Drick DRK219B Touchscreen Full-Automatic Torque Tester
| Brand | Drick |
|---|---|
| Origin | Shandong, China |
| Manufacturer Type | Manufacturer |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Model | DRK219B |
| Price | USD 7,000 (FOB Qingdao) |
Overview
The Drick DRK219B Touchscreen Full-Automatic Torque Tester is an electromechanical instrumentation system engineered for precise, repeatable measurement of cap torque—specifically the breakaway (opening) and application (closing) torque values of threaded closures on rigid packaging containers. It operates on a closed-loop servo-controlled rotational force transduction principle, where a high-accuracy torque sensor (±0.5% FS typical linearity) captures dynamic torsional load during motor-driven cap engagement or disengagement. Designed for compliance-critical environments, the DRK219B supports standardized test protocols aligned with ASTM D3474 (Standard Practice for Calibration and Use of Torque Testers in Package Testing), ISO 8505-1 (Packaging—Measurement of Opening Torque of Screw Closures), and USP guidance on container closure integrity. Its primary functional scope encompasses quality assurance in bottle manufacturing, pharmaceutical secondary packaging validation, and food-grade container release testing—where torque consistency directly correlates with seal integrity, child-resistant functionality, and post-fill stability during distribution.
Key Features
- 7-inch full-color capacitive touchscreen interface with intuitive icon-based navigation and multilingual OS support (English, Spanish, Simplified Chinese)
- Full automation sequence: auto-centering chuck alignment, programmable ramp-up speed (0.5–15 rpm adjustable in 0.1-rpm increments), dwell time control (0–99.9 s), and dual-direction torque acquisition (clockwise/ccw)
- Integrated high-resolution torque transducer (range: 0.01–20 N·m, resolution: 0.001 N·m) with real-time digital signal conditioning and temperature-compensated analog-to-digital conversion
- Motorized vertical positioning system enabling precise Z-axis adjustment (±10 mm travel) to accommodate varying bottle heights (50–300 mm)
- Robust aluminum alloy frame with vibration-dampening base plate and ISO 17025-compliant mechanical architecture for long-term metrological stability
- USB 2.0 host port for firmware updates and external storage; RS-232 serial interface for legacy LIMS integration
Sample Compatibility & Compliance
The DRK219B accommodates standard screw-threaded closures across PET, HDPE, glass, and aluminum containers—including but not limited to 20-mm, 22-mm, 28-mm, 30-mm, and 38-mm neck finishes (per ISO 8317 and ASTM D2968). Custom chucks (sold separately) support tamper-evident bands, induction seals, and dual-seal configurations. All test methods are traceable to NIST-calibrated reference standards. The instrument meets CE marking requirements under Directive 2014/30/EU (EMC) and 2014/35/EU (LVD), and its operational software architecture adheres to ALCOA+ principles for data integrity—supporting electronic signatures, audit trails, and user-level access controls compliant with FDA 21 CFR Part 11 when deployed with validated networked configuration.
Software & Data Management
Embedded firmware includes DRK-TorqueSuite v3.2—a deterministic real-time operating system enabling synchronized torque/time curve capture at ≥100 Hz sampling rate. Data export formats include CSV (for Excel/SPC analysis), PDF test reports (with embedded calibration certificate ID and operator metadata), and XML for automated ingestion into enterprise QMS platforms (e.g., MasterControl, Veeva Vault). Each test record stores raw waveform data, peak torque values (Tmax, Tmin), slope metrics (dτ/dt), and pass/fail status against user-defined upper/lower specification limits (USL/LSL). Audit trail logs capture all parameter modifications, test executions, and user logins with timestamp and IP address (where network-enabled).
Applications
- Pharmaceutical packaging: Validation of child-resistant closures per 16 CFR 1700.20 and verification of peel torque for blister-pull seals
- Food & beverage QA: Monitoring torque drift across production shifts to detect capping machine wear or lubricant degradation
- Contract packaging services: Generating GLP-compliant test documentation for regulatory submissions (e.g., ANDA, MAH dossiers)
- R&D labs: Comparative evaluation of liner material performance (foam, pulp, foil) under accelerated aging conditions (40°C/75% RH × 30 days)
- Supplier qualification: Third-party testing of closure supplier batches against contractual torque specifications (e.g., 1.8 ± 0.3 N·m for 28-mm PP caps)
FAQ
What calibration standards does the DRK219B support?
It accepts NIST-traceable torque calibration kits (e.g., Dillon, Mark-10) with certified uncertainties ≤0.25% of reading; annual recalibration is recommended per ISO/IEC 17025 Clause 6.6.
Can the DRK219B test non-circular containers?
Yes—via optional vacuum-assisted fixturing modules that secure oval or rectangular bottles without slippage during torque application.
Is remote diagnostics available?
Firmware v3.2+ supports secure SSH-based remote troubleshooting via Ethernet; no cloud connectivity or vendor telemetry is enabled by default.
How is measurement uncertainty quantified?
Total expanded uncertainty (k=2) is calculated per GUM (JCGM 100:2008) incorporating transducer accuracy, angular positioning error, thermal drift coefficient (±0.01%/°C), and repeatability (CV ≤1.2% at 5 N·m).
