Understanding the GM80 Fully Automatic Melting Point Apparatus
Overview of Melting Point Analysis
Melting point determination is a critical quality control and research tool in industries involving organic crystalline substances. It provides accurate data on purity, consistency, and stability—essential for ensuring product safety and performance in pharmaceuticals, chemicals, food, and more. A reliable fully automatic melting point apparatus eliminates human error, streamlines workflows, and ensures compliance with industry regulations, making it indispensable for modern laboratories and production facilities.
Key Advantages of the GM80 Model
The GM80 Fully Automatic Melting Point Apparatus stands out as a high-performance solution designed to meet the demands of regulated industries and research institutions. With a temperature range of RT-400℃ and compliance with 21CFR Part 11, it combines precision, automation, and data integrity. Unlike traditional manual or semi-automatic models, the GM80 integrates one-button operation, advanced visual monitoring, and tamper-proof data management, making it ideal for both routine testing and complex research applications.
Temperature range | room temperature -400℃ |
Detection method | fully automatic (compliant manual mode). |
Processing capacity | 4 samples / batch (four samples can be made simultaneously) |
Temperature resolution | 0.01℃ |
Heating rate | 0.1℃-20℃ (200 gears adjustable) |
Temperature control mode | PID precise temperature control, furnace body fully sealed design. |
Heating method | Conduction liquid heating method or electric heating block air heating method (optional). |
Temperature increase accuracy | 0.1℃ |
Heating rate | 0.1℃ / Min-20℃ / Min |
Accuracy | ± 0.2℃ (<200℃); ±0.4℃（>200℃） |
Correction function | yes |
Exploration mode | yes |
Video function | photo-taking and camera-shooting. |
Video replay | yes/ with time watermark. |
HD camera | observe the melting state of sample. |
Magnification | 20 x |
Number of user management | more than 500 users, four levels of management. |
Storage space | 64G hard disk, 2G memory. |
Test method | yes |
Data preservation | yes |
Graph preservation number | 500 sets |
Video preservation | yes |
Continuous video shooting time | 60 minutes. |
Memory expansion | Yes |
Experimental method storage | 500 sets |
Audit tracking | Yes |
Display mode | 10 inches hd color screen. |
Data interface | USB, network WiFi interface, RS232. |
Data authenticity | tamper-proof function. |
Data download | U disk |
Data download format | PDF or EXCEL |
Data Overflow reminder | automatic reminder in advance. |
Printer | optional(laser printer/thermal sensitive printer/ needle printer) |
Capillary size | outer diameter φ 1.4mm, inner diameter φ 1.0mm |
Power supply | 220V 50Hz, Power 120W |
Core Features
Automatic Operation & High Efficiency
One-button measurement function: Automates the entire melting point testing process, from heating to data recording, reducing operational complexity and human error.
4-sample batch processing: Handles up to 4 samples simultaneously, significantly improving testing throughput for high-volume laboratories.
Adjustable heating rate: Offers 200 gears of heating speed (0.1℃/min - 20℃/min), allowing customization for different sample types and testing standards.
Precise Temperature Control
PID precise temperature control: Ensures stable and accurate temperature regulation, critical for reliable melting point results.
High temperature accuracy: Delivers ±0.2℃ precision below 200℃ and ±0.4℃ above 200℃, meeting strict industry accuracy requirements.
Fully sealed furnace design: Minimizes temperature fluctuations and heat loss, enhancing measurement consistency.
Temperature correction function: Allows calibration for optimal accuracy, adapting to environmental changes and long-term use.
Advanced Visual & Data Management
HD video monitoring: Replaces traditional microscopes with a high-definition camera (20x magnification), enabling clear observation of sample melting states.
Automatic melting process recording: Captures initial melting, final melting, and the entire process with time watermarks for traceability.
Tamper-proof data function: Ensures data authenticity, a key requirement for 21CFR Part 11 compliance in regulated industries.
Ample storage capacity: Equipped with a 64G hard disk and 2G memory, supporting storage of 500 sets of experimental methods and 500 sets of graphs, plus 60 minutes of continuous video recording.
User-Friendly & Compliant Design
10-inch HD color screen: Provides intuitive navigation and clear visualization of test data, melting curves, and video playback.
Multi-user management: Supports over 500 users with four levels of access control, facilitating team collaboration and audit tracking.
Versatile data export: Allows data download via USB in PDF or EXCEL formats, simplifying report generation and documentation.
Multiple data interfaces: Includes USB, WiFi, and RS232 ports for seamless connectivity to laboratory information management systems (LIMS).
Typical Uses
Pharmaceutical & Chemical Industry
The GM80 is a cornerstone tool for pharmaceutical research and chemical production. It is used to test the melting points of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), excipients, and finished drug products, ensuring compliance with pharmacopeial standards. Additionally, it supports quality control for chemicals, resins, dyes, and polymers—critical for verifying product purity and batch consistency.
Food & Flavor Industry
In the food and flavor sector, the GM80 is used to analyze organic crystalline substances such as food additives, spices, and edible oils. It ensures the quality and stability of products by verifying the melting points of key components, preventing contamination or degradation. Applications include testing the purity of flavor compounds, edible waxes, and food-grade dyes, supporting safe and consistent food production.
Academic & Research Institutions
Universities and research labs rely on the GM80 for organic chemistry research, material science studies, and student training. It provides accurate melting point data for novel compounds, supporting research on molecular structures, crystallization processes, and material properties. Its user-friendly design and flexible testing parameters make it suitable for both introductory experiments and advanced scientific investigations.
FAQ
Compliance & Standards
Does the GM80 comply with industry regulations?
Yes, the GM80 meets 21CFR Part 11 requirements, including audit tracking, tamper-proof data, and user access control—essential for regulated industries like pharmaceuticals and medical devices.
Operational Efficiency
How many samples can the GM80 process at once?
The apparatus can handle 4 samples per batch simultaneously, reducing testing time for high-volume applications.
Is the heating rate adjustable for different samples?
Absolutely. It offers 200 adjustable heating rate gears (0.1℃/min - 20℃/min), allowing customization for sensitive or high-melting-point samples.
Technical Parameters
What is the temperature accuracy of the GM80?
It provides ±0.2℃ accuracy for temperatures below 200℃ and ±0.4℃ for temperatures above 200℃, ensuring precise and reliable results.
Can I observe the melting process in real time?
Yes, the integrated HD video monitoring (20x magnification) allows real-time observation, and the apparatus automatically records the entire process with time watermarks for later review.
