How does the Mullen Burst Tester work?

Labtron’s Mullen Burst Tester works by clamping a sample between two circular platens and applying uniform hydraulic pressure through a flexible rubber diaphragm. As the pressure increases, the sample stretches and eventually bursts. The tester records the exact pressure at which the rupture occurs, giving an accurate measurement of the material's bursting strength. The test results help manufacturers evaluate the durability and reliability of their materials.

What makes this Mullen Burst Tester different from other burst testers?

Our Mullen Burst Tester stands out due to its high precision, user-friendly interface, and advanced digital technology. It features an LCD display for easy result interpretation, an integrated thermal printer for instant documentation, and multiple unit options (Kg/cm², kPa, lb/in²). Additionally, its disintegration accuracy is 100 times higher than gauge-type testers, meaning it provides a more detailed analysis of material failure compared to traditional burst testers.

Can the Mullen Burst Tester be used for packaging materials?

Yes, it is widely used in the packaging industry to test the strength of paper, corrugated board, and cardboard. Packaging manufacturers rely on this tester to ensure their materials can withstand external forces during storage and transportation. The higher burst strength indicates a stronger and more durable packaging material, reducing the risk of damage to goods.

Does this Mullen Burst Tester support different pressure measurement units?

Yes, the Mullen Burst Tester allows users to select from multiple units, including kg/cm², kPa, and lbf/in². This flexibility ensures that industries using different measurement standards can easily interpret the results without the need for manual conversions.

Is the Mullen Burst Tester easy to operate?

Yes, our Mullen Burst Tester features a 3.2-inch dot matrix LCD display, which provides clear instructions and test results. Additionally, it has an automated pressure application system and an integrated thermal printer for quick result documentation. These user-friendly features make the tester easy to use, even for operators with minimal technical knowledge.

Mullen Burst Tester LMBT-A12

Name: Mullen Burst Tester LMBT-A12
Brand: Labtron
SKU: LMBT-A12
Rating: 4.8 (998 reviews)

Mullen Burst Tester LMBT-A12 has a measurement range that varies from 50 to 1200 kPa for standard paper, with an optional range of 250 to 5600 kPa for paperboard. It features a 3.2-inch, 320 × 240 dot matrix LCD that provides clear readings. The tester allows recording data curves at regular intervals and also, multiple data sets can be viewed. Additionally, it records the maximum rupture strength value automatically. Our tester measures the bursting resistance of various materials, including single or multi-layer paper, cloth, film, and more.

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Measuring Range	Standard: 50 to 1200 kPa (paper) Optional: 250 to 5600 kPa (paperboard)
Indicating Accuracy	Up to ± 0.5%
Resolution	0.1 kPa
Clamping Force	400 kPa to 1200 kPa (adjustable)
Upper Disk Diameter	30.5 ± 0.1 mm
Lower Disk Diameter	33.1 ± 0.1 mm
Distortion Error	Up to 1 mm
Pressure of Adhesive Film Convex Disk	(9 ± 0.2) mm/ (30 ± 5) kPa
Oil Delivery Speed	95 ± 5 mL/min
Concentricity of Upper and Lower Discs	Up to 0.25 mm
Unit Exchange	Kg/cm2, kPa, lbf/in2
Display	3.2 inch 320 × 240 dot matrix LCD Display
Printout	Modular-all-in-one Thermal printer
Permissible Temperature	20 ± 10℃
Permissible Humidity	Up to 85%

High degree of disintegration
High-precision measurement
Wide testing range
Adjustable clamping force
Multiple unit options
User-friendly interface

Our Mullen Burst Tester LMBT-A12 measures the bursting resistance of paper, cardboard, textiles, and more, ensuring quality control in packaging and manufacturing. It helps assess material strength for industry compliance.

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Available Range :

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B (1 to 12) J indicating error ± 0.05 J
C (1 to 24) J indicating error ± 0.05 J
D (1 to 48) J indicating error ± 0.05 J
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B file: 500 to 1000 J/m² Mullen Burst Tester LMBT-A12 : Standard: 50 to 1200 kPa (paper)
Optional: 250 to 5600 kPa (paperboard)

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Sample Quantity : 10 (single layer)
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Mullen Burst Tester LMBT-A12 FAQ's

Labtron’s Mullen Burst Tester works by clamping a sample between two circular platens and applying uniform hydraulic pressure through a flexible rubber diaphragm. As the pressure increases, the sample stretches and eventually bursts. The tester records the exact pressure at which the rupture occurs, giving an accurate measurement of the material's bursting strength. The test results help manufacturers evaluate the durability and reliability of their materials.
Our Mullen Burst Tester stands out due to its high precision, user-friendly interface, and advanced digital technology. It features an LCD display for easy result interpretation, an integrated thermal printer for instant documentation, and multiple unit options (Kg/cm², kPa, lb/in²). Additionally, its disintegration accuracy is 100 times higher than gauge-type testers, meaning it provides a more detailed analysis of material failure compared to traditional burst testers.
Yes, it is widely used in the packaging industry to test the strength of paper, corrugated board, and cardboard. Packaging manufacturers rely on this tester to ensure their materials can withstand external forces during storage and transportation. The higher burst strength indicates a stronger and more durable packaging material, reducing the risk of damage to goods.
Yes, the Mullen Burst Tester allows users to select from multiple units, including kg/cm², kPa, and lbf/in². This flexibility ensures that industries using different measurement standards can easily interpret the results without the need for manual conversions.
Yes, our Mullen Burst Tester features a 3.2-inch dot matrix LCD display, which provides clear instructions and test results. Additionally, it has an automated pressure application system and an integrated thermal printer for quick result documentation. These user-friendly features make the tester easy to use, even for operators with minimal technical knowledge.