Paper & Packaging
Digital Crush Tester (RCT, ECT & FCT)
Ring crush, edge crush and flat crush in one frame
A single microcontroller-based platform for ring crush, edge crush and flat crush testing of paper, corrugated board and fluting. A motorised platen compresses the specimen at a controlled rate while the load cell captures the peak crush load.
Technical specifications
Tests supported
RCT, ECT, FCT (with respective fixtures)
Load measurement
Strain-gauge load cell
Display
Alphanumeric LCD with keypad
Output
Thermal printer, saved results
Model
Micro-controller based, 31/BC/8C/15 series
Power
230 V AC, 50 Hz
Applications
Corrugated board and fluting medium testing
Box compression strength prediction
Liner and paperboard grade control
Supplier material acceptance
Frequently asked questions
What is the Digital Crush Tester (RCT, ECT & FCT)?+
A single microcontroller-based platform for ring crush, edge crush and flat crush testing of paper, corrugated board and fluting. A motorised platen compresses the specimen at a controlled rate while the load cell captures the peak crush load.
What standards does the Digital Crush Tester (RCT, ECT & FCT) comply with?+
The Digital Crush Tester (RCT, ECT & FCT) complies with the following standards: TAPPI T 818, TAPPI T 811, TAPPI T 825, ISO 3037.
What are the key features?+
- Three tests — RCT, ECT and FCT — on one frame
- Precision load cell with peak-hold capture
- Motorised platen with constant compression speed
- Thermal printer and result memory
- Calibration mode from the keypad
- Heavy cast base for vibration-free readings
Where can I buy the Digital Crush Tester (RCT, ECT & FCT) in India?+
The Digital Crush Tester (RCT, ECT & FCT) is manufactured and sold by Techno India, based in Roorkee, Uttarakhand. Contact us at sales@techno-india.com or call 08077928706 for pricing and delivery. We provide installation, calibration and AMC across India.
Next step
Ready tomeasure better?
Tell us your material, sample size and the standard you test to. We will recommend the exact instrument and range you need.