Anton Paar’s PMA 300, PMA 500, and CLA 5: Precision flash point testing for safer, more sustainable fuels

Environmentally acceptable lubricants (EALs), biodiesel (fatty acid methyl esters, or FAME), and other renewable fuels play a vital role in reducing the environmental impact of energy-intensive industries. Sourced from renewable feedstocks like vegetable oils, animal fats, and synthetic esters, these fluids are engineered to biodegrade more quickly and pose less risk to aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems. Their use is an essential step toward achieving stricter environmental targets and minimising the long-term consequences of spills or leaks.

Yet, adopting these sustainable fluids comes with technical demands. To fully realise their environmental benefits without compromising safety, rigorous analysis is required. One of the critical parameters is the flash point, which directly impacts the safety of transportation, storage, and use. With Anton Paar’s Pensky-Martens and Cleveland flash point testers, you get more than compliance: you gain speed, precision, and peace of mind.

Anton Paar's advanced closed cup testers – PMA 300 and PMA 500 – and the open-cup CLA 5 are engineered for high repeatability, long-term reliability, and full compliance with international standards such as ASTM D93, ISO 2719, and ASTM D92 for the open cup flash point tester.

Integrated safety features protect users, equipment, and lab environments – reducing risk while boosting productivity. Interchangeable brass or stainless-steel cups, along with a Mini-Cup option, offer added flexibility for small sample sizes and diverse testing needs.

The new-generation PMA models are equipped with a patented ceramic-coated electric ignition system that lasts 10 times longer than standard designs – minimising maintenance, eliminating downtime, and keeping labs running smoothly.

Anton Paar ensures that moves toward sustainability are built on a foundation of precision, safety, and efficiency.

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