Cannon Instrument Company, established in 1938 by Dr. Michael R. Cannon, is renowned globally for its precision viscosity measurement instruments and reference standards. For decades, Cannon has led the field in delivering reliable, high-quality solutions that help ensure accurate viscosity testing across laboratories and industries worldwide.
The company’s lineup includes automated viscometers—such as the flagship CAV® series and the mid-market MiniAV®—as well as the high-speed, solvent-free UltraVIS®. Also offered are manual constant-temperature viscosity baths like the CT-2000 and field-portable viscometers such as the SimpleVIS®. Complementing these tools is a wide range of certified viscosity and flow standards, providing traceable calibration and performance assurance.
Cannon remains a pioneer in viscosity analysis, having introduced milestones such as the first automated viscometer and maintaining the U.S. primary viscosity reference scale. Their enduring commitment to accuracy, industrial automation, and standardization continues to serve researchers and quality control professionals in petroleum, lubricants, and beyond.
