Kjeldahl Digestion Units – DK8
$2,876.41
Kjeldahl Digestion Units – DK8
Manufacturer: Velp
Product Code: EA-57210-1
Traditional Kjeldahl Digestion Units for nitrogen analysis and protein determination, with an aluminum heating block that offers an excellent thermal homogeneity, with a maximum working temperature of 450 °C.
High Performance
- Excellent thermal homogeneity
- High temperature stability with aluminum block
- Good repeatability of temperature
- Premium quality consumables
Convenient to Use
- Choice of 6 operating languages
- LCD display of all parameters
- 20 customizable program memories
Practical Considerations
- Very small footprint
- Constantly monitor the digestion process on display
- Conforms to Good Laboratory Practice standard
Wide Choice
- Models to match tube type and quantity
DK 6 (6-position with 250 ml tubes, Ø 42 mm)
DK 6/48 (6-position with 250 ml tubes, Ø 48 mm)
DK 8 (8-position with 250 ml tubes, Ø 42 mm)
DK 20 (20-position with 250 ml tubes, Ø 42 mm)
DK 20/26 (20-position with 100 ml tubes, Ø 26 mm)
DK 42/26 (42-position with 100 ml tubes, Ø 26 mm)
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Description
Kjeldahl Digestion Units – DK8

Traditional Kjeldahl Digestion Units for nitrogen analysis and protein determination, with an aluminum heating block that offers an excellent thermal homogeneity, with a maximum working temperature of 450 °C.
High Performance
- Excellent thermal homogeneity
- High temperature stability with aluminum block
- Good repeatability of temperature
- Premium quality consumables
Convenient to Use
- Choice of 6 operating languages
- LCD display of all parameters
- 20 customizable program memories
Practical Considerations
- Very small footprint
- Constantly monitor the digestion process on display
- Conforms to Good Laboratory Practice standard
Wide Choice
- Models to match tube type and quantity
DK 6 (6-position with 250 ml tubes, Ø 42 mm)
DK 6/48 (6-position with 250 ml tubes, Ø 48 mm)
DK 8 (8-position with 250 ml tubes, Ø 42 mm)
DK 20 (20-position with 250 ml tubes, Ø 42 mm)
DK 20/26 (20-position with 100 ml tubes, Ø 26 mm)
DK 42/26 (42-position with 100 ml tubes, Ø 26 mm)
GENERAL FEATURES | |
Construction material: | Epoxy painted with chemical resistant coating |
Models: | DK 8 8-position for 250 ml test tubes (Ø 42 mm) |
Set temperature: | Digital readout in °C or °F |
Countdown: | Digital readout |
Selectable language: | UK, I, E, F, D, T |
Power: | DK 8 1350 W |
Weight: | DK 8 21.9 kg (48.3 lb) |
Dimensions (WxHxD): (aluminum block only) |
DK 8 233x152x448 mm (9x6x17.6 in) |
Dimensions (WxHxD): (aluminum block + support system) |
DK 8 235x566x587 mm (9.3×22.3×23.1 in) |
PERFORMANCE | |
Temperature range: | Ambient to 450 °C / 842 °F |
Selectable ramps: | up to 4 per program |
Temperature Calibration: | Automatic |
Stability of the heating block temperature: | ± 0,5 °C |
Precision of the heating block temperature: | ± 0,5 °C |
Digestion time range: | 1 to 999 minutes |
Time selection: | 1 minute steps |
Accessories
Required Accessories
(as shown by the picture)
A00000064 Support system for DK8
A00000063 Sample rack for DK8
A00000065 Suction cap for DK8
A00000144 Test tubes Ø 42×300 mm, 250ml
Optional Accessories
A00000067 Stand for DK8
A00000005 Serial cable RS232
A00000010 Null modem connector for printer
A00001009 Printer
A00000075 IQ/OQ DK Manual