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What Is the Formula to Calculate Bursting Factor and Index?
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Gaurav Malhotra
15-10-2024
Bursting factor (BF) and Bursting index (BI) are important quality parameters used in packaging industry. There are a lot of subsequent decisions that depend on these two parameters. To Calculate the Carton BF and BI, you first need to measure the burst strength of the packaging material. Once you get the burst value, using the below-mentioned calculation, BF and BI can be derived. To evaluate the effect of burst forces on a material, Bursting Strength Tester is used. Once you get the burst value, using the below-mentioned calculation, BF and BI can be derived.
Burst factor = Burst strength (gf/cm2) / Grammage (gf/m2)
Burst Index = Burst strength (kPa) / Grammage (gf/m2)
Where,
kPa = kilopascal,
Kgf = kilogram force
Gf = Gram Force
Grammage = Base weight in units of gf/m2
Burst Strength of materials tells about the property of the material to bear the stress when an external pressure is applied to it. Following are steps involved in measuring the strength:
- Prepare a circular sample of dimensions larger than the annular clamp. The dimensions of the sample are very important so that it does not slip during the testing.
- Clamp the sample appropriate on the annular clamp
- Using the ‘push to burst’ switch to apply the hydraulic pressure on the sample.
- The pressure is applied via a rubber diaphragm which inflates when hydraulic pressure is increased.
- The point at which sample burst, the Bursting Strength tester notes down the pressure applied.
Key features:
• Single push button operation to get rid of multiple key functions, saving your time
• Microprocessor based screen for live test record display
• Memory space for holding up to 9 test reading
• Highly accurate test results under multidirectional force
• Strong hold of specimen assured with tough gripping clamps
• Grooved structure of test specimen holder to avoid slippage and intact holding of specimen
• No slippage ensured in case specimen is tightened uniformly using operating wheel
Advantages & Benefits of Bursting Strength Tester
- Ensures superior quality of packaging materials by accurately measuring burst strength
- Helps manufacturers determine the durability and pressure-bearing capacity of cartons and corrugated boxes
- Reduces product damage during storage, handling, and transportation
- Assists in calculating accurate Bursting Factor (BF) and Bursting Index (BI) values
- Improves overall packaging performance and customer satisfaction
- Supports compliance with international testing standards such as ASTM and ISO
- Provides highly precise and repeatable test results under multidirectional pressure
- Minimizes material rejection rates by identifying weak packaging materials in advance
- Enhances quality control processes in packaging and paper industries
- User-friendly operation with single push button functionality saves testing time
- Strong gripping clamps prevent specimen slippage and ensure accurate testing
- Digital microprocessor-based display enables live monitoring and better data analysis
- Memory storage feature helps retain multiple test readings for easy comparison
- Suitable for various industries including paper, packaging, textile, and corrugated box manufacturing
- Helps manufacturers optimize material selection and reduce packaging costs
- Increases reliability and safety of packaged products during transit and export operations
Presto Bursting Strength Tester is Universally acclaimed with Test Standards of ASTM D 3786-01, ASTM D 3786 – 80A, ISO 1060 PART-1 1987. Bursting Factor helps to determine the durability of an item after experiencing extreme external or internal pressure. This way the manufacturers can assure that the material tested can go for a long time period without any failure. Bursting Index whereas is a part of technical research test data.
If you are looking for Bursting Strength Tester price then you can consult with us. We are considered to be the leading Bursting Strength Tester manufacturers that will provide you with high quality testing instruments to ensure zero rejections rates from your customers. To know more information about its features, price, and technical specifications, give us a call at +91 9210903903 or email us at info@prestogroup.com.
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