The PTB 311E „3-in-1“ tablet hardness testing instrument is doubtless one of the most popular instruments for measuring
thickness up to 15mm,
diameter (or Length) up to 40mm (optional 70 mm), and
hardness up to 300N (optional up to 500N).
The PTB 311E is designed in compliance with the USP and EP monographs. The actual design includes the possibility to enter a product code and and a date and ttime stamp onto each protocol.
A variety of tablet thickness test jaws are available for differently shaped tablets. Connect a PCL5 laser printer to print reports of the actual test including statistical information as well as of the adjustment and calibration data. A dot matrix printer may be used to get a force curve print-out or use the optional PTB32 software for result presentation. Full calibration and validation programs are included.