ECT-RCT Pro Universal Tester – Multi-Function Compression Testing Machine
Standards:
The ECT-RCT Pro Universal Tester is designed to meet rigorous global testing protocols:
- RCT: ISO 12192, DIN 53134, SCAN P34, TAPPI T 822, APPITA/AS 1301.407s
- FCT: EN 23035, ISO 3035, SCAN P32, TAPPI T 825, FEFCO No.6, APPITA/AS 1301.429s
- ECT: ISO 3037, ISO 13821, DIN 53149, SCAN P33, TAPPI T 823, TAPPI T 838, TAPPI T 811, TAPPI T 839, FEFCO No.8, APPITA/AS 1301.444s
- PAT: TAPPI T 821, FEFCO No.11, APPITA/AS 1301.430s, JIS-Z-0402, JIS-Z-1516
- CMT: ISO 7263, DIN 53134, SCAN P27, TAPPI T 809, APPITA/AS 1301.434s
- CCT: TAPPI T 843, SCAN P42
Key Applications & Required Auxiliaries:
This universal tester performs a comprehensive suite of standardized tests essential for quality control and material specification in the paper and packaging industries:
- Ring Crush Test (RCT): Measures the edgewise compressive strength of paper and board strips formed into a ring. (Requires: RCT Sampling Device & Test Piece Holder)
- Edge Crush Test (ECT): Determines the edgewise compressive strength of corrugated board, crucial for predicting box stacking strength. (Requires: ECT Sampling Cutter & Guide Blocks)
- Flat Crush Test (FCT): Evaluates the resistance of corrugated board flute structure to a perpendicularly applied compressive force. (Requires: FCT Sampling Device)
- Pin Adhesion Test (PAT): Assesses the adhesive bond strength between the liners and fluting medium in corrugated board. (Requires: PAT Fixture)
- Corrugating Medium Test (CMT): Measures the flat crush resistance of the fluting medium used in corrugated board. (Requires: CMT Fluter & Rack and Comb)
- Corrugated Crush Test (CCT): Determines the edgewise compressive strength of single-wall corrugated board specimens. (Requires: CCT Fluter & Edge Crush Specimen Holder)
- Contact BONAD for details on specific sampling devices and auxiliary equipment.
Core Mechanism:
At the heart of the ECT-RCT Pro Universal Tester are two precision-engineered platens (upper and lower). Designed to be sufficiently large and rigid to fully support specimens without significant deformation, these platens maintain near-perfect alignment (≤0.05 relative horizontal movement) and parallelism. The lower platen moves upwards at a constant speed, applying compressive force to the specimen placed between the platens. An integrated high-precision load cell within the upper platen continuously detects and transmits force data to the control system in real-time. This system accurately measures the maximum force per unit length a specimen can withstand before failure under compressive load.
Features:
- Stable & Robust Power: Equipped with a synchronous motor for consistent, reliable performance.
- High Precision & Accuracy: Utilizes a high-precision load cell and precision ball screw transmission for stable operation and exceptionally accurate test results.
- Unmatched Versatility: Single machine platform for RCT, FCT, ECT, PAT, CMT, and CCT testing (with appropriate accessories).
- Intuitive User Interface: Features a standard 7-inch touch screen (non-touch option available) displaying real-time test values, maximum peak force, and current force.
- Smart Control & Analysis: Microcomputer-controlled system provides automatic storage and statistical analysis of results (Max, Min, Avg, Displacement, etc.).
- Flexible Units: Easily switch between units: Newtons (N), Kilogram-force (kgf), Pound-force (lbf).
- Comprehensive Protection: Includes data memory, travel limit protection, overload protection, automatic reset, and fault alarms for safety and data integrity.
- Integrated Reporting: Built-in thermal micro printer allows immediate printing of test results.
- Customizable: Can be tailored to meet specific test requirements or standards. Contact BONAD for details.
Technical parameters:
| Model | BND-ERUT |
| Test Type | RCT, FCT, ECT, PAT, CMT, CCT |
| Load Unit | N, kgf, lbf |
| Strength Unit | N / m, N / cm, N / mm, Lbf / in, Kgf / cm, kN / m |
| Measurement Range | 5 ~ 2000 N, Resolution 0.1 N |
| Load Accuracy | Indication error ≤ 1% |
| Test Speed | 12.5 ± 2.5 mm / min or adjustable |
| Return Speed | 30 mm / min |
| Flatness | < 0.05 mm |
| Parallelism | < 1/2000 × B(B: dia. of Round compression platen ) |
| Motor | 1/4 HP |
| Max. Distance of Compression Platen | 80 mm |
| Compression Platen Diameter | 100 mm |
| Weight | About 50 kg |
| Dimension | About 420 ×350 × 640 mm |
| Power | 1 phase, AC220V, 2 A, 50/60Hz or Specified |
Choose BONAD ECT-RCT Pro Universal Tester for reliable, precise, and versatile compression testing of paper, board, and corrugated materials – your partner in quality assurance.
