Orbis manual closure tester

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Moulded carry handle & compact, lightweight design
Highly portable
Adjustable to accommodate fit a wide range of shapes and sizes of containers. Integrated drip tray captures any sample spillage for ease of cleaning. IP 54 rated
Flexible
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Easy-to-read backlit display
Clear digital display of clockwise and anti-clockwise maximum torque results up to 6 N.m
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Easy export of results
Export results to a PC or printer

Mecmesin's simple, affordable manual closure torque test instrument

For basic torque tests up to 6 N.m, the Orbis provides a reliable and accurate solution. The unit boasts a number of useful features designed to maximise usability, making clockwise and counter-clockwise measurements very easy and quick tasks to undertake.

Overview

Orbis is ideal as a simple, portable closure torque tester
  •  Compact, lightweight, simple to operate and easily portable.
  •  6 N.m capacity.
  •  Clockwise and counter-clockwise digital torque capture.
  •  Versatile mounting table, adjustable to accommodate a variety of forms.
  •  Mains or battery-powered.
  •  RS232 output for easy export of results.
  •  Water resistant design, and integrated drip tray captures spillage for easier cleaning when testing carbonated drinks.
  •  Multiple measurement units: mN.m, N.m, lbf.in, ozf.in, kgf.cm, etc.
  •  On-site calibration available.

Portable and rugged

Carry handle makes Orbis ideal for portable closure torque testing
  •  Integrated drip tray to capture spillages.
  •  Highly portable; moulded carry handle and compact, lightweight design.
  •  Rugged, water-resistant case; ideal for use on the factory floor.
  •  Non-painted polypropylene case suitable for use within pharmaceutical laboratories.

Intuitive controls, clear display

Simple key controls, clear display of closure torque measurement
  •  5 dedicated function keys for ease of operation.
  •  Lockable units and ‘max display’ modes.
  •  Clear display of clockwise and counter-clockwise maximum torque results, or ‘running’ torque display.

Software: VectorProTM Lite

Software allows analysis of exported closure torque data measured from TornadoVectorProTM Lite connects to your test system or instrument, plotting test data directly onto your PC screen:
  •  View test ‘live’ on PC screen; torque vs time.
  •  Perform multiple calculations e.g. peak, trough and average.
  •  Easily identify whether sample meets pass/fail criteria.
  •  Produce summary test reports with graphical traces.
  •  Transfer information to other packages (e.g. Microsoft® Excel or SPC packages) for further analysis.

Technical specifications

  •  Clockwise and counter-clockwise measurement
  •  Capacity of 6 N.m (50 lbf.in)
  •  Container diameter from 10 to 190 mm (0.4" - 7.5")
  •  Load accuracy is ±0.5% of full scale
  •  5000 Hz sampling rate

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Accessories for this System
Standard 35 mm pegs
Provides a stable base on which to mount awkwardly-shaped samples
Large saddle plate
Dedicated moulded mandrels avoid distortion of the closure on gripping
Dedicated moulded mandrels
torque cell checkers enable the on-site verification of the torque instrument's calibration status
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Extended-length gripping pegs keep taller samples vertically aligned
Set of 4 extended 100 mm pegs
This grip allows smaller samples to be securely held in a centrally-aligned position
Mini V-block
V-jaw vice clamp grips low-friction plastic surfaces for accurate torque testing
V-jaw vice clamp, three jaws with quick lock and release lever for Orbis, Tornado, Vortex