SZC-101 Soxhlet Fat Analyzer

Product Introduction

The SZC-101 Soxhlet Fat Analyzer is designed for crude fat determination using the Soxhlet extraction principle and gravimetric analysis. It integrates sample soaking, solvent extraction, heating, cooling, and solvent recovery into an efficient laboratory workflow.

Featuring a fully enclosed electric heating system, digital temperature control, automatic timing, and solvent recovery, the SZC-101 can process up to six samples simultaneously. Its PTFE sealing structure and over-temperature protection help improve operational safety and extraction reliability, while solvent recovery reduces reagent consumption and operating costs.

The instrument is suitable for laboratories performing fat-content analysis of food, feed, oils, and other compatible materials.

Performance Features

•  Six-Sample Simultaneous Testing: Processes up to six samples in one batch to improve laboratory efficiency.

• Fully Enclosed Electric Heating: Uses an aluminum-alloy electric heating plate for stable, uniform heating.

• Digital Temperature Control: Automatically regulates heating and allows users to adjust the operating temperature according to the analytical method and solvent properties.

• Automatic Solvent Recovery: Recovers solvent after extraction to reduce consumption and laboratory operating costs.

• Integrated Extraction Process: Combines soaking, extraction, heating, cooling, and solvent recovery in one instrument.

• Automatic Timing: Provides a timer range of 0–9,999 minutes and automatically stops heating when the set time is reached.

• Enhanced Safety Protection: Features a fully enclosed electrical system, non-contact circuit control, over-temperature protection, automatic power disconnection, and an alarm.

• PTFE Sealing: Uses PTFE sealing components to support reliable sealing during operation.

•   Repeatable Analysis: Designed to support consistent extraction conditions for routine crude fat determination.

•  Convenient Operation: Integrates temperature regulation, timing, and solvent recovery to simplify laboratory procedures.

Working Principle

The SZC-101 operates based on Soxhlet extraction and gravimetric determination. A suitable solvent is heated and circulated through the sample to dissolve and extract fat. Repeated solvent contact improves extraction efficiency, while the instrument's heating and cooling process supports continuous extraction.

After extraction, the solvent is recovered, and the remaining extracted material is processed and weighed according to the applicable analytical method. Crude fat content is then calculated from the mass of the extracted residue relative to the original sample mass.

The digital temperature control system regulates heating, and the timer supports consistent operating periods. Automatic solvent recovery helps reduce solvent waste and lower routine testing costs.

Technical Parameters

Specification note: The source introduction states a heating adjustment range up to 200°C, while the detailed technical parameters specify up to 280°C. Confirm the official rated temperature range with the manufacturer before publication.

Application Scenarios

• Food Testing Laboratories: Determination of crude fat content in food ingredients and finished products.

•  Feed Analysis Laboratories: Fat-content testing of animal feed and feed raw materials.

• Oil and Fat Testing: Extraction-based analysis of oils and other suitable samples.

• Agricultural Product Testing: Evaluation of fat content in compatible agricultural materials.

• Industrial Quality Control: Routine analysis of raw materials and finished products.

• Research Laboratories: Soxhlet extraction experiments and gravimetric analysis.

• Educational Institutions: Laboratory training in solvent extraction and food composition analysis.

SZC-101 vs. Conventional Soxhlet Extraction Equipment

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the SZC-101 Soxhlet Fat Analyzer used for?

It is designed to determine crude fat content in food, feed, oils, and other materials suitable for Soxhlet extraction.

2. How many samples can the SZC-101 test simultaneously?

It can process up to six samples in one batch.

3. What is the applicable crude fat content range?

The supplied specifications indicate applicability to crude fat contents of 0.5% and above. Actual suitability depends on the sample and analytical method.

4. Does the SZC-101 support automatic solvent recovery?

Yes. The instrument includes automatic solvent recovery, with a stated recovery rate of at least 80%.

5. What is the temperature control range?

The detailed technical specifications list an adjustable range from room temperature to 280°C, with a control accuracy of ±0.3°C. The maximum temperature should be confirmed with the manufacturer because the introduction gives a different upper limit.

6. Can the instrument stop heating automatically?

Yes. Users can set the timer from 0 to 9,999 minutes. Heating stops automatically when the preset time is reached.

7. What safety features does the SZC-101 include?

It features a fully enclosed electrical heating system, non-contact circuit control, over-temperature protection, automatic power disconnection, and an alarm.

8. What are the power requirements?

The analyzer operates on 220 V AC ±10%, at 50–60 Hz, with a rated power of 500 W.

9. What is the stated solvent return rate?

The specified solvent return rate is at least 99% under the stated test conditions of 120 drops per minute and a cooling-water temperature of 30°C.

10. How is crude fat content determined?

Fat is extracted from the sample using a suitable solvent. After solvent recovery and removal, the extracted residue is weighed, and crude fat content is calculated according to the selected analytical method.