THT500 Tablet Hardness Tester
Precision Testing for Tablet Quality Control
The THT500 Tablet Hardness Tester is a high-precision instrument designed to evaluate the critical physical properties of pharmaceutical tablets. Combining advanced force measurement technology with intuitive operation, the THT500 accurately measures tablet breaking force (hardness), thickness, diameter, width, and weight (using an optional external balance).
Suitable for research laboratories, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and quality control environments, the THT500 delivers fast, reliable, and repeatable results to help ensure product consistency and compliance with quality standards.
Applications
The THT500 is designed for testing the physical characteristics of pharmaceutical tablets, including:
- Tablet breaking force (hardness)
- Thickness
- Diameter
- Width
- Weight (with optional external balance)
It is ideal for pharmaceutical manufacturers, formulation development laboratories, contract testing laboratories, universities, and quality assurance departments.
Product Overview
The THT500 is a versatile tablet hardness tester developed to accurately assess the mechanical strength and dimensional characteristics of tablets. The breaking force test—commonly referred to as the tablet hardness test—features a measurement range of up to 500 N, with user-selectable testing speeds (mm/s) and force application rates (N/s) to accommodate a wide variety of tablet formulations.
In addition to hardness testing, the instrument measures tablet thickness, diameter, and width, while tablet weight can be recorded using an optional external balance. This comprehensive testing capability enables efficient quality control using a single instrument.
Designed for everyday laboratory use, the THT500 combines precision engineering with an ergonomic, space-saving design to improve workflow and testing efficiency.
Key Features
High-Precision Tablet Testing
The THT500 accurately measures multiple tablet parameters, including:
- Breaking force (hardness) up to 500 N
- Thickness
- Diameter
- Width
- Weight (via optional external balance)
Programmable test speeds and force application rates allow testing to be tailored to individual product specifications.
Sustainable Design
The THT500 has been engineered with sustainability in mind. Its design minimises the number of components while incorporating reusable materials wherever possible, helping reduce environmental impact without compromising performance or durability.
Ergonomic and Portable
A built-in recessed carrying handle makes the THT500 easy to transport between laboratories or production areas. Its compact footprint allows convenient placement on laboratory benches while maintaining excellent stability during testing.
Clear Visibility and Enhanced Operator Safety
A transparent protective hatch allows operators to observe the entire testing process while providing added safety during measurement. The clear viewing window ensures excellent visibility without interfering with operation.
Interchangeable Guiding Plates
Dual-sided interchangeable guiding plates accommodate a wide variety of tablet shapes and sizes.
The flat and grooved guide surfaces assist with correct tablet positioning, ensuring accurate alignment and consistent measurement results across different tablet geometries.
Celeste Software Integration
The THT500 is compatible with Celeste software, providing a comprehensive platform for laboratory data management, analysis, reporting, and regulatory compliance.
Celeste offers:
- Secure data collection and storage
- Advanced data analysis and reporting
- Electronic signatures
- Comprehensive audit trails
- User access management
- Database mapping and migration
- Compliance with 21 CFR Part 11 for electronic records and signatures
The software helps laboratories maintain data integrity, traceability, and regulatory compliance while streamlining quality assurance workflows.
Benefits
- Measures tablet hardness up to 500 N
- Adjustable test speed and force application rate
- Measures thickness, diameter, and width
- Supports tablet weight measurement via optional external balance
- High accuracy and repeatability
- Compact, ergonomic design
- Integrated carrying handle for portability
- Transparent safety hatch for improved visibility
- Dual-sided interchangeable guiding plates
- Compatible with Celeste data management software
- Supports 21 CFR Part 11 compliance
- Ideal for pharmaceutical research, manufacturing, and quality control
Typical Industries
- Pharmaceutical manufacturing
- Nutraceutical production
- Contract testing laboratories
- Research and development
- Universities and research institutions
- Quality control laboratories
- Regulatory testing facilities