Dart Impact Tester
Evaluate the impact rupture resistance and toughness of thin polymer films, laminates, and flexible packaging substrates with our advanced Dart Impact Tester. Designed in strict compliance with ASTM D1709 (Methods A & B), this precision testing instrument determines the energy required to cause failure under free-falling missile impacts. Featuring an inbuilt vacuum clamping system and motorized electromagnetic release mechanisms, it provides reliable 50% failure mass calculations for quality assurance laboratories.
Product Overview
Our Dart Impact Tester is an industry-trusted testing solution engineered to assess how effectively packaging films, foils, paperboards, and sheet materials withstand sudden dynamic shock. By utilizing a controlled drop-weight method with standardized darts and adjustable heights, the equipment identifies material vulnerability against piercing impacts during handling and transit. Factors such as thickness uniformity, material composition, and secure clamping are seamlessly accounted for, ensuring rigorous quality control across flexible packaging production lines.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Dart Set | Basic dart set with 5-500gm weights, total 2000 grams weight. |
| Standard Drop Height | 660 mm (Method A) 1524 mm [For "B" Method] 220 mm [For IS 2508] |
| Vacuum Range | 760 mm of Hg |
| Electric Supply | 230 VAC/50Hz |
| Electric Power | 500 Watts |
| Bounce Guard (to protect the Dart from bouncing off high-quality films) | |
Advanced Features
Hands-Free Foot-Operated Switch
Features a convenient foot-operated control switch to effortlessly clamp and unclamp film samples, streamlining high-volume testing workflows.
Electromagnetic Coil Activation
Equipped with an intuitive 'umbrella' switch to securely hold and precisely release the falling dart via an energized electromagnetic coil system.
Inbuilt Vacuum Clamping Pump
Integrated with a powerful built-in vacuum pump that ensures uniform, wrinkle-free specimen anchoring across the test ring during impact testing.