The test involves weighing an appropriate quantity of the sample and placing it in the cell fitted with either a slotted or perforated plate. In either case, the result is determined by measuring the force required to extrude the sample.

Capacity
101.9 kgf, 1 kN, 225 lbf

Packaging
Includes square test cell, plates and plunger. Must be used in combination with the Base Table for the TAPlus Texture Analyser.

Applications
This fixture may be used to obtain data for food products where an extrusion process is used during processing. Ideally suited for testing beans, fruit fillings, pulses, soft vegetables and snack products.