Product Description
The Aluminum Foil Tensile Testing Machine is a specialized laboratory instrument designed to evaluate the mechanical properties of aluminum foils, including tensile strength, elongation, and thickness uniformity. Compliant with ASTM E8, ISO 6892-1, and BIS standards, this machine ensures packaging materials meet rigorous durability requirements for industries such as food, pharmaceuticals, and electronics. Tailored for Indias growing packaging sector, it combines precision engineering with user-centric design to address critical quality assurance challenges.
Technical Specifications
1.
Load Capacity & Precision:
Range: 0.1 kN to 5 kN, optimized for thin materials like aluminum foil (830 m thickness).
Accuracy: 0.5% of full scale, ensuring reliable tensile strength analysis.
2.
Testing Modes:
Tensile Testing: Measures ultimate tensile strength (UTS) and elongation at break (ASTM E8).
Tear Resistance: Evaluates puncture strength for foil laminates (ASTM D1922).
Thickness Mapping: Integrated micrometer for 1 m thickness uniformity checks.
3.
Control System:
Digital Interface: 7-inch touchscreen with pre-set profiles for ASTM, ISO, and BIS standards.
Data Output: Real-time stress-strain curves, CSV/PDF reports, and batch comparison tools.
4.
Grip Design:
Non-Slip Clamps: Serrated grips prevent foil slippage during high-speed testing.
Alignment Guides: Ensure uniform load distribution to avoid sample wrinkling.
5.
Safety & Compliance:
Overload protection, emergency stop, and automatic shutdown on sample failure.
Key Applications
1.
Food Packaging:
Test tensile strength of aluminum foil used in snack wrappers, pouches, and lids.
2.
Pharmaceutical Foils:
Validate puncture resistance of blister packs and sterile packaging.
3.
Electronics Shielding:
Assess durability of foil laminates for EMI/RFID shielding applications.
4.
Quality Certification:
Ensure compliance with FSSAI and ISO 22000 for food-grade foil production.
Compliance & Certifications
ASTM E8: Standard Test Methods for Tension Testing of Metallic Materials.
ISO 6892-1: Tensile Testing of Metals at Ambient Temperature.
Indian Standards: BIS (IS 1608 for aluminum alloys, IS 11724 for packaging).
Certifications: CE, ISO 9001:2015, NABL-accredited calibration.
Advantages for Indian Packaging Manufacturers
1.
Thin-Film Precision:
Specialized grips and low-force sensors (0.1 kN) ensure accurate testing of ultra-thin foils.
2.
Speed & Efficiency:
High testing speeds (up to 500 mm/min) reduce downtime in high-volume production lines.
3.
Localized Support:
Service hubs in Mumbai, Delhi, and Ahmedabad provide calibration, repairs, and operator training.
4.
Cost-Effective:
Compact benchtop design minimizes lab space requirements and operational costs.
FAQs (aluminum foil tensile testing machine)
Q1: Why is tensile testing critical for aluminum foil?
A: Foil integrity prevents leaks and contamination in food/pharma packaging; testing ensures compliance with safety standards.
Q2: Can the machine test laminated foils?
A: Yescustom grips accommodate multi-layer laminates (e.g., PET-aluminum-polyethylene).
Q3: How to prevent foil tearing during testing?
A: Use alignment guides and low clamping force (5 N) to avoid premature damage.
Q4: What is the calibration interval?
A: Annual NABL-accredited calibration ensures 0.5% accuracy per ISO/IEC 17025.
Q5: Does it comply with Indian food safety standards?
A: Yespre-set profiles align with FSSAI and IS 11724 for food-grade foil.
Item | Description |
Max. Force | 200 kg (2KN) |
Load cell | Germany brand load cell for high accuracy |
Control system | LCD / PC with windows 11 system |
Motor | Panasonic servo motor w/AC variable speed drive system, high-precision mechanical ball screw rod |
Force reading | kgf, Ibf, N, KN, T etc |
Stoke | 900mm including fixture |
Load cell Resolution | 1/250,000 |
Load Precision | 0.5% |
Test speed | 0.1~500mm/min (adjustable) |
Software | TM 2101 |
Curves display | Load- elongation, Elongation-time, Time-elongation, Stress-strain |
Data display | Max. force, speed, sample information, strength(Kpa, Mpa, N/mm, N/mm2) etc |
Safety features | E-Stop Over-load protection Upper and lower limit switches Load sensor with automatic retreat |