Stainless Steel Lactometer Cylinder

1. Material:
   • Construction: High-quality Stainless Steel (commonly grade 304 or 316), ensuring resistance to corrosion, staining, and rust, as well as ease of cleaning and sanitization.
   • Finish: Polished or matte finish for easy cleaning and to avoid milk residue buildup.
2. Capacity:
   • Common capacities range from 500 mL to 1000 mL (1 liter), but can vary depending on the application.
   • The capacity should be large enough to allow proper floating of the lactometer.
3. Dimensions:
   • Height: Typically, a height of around 250 mm to 350 mm (approximately 10 to 14 inches), depending on the required capacity and the type of lactometer used.
   • Diameter: A standard diameter of around 80 mm to 100 mm, allowing the lactometer to float freely without obstruction.
4. Graduation Marks:
   • While the cylinder itself may not always have graduations, it is designed to work with a lactometer that has a calibrated scale. The cylinder should be tall enough to allow the lactometer to provide an accurate reading when submerged in the milk.
5. Accuracy:
   • The cylinder should have minimal tolerance for errors in shape and dimensions to ensure accurate readings when the lactometer is used.
   • Should be level when placed on a flat surface to avoid distortion in measurements.
6. Weight:
   • The cylinder should be sturdy, weighing around 300 grams to 500 grams (depending on size and material thickness) to prevent tipping or instability.
7. Top Opening:
   • The top of the cylinder should be flared or cylindrical to prevent spillage and ensure easy insertion and removal of the lactometer.
8. Cleaning and Maintenance:
   • Smooth Interior: The interior of the cylinder should be smooth and free from welds or rough surfaces to ensure easy cleaning.
   • Dishwasher Safe: Ideally, the stainless steel cylinder should be dishwasher safe to facilitate easy cleaning in industrial or lab settings.

Usage Considerations:

• Temperature Range: Suitable for use in a wide temperature range, typically from 0°C to 100°C (32°F to 212°F), which is useful when testing milk at different temperatures.
• Compatibility with Lactometers: The cylinder should be compatible with lactometers that measure specific gravity, ensuring the proper floatation and accuracy of readings.

Applications:

• Dairy Industry: For testing the purity and fat content of milk.
• Laboratories: Used in research or quality control tests for dairy products.
• Food Safety: Ensures compliance with milk quality standards and regulations.

In summary, the Stainless Steel Lactometer Cylinder is designed with precise dimensions, corrosion resistance, and ease of cleaning to ensure that it provides accurate measurements of milk’s specific gravity when used in conjunction with a lactometer. Its stainless steel construction guarantees long-lasting performance in various professional settings.

A Stainless Steel Lactometer Cylinder typically has specific features and specifications to ensure it functions accurately and effectively in measuring the density or specific gravity of milk. Below are the common specifications for such cylinders: