Product Specification

Micro Printer Gelbo Flex Durability Testing Machine PLC Control Pharmaceutical Packaging Film Flex Durability Tester

Introduction

The Cell Instruments Gelbo Flex Durability Tester GFT-01 is an advanced testing instrument designed to evaluate the flex durability or Gelboflex resistance of flexible barrier materials. This is essential for materials like films, composites, and coating films as it determines their ability to withstand repetitive strain and resist flex cracking. Industries such as plastics, paper, textiles, food, pharmaceuticals, toiletries, printing, adhesives, and more rely on the GFT-01 Gelbo Flex Durability Tester for precise and reliable testing.

Key Features and Advantages

Precise Flex Durability Measurement:
The Gelbo Flex Durability Tester GFT-01 accurately measures resistance against repetitive strain, providing valuable data on flex failure by detecting pinholes in the sample structure.

Preservation of Package Integrity:
Strong flex crack resistance evaluated by the GFT-01 Gelbo Flex Durability Tester minimizes the risk of package perforation during distribution, ensuring the package remains intact and preserves the integrity of its contents.

Versatility:
Suitable for a variety of materials, including films, composites, and coating films, the GFT-01 Gelbo Flex Durability Tester is a versatile solution for different industries.

Compliance with ASTM F392:
The tester adheres to industry standards, including ASTM F392, ensuring accurate and repeatable measurements of flex durability.

Why You Need the Gelbo Flex Durability Tester

The Gelbo Flex Durability Tester GFT-01 is crucial for quality control and assurance in industries handling flexible barrier materials. It ensures materials meet required standards for flex crack resistance, preventing packaging failures during distribution. By assessing the ability of materials to withstand repetitive strain, the tester helps maintain package integrity throughout the distribution cycle, and ensures compliance with standards like ASTM F392.

Purpose and Functionality

The primary purpose of the Gelbo Flex Durability Tester GFT-01 is to assess and quantify the flex durability or Gelboflex resistance of flexible barrier materials, including films, composites, and coating films. The tester simulates repetitive strain by subjecting the material to a combination of twisting and horizontal compression, mimicking real-world conditions during the distribution cycle. This testing method helps determine the flex failure of the material and its ability to resist pinhole formation, ultimately contributing to the preservation of package integrity.

Applications

The Gelbo Flex Durability Tester GFT-01 finds application across various industries:

Plastics Industry:
Ensures the quality of flexible barrier materials used in plastic packaging.

Food and Pharmaceutical Industry:
Maintains the integrity of packaging for food and pharmaceutical products during distribution.

Textile Industry:
Assesses the flex durability of barrier materials used in textile packaging.

Printing and Adhesives Industry:
Verifies the quality of films and coatings used in printing and adhesive applications.

Technical Features

PLC Control:
The GFT-01 Gelbo Flex Durability Tester features PLC control, providing precise control over the testing process.

HMI Touch Screen Interface:
An intuitive touch screen interface allows users to easily operate the tester and access key information.

Microprinter:
The system includes a microprinter for convenient data output, enabling users to record and analyze test results.

Switchable Stroke Modes:
Users can quickly switch between long and short stroke modes, enhancing the tester's versatility.

Test Modes:
The Gelbo Flex Durability Tester GFT-01 offers five standard test modes (A, B, C, D, and E), providing flexibility in testing conditions.

Compliance with Industry Standards

The GFT-01 Gelbo Flex Durability Tester complies with ASTM F392, which outlines the flex durability testing requirements for flexible barrier materials. This compliance ensures that the tester provides consistent results in accordance with recognized industry benchmarks.