CT3 Texture Analyzer

Product Description

The CT3 is a low cost, but powerful, universal testing machine that offers both compression and tensile testing. It can calculate, through compression and tensile data, a number of physical properties that have proven to be highly correlated to human sensory evaluation of food and other consumer products. With six built-in test modes and ten memory slots for operator-protected tests with administrator rights, a wide choice of accessories and an optional software package, the CT-3 is perfect for most any physical testing requirements. The CT3 performs like a high end texture analyzer but at a fraction of the cost. Its uses can expand with your applications - or your testing imagination! The CT3's easy-to-operate design will have your R&D and QC up and running in no time.

Features & Benefits

• Choice of five load ranges up to 50kg
• A variety of probes and accessories for new application opportunities
• Choice of two adjustable base tables allows for for versatility of sample testing
• Six available test modes plus a calibration check
• Stores up to 10 additional customized test methods
• Easy-to-read display and easy-to-use, intuitive controls
• Provides a "real life" insight into physical properties
• Texture Profile Analysis (TPA) specific for the Food Industry
• USB and RS232 outputs
• Conforms fully with GME and GMIA monographs for gelatin Bloom assessment; includes built-in Bloom Test function
• Gelatin Bath System available for sample conditioning
• Easiest-to-use Texture Analyzer in its class
• Supplied with Texture Loader software to allow creation of up to 10 customized tests
• Can be used with optional software, TexturePro CT, to easily create custom reports and graphs

Typical Applications

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