Moisture Analyzers

Computrac® MAX 5000XL

Computrac® MAX® 5000XL is a trusted high temperature moisture (LOD) and ash (LOI) analyzer for plastics, food, pharmaceuticals, and biomass applications. The MAX 5000XL has reached End of Manufacturing due to component obsolescence. Brookfield is actively developing a next generation replacement, targeted for availability in late 2026 / early 2027. Existing instruments remain supported.

Versatile Testing Capabilities: Accurately measure both ash and moisture content from a single sample, making it ideal for a wide range of materials, including plastics, pharmaceuticals, foods, and biomass.
Fast Results: Obtain moisture and ash readings in half an hour or less, significantly reducing testing time compared to standard reference methods.
User-Friendly Operation: Simplify your workflow with one-button operation, eliminating the need for intermediate weighing or cooling steps.
Durable Construction: Built with a cast aluminum enclosure, the MAX 5000XL is designed for heavy-duty use, providing reliable performance both in the lab and on the production floor.
High Temperature Testing: The MAX 5000XL’s heater reaches temperatures up to 600ºC, allowing it to perform both loss on drying (LOD) and loss on ignition (LOI) tests, making it a cost-effective alternative to thermogravimetric analyzers.
Rugged Design: Equipped with a robust metal casing and a high-temperature heater, the MAX 5000XL is built to withstand demanding environments while delivering lab-quality data.
Flexible Ending Criteria: Optimize test results with user-adjustable ending criteria, tailored to your specific application or material.
Web Server Option: An optional web server feature allows users to download calibration reports, view the LCD screen remotely, access audit logs, and upload or download test programs, results, and graphs for comprehensive data management.
Real-Time Results: Monitor your tests with a simple, menu-driven interface and a large color display that shows real-time moisture curves and rate of moisture loss graphs during testing.
Multistage Testing: Link multiple tests to create a single, multistage process that adjusts temperatures, ending criteria, and times between segments, allowing for comprehensive analysis of moisture, solids, and ash content from one sample.
Self-Cleaning Oven: Maintain your instrument with ease using the self-cleaning oven cycle, which runs for 45 minutes at 550ºC, simplifying routine maintenance.
Optional Web Server: Enhance connectivity with the optional web server, enabling remote monitoring, access to results and calibration reports, audit log viewing, and program transfer between instruments.

Plastics Industry: Optimize moisture and ash content analysis for consistent product quality in plastic manufacturing.
Pharmaceuticals: Ensure compliance with strict regulatory standards for moisture and ash analysis in pharmaceutical products.
Food Industry: Perform rapid and precise moisture content analysis to maintain food product consistency.
Biomass and Chemicals: Accurately measure moisture, solids, and ash content in a wide range of chemical and biomass materials, enhancing process control and product quality.

Moisture/Solids Range:

0.1% to 99.9%

Ash/LOI Range:

0.5% to 100%

Moisture Resolution:

0.001%

Balance Resolution:

0.0001 g

Repeatability:

Moisture: <5% RSD for samples >10% moisture
Ash: ≤5% RSD for samples >10% ash

Temperature Range:

25°C to 600°C

Heating Element:

Ceramic

Sample Size:

100 mg to 100 g

Results:

Moisture, Solids, Dry Weight, Ash, LOI

Ending Criteria:

User adjustable: Prediction, Rate, Time, Reliability, and 4 other combinations

Memory Capacity:

Stores up to 250 programs, last 1000 test results, and last 100 graphs

Statistical Analysis:

Mean, Standard Deviation (SD), Relative Standard Deviation (RSD)

Balance Calibration:

Menu-driven calibration by the end user; NIST traceable calibration performed by the manufacturer

Heater Calibration:

Menu-driven, NIST traceable calibration by the end user with an optional Temperature Calibration Kit

Operating Environment:

0-35°C at <50% RH

0-30°C at <80% RH

Power Requirements:

100-120 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 8A
220-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 4A

Dimensions:

18.5” L x 12.7” W x 9.5” H (47 cm L x 32.3 cm W x 24 cm H)

Weight:

31 lbs (14.5 kg)

Warranty:

Two years, factory parts and labor (one year international)

Rear Panel Connections:

Ethernet, serial port, parallel port

Display:

1/4 VGA, 320 x 240 pixels, color

Certifications:

UL, CE
FCC Part 15, Class A
EN55022, EN90101-1
Certified Temperature Calibration Interface for MAX® 5000XL

ASTM D6980-12: Standard Test Methods for Determination of Moisture in Plastics by Loss in Weight.
ASTM D7232-16: Standard Test Method for Rapid Determination of the Nonvolatile Content of Coatings by Loss in Weight.
ASTM C471M-16: Standard Test Methods for Chemical Analysis of Gypsum and Gypsum Products.
21 CFR Part 11 Compliance (Optional): Ensures compliance with regulatory standards for pharmaceutical and medical device industries.

21 CFR, Part 11 Compliant: Ensures compliance with regulatory standards.

Line Cord, 110 V (3 Prong): Reliable power supply for your device.
Weights:

3 Gram
5 Gram
50 Gram

Tweezers: Precision handling tool for sample preparation.
Sodium Tartrate Reagent, 500 g: Standard reagent for accurate calibration.
Filter Paper, 11 cm – Box of 100:Essential for sample filtration.
Sample Pans:

Waffle Sample Pans – Box of 100
Deep Sample Pans – Box of 100
Flat Sample Pans – Box of 100
XT Waffle Sample Pans – Box of 100

Dust Cover: Protect your instrument from dust and debris.
Carrying Case: Secure and portable storage solution for your device.
Printer Kits:

Parallel Printer Kit, 110V
Mini Parallel Printer Kit, 110V

Temperature Calibration Interface (TCI) Kit, 110V: For accurate temperature calibration.
Accessory Kit: Comprehensive set of essential tools and accessories
External Filter Kit: Ensures optimal performance by maintaining clean air intake.
Validation Protocol (IQ/OQ/PQ) Kit: For installation, operation, and performance qualification.
Technology Transfer Kit: Facilitates the transfer of technology and processes between locations or departments.

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WHY CHOOSE THE COMPUTRAC® MAX 5000XL?

Computrac® MAX 5000XL Moisture, Solids & Ash Analyzer offers unmatched versatility, precision, and durability, making it an essential tool for any lab or production environment. Its ability to perform high-temperature testing and provide rapid, reliable results makes it a cost-effective alternative to more expensive analyzers, all while delivering lab-quality data.