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Hydrogel Puncture Tester Gel Strength Tester Gelain Strength Testing Equipment Edible Gelatin Strength Puncture Testing

Introduction to Hydrogel Puncture Tester (GST-01)
Cell Instruments proudly presents the Hydrogel Puncture Tester (GST-01), a state-of-the-art device designed for evaluating the strength and quality of hydrogel materials, especially in the food, pharmaceutical, and material testing industries. As a key tool in laboratories, the Hydrogel Puncture Tester is essential for precise analysis of gel texture, ensuring product consistency, safety, and quality across various applications. Specifically built for testing the puncture strength and deformation characteristics of gels, this instrument plays a vital role in industries such as surimi, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and food production.

Why Choose the Hydrogel Puncture Tester?
The Hydrogel Puncture Tester is engineered to deliver exceptional precision and reliability in measuring gel strength. Whether you’re assessing edible gels, pharmaceutical gels, or industrial gels used in textiles and packaging, the GST-01 is designed to meet stringent quality control standards. With a focus on ease of use, flexibility, and accuracy, this tester ensures that your gel-based products maintain their structural integrity under various conditions. It’s an indispensable tool for industries where gel quality and consistency are paramount to product success.

Key Features of the Hydrogel Puncture Tester
The Hydrogel Puncture Tester stands out in the industry due to its advanced technical features, which ensure accuracy, repeatability, and reliability:

• PLC-Controlled Unit: The GST-01 is equipped with a PLC-controlled system that guarantees stable and precise operation, offering enhanced consistency for repeated testing sessions.
• HMI Touch Screen Operation: The intuitive 7-inch HMI touch screen provides a user-friendly interface, enabling easy operation and efficient test monitoring.
• Precision Ball Lead Screw Mechanism: A key feature that ensures accurate speed control and displacement during testing, critical for obtaining reliable gel strength data.
• Adjustable Test Speed: With variable speed control from 1 to 100 mm/min, the Hydrogel Puncture Tester allows users to adjust testing conditions according to specific gel properties.
• Multiple Fixtures: This tester supports a variety of testing fixtures, making it versatile for different types of gel strength tests, including puncture and penetration.
• Safety Features: Equipped with travel limit protection, automatic return functionality, and a protective load cell cover, the tester prioritizes safety during operation.
• Comprehensive Measurement Outputs: The tester provides detailed readings on weight, peak force, and distance, offering comprehensive insights into gel strength characteristics.
• Dot Matrix Microprinter: With an integrated microprinter, the GST-01 allows for immediate, printed documentation of results, facilitating easy record-keeping and report generation.
• Data Port and Software Integration: The tester features an RS232 port for data transfer and optional professional software for advanced data analysis, providing further convenience in managing and storing results.

Applications of the Hydrogel Puncture Tester
The Hydrogel Puncture Tester is essential for industries that require precise measurement of gel strength and material deformation. Its applications include:

• Food Industry: Widely used in the surimi industry to assess the texture and quality of gel-based food products like imitation crab meat, ensuring they meet consumer expectations for consistency and quality.
• Pharmaceutical Industry: Critical in evaluating the mechanical properties of hydrogel-based pharmaceutical products, ensuring the integrity and safety of medicinal formulations.
• Textile Industry: Useful for testing gel-like textile materials to assess their strength and durability under stress.
• Printing and Adhesives: Provides essential data for quality control in the production of gel-based adhesives and printing materials.
• Plastics Industry: Used to test the strength of gel-based plastics, ensuring they meet the necessary standards for structural performance.

Technical Specifications of the Hydrogel Puncture Tester (GST-01)

Why is the Hydrogel Puncture Tester Essential for Quality Control?
The Hydrogel Puncture Tester is a critical instrument for ensuring the quality and performance of gel-based materials. It helps manufacturers maintain high standards in product quality, ensuring that gels used in food, medicine, and packaging remain consistent and effective under stress. By providing precise data on gel strength, puncture resistance, and texture, this tester helps businesses optimize product formulations, improve customer satisfaction, and meet regulatory requirements.