Brookfield CT3-100 Texture Analyzer

Features & Benefits

Choice of five load ranges up to 50kg
A variety of probes and accessories for new application opportunities
Choice of two adjustable base tables allows for for versatility of sample testing
Six available test modes plus a calibration check
Stores up to 10 additional customized test methods
Easy-to-read display and easy-to-use, intuitive controls
Provides a ” real life ” insight into physical properties
Texture Profile Analysis ( TPA) specific for the Food Industry
USB and RS232 outputs
Conforms fully with GME and GMIA monographs for gelatin Bloom assessment; includes built-in Bloom Test function
Gelatin Bath System available for sample conditioning
Easiest-to-use Texture Analyzer in its class
Supplied with Texture Loader software to allow creation of up to 10 customized tests
Can be used with optional software, TexturePro CT, to easily create custom reports and graphs

Typical Applications

Non-Food Applications

Adhesives
Asphalt
Candles
Cosmetics
Creams
Detergent
Foams
Gre ase
Gum
Packaging
Paint
Personal Care
Polymers
Rubber Sealants
Silicone
Soap
Sponges
Wax

Food Applications

Biscuits
Bread
Butter
Cakes
Candies
Cheese
Chocolate
Confectio nery
Cookies
Crackers
Fruits
Gels/ Gelatin
Margarines
Meat Products
Pet Foods
Pudding
Sauces
Snack Foods
Spread
Starch
Surimi

Parameters Measured

Elasticity
Hardness
Cohesiveness
Burst Strength
Breaking Point
Fracturability
Gel Strength

Ripeness
Yield Point
Spreadability
Tackiness
Consistency
Relaxation
Pliability
Adhesiveness
Firmness

MODEL Load
CT3-100
Range/ Resolution*
0-100g/ 0.01g

g= grams kg= kilograms * Accuracy= ± 0.5%
Full Scale Range ( FSR)

ALL CT3 MODEL SPECIFICATIONS
Speed:
Range 0.01-0.1mm/ s*
0.1-10mm/ s* *
Accuracy ± 0.1% of set speed
Position:
Range 0-101.6mm
Resolution 0.1mm* * *
Accuracy 0.1mm
m= millimeter s= seconds
* Increments of 0.01mm/ s
* * Increments of 0.1mm/ s
* * * Resolution 0.01mm when used with
TexturePro CT Software