Application
Used in the pharmaceutical industry to determine the friability (mechanical strength) of tablets. It evaluates how tablets withstand abrasion and shock during handling, packaging, and transport.
Compliance Standard
Designed to comply with:
- United States Pharmacopeia
- Indian Pharmacopoeia
- European Pharmacopoeia
Product Description
A microprocessor-based instrument with a rotating drum that subjects tablets to controlled rolling and dropping. The apparatus calculates friability as a percentage weight loss after a set number of rotations. It features:
- Digital display for RPM, time, and revolution count
- Transparent acrylic drum(s) for visibility
- Programmable timer and rotation settings
- Smooth and noiseless operation
Technical Specifications
- Drum Material: Acrylic / Perspex
- Drum Diameter: ~287 mm (standard)
- Rotation Speed: 25 ± 1 RPM
- Timer Range: 1–99 minutes (programmable)
- Revolution Counter: Digital, presettable
- Display: LED / LCD digital display
- Power Supply: 220–240V AC, 50 Hz
- Control System: Microprocessor-based
Apparatus is Supplied With
- Main friability test unit
- One or two acrylic drums (depending on model)
- Sample tray
- Power cord
- User manual
Common Capacities Available
- Single Drum Model (1 test at a time)
- Double Drum Model (simultaneous dual testing)
Optional Accessories
- Printer attachment for data logging
- Calibration weights
- Spare acrylic drums
- Dust cover
Dimensions & Weight (Approx.)
- Dimensions: 450 × 300 × 250 mm
Weight: 12–18 kg (depending on model)