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Bomb Calorimeter
Digital Calorimeter
Oxygen Bomb Calorimeter
Calorific Value Tester
Isothermal Calorimeter
Coal Testing Equipment
Fuel Analysis Tool
Automatic Bomb Calorimeter
Heat of Combustion Test
Gross Calorific Value
Lab Combustion Chamber
Thermal Analysis Meter
High Pressure Bomb Test

BOMB CALORIMETER

The **Bomb Calorimeter** is a fundamental analytical instrument used to determine the Gross Calorific Value (GCV) of solid and liquid combustible materials. Our high-precision system measures the heat generated during a controlled combustion process within an oxygen-rich environment. Engineered with a heavy-duty stainless steel decomposition vessel (the "bomb"), this instrument is built to withstand high internal pressures, ensuring maximum safety and accuracy. Whether it's testing the energy content of coal, biomass, petroleum products, or food samples, our digital and automatic models provide rapid thermal equilibrium and precise temperature readings. As a leading manufacturer, we provide a complete setup including the calorimeter vessel, ignition unit, digital thermometer, and oxygen filling station, making it an essential tool for thermal research and fuel quality auditing worldwide.

Primary Applications

The Bomb Calorimeter is extensively applied in the coal and mining industry to determine the grade of fuel. It is a critical tool for environmental laboratories testing biomass and waste-to-energy efficiency. Furthermore, the food and nutrition industry uses it to calculate the energy value (calories) of food products. It is also vital in the aviation and automobile sectors for evaluating the energy density of specialized liquid fuels and propellants.

Technical Significance

The significance of a Bomb Calorimeter lies in its ability to provide an absolute measurement of energy potential. In an era focused on fuel efficiency and carbon footprints, knowing the precise calorific value of a substance allows industries to optimize combustion processes and ensure economic viability. It provides the empirical data necessary for power plants to calculate boiler efficiency and for scientists to study the thermodynamic properties of new organic compounds.

Core Operational Uses

This instrument is primarily used to perform high-pressure combustion of samples in an oxygen-saturated atmosphere. It is utilized to calculate the water equivalent of the calorimeter using standard benzoic acid. Researchers use it for conducting thermodynamic investigations and for routine quality control of incoming fuel batches in cement, steel, and thermal power industries to ensure they meet specified energy standards.

GLOBAL EXPORT & DOMESTIC FOOTPRINT

International Presence

USA, UK, Germany, UAE, Australia, Canada, Singapore, Saudi Arabia, France, Japan, South Africa, Russia, Brazil, Malaysia, Vietnam, Thailand, Kenya, Nigeria, Egypt, Italy, Spain, Mexico, Turkey, Indonesia, Philippines, South Korea, Iraq, Iran, Argentina, Peru, Switzerland, Netherlands.

Supply Across India

Maharashtra (Mumbai, Pune), Gujarat (Ahmedabad, Surat, Vadodara), Delhi NCR, Tamil Nadu (Chennai), Karnataka (Bangalore), West Bengal (Kolkata), Punjab, Haryana (Ambala, Gurgaon), Uttar Pradesh (Lucknow), Rajasthan (Jaipur), Telangana (Hyderabad), Kerala, Bihar, Odisha, Madhya Pradesh (Indore), Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand.

CALORIMETRY FAQ

Q1. How is the Calorific Value calculated?
It is calculated by measuring the rise in temperature of a known volume of water surrounding the combustion bomb. The product of the temperature rise and the water equivalent of the system gives the energy released.
Q2. Is it safe to operate under high pressure?
Yes. Our bombs are hydrostatically tested at pressures much higher than operational levels and are made from corrosion-resistant high-tensile stainless steel.
Q3. What kind of ignition is used?
An electrical ignition system is used where a fine nichrome wire or cotton thread is heated to ignite the sample inside the oxygen-filled bomb.
Q4. What is the role of Oxygen in this test?
High-purity Oxygen (at approx. 25-30 atm) ensures complete combustion of the sample, allowing for an accurate reading of the total heat potential.

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