Puncture Resistance Tester for Food Packaging Films

Tester that measures force required to puncture film or laminate with a probe. Used to select packaging for sharp edged contents like bones and dry pasta.

Specification

Film is clamped over a ring and a probe is driven through it at constant speed. Peak force and energy are recorded. Packers compare film grades before use on meat and frozen food.

Features

• Force 0 to 50 N
• Probe 1.0 mm radius
• Clamp ring 100 mm
• Speed 50 to 500 mm/min
• Data PC output

Technical Specifications

Test Standards	ASTM F1306, ISO 7765-2 reference
Force Range	0 to 50 N
Accuracy	+/- 0.5 % FS
Probe	1.0 mm radius, 3.2 mm shaft
Speed	250 mm/min
Clamp Opening	100 mm
Display	LCD
Power	230 V AC, 50 Hz

Standard Accessories

• Probe
• Film clamp
• Software