YL-1102 Yuelian Beverage Bottle Top Load Tester
| Brand | Yuelian |
|---|---|
| Origin | Guangdong, China |
| Model | YL-1102 |
| Application | Top-load compression strength testing of PET/HDPE beverage bottles and rigid packaging containers |
| Test Modes | Top-load compression, side-load compression, tensile strength (film), tear resistance (film) |
| Compliance | Designed for routine QC in food packaging manufacturing per ISO 8775, ASTM D4577, and GB/T 13525 |
Overview
The YL-1102 Yuelian Beverage Bottle Top Load Tester is a microprocessor-controlled universal compression and tensile testing system engineered specifically for quality control laboratories in food and beverage packaging manufacturing. It operates on the principle of axial force application under displacement-controlled or load-controlled conditions, enabling precise quantification of structural integrity parameters including top-load compressive strength, deformation at yield, sustained-load creep behavior, and recovery characteristics. The instrument complies with standardized test methodologies defined in ISO 8775 (Plastic bottles — Determination of top-load resistance), ASTM D4577 (Standard Test Method for Compression Resistance of Rigid Plastic Containers), and Chinese national standard GB/T 13525 (Plastics — Determination of tensile properties). Its robust mechanical architecture—featuring a high-rigidity dual-column frame, precision ball-screw actuation, and calibrated load cell—ensures high reproducibility across repeated measurements, critical for batch release testing and supplier qualification.
Key Features
- Microprocessor-based digital controller with real-time load-displacement curve acquisition and on-screen display of peak load, deformation, and time-to-failure metrics
- Adjustable crosshead speed range (1–500 mm/min) to accommodate both quasi-static top-load tests and dynamic side-compression protocols
- Modular fixture interface supporting interchangeable tooling: top-platen assembly for vertical bottle compression, lateral compression jig for sidewall buckling evaluation, pneumatic film grips for ASTM D882-compliant tensile testing, and Elmendorf-type tear fixtures per ASTM D1922
- Integrated overload protection and emergency stop circuitry compliant with IEC 61000-6-2 electromagnetic compatibility requirements
- Calibration traceable to NIM (National Institute of Metrology, China) standards; optional factory calibration certificate available upon request
Sample Compatibility & Compliance
The YL-1102 accommodates cylindrical and oval-shaped rigid containers ranging from 100 mL to 2 L capacity, including PET carbonated soft drink bottles, HDPE water jugs, and PP juice containers. It supports both empty and filled-bottle configurations when used with appropriate support fixtures and environmental conditioning (e.g., 23 ± 2 °C / 50 ± 5 % RH per ISO 291). For film testing, specimens up to 200 mm wide and 300 mm long can be evaluated in accordance with ISO 527-3 and ASTM D882. All test procedures align with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) documentation requirements, and raw data files include timestamped metadata suitable for audit trails in regulated environments. While not inherently 21 CFR Part 11-compliant, the system supports export of CSV-formatted results compatible with validated LIMS or ELN platforms.
Software & Data Management
The instrument operates via embedded firmware without dependency on external PC software. All test parameters—including target load, hold duration, crosshead speed, and pass/fail thresholds—are configured directly on the front-panel LCD interface. Real-time force-displacement curves are plotted during testing and stored internally for up to 100 test records. Data export is supported via USB flash drive in plain-text CSV format, containing columns for time (s), load (N), displacement (mm), and calculated engineering stress/strain where applicable. No proprietary drivers or cloud connectivity are implemented, ensuring data sovereignty and simplifying validation in ISO 17025-accredited labs.
Applications
- Top-load strength verification of PET bottles prior to palletizing and warehouse stacking
- Evaluation of sidewall collapse resistance under lateral pressure simulating transport vibration and adjacent container contact
- Tensile property characterization (modulus, yield point, elongation at break) of shrink films, lidding foils, and label substrates
- Elmendorf tear resistance assessment of flexible packaging laminates used in pouches and sachets
- Root cause analysis of bottle deformation failures during high-speed filling or capping operations
- Supplier qualification testing against internal specifications derived from ASTM D4577 Annex A1 (Bottle stacking simulation)
FAQ
What standards does the YL-1102 comply with for beverage bottle testing?
It supports ISO 8775, ASTM D4577, and GB/T 13525 for top-load, side-load, tensile, and tear testing.
Can the instrument perform both compression and tensile tests without hardware modification?
Yes—interchangeable fixtures allow seamless transition between top-load compression, side compression, film tensile, and tear modes.
Is calibration documentation provided with the unit?
A factory calibration report referencing NIM-traceable standards is included; full ISO/IEC 17025 calibration services are available as an add-on.
Does the system meet FDA or EU regulatory requirements for use in food packaging QA labs?
While the hardware itself is not certified, its measurement methodology and data output formats align with GLP/GMP expectations for non-automated QC instrumentation.
What is the maximum load capacity of the standard configuration?
The base model is rated for 1 kN (100 kgf); higher-capacity variants (2 kN, 5 kN) are available upon request.
