F0028 (10kN) - Foam Compression Tester ISSUE 1

Product details

The IDM Foam Compression Tester is used for determining the deflection force of flexible 

cellular polyurethane.   The ILD or IFD of flexible cellular polyurethane is a common test, 

as per ASTM, ISO, AS, BS international standards.  

This instrument offers a variety of software features that allows programming of many 

parameters, using the Universal Tester program developed by IDM Instruments Pty Ltd®.  

This software package allows the operator to conduct a large range of tests with an 

almost limitless array of test parameters and displayed test information when used with a 

compatible PC Test Configurations are prepared for each test type.  This procedure is then 

fully automated. 

The test scripts as well as the operating parameters are entered in the Configuration Panel 

to run a test.  Values including the test type, sample piece, sample size, standard reference 

ａnd many more values can all be entered and also saved to be retrieved at a later stage.    

The Software Program for the Foam Compression. Tester is automatic.  Once the Test.

Benefits:
• 5 pre-programmed testing procedures
• Bench top operation
• Printable reports
• Easy to use
• Fast results
• Accurate

Features:
• Loading System – closed loop micro computer which drives a ball screw and nut for its 

vertical movement.
• Load Cell Range: 10kN x 1N
• Travel (mm) approx.: 200mm x 0.1mm
• Speed (mm/min) 1 to 500 mm/min
• Return Speed (mm/min) 500mm/min
• Speed Accuracy better than +0.5%
• Load auto-zeroing
• Safety function for overloading provided
• Max. Stroke Limiter upper/lower – 2 points
• Compression platens area: 400mm x 400mm
• 322 ± 2cm² circular in