Lloyd Instruments TAPLUS Series
Texture Analysis Material Tester
The Lloyd Instruments TAPLUS Series digital material testing machine is idealfor food testing and texture analysis up to 225 lbf (1 kN). It is idealfor the lab or production environment. The TAPLUS tester usesinterchangeable XLC Series loadcells for load measurement.
TheTAPLUS features and innovative design that maximizes working space andsimplifies operation and maintenance. The large work area and deep 7inch (175mm) throat accommodates large specimens and can be suppliedwith a standard universal eye end, stainless steel drip tray, base table and 0.5-inch cylinder probe.An impressive 0.05 to 1270mm/min (0.002 to 50 in/min) crosshead speedmakes it ideal for difficult applications including creep tests orconstant load holding tests. The machine includes standard pass/failcapabilities and statistics.
TheTAPLUS displays load and extension information on a high visibility LCDconsole with integral membrane keypad. The machine’s intuitive firmwaredisplays prompts and menus that guide the user through setup, operationand maintenance functions. Passwords may be used to limit functions toauthorized users. Information can be displayed in multiple languagesincluding English, French, German, Italian and Danish.
TheTAPLUS can be used to test a variety of bakery, confectionery, dairy,cereals, dough, pasta and meat products and used to determine textureanalysis characteristics including:
- Adhesiveness
- Brittleness
- Chewiness
- Cohesiveness
- Extensibility
- Fibrousness
- Firmness
- Fracturability
- Hardness
- Stickiness
- Springiness
- Stiffness
- Stringiness
- Tackiness
- Toughness
Load Capacity
225 lbf (1 kN)
Load Measurement System
XLC Series Loadcell Sensors