ATI Corporation SCT-01 Short Span Compression Tester

Explore the functions, benefits, and testing standards of the short span compression tester for paper and board. Learn how SCT test methods like ISO 9895 and TAPPI T 826 ensure quality and precision in packaging.

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Description

The SCT test (short span compression test) method is specifically designed to evaluate the compressive strength over a minimal span—typically 0.7 mm—offering higher accuracy compared to traditional ring crush or edge crush tests. This method is ideal for testing materials with grammage between 100 g/m² and 400 g/m².

In the SCT-01, a 15 mm wide specimen is clamped between two precision-aligned jaws. As the jaws compress the sample, the instrument captures the maximum force before failure. The resulting value reflects the compressive strength in Newtons or other units such as KN/m or N.m/g, ensuring versatility in data presentation.

This test is highly sensitive to fiber bonding and material uniformity, making it a valuable indicator of paperboard quality—critical for packaging manufacturers aiming for ISO or TAPPI compliance.

Main Parameter

Test Range 1~500N(Or as required)
Compression Distance 0.3~2mm
Clamping Length 30±0.5mm
Test Speed 3±0.1mm/min
Resolution 0.01N
Sample Size 15*75mm W*L
Gas Pressure 0.4~0.7 MPa
Gas Port Size Ф6 mm
Power AC 110~220V 50/60Hz

Test Standards

ISO 9895, TAPPI T 826

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