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High Performance CO2 TR Testing for Barrier Films and Packages

The Permatran-C® 4/30 high-performance analyzer is a very trusted Carbon Dioxide Transmission Rate (CO2TR) instrument for low- to high-level barriers and packages. From mono-layer to multi-layer film types, bottles and closures the Permatran-C® 4/30 analyzer offers quick results to help drive research and development programs or to support efficient quality control operations. It features two independent cells with interchangeable horizontal test cartridges that allow a wide variety of sample sizes and types to be easily and accurately tested.
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Specifications

Brands

N/A AMETEK® MOCON® Permatran-C®

Barrier Level

N/A Low to High

Detection Range

N/A 0.5 to 8000 cm³/(m²·day)

Industry Standards

N/A American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) 2476 German Institute for Standardization (DIN) 53380-4 International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 15105-2

Conformance Standards

N/A Canadian Standards Association (CSA) Safety Compliance European Conformity (CE) Underwriters Laboratories (UL)

Connectivity

N/A 2 Universal Serial Bus (USB) Ports Ethernet Port Optional PERM-NET Lite™ for Remote Monitoring

Dimensions and Weight

Height

N/A 15.5 in39.4 cm

Width

N/A 12 in30.4 cm

Depth

N/A 23 in58.0 cm

Weight

N/A 95 lb42.1 kg

Performance Specifications

Test Temperature Range

N/A 10 to 40 ºC

Test Temperature Tolerance (±)

N/A 0.2 ºC

Controlled Relative Humidity (RH) Testing Range

N/A 0 %

Maximum Film Thickness

N/A Up to 3 mmUp to 120 mil

Carrier Gas

N/A Nitrogen (99.7% N2 or better)

Test Gas

N/A Carbon Dioxide (99.7% CO2 or better)

Technical Specifications

Test Range for Normal Model (50 cm²)

N/A 0.5 to 8000 cm³/(m²·day)0.03 to 516 cm³/(100 m²·day)0.0025 to 40 cm³/(pkg·day)

Test Range for Reduced Area Cartridge (5.64 cm²)

N/A 4.5 to 71000 cm³/(m²·day)0.29 to 4600 cm³/(100 m²·day)

Resolution

N/A 0.0001 cm³/(m²·day)
Repeatability1 N/A 0.25 cm³/(m²·day)2 %

Accessories

Accessories

N/A
  • Reduced area cartridge
  • Edge effect cartridge
  • Blister testing cartridge
  • Package testing adapter
  • Custom engineered test cartridges
  • PermWare™ software for data collection and remote monitoring

Modulated Infrared (IR) Sensor (High Performance)

Modulated Infrared (IR) Sensor (High Performance)

N/A Using a patented modulated infrared (IR) technology, this sensor provides accurate and repeatable results. It has a very long life and is the only sensor system to meet the ASTM 2476 standard.

Versatility and Efficiency

Versatility and Efficiency

N/A The Permatran-C® 4/30 analyzer can test the Carbon Dioxide Transmission Rate (CO2TR) from low to high barriers on films, packages and bottles. Unlike manometric or Zahm-Nagel methods that require long periods of time to provide results, AMETEK® MOCON®'s patented modulated IR sensor system allowing the C 4/30 to provide accurate results in much less time.

With the optional adapter cartridge it can also test additional applications such as complete or partial packages, flexible or rigid containers, bottles and/or closures, seals in the form of O-rings or gaskets

The interchangeable cartridges also work with other Next Generation AMETEK® MOCON® permeation analyzers. These purpose-built cartridges increase accuracy, extend the range, or make it possible to test unique or difficult samples.

Removable Cartridges

Removable Cartridges

N/A
  • Easy sample prep on the benchtop
  • One button release and loading
  • Pneumatic clamping provides more repeatable results
  • Interchangeable cartridge options

TruSeal®

TruSeal®

N/A
  • Gas flushing of sample mounting seal protects chamber integrity
  • Lowers background levels reducing need to run individual zero
  • Shortened testing time increases throughput
  • More repeatable results

Control Features

Control Features

N/A
  • Fully automated flow and temp control throughout tests
  • Automatic test method development and recommendations
  • Programmable multi-test sequencing
  • Built-in sensor protection

Advanced Control System

Advanced Control System

N/A The user friendly WinPerm 2 control system features fully automated testing including temperature, gas flow and sensor sample time. Final test reports are automatically saved and can be set to automatically print and export to permanent storage directories. The analyzer is compatible with PermWare™, your complete permeation laboratory data management system. The test mode options make testing known or unknown samples easy and repeatable. A single button push initiates a fully automated test following pre-set stored parameters, reducing operator variability. The intuitive color touch screen is easy to learn and use while the automated testing provides consistent results and fewer potential errors.

Industry Standard in Permeation Testing

Industry Standard in Permeation Testing

N/A The Permatran-C® 4/30 features our exclusive test cell drawer design with two horizontal removable easy to- load cartridges improve test repeatability. A single button opens and closes the drawers, and the cartridge is automatically clamped in place with consistent and even force on any sample thickness. This approach provides greater test repeatability than manual or cam clamping methods. All test cartridges incorporate AMETEK® MOCON®'s exclusive TruSeal® design that utilizes two seals and flushes gas between them to prevent ambient ingress into the test area. This reduces background levels, improves repeatability, and reduces the need to run individual zero.

Touchscreen Interface

Touchscreen Interface

N/A
  • Intuitive automated operation requires less training
  • Built in multi-level user management and data security
  • Event log & trouble shooting guide
  • Save on valuable lab space by eliminating need for PC

Modulated Infrared (IR) Sensor

Modulated Infrared (IR) Sensor

N/A
  • Short exam times reduce overall test time to increase throughput
  • Long life modulated IR sensor
  • Accurate and repeatable results
  • Most trusted modulated IR sensor that fully complies with ASTM 2476

Warranty

Warranty

N/A
  • Full 100% parts and workmanship warranty for 12 months
  • Exclusive 4-year warranty on the modulated IR sensor
  • 1 Whichever is greater