BENDING RESISTANCE TESTER controlled instrument to determine the bending resistance of paper The Bending Resistance Tester is designed to determine the bending resistance of paper and paperboard using • Direct sample to load cell contact aids accurate • Easy selection of test pararameters from a compre hensive range through a setup menu • Motorized test length setting • Instrument can calculate Taber Stiffness units • Pneumatic clamps with fast release provide consistent clamping pressures for fast, repeatable results • Large, clear display showing peak value and the angle at which it was achieved • Load cell fitted with overload protection • Analog output (use for X-Y recorder—not included) INCLUDED ACCESSORIES • Clear plastic table for dead weight calibration OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES • Certified dead weight set to meet ISO requirements • Sample Cutter • Choice of 10N or 1000mN load cell • Min. force sensitivity: 0.5mN with 1000mN load cell • Selectable bending angle 5.0-90° and test length • RS232 serial data output, printer output and analog signal output • Can be directly calibrated to traceable National INSTRUMENT SIZE Load cell Catalog Number Messmer Instruments Business Estate West Mill, Gravesend Lawson Hemphill Adamel Lhomargy Roissy en Brie, France Pointe-Claire Dorval www.la wsonhemphill.com