What are the Common Parameters Measured during the Vacuum Leak Testing Process?

Reviewed by Anurag Mishra (Sr. Technical Consultant)

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With the rising consumption of PET bottles & elongated jars, the demand for higher quality is also subsequent. Such bottles and containers are consumed in a density of millions on a daily basis therefore, it becomes necessary to make sure that the end-user receives a flawless product.

There are certain aspects of measuring the quality of these bottles & containers to attain maximum user satisfaction thus, brand reputation. One of the key aspects of quality measurement is to perform the vacuum leak test. This test enables a manufacturer to measure the leakage in the bottles & containers in order to aid the uncertainties.

Testronix has come up with a high-end lab testing instrument to assist the manufacturers from the PET industry in identifying leakages in the manufactured bottles & containers. The top-notch lab testing instrument is called the vacuum leak tester for bottles.

The vacuum leak tester is designed ergonomically to measure the vacuum leakage and seal integrity of bottles & containers by conducting a vacuum leak test.

The test is conducted by simply placing the manufactured bottle in the dedicated specimen holder called the desiccator. The desiccator is tightened with a gas kit to ensure that no air pressure passes through the outside atmosphere within the chamber.

The air pressure is exerted into the chamber forming a vacuum around the specimen through the PU pipe. The pressure is adjusted through a pressure knob situated at the outside of the instrument.

The dial gauge at the outside enables the operator to monitor the air pressure frequency within the chamber, in case the bottle & the container remain intact and show no signs of leakage of the filled liquid, the specimen is passed. However, if there are leakages at a certain pressure, the specimen fails the vacuum leak test.

There are certain parameters necessary to be taken care of while performing the test with the vacuum leak tester.

Parameters to Consider for Using Vacuum Leak Tester for Bottles

Certain parameters are defined to achieve higher levels of accuracy while conducting the test to measure the leakages in bottles & containers. These parameters must be considered with utmost diligence to gain precise results consistently.

  • The vacuum leak tester for bottles is designed as a bench-top instrument by Testronix for easy portability, therefore, it is a must to install the instrument on an even surface over a table or a bench. Please make sure that the table/ bench is durable enough to withstand the weight of the instrument.
  • It is important to close the pressure valve, once the required value as per the standard guidelines is attained to avoid any accidents.

  • To maintain the longevity of the instrument it is necessary to clean the desiccator bowl as well as the walls of the desiccator in case of any leakage of the liquid.
  • Make sure that the specimen that is being used is filled with liquid up to an optimum level to create a vacuum affecting the walls of the specimen, resulting in leakage if the walls are not strong enough.
  • It is also highly important to keep your hands away from the desiccator during the course of the vacuum leak test in order to avoid any external atmosphere affecting the vacuum being created inside the desiccator.
  • Always remember to press the pass/ fail button as per the observation, followed by the inspection of the operator towards the specimen, once the testing is completed to record the results and keep track of the analyzed results in the future for comparison purposes.
  • To ensure maximum safety, it is mandatory to read the manual and quick start guide including safety instructions to avoid fatal accidental situations due to the electrical devices and moving parts installed within the instrument.
  • Make sure that the instrument is placed near an electrical output that supports power plugs for a continuous flow of electricity at all times while the vacuum leak test is under process.

How Testronix Solves the Issue of Finding Leakages in PET Bottles

This vacuum leak tester for bottles designed by Testronix simplifies the answer to the budding question – How to find vacuum leaks in bottles?

  • This instrument makes the testing a single-handed task for the operator because of its ability to conduct automatic testing through the easy vacuum mechanism incorporated within the desiccator to ensure consistency.
  • The provision of a pass/ fail button enables the operator to keep track of recorded results and critically examine the comparison between the previous and the currently generated values.

  • This instrument also aids the operator with a variable timer facility that enables the operator to view the results in different parameters such as hours, minutes & seconds.
  • The association of the pressure valve on the outside of this instrument, allows the operator to simply control the exertion of air pressure within the desiccator.
  • The stainless steel construction of the instrument provides a corrosion-resistant finish to this equipment, ensuring the long-term durability of the instrument.
  • The vacuum leak tester price makes this equipment a very cost-efficient method to test the leakage of bottles & containers.

These are some of the high-end features possessed by the vacuum leak tester for bottles. These features are the foremost reason for the assurance of manufacturers of the PET bottle industry.

Buy Yourself a Vacuum Leak Tester for Bottles

This high-end lab testing instrument helps the manufacturers assess the leakage and seal integrity of bottles & containers in order to ensure maximum consumer satisfaction. If you also want to enhance the quality of your manufactured products, get your hands on this vacuum leak tester for bottles. The instrument is an answer to the prevailing question – How to find vacuum leaks in bottles. Seek more information on our website or contact us at +91 9313140140 or e-mail us at info@testronixinstruments.com.

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