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High Performance WVTR Testing for Barrier Films and Packages

High Performance Water Vapor Permeation Analyzer

The Permatran-W® 3/34 Series high-performance analyzers are the industry's most trusted Water Vapor Transmission Rate (WVTR) instrument for testing low- to high-level barriers. The two different models are easy to use and offer the widest detection levels available in the market. They feature two independent cells with interchangeable horizontal test cartridges that allow a wide variety of sample sizes and types to be easily and accurately tested.
Permatran-W® 3/34 Series Water Vapor Permeation Analyzers
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Items Aquatran® 3/34 Water Vapor Permeation Analyzers
3/34 H
Aquatran® Series 3/34 H Water Vapor Permeation Analyzer 		Image
3/34 G
Permatran-W® Series 3/34 G Water Vapor Permeation Analyzer
Description N/A Entry-level oxygen and water vapor transmission testing for barrier films and packages.

Practical Permeation Transmission Rate Measurement
The OX-TRAN® 2/22 1-cell and the Aquatran® 3/34 1-cell are low-cost units designed for testing Oxygen Transmission Rates (OTR) or Water Vapor Transmission Rates (WVTR) from low to high barriers. They are designed for both first-time users and advanced operators, providing accurate and repeatable test results within a wide detection range.

Each model is designed for high-performance film testing, with the capability for whole-package testing. They feature one test cell with a changeable horizontal test cartridge that allow testing of a wide variety of sample sizes and types. 		N/A High Performance WVTR Testing for Barrier Films and Packages

High Performance Water Vapor Permeation Analyzer

The Permatran-W® 3/34 Series high-performance analyzers are the industry's most trusted Water Vapor Transmission Rate (WVTR) instrument for testing low- to high-level barriers. The two different models are easy to use and offer the widest detection levels available in the market. They feature two independent cells with interchangeable horizontal test cartridges that allow a wide variety of sample sizes and types to be easily and accurately tested.
Brands N/A AMETEK® Aquatran® MOCON® N/A AMETEK® MOCON® PERMATRAN-W®
Barrier Level N/A Low to High
Detection Range N/A 0.05 to 100 g/(m²·day) N/A 0.005 to 100 g/(m²·day)
Depth N/A 23 in58.0 cm
Width N/A 12 in30.4 cm
Height N/A 15.5 in39.4 cm
Weight N/A 95 lb43.1 kg N/A 95 lb42.1 kg
Test Temperature Range N/A N/A 10 to 40 ºC
Test Temperature Range Tolerance (±) N/A N/A 0.2 ºC
Controlled Relative Humidity (RH) Testing Range N/A 50 to 90 %100 %
Controlled Relative Humidity (RH) Testing Range Tolerance (±) N/A 3
Maximum Film Thickness N/A N/A Up to 120 milUp to 3 mm
Carrier Gas N/A Nitrogen (99.7% N2 or better) N/A Nitrogen (99.7% N2 or better)
Test Range for Normal Model (50 cm²) N/A 0.05 to 100 g/(m²·day)0.003 to 6.45 g/(100 m²·day)0.00025 to 0.5 g/(pkg·day) N/A 0.005 to 100 g/(m²·day)0.0003 to 6.45 g/(100 m²·day)0.000025 to 0.5 g/(pkg·day)
Test Range for Reduced Area Cartridge (5.64 cm²) N/A N/A 0.044 to 890 g/(m²·day)0.0027 to 57.2 g/(100 m²·day)
Resolution N/A N/A 0.0001 g/(m²·day)
Repeatability1 N/A N/A 0.005 g/(m²·day)2 %
Temperature Control Range N/A 20 to 40 ºC N/A
Temperature Control Range Tolerance (±) N/A 0.2 ºC N/A
Film Thickness N/A Up to 120 mil3 mm N/A
Test Gas N/A Nitrogen (99.7% N2 or better) N/A
Test Range for Masked Model (5.0 cm²) N/A 0.5 to 1000 g/(m²·day)0.027 to 57.2 g/(100 in²·day) N/A
Resolution for Normal Model (50 cm²) N/A 0.0001 g/(m²·day) N/A
Repeatability for Normal Model (50 cm²) N/A 0.02 g/(m²·day) or 1% N/A
Accessories N/A
  • PermWare® software for data collection and remote monitoring
  • Test cartridges to expand capabilities:
    • Reduced area cartridge
    • Edge effect cartridge
    • Blister testing cartridge
    • Package testing adapter
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  • Reduced area cartridge
  • Edge effect cartridge
  • Blister testing cartridge
  • Package testing adapter
  • Custom engineered test cartridges
  • PermWare™ software for data collection and remote monitoring
Industry Standards N/A American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) F-1249 International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 15106-2 Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS) K7129 National Standard (Recommended) (GB/T) 26253-2010 National Standard (Recommended) (GB/T) 31355-2014 Technical Association of the Pulp and Paper Industry (TAPPI) T557
Conformance Standards N/A Canadian Standards Association (CSA) Safety Compliance European Conformity (CE) Underwriters Laboratories (UL)
Connectivity N/A
  • Ethernet Port
  • 2 USB Ports
 		N/A 2 Universal Serial Bus (USB) Ports Ethernet Port Optional PERM-NET Lite™ for Remote Monitoring
Modulated Infrared (IR) Sensor N/A N/A Using a patented modulated infrared (IR) technology, this sensor provides accurate and repeatable results. It has the longest life of any WVTR sensor on the market, and the only modulated IR sensor system to meet the ASTM F1249 standard.
Extensive Testing Capabilities and Applications N/A N/A The accuracy and wide testing capability of the 3/34 Series make it an ideal WVTR instrument for both research and development or production support laboratories. It has the capability test flat barriers such as mono-layer to multi-layer films, coated films to coated paper board, and specialty applications such as gels or lotions.

