The BÜCHI Melting Point M-565, combined with the BÜCHI Sample Loader M-569 and the Star Micronics SP700 Protocol Printer, forms a high-performance analytical system for the precise, reproducible, and fully documented determination of melting and boiling points.
This premium laboratory system is designed for demanding applications in chemical and pharmaceutical laboratories, research institutions, and industrial quality control.
The BÜCHI M-565 enables both automatic and manual determination of melting points, melting ranges, and boiling points. Its integrated digital camera with video recording and automatic phase transition detection ensures accurate measurements and reliable documentation of analytical results.
The electric Sample Loader M-569 provides uniform and reproducible sample preparation, ensuring consistent packing density within melting point capillaries. The accompanying Star SP700 dot matrix printer allows direct printing of measurement results and analytical reports, while the included external keyboard ensures convenient operation and parameter entry.
Technical Specifications – BÜCHI Melting Point M-565
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Manufacturer: BÜCHI Labortechnik AG, Switzerland
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Model: M-565
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Device Type: Automatic melting and boiling point determination instrument
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Temperature Range: Ambient temperature +10 °C to 400 °C
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Temperature Resolution: 0.1 °C
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Melting Point Accuracy: ±0.2 °C at 0.5 °C/min
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Repeatability: ±0.1 °C at 0.5 °C/min
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Boiling Point Accuracy: ±0.5 °C at 1.0 °C/min
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Heating Rates: 0.1 to 20 °C/min, in predefined increments
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Sample Capacity: Up to 3 melting point capillaries simultaneously or 1 boiling point capillary
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Display: 3.5-inch TFT color display (320 × 240 pixels)
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Optical System: 2.5× precision magnifier and 6× digital magnification
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Documentation: Integrated digital camera with video recording and measurement data storage
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Method Memory: Up to 50 melting point methods and 50 boiling point methods
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Interfaces: USB, printer connection, and external keyboard connection
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Measurement Standards: Designed for methods according to Ph. Eur., USP, and JP
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Power Supply: 100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
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Power Consumption: 150 W
Technical Specifications – BÜCHI Sample Loader M-569
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Manufacturer: BÜCHI Labortechnik AG, Switzerland
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Model: M-569
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Device Type: Electric sample compaction device
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Function: Uniform compaction of samples in melting point capillaries
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Sample Capacity: Up to 3 capillaries simultaneously
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Operating Principle: Vibration-based sample compaction
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Power Supply: 12 V DC
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Power Consumption: 6 W
The M-569 significantly improves the reproducibility of sample preparation, contributing to consistent and reliable analytical results.
Technical Specifications – Star Micronics SP700
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Manufacturer: Star Micronics
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Model: SP700 Series
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Device Type: Professional dot matrix / protocol printer
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Printing Technology: 9-pin dot matrix printing
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Printing Speed: Up to approximately 5.5 lines per second, depending on configuration
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Paper Width: Approximately 58–76 mm, depending on configuration
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Print Output: Text-based measurement reports and analytical results
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Printing Media: Standard paper rolls with ink ribbon
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Interfaces: Configuration-dependent, including RS-232 serial connectivity
The Star SP700 complements the BÜCHI analytical system by enabling direct printing and physical archiving of measurement results and analytical reports.
Condition
All three devices are in exceptionally good, extremely well-maintained condition. The complete system is in outstanding overall condition, reflecting careful handling and maintenance.
Typical Applications
Ideally suited for pharmaceutical quality control, chemical analysis, research and development, purity testing, substance characterization, and routine melting and boiling point determination.
Combining automated analytical technology, reproducible sample preparation, convenient operation, and integrated report printing, this BUCHI system provides a comprehensive, high-quality solution for professional laboratory environments.
