Drick DRK101PC Intelligent Tensile Tester for Pressure-Sensitive Adhesives
| Brand | Drick |
|---|---|
| Origin | Shandong, China |
| Manufacturer Type | Direct Manufacturer |
| Model | DRK101PC |
| Instrument Type | Electromechanical Tensile Testing Machine |
| Maximum Test Load | 5 kN |
| Selectable Load Cells | 100 N / 500 N / 1000 N / 5000 N |
| Force Accuracy | Better than Class 0.5 per ISO 7500-1 |
| Crosshead Travel | 400 mm (customizable) |
| Displacement Resolution | 0.001 mm |
Overview
The Drick DRK101PC Intelligent Tensile Tester is a precision electromechanical testing system engineered for high-reproducibility mechanical characterization of pressure-sensitive adhesives (PSAs), flexible packaging materials, thin films, papers, foils, and elastomeric substrates. It operates on the principle of controlled uniaxial tensile deformation under constant-rate crosshead motion—compliant with fundamental standards including ISO 7500-1 (static calibration of force-measuring systems), ASTM E4 (load verification), and ISO 527 (tensile testing of plastics). Designed for laboratory and quality control environments, the system integrates a high-rigidity load frame, precision ball-screw transmission, and closed-loop servo control to ensure stable force application, minimal hysteresis, and traceable measurement integrity across its full dynamic range.
Key Features
- High-accuracy force measurement using calibrated, interchangeable load cells (100 N, 500 N, 1000 N, or 5000 N)—each certified to better than Class 0.5 accuracy per ISO 7500-1.
- Ball-screw-driven crosshead with low-backlash design and imported servo motor, enabling smooth, quiet operation and precise speed control across the full test range.
- 0.001 mm displacement resolution via high-resolution encoder feedback, supporting accurate elongation, strain, and deformation quantification.
- Adjustable crosshead travel up to 400 mm (standard), extendable upon request to accommodate specialized specimen geometries or multi-stage protocols.
- Integrated 10.1-inch LCD touchscreen interface with embedded Windows-based control software—supporting real-time load–displacement curve visualization, automatic peak detection, and point-of-failure annotation.
- Full compliance with automated safety functions: overload protection, emergency stop, auto-return-to-initial-position, and power-loss memory retention.
Sample Compatibility & Compliance
The DRK101PC accommodates standardized specimens per multiple international test methods—including GB/T 12914 (paper tensile strength), GB/T 2792 (peel adhesion), ASTM D3330 (PSA peel), ASTM D882 (thin plastic film tensile), ISO 37 (vulcanized rubber), and JIS P8113 (paper and board). With standard 30 mm jaw width (50 mm optional), manual pneumatic or mechanical clamping, and modular fixture adaptability, it supports tensile, 90°/180° peel, tear (trouser-type), shear, puncture, seal strength (ASTM F88), and low-speed unwind force testing. All hardware and firmware are designed to meet GLP and GMP documentation requirements, with audit-trail-capable data logging aligned with FDA 21 CFR Part 11 principles where configured with networked PC control.
Software & Data Management
The proprietary DRK-TS v3.x software provides comprehensive test definition, execution, and post-processing capabilities. Users define test parameters—including pre-load, extension rate, hold duration, break criteria, and cycle repetition—via intuitive graphical workflows. Raw data are stored in timestamped, encrypted binary files (.drk) with metadata embedding instrument ID, operator, calibration status, environmental conditions (if connected to optional sensors), and test method reference. Statistical outputs include mean, standard deviation, coefficient of variation, and confidence intervals; comparative analysis enables overlay of up to 12 curves, group-wise ANOVA-ready export (CSV, XLSX), and customizable report templates compliant with internal SOPs or external accreditation bodies (e.g., CNAS, ILAC-MRA).
Applications
The DRK101PC serves as a core platform for physical property validation in R&D, production QA, and regulatory submission support. Typical use cases include: tensile strength and elongation at break of BOPP, PET, PE, and metallized films; peel adhesion energy of labeling tapes and medical transdermal patches; shear resistance of structural PSAs under sustained load; burst strength of pouch seals; puncture resistance of blister lidding; and delamination force of laminated flexible packaging. Its versatility extends to fiber-based substrates (e.g., tissue, filter paper), metallic foils (Al, Cu), and elastomeric components used in automotive interior bonding and consumer electronics assembly.
FAQ
What standards does the DRK101PC comply with for adhesive testing?
It supports ASTM D3330, ASTM D1000, GB/T 2792, GB/T 7122, ISO 29862, and JIS Z 0237 for peel, shear, and tack evaluation.
Can the system perform multi-cycle fatigue testing?
Yes—software-defined cyclic loading profiles (tension-compression, tension-hold-relax) are supported with programmable dwell times and amplitude limits.
Is calibration traceability provided with the instrument?
Each unit ships with a factory calibration certificate traceable to NIM (China National Institute of Metrology); optional UKAS or DAkkS-certified third-party calibration is available.
Does the DRK101PC support networked data export for LIMS integration?
Yes—via Ethernet TCP/IP, it supports HL7 and ASTM E1384-compliant data streaming to laboratory information management systems.
What is the recommended maintenance interval?
Biannual verification of force and displacement systems is advised; annual full recalibration is recommended for ISO/IEC 17025-accredited labs.