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, and 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 N/A N/A
  • Easy sample prep on the benchtop
  • One button release and loading
  • Pneumatic clamping provides more repeatable results
  • Interchangeable cartridge options
TruSeal® N/A 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 N/A N/A
  • Fully automated flow, temp, & RH control throughout tests
  • Automatic test method development and recommendations
  • Programmable multi-test sequencing
  • Built-in sensor protection
Advanced Control System N/A N/A The user friendly WinPerm 2 control system features fully automated testing including temperature, gas flow and RH control. 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 Water Vapor Permeation Testing N/A N/A The Permatran-W® 3/34 Series 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 N/A 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 (Trusted Results) N/A N/A
  • Short exam times reduce overall test time to increase throughput
  • Longest life water vapor permeation modulated IR sensor
  • Accurate and repeatable results
  • Most trusted modulated IR sensor that fully complies with ASTM F1249
Warranty N/A
  • Full 100% warranty on parts and workmanship for 12 months
  • Exclusive 4-year prorated warranty on the COULOX and modulated IR sensors
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  • Full 100% parts and workmanship warranty for 12 months
  • Exclusive 4-year warranty on the modulated IR sensor
Features N/A Interchangeable Cartridges for Testing Versatility
These instruments feature our exclusive test cell drawer design with one horizontal removable easy-to-load test cartridge that improves test repeatability. One button opens and closes the drawers, and the cartridge is automatically clamped in place with consistent force on any sample thickness. This provides greater test repeatability than manual or cam-clamping methods. With the cartridge removed, it is easy to clean and consistently load samples on the bench-top, reducing operator variability.

The interchangeable cartridges also work with other MOCON® permeation analyzers. These purpose-built cartridges increase accuracy, extend the range, or make it possible to test unique or difficult samples. All test cartridges incorporate our proprietary TruSeal® design, which uses 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.

Testing Capabilities and Applications
These 1-cell models are designed to be effective yet simple-to-use instruments for a wide range of applications where low throughput is acceptable. The testing capability make them an ideal OTR or WVTR instrument to test single samples from mono-layer to multi-layer films, coated films and coated paper board. Whether it is research and development at a university or as a QC instrument to support production operations, the 1-cell modules provide reliable data to support your permeation testing needs. 		N/A
Additional Information N/A Simple Operation

Precision Measurement with Our Accurate Sensors
The Aquatran® 3/34 uses our patented modulated infrared (IR) technology to provide accurate and repeatable results. Short exam times reduce overall test times to increase instrument throughput. It also has the longest life of any WVTR sensor on the market and is the only modulated IR sensor system to meet ASTM standard F1249.

User-friendly Automated Testing
The WinPerm™ 2.5 control system features fully automated testing, including temperature, gas flow and RH control. Final test reports are automatically saved and can be set to automatically print and export to permanent storage directories.

One push of a button initiates a fully automated test following pre-set stored parameters, reducing operator variability. The intuitive color touchscreen reduces the learning curve, while the automated testing provides consistent results and fewer errors.

The analyzer is compatible with PermWare®, a complete permeation laboratory data management system. 		N/A
  • 1 Whichever is higher