The Texture Analyser TA plus from Lloyd Instruments is a fully software controlled instrument that applies forces in both tension and compression up to 1kN (100kgf or 225lbf).
External ‘plug and play’ devices such as temperature and humidity probes may be connected to the machine to enable parameters to be monitored during each test and reported via the NEXIGEN Plus software.‘Test Start’ and ‘Test Stop’ conditions may also be controlled by these external devices.
Each Lloyd TA Plus Texture Analyser is supplied with a base table, a 12.5mm diameter cylinder probe, and a stainless steel drip tray. The work area has a 179mm throat depth, and the vertical axis speed is adjustable from 0.002 to 50mm/minute at full load.
Multi-lingual and multi-unit display options are available, as well as intelligent load cells and other accessories. To maintain full confidence in the test results, the sampling speed is 8kHz to ensure all data points are captured. Frame stiffness compensation for extension accuracy to within 5 microns required for many tests is provided.
The NEXIGEN Texture Analysis software (supplied separately) logs the test results, enables integration with video and still pictures, provides test data security, and also enables reporting and exporting of data.
To enable all customers to gain the maximum from their Lloyd TA Plus Texture Analysers, Bestech Australia offers commissioning for first time users as well as training for all users such as test technicians and laboratory staff. All necessary after sales technical service is available at Bestech.