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TA1 Texture Analyzer

TA1 Texture Analyzer

TA1 Texture Analyzer

Product catalog summary
Overview: The document is a specification sheet for the TA1 Texture Analyser, a product by Lloyd Instruments, designed for texture analysis in various industries including food, cosmetics, and packaging. It highlights the product's features, technical specifications, and applications.

Key Features:
  • Load Accuracy: Exceptional load accuracy of +/- 0.5% down to 1% of load cell value, reducing the number of load cells needed.
  • Plug’n’Play Load Cells: YLC load cells with anti-rotation collars for easy alignment.
  • Large Work Area: 180 mm throat depth for accommodating larger specimens.
  • Advanced Software: NEXYGENPlus software compatible with Windows®7, offering user-configurable test functionality and a comprehensive test library.
  • Application Expertise: Extensive range of jigs, probes, and fixtures for diverse testing needs.

Applications: The TA1 is suitable for a broad range of applications including bakery, cereals, confectionery, dairy, fruits, vegetables, gels, meat, pasta, pet food, cosmetics, and packaging.

Technical Specifications:
  • Force Capacity: 1000 N (225 lbf)
  • Crosshead Travel: 500 mm (19.7 in)
  • Speed Range: 0.01-2032 mm/min
  • Load Cell Accuracy: +/-0.5% from 1% to 100% of load cell value
  • Operating Conditions: Temperature range of +5 to 35°C and relative humidity of 20% to 85%

Software Features: NEXYGENPlus software includes a large library of test methods, video and still capture, user access settings, and data traceability. It supports integration with Microsoft Office® and offers versatile data export options.

Ordering Information: The document provides details on standard and optional accessories, including various load cells and texture analysis probes.

Contact Information: Lloyd Instruments Ltd, located in West Sussex, UK, with contact details for further inquiries.
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TA1 Texture Analyzer-1

Texture Analyser for Food, Cosmetics and Packaging TA1 » Exceptional Load Accuracy Load accuracy of +/- 0.5% down to 1% of load cell value provides a high dynamic range, thereby reducing the number of load cells required to cover the full force range. » Plug’n’Play YLC load cells Featuring anti-rotation collars to avoid load train twist and facilitating easy axial alignment » Large Work Area 180 mm (7.08 in) throat depth for larger specimens and wide range of work tables for flexibility » Advanced Test Setup The Windows®7 compatible NEXYGENPlus software features an improved and intuitive User Configurable Test functionality complementing the comprehensive texture analysis test library available » Application Expertise An extensive range of jigs, probes and fixtures designed from years of experience. In addition the machine can be fitted with multi-purpose grips for testing the strength and integrity of food packaging. » Broad Range of Applications - Bakery - Cereals - Confectionary & Snacks - Dairy - Fruit & Vegetables - Gels - Meat, Poultry & Fish - Pasta & Rice; Snacks - Pet Food - Cosmetics - Packaging The TA1 texture analyser is a cost effective, easy to use solution for performing rapid, detailed texture analysis tests on applications up to 1 kN (225 lbf). The Benefits of Texture Analysis Texture analysis can highlight quality improvement opportunities throughout the supply chain and the production process. New or alternative ingredients can be compared with existing ingredients. In production, texture analysis is used for the measurement and control of process variations such as temperature, humidity and cooking time. A texture profile analysis test replicates the effect of two bites on a sample. Lloyd Instruments NEXYGENPlus texture analysis software captures force, distance and time during the test, allowing the calculation of texture critical parameters such as: Adhesion Force Adhesiveness Chewiness Cohesiveness ISO 9001 Manufacturer Specification Sheet SS-TA1 Firmness Fracturability Gumminess Hardness Modulus Resilience Springiness Stringiness

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TA1 Texture Analyzer-2

NEXYGENP/i/s Materials Testing and Data Analysis Software NEXYGENP/us materials testing software is the hub of the Lloyd Instruments materials testing system. This extraordinarily easy to use and flexible software, allows the operator to control and monitor all aspects of the system from a single front end, ensuring fast, reliable and powerful testing and data analysis. • Large built-in library of test methods meeting international test standards • Intuitive User Configurable Test facility Video and still capture for visual analysis User access settings and data traceability enabling compliance...

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Technical Specification Force Capacity Max. Crosshead Travel, Standard Travel (Between the Eye Ends) Crosshead Speed Range Speed Accuracy (Unloaded) +/-0.2% of selected speed from 2% to 100% of max. speed Min. Load Resolution (Load Cell Specific) Load Cell Accuracy +/-0.5% from 1% to 100% of load cell value Extension Resolution Data Sampling Rate Distance accuracy +/-0.2% of reading from 2% to 100% of max. travel Load Measuring System Relative Humidity Operating Temperature Storage Temperature All systems conform to relevant EU standards and are CE marked. On site verification as per ASTM E4...

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Standard Accessories • Base table • Cylinder probe 12.5 mm (0.5 in) • Stainless Steel Tray Optional Accessories Item YLC Series Load Cell 5 N (1.12 lbf) YLC Series Load Cell 10 N (2.25 lbf) YLC Series Load Cell 20 N (4.5 lbf) YLC Series Load Cell 50 N (11.25 lbf) YLC Series Load Cell 100 N (22.5 lbf) YLC Series Load Cell 250 N (56.25 lbf) YLC Series Load Cell 500 N (112.5 lbf) YLC Series Load Cell 1000 N (225 lbf) AMETEK Test & Calibration Instruments A business unit of AMETEK Measurement & Calibration Technologies offering the following industry leading brands for test and calibration instrumentation....

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