Ametek Brookfield CT3 Texture Analyzer

Description

Ametek Brookfield CT3 Texture Analyzer
The Brookfield CT3 Texture Analyzer is a powerful universal testing machine that offers both compression and tensile testing at a much lower price than other testers in its class.
The CT3 can calculate, through compression and tensile data, a number of physical properties that have proven to be highly correlated to human sensory evaluation of food and other consumer products. With six built-in test modes and ten memory slots for operator-protected tests with administrator rights, a wide choice of accessories and an optional software package, the CT3 is perfect for most any physical testing requirements. The CT3 performs like a high end texture analyzer but at a fraction of the cost. Its uses can expand with your applications - or your testing imagination! The CT3's easy-to-operate design will have your R&D and QC up and running in no time.
FEATURES & BENEFITS
Choice of five load ranges up to 50kg
A variety of probes and accessories for new application opportunities
Choice of two adjustable base tables allows for for versatility of sample testing
Six available test modes plus a calibration check
Stores up to 10 additional customized test methods
Easy-to-read display and easy-to-use, intuitive controls
Provides a "real life" insight into physical properties
21CFR compliant with optional
TexturePro CT
software
Texture Profile Analysis (TPA) specific for the Food Industry
USB and RS232 outputs
Conforms fully with GME and GMIA monograms for gelatin Bloom assessment; includes built-in Bloom Test function
Gelatin Bath System available for sample conditioning
Easiest-to-use Texture Analyzer in its class
Supplied with Texture Loader software to allow creation of up to 10 customized tests
Can be used with optional software,
TexturePro CT
, to easily create custom reports and graphs
TYPICAL APPLICATIONS
Food Applications
Non-Food Applications
Biscuits
Adhesives
Bread
Asphalt
Butter
Candles
Cakes
Cosmetics
Candies
Creams
Cheese
Detergent
Chocolate
Foams
Confectionery
Grease
Cookies
Gum
Crackers
Packaging
Gels/Gelatin
Personal Care
Margarines
Polymers
Meat Products
Rubber Sealants
Pet Foods
Silicone
Pudding
Soap
Sauces
Sponges
Snack Foods
Wax
Spreads
Starch
Surimi
PARAMETERS MEASURED
Elasticity
Hardness
Cohesiveness
Burst Strength
Breaking Point
Fracturability
Gel Strength
Ripeness
Yield Point
Spreadability
Tackiness
Consistency
Relaxation
Pliability
Adhesiveness
Firmness
FIXTURES AND PROBES
To see a complete listing of the fixtures and probes available, please download our
CT3 brochure
.
LEARN ABOUT TEXTURE
Need help? Our
Education
section may be just the thing to clarify unfamiliar terms and help start you on your way to a better understanding of texture analysis.
TEXTURE ANALYSIS TESTING SERVICES
A variety of texture analysis testing services can be performed at all Brookfield locations:
Test and Recommend to determine the appropriate CT3 equipment for your application.
Sample Profiling to determine specific properties of your sample.
Dispute Resolution for mediating a resolution between producers and/or suppliers which each has different results for the same material.
Multiple Sample Test expands your lab capabilities by using Brookfield to accomplish testing.
ANNUAL CALIBRATION SERVICE (RECOMMENDED)
We recommend that this instrument be returned to Brookfield or an authorized dealer on an annual basis for our
Calibration & Repair Service
. Having this annual maintenance done will ensure the instrument's long life and optimal performance.
SPECIFICATIONS
MODEL
Load Range/Resolution*
CT3-100
0-100g/0.01g
CT3-1000
0-1000g/0.10g
CT3-1500
0-1500g/0.20g
CT3-4500
0-4500g/0.50g
CT3-10kg
1-10000g/1.0g
CT3-25kg
1-25000g/2.0g
CT3-50kg
2-50000g/5.0g
MODEL
Trigger Point Range/Resolution
CT3-100
0.1-10g/0.01g
CT3-1000
0.2-100g/0.10g
CT3-1500
0.2-150g/0.10g
CT3-4500
00.5-500g/0.10g
CT3-10kg
1-1000g/1.0g
*Accuracy=±0.5% Full Scale Range (FSR)
ALL CT3 MODEL SPECIFICATIONS
Speed:
Range
0.01-0.1mm/s(increments 0.01mm/s)
0.1-10mm/s (increments 0.1mm/s)
Accuracy
±0.1% of set speed
Position:
Range
0-101.6mm
Resolution
0.1mm*
Accuracy
0.1mm
m=millimeter s=seconds
*Resolution 0.01mm when used with TexturePro CT Software
What's Included
Instrument with choice of load cell
Texture Loader Software
USB cable