Advance Equipments is a trusted
manufacturer, supplier, and exporter of Melt Flow Index Tester – Computerised in India, offering precision instruments designed to meet
ASTM D1238 “A”, “B”, “A+B” Method and ISO 1133 standards. Engineered for high accuracy and consistency, this advanced testing machine is widely used in quality control labs, polymer research facilities, and plastic manufacturing industries to determine the
Melt Flow Rate (MFR), Melt Volume Rate (MVR), and
Melt Density of thermoplastic polymers.
Product Overview
The
Melt Flow Index Tester – Computerised provides a fully automated and highly accurate testing solution with
microcontroller-based Micro-PLC PID temperature control and
PC connectivity for real-time monitoring and data recording. It is ideal for testing polymers like
Acrylic, ABS, Nylon, PLA, Polybenzimidazole, Polyethylene (PE), Polypropylene (PP), Polystyrene (PS), PVC, and Teflon, making it a versatile instrument for various industries.
❱ Technical Specifications
Temperature Control System: Microcontroller-based Micro-PLC PID for precise temperature stability
Temperature Range: Ambient to 400°C
Temperature Resolution: 0.1°C
Temperature Accuracy: ±0.1°C
Piston Travel: 54.00 mm with 0.01 mm resolution
Timer Range: 999 Seconds
Timer Resolution: 0.001 Second
Weights: 1.2; 2.16; 3.8; 5; 10; 20 & 21.6 Kg, hard chrome plated
PC Connectivity: RS-232 (USB optional)
Reports: MFR, MVR, Melt Density
❱ Accessories:
➙ Piston with inbuilt level indicator – 1 No
➙ Orifice (Tungsten Carbide) – 1 No
➙ Material charger – 1 No
➙ Sample cutter – 1 No
➙ Barrel cleaner – 1 No
➙ Orifice cleaner – 1 No
➙ Funnel – 1 No
➙ Spoon – 1 No
➙ Tweezer – 1 No
➙ Mirror with stand – 1 No
Power Supply: 230 VAC / 50 Hz / 750 Watt
Paint: Powder coated finish for durability
❱ Applications
➙ Determining the
flow properties of thermoplastics
➙ Quality control in polymer and plastic manufacturing
➙ Research and development for material performance evaluation
➙ Comparing MFR and MVR values for different polymer grades
➙ Studying material consistency for process optimization
❱ FAQs
Q1: What is the main purpose of a Melt Flow Index Tester – Computerised?
A Melt Flow Index Tester – Computerised is designed to accurately measure the melt flow rate, melt volume rate, and melt density of thermoplastic polymers for quality control and material comparison.
Q2: Which testing standards does it meet?
It meets ASTM D1238 “A”, “B”, “A+B” Method, ISO 1133, and equivalent IS/DIN standards.
Q3: What temperature control system does it use?
It uses a microcontroller-based Micro-PLC PID temperature control system for precise thermal stability.
Q4: What is the maximum temperature it can handle?
The machine operates from ambient temperature up to 400°C with ±0.1°C accuracy.
Q5: Which industries use this equipment?
This tester is widely used in polymer manufacturing units, plastic product factories, and research laboratories.
