Closure Torque Testers
The application torque of closures must be controlled in order for the closures to perform properly in the field. Closures must be applied tight enough to maintain a seal and to resist closure back off, but must not be applied so tightly that the end user cannot remove the closure.
Closure torque or cap torque testing involves a range of tests for events designed into screw caps and unthreaded stoppers. It can include a measure of the turning force required to overcome safety features (e.g. child-resistance closures (CRC) Types I and II), tamper resistance, and to open, or to secure a twist cap or lid.
Types of closure torque test
- bridge torque (torque to break the bridges of a tamper-evident band eg. on ROPP closure)
- incremental torque (torque measured in very small steps, usually when in contact with an internal seal)
- removal torque..... (torque to release the closure)
- reverse ratchet torque..... (torque applied without downward axial force on a CRC)
- strip torque ....... (torque to 'jump' or strip the thread)
Recommended Mecmesin Closure Torque Testers
Our top-of-the-range Vortex-i torque testing system gives optimum testing performance and data-collection options, enabling you to get the most from your test measurements.
- Controlled via advanced software
- Create sophisticated test programs
- Perform in-depth evaluation of results
- Ideal for Quality Control Laboratory
- Capacities from 0.3 N.m to 10 N.m
Our top-of-the-range Vortex-xt torque testing systems enable fast and efficient testing in the production area for measuring closure torque near the capping line.
- Intuitive touch screen interface with quick test selection
- Program, store and evaluate tests on one system
- Easy-to-use ... one button press launches the test
- Stand alone system - no PC required
- Capacities from 0.3 N.m to 10 N.m
Our entry-level Vortex-dV test stands are a cost-effective solution for straightforward closure torque tests.
- Clear colour display of torque, speed and angle
- Simple, precision controls
- Combines with Mecmesin’s digital torque display, AFTI
- Cycle to or between angles or torque
- Run to break or to a torque
- Rugged design suitable for production area
- Capacities from 1.5 N.m to 10 N.m
For testing small rotary components and manual closure torque testing, we have a range of digital torque testers including:
- Tamper-evident closure testing
- On-board memory; up to 500 readings
- Interfaces with printer or PC
- Pass/fail alerting
- Versatile mounting table
- Range of capacities from 1.5 N.m to 10 N.m
- Compact, portable and affordable
- Clockwise and counter-clockwise digital torque capture
- Interfaces with printer or PC
- Versatile mounting table
- 6 N.m capacity
- For measuring screw cap opening and closing torque
- IP54-rated stainless steel housing
- Stores up to 240 readings
- Interfaces with printer or PC
- Compact and portable
- Capacity 5 N.m
