The PFT Powder Flow Tester delivers quick and easy analysis of powder flow behavior in industrial processing equipment.
The PFT Powder Flow Tester delivers quick and easy analysis of powder flow behavior in industrial processing equipment. It is ideal for manufacturers who process powders daily and want to minimize or eliminate downtime and expense that can occur when hoppers discharge erratically or fail to discharge altogether.
FEATURES AND BENEFITS
Tests powders for formulation, characterization and QA/QC
Quickly and easily develop product SOP
Minimize or eliminate production downtime and expense
Compact design - easily fits on a workbench
Easy to use and intuitive Powder Flow Pro software included
Full Flow Function Test in 25 minutes
Bulk Density (Fill and Final)
Time Consolidation Test with Full Flow Function data
Wall Friction
Flow Index
Arching Dimensions
Rat-hole Diameter
Hopper Half Angle
Gravity Chute Angle
Compressibility (Carr) Index
Compressibility (Hausner) Ratio
Choice of faster Flow Function Tests for QA/QC
Data Output to Excel
Comprehensive report generation
COMPUTER REQUIREMENTS
Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10
2 GHz processor
1 GB RAM
One USB or RS-232 port
1024x768 resolution display
What's Included
Powder Flow Tester Instrument
Powder Flow Software
What Else is Needed?
Shear Cell Kit - Choose One or Both:
PFT-610 Standard Volume 263cc
PFT-620 Small Volume 43cc
NOTE: Each kit includes:
Sample Trough
Shear Cell
Wall Friction Lid 304 s/s with simulated 2B finish
Outer Catch Tray
Inner Catch Tray with Scraping Tool
Powder Scoop
Cleaning Brush
Wrench
Accessory Case
Options
PFT-626 Sieve Kit for Standard Volume Shear Cell
PFT-627 Sieve Kit for Small Volume Shear Cell
PFT-TRAIN On-site Start-up and Training
Loan instruments available
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