The pharmacopoeia tapped density tester, standard model, complies with Chinese Pharmacopoeia 2020 Methods 1 and 2, with Method 3 optional. It is available as single, dual or triple station for pharmaceutical and powder applications.
Specifications
| Stations | Single | Dual | Triple |
|---|---|---|---|
| Model | C100M | C200M | C300M |
| Standards | Chinese Pharmacopoeia 2020, Methods 1 and 2, Method 3 optional | ||
| Applications | Metal powders, non-metal powders, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, new energy, new materials, and research or teaching | ||
| Tap frequency | 0–300 taps/min, adjustable | ||
| Tap method | Rotating tap | ||
| Tap amplitude | 3 mm or 14 mm | ||
| Power supply | AC220V±10V 50Hz | ||
| Cylinder volume | 250 mL | ||
| Repeatability error | ≤1% | ||
Features
- 4.3-inch touch display;
- Long-life, high-reliability motor with a fast start-stop response;
- 32-bit embedded RISC microprocessor, low cost, high performance and low power;
- Custom embedded OS for test instruments;
- Lightweight, reliable and configurable GUI;
- Built-in miniature receipt printer;
- Results to 3 decimal places;
- Network connection for remote upgrade and customization;
- Electronic reports in Excel and PDF;
- Remote software upgrade;
- Firm structure, clean appearance and simple operation.
Instrument layout (single station)
| Part | Description |
|---|---|
| Cylinder | On top, holds the sample |
| Display | Front touch screen |
| Built-in mini printer | Inside the front of the housing |
| Tray | Supports the cylinder |
| Fan | Rear cooling |
| Power switch | Rear |
| RJ45 port | Rear, for network connection |
Operation screen
The main screen has test monitoring and data calculation.
| Monitoring | Tap frequency (taps/min), duration (min), tap count; a progress bar shows completion |
|---|---|
| User input | Mass (g), bulk volume (mL), tapped volume (mL) |
| Results | Tap count, bulk density (g/mL), tapped density (g/mL), Hausner ratio, Carr index |
| Actions | Back, print |
- Frequency and duration are saved to the configuration file and restored at power-on;
- Tap count is calculated automatically;
- Chinese and English input;
- Progress bar shows the test in real time;
- Automatic calculation of bulk density, tapped density, Hausner ratio and Carr index;
- One-tap report printout.