Testing the Impact Resistance of Plastic Closures with the BIT-1
The BIT-1 by AT2E tests the impact resistance of plastic closures: a steel ball falls freely through a guiding tube and strikes the closure. Impact height and position are adjustable, for glass and PET bottles.
How the BIT-1 test works
A steel ball of specified size and mass (Ø41 ±0.2 mm, 286 ±2 g) is placed in a guiding tube at a set height.
The ball is released and falls freely onto the closure.
The closure is then inspected to determine its impact resistance.
The impact force is determined by the length of the guiding tube and the weight of the steel ball.
Product description
The BIT-1 Ball Impact Tester, developed and manufactured by AT2E, tests the impact resistance of various types of plastic closures. It gives beverage bottlers and cap manufacturers valuable technical data for maintaining and improving product quality and performance.
Key features
Safety design with enclosed test chamber
Design based on the law of conservation of energy, ensuring test accuracy and reliability
Suitable for glass and PET bottles
Adjustable bottle support, compatible with bottles of different sizes
Adjustable impact height with guiding tubes of different heights
Adjustable impact position
High repeatability
Technical specifications
Sample height: 0-350 mm (higher on order)
Sample diameter: Ø0-100 mm (larger on order)
Guiding tube height: 762-1000 mm (higher on order)
Steel ball diameter: Ø41 ±0.2 mm
Steel ball weight: 286 ±2 g
Overall size: 700 (W) x 385 (D) x 1250 (H) mm
Net weight: 25 kg
Frequently asked questions
What is the primary function of the BIT-1 ball impact tester?
The BIT-1 tests the impact resistance of plastic closures by dropping a steel ball from a controlled height, giving bottlers and cap manufacturers a benchmark reference for maintaining and improving closure performance.
What ball specifications and drop heights does the BIT-1 use?
The BIT-1 uses a steel ball of Ø41 ±0.2 mm weighing 286 ±2 g, with a guiding tube height of 762-1000 mm (higher on order) and an adjustable sample height of 0-350 mm.
What sample sizes can the BIT-1 accommodate?
The BIT-1 tests samples up to 100 mm in diameter (larger on order), with overall dimensions of 700 x 385 x 1250 mm and a net weight of 25 kg.
Request a quote
AT2E is an ISO 9001 certified company (AFNOR Certification).
Request a quote: info@at2e.com
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