FTM-50

Computerized Food Texture Analyzer

The FTM-50 Computerized Texture Analyzer is designed to analyze properties related to the texture of foods in general — pet foods, fruits, snacks, meats, vegetables, fish and more — with analysis software TPA (Texture Profile Analysis). It features the most advanced and reliable electromechanical test framework with ball circulation spindle.

The computerized control system allows closed-loop control of parameters such as test force, specimen deformation and crosshead travel, realising test diagrams, curves and reports in real time on the PC screen. Closed-loop control through the METROTEST software makes cyclical tests possible. Through simple connection with different accessories and test tools, tests can be carried out on various food products, cosmetics and food packaging to suit your quality control and research needs.

Key Features

• Maximum force capacity: 1kN.
• Single column electromechanical drive.
• Interchangeable load cells (not included as standard): 1kN, 500N, 250N, 100N, 50N, 10N.
• Force measurement accuracy: ≤ ±0.5% (class 0.5).
• Displacement resolution: 0.001mm.
• Standard test speeds: 0.5–1000mm/min.
• RS-232 output interface with converter to USB.
• Testing software with basic statistics and TPA texture profile analysis.
• Overloads up to 120% of nominal force without affecting measurement precision.

Applications

Configure the FTM-50 with a wide range of accessories and test tools — cylindrical, conical and spherical probes, “Ottawa” extrusion probe, “Magness Taylor” probes and more — for testing sausages, salamis, soft candy, fruit, cosmetics and food packaging integrity. Meets or exceeds ISO 7500-1, ASTM-E4, EN 10002-2, BS 1610, DIN 51221 and ISO 6892.

Talk to the Techotrix team to find out whether the FTM-50 is the right texture analyzer for your application.