Permeation

PERMATRAN-W 101K WVTR Analyzer

Description Features Specifications Application

The PERMATRAN-W® 101K is a 6-cell instrument allowing you to test up to 6 samples at the same conditions simultaneously. The unique design allows accurate true permeation measurement through the samples that reflect real-life situations.

High Accuracy

  • Unique RH control allows repeatable testing to ASTM D6701
  • Measures transmission rate of water vapor or moisture vapor through the porous and breathable polymer membranes, polymer coated thin paper, and thin polymer nonwoven.
  • Measure WVTR of higher-level transmitters up to 101,000 g/(m2*day)
  • Precise temperature measurement and control

High Throughput

  • Test breathable membranes, coated paper and more
  • Unique test method is faster and more accurate than Gravimetric Methods
  • Parallel testing of 6 samples at a time

The PERMATRAN-W 101K is designed to test the Water Vapor Transmission Rate (WVTR or MVTR) on breathable barriers efficiently and accurately. Testing highly permeable materials with the traditional Gravimetric method is subject to driving force issues caused by an air gap that leads to inconsistent and erroneous test results. The 101K WVTR analyzer utilizes a modified inverted water cup concept that eliminates the air gap problem and maintains constant 100% RH throughout the test period providing accurate and repeatable results. Designed for high transmitter barriers this analyzer provides test results from 500 to 101,000 g/(m2*day) while conforming to the ASMT D6701 standard that is specific written for this instrumental method.

The instrument has an easy to use operator interface and can be connected to other MOCON instruments providing centralized control and monitoring of multiple instruments. It has fully adjustable temperature control with flow and barometric pressure correction capabilities.

For more than 25 years, MOCON’s PERMATRAN series of instruments have been the most trusted and longest lasting on the market. The 101K offers accurate water vapor permeation measurement for those breathable barriers not easily tested by other methods.

High Throughput
  • Integrated 6-cell test head for parallel testing of 6 samples at the same time
  • Compact test chamber area is easy to load
  • Consistent test conditions across all 6 cells
  • Single clamp provides repeatable results
Simple user interface
  • Overview dashboard screen provides the status of all cells at a glance
  • Automatically generated test reports contain complete test data and conditions for all 6 cells
  • One control system can be connected to other MOCON instruments providing centralized monitoring and control for multiple instruments
Innovative RH control
  • Maintains 100% RH throughout the test unlike gravimetric testers
  • Does not require partial pressure for analysis
  • True measurement of WVTR through porosity, permeation and diffusion
Warranty
  • Full 100% parts and workmanship warranty for 12 months
Capabilities - All Models

PERMATRAN-W 101K OTR Analyzer

Units

Temperature Control Range

20 °C to 50 °C ± 0.5 °C

Humidity Control, Film Cell, Test Gas

100%

Test Range, Film, Unmasked (10 cm2)

500 to 100,000 g/(m2 • day)
32.5 to 6500g/(100in2 • day)

Resolution, Film

1.0 g/(m2 • day)

Repeatability, Film

1%

Physical Specifications

  • 15.5” H x 12” W x 23” D (39.4 cm x 30.4 cm x 58.0 cm)
  • 95 Lbs. (43.1 kg)

Electrical Requirements

  • Voltage: 100 - 240 VAC 50/60 Hz
  • Maximum Power Draw: 700 VA
Laboratory Requirements

Temperature

Operation

22 °C ± 2 °C

Storage

10 °C to 30 °C

Humidity

Operation

20% to 80% RH (non-condensing)

Storage

5% to 85% RH (non-condensing)
Gas Supply Requirements

Carrier Gas

Gas Composition

Nitrogen (99.99% N2 or better)

Supply Pressure, Nominal

29 PSI, (2.0 Bar), (200 kPa)
Connectivity
  • Dual RS-485 ports (One for input from other instrument and one for output to a computer)
Compliance Standards
  • Conforms to CE Product Safety, Electromagnetic Emission & Susceptibility requirement

WVTR transmission rate test non-woven, fabrics, textiles, and breathable membranes.

Measures transmission rate of water vapor or moisture vapor through the porous and breathable polymer membranes, polymer coated thin paper, and thin polymer nonwoven.

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