Packaging Hot Tack Tester

The Packaging Hot Tack Tester is an essential tool for evaluating the strength of heat seals between thermoplastic surfaces immediately after sealing and before the package cools to room temperature. This device is crucial for ensuring the quality and reliability of vertical form-fill-seal (VFFS) packaging, where the integrity of the heat seal significantly impacts the overall performance and safety of the package.

Designed for use across various industries, including packaging, food, medicine, and beverages, the Packaging Hot Tack Tester provides accurate and reliable measurements of heat seal strength, making it indispensable for quality control and product development processes.

Features of the Packaging Hot Tack Tester

1. Comprehensive Testing: The Packaging Hot Tack Tester integrates hot tack, heat seal, peeling, and tensile test functions into a single instrument. This multi-functional capability allows for thorough analysis of package seals.

2. Precise Temperature Control: Equipped with P.I.D. temperature control, the sealing jaws of the Packaging Hot Tack Tester achieve rapid heating to the set temperature and maintain stability, ensuring consistent and accurate test results.

3. User-Friendly Interface: The 7-inch TFT touch screen simplifies operation, making it easy for users to set parameters and perform tests with minimal training.

4. Advanced Control Systems: PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) control enhances the precision of temperature and timing, providing reliable performance across various test scenarios.

5. High-Quality Construction: The sealing jaws are aluminum encapsulated, providing uniform heating and enhancing the longevity of the instrument.

6. Efficient Parameter Management: Save and recall multiple test parameter sets to streamline testing processes and reduce repetitive setup time.

7. Adjustable Testing Speed: Customize the speed of testing to suit different materials and testing requirements, ensuring flexibility and adaptability.

8. Safety Features: Includes auto zeroing, overload protection, and over-travel protection to safeguard the instrument and ensure accurate results.

9. Data Management: An RS 232 port is available for data transfer, and professional software is offered optionally for advanced data analysis and reporting.

Technical Specifications

• Standards Compliance: Meets industry standards ASTM F1921 and ASTM F2029 for reliability and accuracy in hot tack testing.
• Temperature Control: Fast heating with precise P.I.D. control for consistent temperature accuracy.
• User Interface: 7-inch TFT touch screen for intuitive operation and parameter setting.
• Construction: Aluminum encapsulated sealing jaws for even heating and durability.
• Safety Features: Includes auto zeroing, overload protection, and over-travel protection.

Applications of the Packaging Hot Tack Tester

The Packaging Hot Tack Tester is ideal for use in various applications where the quality of heat seals is critical. It is widely used in the following industries:

• Packaging: Ensures the integrity of seals in packaging materials to prevent leakage and contamination.
• Food Industry: Verifies the strength of heat seals on food packaging to maintain product freshness and safety.
• Medical: Tests the sealing strength of medical device packaging to ensure sterility and reliability.
• Beverage Industry: Assesses the quality of seals in beverage containers to prevent spoilage and ensure product safety.