PTB-M is a manual hardness testing instrument for tablets. The instrument is made in strict compliance with the EP <2.9.8> and USP <1217> Pharmacopoeia. PTB-M is very easy to use. Simply place the sample on the testing platform and rotate the knob manually. The jaw will move and force will be applied to the sample. The force is monitored electronically and displayed at the moment of breakage.

Advantages:
>> Compact, portable instrument
>> Features the same high quality force sensor as other Pharma Test hardness testers
>> Very easy to use, immediate results
>> Entry of time and date
>> Can be operated by 9V battery or using supplied power adapter
>> Select result display unit from Newton (N), Kilopond (Kp), StrongCobb (Sc) and Pounds (Lb)
>> Documentation of all results using the optional PT-RP80 report printer
>> Easy to calibrate