TMI Bending Resistance Tester
Complying with the ISO 2493 test standard for determining the bending resistance of paper and board using the 2 point bending method. User selectable test parameters enables a wide range of substrate stiffness to be tested - microprocessor controlled for easy selection.
The TMI Bending Resistance Tester is designed to determine the bending resistance of paper and paperboard using the 2-point bending method.
Specifications
- Choice of 10N or 1000mN load cell
- Min. force sensitivity: 0.5mN with 1000mN load cell
- Selectable bending angle 5.0-90° and test length 5-50mm
- Meets ISO 2493, AS/NZ 1301-4535, BS 3748, DIN 53121, SCAN P29, TAPPI T556
- RS232 serial data output, printer output and analog signal output
- Can be directly calibrated to traceable National standards
Features
- Direct sample to load cell contact aids accurate measurement
- Easy selection of test pararameters from a comprehensive range through a setup menu
- Motorized test length setting
- Instrument can calculate Taber Stiffness units
- Pneumatic clamps with fast release provide consistent clamping pressures for fast, repeatable results
- Large, clear display showing peak value and the angle at which it was achieved
- Load cell fitted with overload protection
- Analog output (use for X-Y recorder not included)
Instrument size
- Depth: 330 mm (13 in.)
- Height: 180 mm (7 in.)
- Width: 330 mm (13 in.)
- Weight: 15 kg (33 lb)
Connections
- Electrical: Specify voltage requirements when ordering
- Air: (instrument quality) 400-600 kPa700 kPa (90 psi) max. supply pressure
Included accessories
- Clear plastic table for dead weight calibration
Optional accessories
- Certified dead weight set to meet ISO requirements
- Sample Cutter
- Printer
Ordering information
Please state load cell requirement