17-34 Short Span Compression Tester

Short Span Compression Tester photo.

INTRODUCTION

The Short Span Compression Tester is an advanced
microprocessor-controlled instrument for determining the
compression strength of fluting medium or test liner, and
offers unrivalled repeatability and reproducibility.
Considerable cost savings are possible through accurate
prediction of corrugated component performance.

APPLICATIONS

Paperboard, Paper, Liner, Medium, Paper/Film/Foil
Laminations

SPECIFICATIONS

  • Load cell range: 0-500N
  • Clamp length: 1.2 in (30 mm)
  • Free span: 0.03 in (0.70 mm)
  • Adjustable clamping force
  • Load cell capacity: 100 lb (444 N) with overload
    protection
  • Conforms to TAPPI T-826, ISO 9895, SCAN P46,
    AS/NZ 1301.4SO RP, BS 7325, DIN 54518

FEATURES

  • Unique clamping mechanism
  • Test statistics at the push of a button
  • Selectable units kN/m, lb/inch, N
  • Load cell with overload protection
  • Easy to read display
  • Traceable calibration
  • RS232 serial data output

INSTRUMENT SIZE

Depth: 410 mm (16 in.)
Height: 240 mm (9.5 in.)
Width: 390 mm (15 in.)
Weight 22 kg (48 lb)

CONNECTIONS

Electrical: Specify voltage requirements when ordering
Air: (instrument quality) 600 kPa

ORDERING INFORMATION

Catalog Number 17-34

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