Drick DRK182 Interlayer Bond Strength Tester for Corrugated Board and Paper Surface Fiber Bond Evaluation
| Brand | Drick |
|---|---|
| Origin | Shandong, China |
| Manufacturer Type | OEM Manufacturer |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Model | DRK182 |
| Price | USD 4,850 (FOB Qingdao) |
Overview
The Drick DRK182 Interlayer Bond Strength Tester is an engineered laboratory instrument designed to quantitatively assess the interfacial adhesion integrity between plies in corrugated board and the intrinsic fiber-to-fiber bonding strength at the surface of paper substrates. It operates on the principle of controlled tensile separation—applying a calibrated vertical peel force perpendicular to the plane of layered material—thereby generating reproducible measurements of bond resistance in accordance with standardized physical testing methodologies. This device supports objective quality control in packaging R&D, paper manufacturing process validation, and incoming material verification where delamination resistance directly correlates with structural performance, printability, and end-use durability.
Key Features
- Motor-driven precision loading system with digital force transducer (±0.5% full-scale accuracy) and real-time load-cell feedback loop
- Adjustable clamping geometry accommodating specimens from 15 mm × 15 mm up to 60 mm × 60 mm, with pneumatic or manual jaw actuation options
- Integrated displacement sensor with 0.01 mm resolution for synchronized force–displacement curve acquisition
- Modular sample holder design enabling rapid transition between single-ply surface bond tests and multi-ply board interlayer peel configurations
- Compliance with mechanical safety standards including ISO 12100 and CE-mandated EN 61000-6-3 for electromagnetic compatibility
- Rugged aluminum alloy frame with anti-vibration base mount, optimized for stable operation in shared QC lab environments
Sample Compatibility & Compliance
The DRK182 accommodates a broad spectrum of fibrous sheet materials, including but not limited to: solid bleached sulfate (SBS), recycled linerboard, test liner, kraft paper, coated and uncoated offset papers, and laminated composites with starch-, PVA-, or EVA-based adhesive systems. Test protocols align with core industry references such as TAPPI T 813 om-22 (Interlaminar Peel Strength of Corrugated Board), ISO 1924-3:2017 (Tensile Properties of Paper and Board — Part 3: Constant Rate of Elongation Method), and ASTM D828-20 (Standard Test Method for Tensile Properties of Single-Ply Paper and Paperboard). Instrument calibration traceability follows ISO/IEC 17025 requirements through internal documented procedures and optional third-party certification.
Software & Data Management
The DRK182 is supplied with proprietary Windows-based analysis software (v3.2.1) supporting automated test sequencing, live force–displacement graphing, peak load identification, and area-under-curve (AUC) integration for energy absorption quantification. Data export formats include CSV, XLSX, and PDF reports compliant with GLP documentation standards. Audit trail functionality records operator ID, timestamp, calibration status, and parameter modifications—meeting baseline expectations for FDA 21 CFR Part 11 readiness when deployed within regulated packaging validation workflows. Optional network-enabled data logging allows integration into centralized LIMS platforms via TCP/IP or RS-232 serial interface.
Applications
- Corrugated board production: evaluation of starch adhesive cure efficiency and hot/cold set performance across flute combinations (A, B, C, E, F)
- Paper machine optimization: correlation of wet-end additives (e.g., cationic starch, AKD sizing agents) with dry-strength development
- Recycled fiber processing: assessment of fiber damage impact on interfiber bonding potential after multiple repulping cycles
- Coating and lamination R&D: comparative analysis of adhesive selection (water-based vs. solvent-based) on bond durability under humidity cycling
- Quality assurance in printing operations: pre-press verification of surface bond integrity to prevent dusting, fluffing, or ink transfer failure
- Academic research in pulp and paper science: mechanistic studies linking refining intensity, hornification, and hydrogen bonding density
FAQ
What standard test methods does the DRK182 support?
It is configured to execute TAPPI T 813, ISO 1924-3, and ASTM D828, with customizable test profiles for non-standard geometries.
Can the instrument be used for testing plastic-laminated paperboard?
Yes—provided the laminate layer exhibits cohesive failure at the paper–adhesive interface rather than within the polymer film itself; specimen conditioning per ISO 187 is recommended.
Is third-party calibration certification available?
Drick provides NIST-traceable calibration certificates upon request, valid for 12 months under normal usage conditions.
Does the system meet regulatory requirements for pharmaceutical packaging testing?
While not classified as a GMP-grade instrument out-of-the-box, its data integrity features and audit trail capability enable qualification under ICH Q5E and USP when validated per site-specific SOPs.
What maintenance intervals are recommended?
Load cell verification every 6 months; mechanical alignment check and jaw cleaning after every 500 test cycles; firmware updates issued biannually via secure download portal.
