Crush Tester ECT, RCT, FCT, CCT, PAT, CMT

This crush strength tester is used for testing the compressive strength of corrugated board and packaging paper using a variety of test methods:

CCT corrugated crush test or Concore crush test
ECT edge crush test or edgewise crush test
FCT flat crush test
PAT pin adhesion test
RCT ring crush test.

It has a maximum force capacity of 5 kN (alternatively 10 kN), with the test results displayed on the laptop monitor supplied with the crush tester machine.

Price on quotation

Benefits

Robust and precise crush tester.
Useful size of compression plates: 150 x 150mm.
Maximum separation between compression plates: 140 mm
One load cell on the upper fixed and parallel plate.
Parallelism error between plates <1/2000.
Units of measurement: N – Kg and Lb.
Displays Statistics: Max – Min – Average & Standard Deviation.
Reading deformations.
Simply, easy-to-use testing software – LYNX entry level.
Compatible with LYNX Plus & Pro Software System.
Automatic return of crush plate after each test at 100 mm/min.
Automatic overload protection.
Compatible with the T-LAB Laboratory Management System.
CE marked.
RS-232 output interface with converter to USB.
Conforms to a variety of test standards (See Specifications).
Force calibration service available.

Suitable Applications

Board boxes.
Board packaging.
Corrugated board.
Packaging paper (liner and fluting).

LYNX Testing Software for Crush Testing

The LYNX testing software enables you to perform compression strength tests on standard samples of corrugated paper and cardboard such as: CMT – RCT – CCT – ECT – FCT – PAT. It records minimum, maximum, and median value; and standard deviation, as well as offering:

Quickness in the execution of burst tests and in obtaining results without human error.
Traceability according to ISO 9000.
Storage capacity up to 100 tests per report.
SAVE, PRINT AND COPY to CLIPBOARD functions.
Reports in PDF format.
Different language options: Spanish – English.

Techlab Systems (TLS) is a leading manufacturer of test equipment. AML Instruments is proud to be the UK exclusive distributor for TLS, meaning we fully support their entire range for sales, service, and calibration.