HDT VICAT Tester Thermal Deformation and Vicat Softening Point Testing Equipment for Plastic Material Scientific Research
Summary:
The Thermal Deformation & Vicat Softening Temperature Tester is specifically engineered to determine the heat distortion temperature (HDT) and Vicat softening temperature (VST) of thermoplastic materials. It is widely applied in plastic raw material production, product quality control, scientific research institutions, and academic teaching scenarios.
Core Product Advantages
- Structural & Performance Highlights: Boasts a compact structure, sleek design, and reliable long-term performance. Equipped with integrated fume and odor exhaust functionality and a built-in cooling system, it effectively eliminates pollutant emissions during testing, ensuring a clean operating environment.
- Advanced Control System: Adopts a high-performance MCU (Microcontroller Unit) control system, enabling automatic temperature and deformation measurement, real-time data monitoring, and automatic test result calculation. It supports storage of up to 10 sets of test data for easy retrieval and comparison.
Operation & Interface Features
- The instrument is fitted with a color touch screen featuring an English operating interface, supporting fully automatic measurement for streamlined operation.
- It offers flexible connectivity options, compatible with computers and printers for computer-based control. The accompanying test software features a Windows-based English interface, integrating core functions including automatic measurement, real-time curve display, data storage, and print output—facilitating efficient data analysis and report generation.
Standards adopted:
ISO75, ISO306, GB/T1633, GB/T1634, GB/T8802, ASTM D1525, ASTM D648
Technical Parameter:
| Temperature control range: room temperature | ~300℃ |
| Heating rate | (120±10)℃/h , (50±5)℃/h |
| Maximum temperature error | ±0.5℃ |
| Deformation measurement range | 0~3mm |
| Maximum deformation measurement error | ±0.005mm |
| Accuracy of the deformation measurement | ±0.01mm |
| Sample holder (test stations) | 4 |
| The span of sample supports | 64mm,100mm |
| Load bar and press (needle) weight | 71g |
| supply voltage | 220V±10% 10A 50Hz |
| heating power | 3kW |
Support and Services:
To safeguard the peak operational performance and maximize uptime of your HDT/VICAT Testing Machine, we deliver end-to-end technical support and professional after-sales services tailored to your testing workflow needs.
Professional On-Site Installation & Commissioning
Our team of certified technicians provides on-site installation, system calibration, and equipment commissioning. We also offer customized operator training, covering standard operating procedures (SOPs), safety protocols, and basic troubleshooting skills—ensuring your team can operate the instrument accurately and efficiently from the first day of use.
Customized Scheduled Preventive Maintenance
We provide scheduled preventive maintenance programs tailored to your equipment usage frequency and operating environment. Core services include inspection of critical components, calibration verification (traceable to international standards), lubrication of moving parts, and assessment of wear-resistant components. These proactive measures effectively mitigate potential failures, minimize unplanned downtime, and sustain long-term consistent testing precision.
Rapid Troubleshooting & Technical Support
Our dedicated technical support team offers timely assistance for issue diagnosis and resolution. Support is accessible via multiple channels: phone, email, or remote access (for real-time problem-solving). For complex on-site technical faults, we will dispatch certified technicians to your location for efficient troubleshooting and repairs, ensuring minimal disruption to your quality control or R&D testing workflows.
Packing and Shipping:
The HDT/VICAT Testing Machine is packaged in export-grade wooden crates—a robust solution engineered to ensure complete safety and structural integrity during international transit. The crates are internally lined with shock-absorbing bubble wrap and high-density foam, effectively shielding the instrument from external impacts, vibrations, and other potential transit damages.
Prior to crating, the machine is hermetically wrapped in moisture-proof plastic film to prevent moisture intrusion, which could compromise the precision components (e.g., sensors, control modules) of the testing equipment. Each crate is affixed with detailed shipping labels specifying the exact package contents, gross/net weight, handling precautions, and destination information—facilitating efficient customs clearance and compliant logistics processing.
For final delivery, the packaged machine is dispatched via reputable international logistics carriers (e.g., UPS, FedEx) with a proven track record in transporting high-value precision equipment. This ensures reliable, on-time shipping while minimizing the risk of mishandling or transit delays.
FAQ:
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Q1: What is the HDT/VICAT Testing Machine (Model: XRW-300)?
A1: The HDT/VICAT Testing Machine (Model: XRW-300) is a precision thermal performance testing instrument manufactured by TH, with its manufacturing base in Beijing, China. It is specifically engineered to determine the Vicat Softening Temperature (VST) of thermosetting plastics, adhering to international testing standard requirements.
Q2: What core advantages does the HDT/VICAT Testing Machine offer?
A2: The instrument integrates professional performance and user-centric design with key advantages:
- Delivers high-precision, repeatable test results (consistent with standard tolerance requirements) for reliable data support;
- Features user-friendly operation and an intuitive human-machine interface (HMI), minimizing operator training time;
- Requires minimal maintenance, reducing long-term operational costs while ensuring stable performance.
Q3: What are the key technical parameters of the HDT/VICAT Testing Machine?
A3: Equipped with a microcomputer-based control system, the core technical parameters are as follows:
- Temperature control accuracy: ±0.5°C;
- Temperature measurement range: Ambient temperature to 300°C;
- Heating rate: 50°C/h or 120°C/h (switchable to meet diverse testing standard specifications).
Q4: Which materials are compatible with this HDT/VICAT Testing Machine?
A4: It is specifically designed for testing thermosetting plastics, including but not limited to polyester resin, epoxy resin, unsaturated polyester resin, phenolic resin, and polyurethane.
Q5: What is the warranty policy for the HDT/VICAT Testing Machine?
A5: TH provides a 12-month official warranty for the HDT/VICAT Testing Machine (Model: XRW-300). During the warranty period, we offer free technical support and replacement of defective components caused by manufacturing faults (under normal operating conditions) to ensure uninterrupted testing workflows.


