Description
Pouch Compression Tester P Series
(Static + Dynamic Load Tester)
Pouch Compression Tester is suitable to test Liquid Filled pouches for :
1) Dynamic Load Test (Destructive Mode)
Test Type : Press till failure
In this method, the sample is compressed with increasing force untill the pouch bursts.
2) Static Load Test (Non-Destructive Mode)
(Also known as : Pressure Decay Test)
Test Type : Press till Load Setpoint. Hold till Time Setpoint.
In this method, the sample is compressed upto the Load setpoint pre-set by the user.
The applied force is held on the pouch for some time (pre-set by the user).
After the times elapses, the machine automatically returns to the original position.
However If the pouch bursts before the set-point is achieved, then this becomes a destructive test.
The machine automatically stops on sample failure or when the preset-load-time is achieved. Whichever is earlier.
Note : The Static Load Test is done as per test specifications detailed in point # 4.1.2 of Chapter 4 of the “Flexible Retort Pouch Defects – Identification & Classification” by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency.
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As per Canadian Food Inspection agency, retort pouches should comply with the static load burst test. You will have to press the pouch with a force of 7.5 kg per 15mm of inner seal perimeter and hold this force for 15 seconds. If the pouch leaks or bursts or even if the seals show signs of stress during this period, the batch is considered failed. |
Technical Specifications :
- Digital Model with Backlit LCD Display
- Safety Shield Cabinet with interlock. Machine will not operate if safety shield door is open.
- Electro-Pneumatic Model (Runs on Compressed Air)
- Auto-stop upon completion of Test.
- Testing Principle : Constant Rate of Loading
- Optional facility to capture test data on to the PC directly through the software and generate PDF test & calibration reports.
- Peak hold facility for registration of maximum compression force.
- Auto-Calibration facility for user-friendly calibration.
- Choice of Measurement units : Kgf / Lbf / N (User settable from Menu)
Safety Features of Pouch Compression Tester :
Safety Shield Cabinet (Extruded Aluminium Structure) with Interlock
- A cabinet will enclose the moving part of the machine.
- All sides of the cabinet will have transparent Acrylic for natural illumination / visibility.
- The front door will have a magnetic latch and microswitch.
- Sample can be placed or removed by opening the front safety door.
- If the door is not closed completely, the machine will NOT START.
- If someone opens the door in the middle of the test sequence, the machine will stop and reverse automatically.
Included with all models / SKUs :
- Safety Shield Cabinet with interlock
- Air Filter + Pressure Regulator.
- Zip-Lock pouches to contain spillovers during testing.
DQ/IQ/OQ Documentation are supplied with models specific for Pharmaceutical Companies.
RS-232 Data Cable with USB-Serial Convertor are supplied with models / SKUs with software.
Software Options :
- No Software
- Regular Software (Not 21-CFR-11 Compliant)
- 21-CFR-11 Compliant Software (Vantage).
Warranty : 12 Months (Ex-Factory)
Utilities Required :
- Power Supply (Current : Max 5 Amps) :
- For India (Domestic Model) : 230 Volts A.C., 50 Hz. Clean power.
- For Outside India (Export Model) : As per your country’s power rating.
- Compressed Air @ 6 bar (87 psi)
For models with software
- Desktop / Laptop PC (Intel Core i3, 4gb RAM, Win10 OS, 1080p Monitor) or higher.
Capacity Options for Pouch Compression Tester
| Loadcell Selection | Unit | 500 | 1000 | 1500 |
| Capacity : | Kgf
N Lbf |
500
4900 1100 |
1000
9800 2200 |
1500
14700 3300 |
| Working Range : | % of Cap.
Kgf N Lbf |
10 – 100
50 – 500 490 – 4900 110 – 1100 |
10 – 100
100 – 1000 980 – 9800 220 – 2200 |
10 – 100
150 – 1500 1470 – 14700 330 – 3300 |
| Least Count : | Kgf
N Lbf |
0.5
5 1 |
1
10 2 |
1
10 2 |
| Accuracy : | % of Cap.
Kgf N Lbf |
0.2%
10 100 20 |
0.2%
20 200 40 |
0.2%
30 300 60 |
| Calibration Weight Required : | 50 Kgs
(20 + 20 + 10) |
100 Kgs
(20 kg x 5 pcs) |
100 Kgs
(20 kg x 5 pcs) |
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Platform Size Options for Pouch Compression Tester
| Platform Size | Dimensions | Max Pouch Size |
| S – Small
Available in only with 500 Kgf Loadcell option. |
200 x 200 mm
~ 8 x 8 inch |
200 x 200 mm
~ 8 x 8 inch |
| M – Medium
Available in only with 1000 Kgf Loadcell option. |
300 x 200 mm
~ 12 x 8 inch |
300 x 200 mm
~ 12 x 8 inch |
| L – Large
Available in all Loadcell option. |
400 x 400 mm
~ 16 x 16 inch |
400 x 400 mm
~ 16 x 16 inch |
Download Pouch Compression Tester Datasheet
