Instron has launched its Series 5940 single-column tabletop testing systems for the sensitive testing of medical components and biomaterials such as bones or human and bio-engineered tissues.
They combine high frame stiffness for maximum accuracy and reliability with improved ergonomics, enhanced convenience and optimised flexibility for changing requirements.
The models 5942, 5943 and 5944 offer load capacities of 0.5, 1 or 2kN, a vertical test space of up to 1,123mm and speed ranges from 0.05 to 2,500mm/min.
Their small footprint saves laboratory space and their rigid mechanical design guarantees the best possible conditions for repeatable test conditions and reliable results.
All three systems are compatible with Instron's Bluehill 3 testing software, which facilitates routine, standardised operations carried out in the testing lab, as well as the time-saving configuration and execution of customer and application-specific testing procedures.
Part of the range of accessories for Instron's single and two-column testing systems is a device dedicated to the testing of syringes or combinations of syringes and needles, and can, for example, be used to collect data during the dispensing of medications and fluids.
When the crosshead moves down, the syringe's content is forced out, while both the initial force at the beginning of the injection procedure and the force versus time data during injection are recorded.
A variety of plastic inserts provide flexibility for several different syringe designs and diameters up to 20mm, allowing for an optimised adaptation to meet individual requirements.
A downward positioning of the device is possible to conduct needle cap pull-off tests.
