Tap Density Tester
Digital Tap Density Tester for Powders & Granules
PIS Tap Density Tester measures the tapped density of powders, granules and similar products. The tester offers a standardized and repeatable method of measuring tapped volumes of powders. The unit provides users friendly operation with advanced features to meet global pharmacopoeial standards.
Key Features & Benefits
- 7″ Colour High Resolution Display with Touch Screen Interface & user interactive software
- Designed to meet current USP and ASTM specifications for tap density testing
- Two Tapping Positions for 14 mm and 7 mm cylinders to hold 100 ml and 250 ml
- Simultaneous tapping and rotating motion assures that the material is evenly packed
- Calculates Tapped Density, Compressibility Index, Hausner Ratio and Bulk Density
- Built-in 16 GB SD card, expandable up to 32 GB, for report data storage
- Balance interface for sample weight transfer
- Low Volume Cylinder Adapters – 10 ml, 25 ml, 50 ml cylinders – ASTM Compliant (Optional)
- 100 ml SS Cylinder – USP Method III (Optional)
- Customizable report file
- Result preview before printing
- Auto resume facility to continue the run in case of short power failure
- Data downloading facility with PC based EDC 21 software
- Multilevel user management with editable privileges
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Test Method | USP Method I (300 taps per minute) USP Method II (250 Taps per minute) USP Method III (55 taps per minute) and ASTM |
| Tap Count Range | 0–9999 |
| Type of Drive | Direct Drive with steeper motor |
| Drop Height | Position I = 14, ± 2mm Position II = 3, ± 0.2mm |
| Platform Rotation | 5–15 rotation/minute |
| Display | 7" capacitive touch screen colour display |
| Operating Modes | USP, User selectable |
| User Management | 1 admin, 50 users with multiple right selection |
| Number of Methods | 100 test method non volatile memory storage |
| Report Storage | Practically unlimited test reports with Date and time stamp |
| Printer Connectivity | Centronics Parallel Port for Dot matrix/ desk jet printer |
| Serial Interface | a) RS232-1 for balance connectivity (Sartorius/Mettler) b) RS232-2 for PC connectivity for data download |
| Cylinders | 1 each, 100ml & 250ml, Glass cylinder. For ASTM test – 10mL, 25mL, 50mL, 100 mL and 250 mL Glass cylinder |
| Optional Cylinder | USP III -: 100mL SS cylinder |
| Cylinder Holder | 1 each for 100 ml & 250 ml |
| Optional Adapters | For ASTM test – 10mL, 25mL, 50mL, 100mL and 250mL Glass cylinder, For USP III -: 100mL SS cylinder |
| Power Requirement | 230VAC / 50 Hz, 45W |
| Environmental Operating Conditions | a) Operation — Indoor b) Temperature — Ambient to 45° C c) Humidity — 20% to 80% |
| Dimensions (Approx) | 310 X 380 X 230 mm (W X D X H) |
| Shipping Weight (Approx) | 12 kg |
Applications & Industries
- Pharmaceutical Industry
- Food & Beverage
- Packaging Industry
- R&D & Quality Control
Ideal For Testing
- Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs)
- Formulations, Excipients & Granules
- Food Powders, Spices & Beverages
- Chemical & Specialty Powders
- Research & Development
- Quality Control Laboratories
Why Choose Phoenix India Solutions (PIS)
- High quality, robust and reliable instruments
- Complies with global pharmacopoeial standards (USP, ASTM, IP)
- Ideal for QC and production environments
- User friendly operation with advanced software
- Excellent after-sales support
- Trusted partner for pharmaceutical & laboratory solutions
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