Product Description
Product FeaturesNote1
Accurate Data
- Brand new dome design test chamber and 360 air circulation constant temperature technology ensures better temperature stability.
- Imported high-precision vacuum sensor can accurately test ultra-high barrier materials with 0.01i0.09cm3/ m324h0.1MPa test range.
- Imported pneumatic control system has a low failure rate and an ultra-long service life, ensuring good overall system air tightness and high test accuracy.
- Imported vacuum pump can reach 0.2Pa extreme pressure with increased vacuum rate.
- The vacuum pump is controlled automatically by the system without manual opening and closing, increases efficiency and saves labor.
- Labthinks unique high-precision automatic pressure compensation technology in the test process realizes a constant pressure difference in the high-pressure chamber, and the pressure fluctuation is less than 0.2 kPa.
- The pressure in high-pressure chamber can be set within the range of 10kPa210kPa, the pressure can be maintained accurately and stably by the system.
High Efficiency
- Six independent test cells with standard area, three times the number of test cells in traditional oxygen permeability testing instruments.
- Six specimens can be tested simultaneously under the same testing condition, delivering independent test result.
- Medium and low barrier materials, test time <4 hours (including vacuumize time).
- High barrier materials, test time <4 hours (including vacuumize time).
- Automatic specimen clamping saves time and effort. The clamping force is consistent, resulting in better air tightness.
Intelligent control
- 12 touch-screen tablet powered by WindowsTM 10 operating system makes the operation simpler and more convenient.
- Automatic test mode requires only inputting temperature and humidity, one click start, the test is fully automated.
- Intelligent test chamber hood automatically opens and closes with sound and light alert
Safe and reliable
- System security -- Built-in Labthink's unique high-end industrial computer prevents system failures caused by computer viruses, ensures operational reliability and data storage security.
- Operation safety-- Equipped with intelligent optics sensors which give sound and light alert to ensure safe operation.
- Performance reliabilitythe instrument adopts components of global renowned brands, to ensure stable and reliable performance.
Space saving
- The width of the instrument is only 1/3 of the traditional six-cell instrument, saving space for a laboratory.
Powerful functions
- Professional test mode provides flexible and diverse control options to meet various needs of scientific research.
- The system provides gas transmission rate curve, gas transmission coefficient curve, and temperature curve.
- Ultra-wide test temperature range to enable the barrier tests under various extreme temperature (Optional).
- Ultra-wide test range to meet the barrier test of various materials (customize).
- Tests of hazardous gases such as H2aCH4 are applicable (Customize).
Test Principle
The pre-conditioned specimen is mounted in the test cell as to form a sealed barrier between two chambers. The lower-pressure chamber (lower chamber) is firstly evacuated, followed by the evacuation of the entire cell. A flow of gas is thereafter introduced into the evacuated higher-pressure chamber (upper chamber) and a constant pressure (adjustable) difference is generated between the two chambers. The gas permeates through the specimen from higher pressure side into the lower pressure side. The gas permeability and other barrier properties of the specimen can be obtained by analyzing the pressure changes in the lower chamber.
Standard
ISO 15105-1aISO 2556aGB/T 1038-2000aASTM D1434aJIS K7126-1aYBB 00082003
Applications
| Applications |
- Films
Gas transmission rate test of various plastic films, paper-plastic composite films, coextruded films, aluminized films, aluminum foils, aluminum foil composite films, glass fiber aluminum foil composite films and many others
|
- Sheets
Gas transmission rate test of PP, PVC and PVDC sheets, metal foils, rubber pads, silicon wafers and other sheet materials
|
Technical Specifications
Table 1: Test Parameters Note2
| Parameters/Model |
C106H |
| Test range |
cm3/m224h0.1MPa |
0.01i50,000 |
| Resolution |
cm3/m224h0.1MPa |
0.001 |
| Test temperature |
|
15i50i145i60i14Optionali14 |
| Temperature resolution |
|
0.01 |
| Temperature fluctuation |
|
0.15 |
| Test humidity |
%RHi14Within standard test temperature rangei14 |
0%i145i902%i14Customizei14 |
| Vacuum Resolution |
Pa |
0.01 |
| Vacuum Accuracy |
Pa |
0.2%i141%-100% of Full Scalei14 |
| Vacuum Degree of Test Chamber |
Pa |
10 |
| Additional Functions |
DataShieldTM note3 |
Optional |
| GMP Computer System requirement |
Optional |
| CFR21Part11 |
Optional |
Table 2: Technical Specifications
| Test Cell |
6 Cells |
| Specimen Size |
4.6 x 4.6i1411.7cm11.7cmi14 |
| Specimen Thickness |
120 Mili143mmi14 |
| Standard test area |
38.48cm2 |
| Test Gas |
O2aN2aCO2 etc.i14Outside of supply scopei14 |
| Test Pressure |
10 kPa210 kPai14Can be set betweeni14 |
| Pressure Fluctuation |
0.2 kPa |
| Gas Pressure |
79.7 PSI / 550 kPa |
| Port Size |
I6 mm PU tubing |
| Instrument Dimension |
23.6 H x 19.2 W x 25.9 D (60cm 49cm 66cm) |
| Power Supply |
120VAC10% 60Hz/220VAC10% 50Hzi14one of twoi14 |
| Net Weight |
220Lbsi14100kgi14 |
Table 3: Product Configuration
| Standard Configuration |
Instrument mainframe, tablet, vacuum pump (UK), sampler, vacuum grease, I6 mm PU tubing |
| Optional Parts |
Air compressor, CFR21Part11, GMP Computer System requirement, DataShieldTM note3 |
| Note |
The gas compressor port of the instrument is I6 mm PU tubingi14pressure79.7 PSI/ 550kPai14, customers need to prepare gas supply. |
Note 1: The described product functions are subject to the specification in "Technical Parameters" "Table 1: Test Parameters".
