Cap Torque Gauge PET Torque Force Tester Cap Twisting Strength Tester

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The Cap Torque Gauge is a precision instrument designed for measuring the open and lock forces of caps on a wide range of containers, including medicine bottles, PET bottles, spout bags, and flexible tube packages. This advanced torque testing device ensures that caps meet the appropriate force standards for locking and opening during production. By accurately evaluating the torque force, the Cap Torque Gauge guides the manufacturing process, ensures quality control, and optimizes the user experience during transportation and final consumption.

The Cap Torque Gauge is widely used in industries such as pharmaceuticals, food and beverage, cosmetics, and packaging. With its versatile applications, the instrument supports quality assurance in product safety and reliability, ensuring that packaging meets stringent industry requirements.

Key Features of the Cap Torque Gauge

1. Advanced PLC Control Unit with Touch Screen Interface: The Cap Torque Gauge is equipped with a programmable logic controller (PLC) that allows for precise operation. The touch screen interface simplifies user interaction, making it easy to adjust settings and conduct tests with minimal training.

2. Dual Measurement Capabilities for Locking and Opening Forces: The device provides accurate measurements for both the torque needed to open and lock a cap. This dual functionality ensures comprehensive testing for various packaging standards.

3. Peak Value Auto Keeping: During testing, the gauge automatically records the peak torque value, which simplifies data collection and analysis for quality control purposes.

4. Micro Printer for Convenient Data Recording: Integrated with a micro printer, the Cap Torque Gauge allows users to quickly print test results for documentation and reporting.

5. RS232 Port with Optional Professional Computer Software: For more detailed analysis and data management, the Cap Torque Gauge features an RS232 port. Users can opt for specialized software and a communication cable to connect the device to a computer, streamlining data transfer and storage.

6. Overload Protection and Auto Zeroing Function: The built-in overload protection ensures the device operates within safe limits, extending the lifespan of the instrument. The auto zeroing feature enhances the accuracy of measurements by resetting the gauge to zero before each test.

Technical Data of the Cap Torque Gauge

• Test Range: Up to 10 Nm (Newton meters), covering the requirements of various cap sizes and materials.
• Accuracy: 1% Full Scale (FS), providing reliable measurements across the entire range.
• Resolution: 0.001 Nm, ensuring precise readings for even the smallest torque variations.
• Clamp Range: Suitable for cap diameters from Φ5mm to Φ170mm, accommodating a wide variety of packaging designs.
• Dimensions: 240 mm x 350 mm x 270 mm, making it compact enough for laboratory or industrial use.
• Weight: 19 kg, facilitating portability and ease of setup.

Compliance with International Testing Standards

The Cap Torque Gauge is designed to comply with several international testing standards, ensuring that it meets the requirements for torque testing in various industries:

• ASTM D 2063: Standard Test Method for Measuring Torque Retention of Caps
• ASTM D3198: Standard Test Method for Torque Testing of Child-Resistant Closures
• ASTM D3474: Standard Practice for Testing Child-Resistant Closures for Containers
• GB/T17876: Chinese standard for cap torque testing
• BB/T0025: Domestic standards for testing torque in the food packaging industry
• BB/T0034: Torque measurement standards for cosmetic packaging

Applications of the Cap Torque Gauge

The Cap Torque Gauge is essential for quality control in various sectors:

1. Pharmaceutical Industry: Ensures that medicine bottles and flexible tube packages have the appropriate torque levels to maintain product safety and integrity. Proper torque values can prevent tampering and accidental opening, making the device indispensable for regulatory compliance.

2. Food and Beverage Industry: Used to test caps of PET bottles and spout bags, ensuring that packaging retains freshness while being easy for consumers to open. It also verifies that the caps are securely locked to avoid leakage during transportation.

3. Cosmetic and Personal Care Industry: Helps to measure the torque of caps on flexible tube packages and cosmetic containers, ensuring ease of use while maintaining product protection.

4. Packaging and Material Testing Laboratories: Offers a comprehensive solution for laboratories performing routine torque tests for packaging manufacturers, research institutions, and quality inspection agencies. It provides consistent and accurate results, which help in developing new packaging materials and improving existing designs.

Why Choose the Cap Torque Gauge?

1. Enhanced Quality Control: The Cap Torque Gauge ensures that every cap meets the desired specifications for torque force, thereby preventing product leakage and improving customer satisfaction.

2. Versatile Testing Range: With a clamp range accommodating cap diameters from 5mm to 170mm, the instrument is suitable for a wide variety of containers, including specialty packaging.

3. Precise Data Collection: The instrument's high resolution and accuracy allow for precise data collection, making it an ideal choice for industries where quality assurance is critical.

4. Compliance with Multiple Standards: It meets ASTM, GB, and BB standards, ensuring it is suitable for global markets and diverse applications.

5. User-Friendly Design: The touch screen interface, auto zeroing, and peak value holding functions make the device intuitive to use even for non-experts.

Optional Configurations for Extended Capabilities

To further enhance the functionality of the Cap Torque Gauge, several optional features are available:

• Professional Computer Software: Allows for more sophisticated data management and analysis. The software supports real-time data tracking and offers various data export options.
• Communication Cable (RS232): Facilitates data transfer between the Cap Torque Gauge and external devices for efficient test management and documentation.