ST-LAB7 Automatic Torque-Force-Pressure Tester

Overview

Automatic Cap Torque Tester - ST-LAB5

Sure Torque’s ST-LAB7 is multi-purpose full automatic force-torque-pressure tester with FDA CFR21 part 11 compliant user management and audit logging. The instrument is optimized for performing test on:

- Syringes and containers with Luer Lock - ISO 80369, ISO 11040 including pressure tests
- Injector pen devices (Needle-based injection systems for medical use – ISO 11608)

Besides this above special tests the ST-LAB7 is capable for standard closure torque and force testing applications too.
Sure Torque’s ST-LAB series has always been the most automatic closure Torque Tester on the market with the ability to handle the most different container and closure types with quick and easy change over.

Key advantages of the ST-LAB:

• Audit log, user accounts (with configurable access permission) and data management in compliance with FDA CFR 21 Part 11
• Multi-purpose all-in-one testing of:
    o Torque
    o Force
    o Pressure and vacuum
• Multi-level access – operator cannot change the setup parameters or the calibration
• Batch-based memory structure (Year/Month/Day/Batch/Result)
• Unlimited memory capacity – all results of the machine’s life-cycle is stored
• Fully automatic for 100% operator independent testing and enhanced user experience
• Quick testing
• Flexible configurable testing parameters
• Instantly indicates in / over / under range with colors
• Direct statistics on test type/sample type (average, sigma, cpk, in/under/over range)
• Quick and easy overchange between formats without any tool

Application

Automatic Cap Torque Tester - ST-LAB5

Based on the success of Sure Torque’s ST-LAB6 closure torque tester in the pharma industry, we have developed the LAB7 as a special multi-purpose torque-force-pressure tester.
- ST-LAB7 is optimized for following EN ISO 80369-20 tests
    o Annex F (normative) Resistance to separation from axial load test method
    o Annex G (normative) Resistance to separation from unscrewing test method
    o Annex H (normative) Resistance to overriding test method
    o Annex I (normative) Disconnection by unscrewing test method
- ST-LAB7 is capable to be used as a universal test machine for simpler force and torque test purposes
- With further option ST-LAB7 can be upgraded to perform the following EN ISO 80369-20 tests:
    o Annex B (normative) *Leakage by pressure decay test method
    o Annex C (normative) Falling drop positive-pressure liquid leakage test method
    o Annex D (normative) Subatmospheric-pressure air leakage test method

Industries: pharmaceutical
Application sites: laboratory, production
Use: Luer Lock torque testing (torque, force and pressure), Injector pen testing, general clousre torque testing, force testing

Benefits

Automatic Cap Torque Tester - ST-LAB5o All-in-one tester for many standardised test methods that would require several different appliances for testing:
   • torque
   • force
   • pressure and vacuum
o 100% operator independent testing
o All movements are fully automatic (not just the rotation, but also the container and closure gripping)
o Quick testing – test speed can be set on a wide range
o 20 different test receipts for the different products
o Many included test modes
o Multi-level access – operator cannot change the setup parameters or the calibration
o Direct statistical analysis and report creating
o Possibility of adding custom test modes anytime (upgrade-file can be sent in email)
o Automatic batch statistic and report generating
o User management with configurable access permission
o FDA CFR 21 Part 11 compliant audit log and user account management
o Batch based testing with unlimited memory capacity (memory for the machine’s entire life-cycle). Results storing structure: Year/Month/Day/Batch.
o Results can be exported in standard Sure Torque or customer specific format for data collection.
o All-in-one data manager software for all data management options (data manager, data logger,
audit log logger)

Additional Information

Additional Information

Included accessories 1 set of change parts (container clamp and cap collet)
Pc software and communication cables
Calibration kit
Foamed heavy duty transport case
Smartphone requirement No
Android version No
Measuring range +/- 3 Nm / 250 N / 500 kPa
Units of measurement LbfIn, LbfFt, Nm, dNm, Ncm, kgfcm / N, Kg, Lb / kPa
Displayed values Actual, Max1, (Max2), torque-time graph
Accuracy +/- 0,2% F.S.
Safe Overload 120%
Maximum measuring frequency 350 Hz (2.85 ms)
Range analysis Yes – In range / under range / over range
Capable closure types any kind of twist cap
Maximum sample size D100 x 300 mm
Calibration kit included
Operation time No
DC supply DC 24V with included AD110/230 V adapter
Bluetooth range No
Included software Data manager for PC
Memory Unlimited - all te results of the life-cycle are stored
Stored data’s Batch & measurement nr, peak results, date, time, graph, instrument serial number, comment, calibration date, BATCH code, IPC code
Resistance grade IP 54
Language English, German, Hungarian + custom language
Dimensions: Footprint / Height 200x360x480 mm
Net weight 25 kg
Shipping packaging Heavy duty waterproof case as option
Shipping dimensions 35x37x90 cm
Shipping weight depends on packing
Country of Manufacture Hungary
Warranty 3 years

Automatic Cap Torque Tester - ST-LAB5MEASURING WITH THE ST-LAB

The ST-LAB is a user-friendly one-button operation unit, controlled by a PLC.
• Choose a sample type on the touch screen.
• Choose the desired test method on the PLC by using the PLC’s navigation buttons.
• Place the sample (and close the safety door if there is)
• Hit the activation buttons to start a test cycle.
    o The container clamp closes and holds the container tight during the test cycle
    o The testing head sinks to the cap level and grabs the cap
    o The desired test method will be completed
    o The sample will be released
All manipulation forces can be set on a wide range so that you can choose the forces matching the best to your samples and test requirements.
• You can start a new test by hitting the activation buttons
The speed of the test cycle can be set on a wide range, however the slower a test cycle is, the more accurate it is. The internal memory of the plc stores all results of the machine life time with graph and all details which can be imported into a pc. Results can be monitored by on line data collector too.

Basic test options:
1.  Annex F (normative) Resistance to separation from axial load test method
2.  Annex G (normative) Resistance to separation from unscrewing test method
3. Annex H (normative) Resistance to overriding test method
4. Annex I (normative) Disconnection by unscrewing test method
5. Cap release torque test
6. Tensile test

Optional modes (pressure test option)::
7. Annex B (normative) *Leakage by pressure decay test method
8. Annex C (normative) Falling drop positive-pressure liquid leakage test method
9. Annex D (normative) Subatmospheric-pressure air leakage test method

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