• 230V, 50 Hz
• Semi-automatic, 3-position fiber extractor
• Cold and hot extractions, sample qty: 0.5g to 3g, Reproducibility (RSD): ± 1%
• RC 2 hotplate included for preheating reagent
• Same crucibles used for weighing, drying, and washing - no loss of fiber ensured

The Velp Scientifica SA30520201 FIWE 3 is a semi-automatic, three-position Fiber Analyzer suitable for raw fiber extraction, conventionally known as an indigestible residue. The SA30520201 FIWE 3 uses pre-heated reagents for fiber analysis according to Weende, Van Soest, and other official methods. Rapid analysis, reliable results, and high reproducibility are some of the most relevant benefits.

• The Weende method, the oldest analytical procedure still in use today, in which fiber concentration is measured as crude fiber (CF)
• The Neutral Detergent Fiber (NDF), a method developed by Van Soest, is now the most common measure of fiber used for animal feed analysis
• Acid Detergent Fiber (ADF), a portion of the plant fiber and includes cellulose, lignin, and variable amounts of xylans
• Acid Detergent Lignin (ADL) determination and Wijkstrom technique, a modification of the Weende method

Perform single or multiple extractions, including boiling, rinsing, and filtration steps with the maximum reproducibility available. Eliminating the need for sample transfer prevents any possible sample loss, as crucibles can be used as sample vessels during weighing, drying, and washing. Pre-heat the RC2 hot plate (included) reagents and pour them directly into the system.

An extremely efficient heating element speeds up the analysis, ensuring rapid heating of the sample previously mixed with pre-heated reagents.

After the second reagent addition, the heating element grants a fast re-heating of the solution.

The FIWE reduces the time required for the analysis: the equivalent manual procedure will require more than 6 hours, compared to 2 hours with the FIWE.