Note 2: The parameters in the table are measured in Labthink laboratory by professional operators according to the requirements and conditions stapulated in laboratory environmental standards.
Note 3: DataShieldTM provides safe and reliable data application support. Multiple Labthink instruments can share one single DataShieldTM system which can be configured as required.
Advanced Measurement PrecisionEngineered for high-precision gas flow detection, this instrument offers a measuring range of 0.01 to 500 cc/m2day with an accuracy of 1%. The LCD digital display ensures instant data visualization, while the microprocessor-based control mode provides consistent and repeatable results across specimens.
Flexible Sample CompatibilityCompatible with diverse materials, including PET, PE, PA, EVOH, aluminum foil, and multi-layer laminated films, it accommodates specimen sizes from 50 mm to 120 mm diameter and enables simultaneous testing of 1 to 3 specimens. The adjustable test width and stroke expand its utility for various packaging formats.
Integrated Environmental ConditioningAn advanced humidity and temperature control module allows users to precisely set test conditions, ranging from 20% to 90% relative humidity and 15C to 50C. This ensures reproducibility and relevance to real-world storage and transit scenarios.
User-Friendly Automation & SafetyFully automatic operation, touch screen interface, and comprehensive safety protections against over-pressure and over-temperature empower effortless operation. Both automatic and manual calibration offer flexibility for routine verification or specialized testing protocols.
Comprehensive Data ManagementAll test results are automatically logged and can be exported via USB or PC interface. The included software enables advanced result analysis, custom report generation, and seamless integration with laboratory data systems.
FAQ's of Gas Barrier Performance Testing Instrument:
Q: How does the Gas Barrier Performance Testing Instrument determine gas transmission rates?
A: The instrument utilizes the manometric method with a customizable coulometric sensor to measure the rate at which gases permeate films, sheets, and packaging materials. Changes are detected by sensitive gas flow sensors, with real-time results presented on the digital LCD display.
Q: What materials can be tested with this instrument?
A: It is designed for compatibility with a wide range of materials, including PET, PE, PA, EVOH, aluminum foil, and laminated films. The testing chamber accommodates specimens with diameters between 50 mm and 120 mm.
Q: When and where should this instrument be used for optimal results?
A: The instrument excels in laboratory and industrial packaging quality control settings where accurate measurement of gas barrier properties is critical. It is suitable for routine testing, research, and development environments, ensuring precise characterization under controlled conditions.
Q: What is the process for preparing and running a test?
A: Prepare specimens of appropriate size, select test conditions (humidity, temperature), and place them in the chamber. The microprocessor-based controls allow programmable test speed and stroke. The system automatically logs data and generates reports for each specimen tested.
Q: How does the instrument ensure data accuracy and reliability?
A: High precision sensors, automatic and manual calibration options, and integrated safety features maintain data integrity. The advanced software analyzes and verifies results, while strict environmental controls minimize variability between tests.
Q: What benefits does automatic data logging and USB export provide?
A: Automatic logging ensures that every measurement is recorded without manual input, reducing error risk. USB and PC connectivity speeds up data export, facilitates analysis, and enhances traceability, making report management more efficient for laboratories and manufacturers.
Q: Is regular calibration necessary, and how is it achieved?
A: Both automatic and manual calibration are supported. Regular calibration is recommended to maintain measurement accuracy, easily accomplished via the instrument's touch screen interface to ensure consistent test performance.