VELP Scientifica - Fiber Analyzers - FIWE Series

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Fiber Analyzers that use pre-heated reagents for fiber analysis according to Weende, Van Soest and other official methods.

Fiber Analyzers that use pre-heated reagents for fiber analysis according to Weende, Van Soest and other official methods.
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Features of Fiber Analyzers - FIWE Series

High Performance  Rapid analysis – 2 hours vs. 6 hours with manual systems  Reliable results  High reproducibility  Back-pressure pump prevents clogging of crucibles 

Versatile  Total raw fiber extraction using Weende technique  Neutral & acid detergent fiber with NDF, ADF, Van Soest extractions  Acid detergent lignin extraction with ADL & Van Soest methods  Fiber fraction analysis (cellulose, hemicellulose & pectin)  Links boiling, rinsing and filtration  Single or multiple samples can be processed 

Full System  Reagent preheating on RC 2 hotplate (provided)  Same crucibles used for weighing, drying & washing – no loss 

Choice of Models  FIWE is available in different configurations:  FIWE 3, a 3-position raw fiber analyzer  FIWE 6, a 6-position raw fiber analyzer 

Raw Fiber Analyzer - Crude Fiber, Neutral & Acid Detergent Fiber 

FIWE is a fiber analyzer suitable for raw fiber extraction, conventionally known as an indigestible residue. 

The Weende method is the oldest analytical procedure still in use today, in which fiber concentration is measured as crude fiber (CF). 

Weende method has been now largely replaced by the Neutral Detergent Fiber (NDF), a method developed by Van Soest, being now the most common measure of fiber used for animal feed analysis. It measures most of the structural components in plant cells (including lignin, hemicellulose and cellulose), but not pectin. 

Another application is Acid Detergent Fiber (ADF), that is a portion of the plant fiber and includes cellulose, lignin and variable amounts of xylans. 

FIWE fiber analyzer is also suitable for Acid Detergent Lignin (ADL) determination and Wijkstrom technique, a modification of Weende method. 

Raw Fiber Analyzer - High Reliability, Single or Multiple Extractions 

Perform single or multiple extractions including boiling, rinsing and filtration steps with the maximum reproducibility available. 

No sample transfer prevents any possible sample loss, as crucibles can also be used as sample vessels during weighing, drying and washing. 

Pre-heat the reagents with RC2 hot plate (included), and pour them directly into the system. 

Raw Fiber Analyzer - Impressive Heating Element 

An extremely efficient heating element speeds up the analysis, ensuring a rapid heating of the sample, previously mixed with pre-heated reagents. 

Also after the second reagent addition, the heating element grants a fast re-heating of the solution, for cospicuous saving in terms of time. 

In fact, FIWE Series drastically reduces the time required for the analysis: the equivalent manual procedure will require more than 6 hours, compared to the 2 hours with FIWE.

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GENERAL FEATURES  
Construction material: epoxy painted stainless steel structure 
Type of extractions: cold and hot extractions 
Number of samples: FIWE 3 3 positions 
FIWE 6 6 positions 
Samples: individually processed 
Sample quantity: from 0,5 to 3 g 
Sample removal: air pump 
Reagent discharge: peristaltic pump 
Digital timer: 0 - 99 minutes with acoustic signal at the end 
Temperature: electronic regulation 
Reagents and cooling water : separated outlets 
Power: FIWE 3 900 W 
FIWE 6 1200 W 
Weight: FIWE 3 35 Kg (77 lb) 
FIWE 6 40 Kg (101.2 lb) 
Dimensions (WxHxD): FIWE 3 530x620x390 mm (20.9x24.4x15.4 in) 
FIWE 6 760x620x390 mm (29.5x24.4x15.4 in) 
 
PERFORMANCE  
Reproducibility (RSD): ± 1% 
 
APPLICATIONS  
Raw fiber (Weende, Wijstrom)  
Neutral or acid detergent treatment fiber (Van Soest)  
Lignin, Cellulose, Hemicellulose

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