ForTest - T8720, Universal Leak Tester for Micro-Flows
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![T8720](img/series/fortest-t8720-micro-flow-tester_b97ae901.jpg)
- Solid state sensor
- Direct display of the volumetric leak
- Continuous injection of test air
- High capacity pneumatic valves
- Heat-proof pneumatic valves
- Low maintenance
- Measurement up to 1,000 cc/min
The T8720 is a leak display in volumetric mode (cc/h or cc/min) with a classic leak testing tool that is restricted by setting the volume of the piece being tested which, using mathematical algorithms allows conversion of the pressure decay in volumetric decay.
To release this system from restrictions, the T8720 was designed using one solid-state and one pressure sensor, which displays the leaks detected directly in volumetric mode, with no need to set the volume being tested. This characteristic makes it extremely versatile in the event of large volume variables being tested, and particularly intuitive in the analysis of test cycle progression.
Limitless connectivity.
The new T8710 includes ports for the USB slave, RS232, RS485, Can bus and TTY. Assembly may also include an optional Ethernet port and a 26-pole connector with 4 inputs and 8 outputs, which are completely programmable, for interfacing with the external valves, safety barriers, switches, etc...
The front panel has a master USB port assembled on it for connection to a USB key to save the tests conducted, backup/restore parameters and upgrade tool firmware.
The connection to thermal printers, barcode/data-matrix readers and markers takes place automatically using an internal menu.
Hybrid functioning.
The particular operation of the T8720 consists of continuous injection of test air, unlike a classic leak testing system, and directly measures the leak flow, which varies from a few cc/min to various hundredths, based on the application.
This system makes the tool suitable for measuring leaks which go beyond the classic leak testing scales, but which are not close to the normal flow test values, values which normally arise to measure thousands of cc/min of leaking; this is why the nature of the T8720 is a hybrid between two technologies.
Measurement resolution starts with 0.1 cc/h based at the bottom of the scale, varying from 50 to 1,000 cc/min, with maximum pressure of 1 bar.
Made to measure pneumatic section.
To avoid overheating due to long activation times of the filling circuit, we have designed particularly high capacity pneumatic valves. These valves not only work in hot temperatures, but also quickly fill the piece being tested, making the T8720 also suitable for testing on parts with significant volumes.
The T8720 is capable of all the above, while still maintaining ForTest's historic reliability.
Innovative design.
What appears to be a simple design, in fact hides an in-depth study to make use and understanding of the tool as simple as possible.
The front panel is made of a single sheet of tempered glass and aluminium, which makes it extremely easy to clean, making the T8720 suitable for use in the laboratory and on the production line.
The extensive internal menus are easy to understand and the graphic interface was designed to only display important information.
Everything is exactly where it should be.
Type | Mass Flow |
Resolution | 1 Pa (0.00015 psi) |
Data Storage | USB |
Interface | RS-232 |
RS-485 | |
Accuracy | 0.5% |
External start button | |
External start/abort pushbutton | |
External pushbutton 4 programs selection | |
Start pedal | |
Barcode reader | |
Aux signals extension cable | |
Air filter | |
M series manager software | |
TTY | |
Serial protocol | |
PC serial cable owner - M Series | |
External temperature probe | |
MIXER-07 | |
Software Data Manager | |
Staubli female fitting | |
Thermal printer with peel-off | |
Thermal printer without peel | |
Adapter cable AUX M Series ---> ET Series | |
Remote Start / Abort / Good / Reject | |
Air filter 5 micron | |
Frontal connector for Staubli calibrated leak | |
Frontal precision pressure regulator | |
Auto zero primary pressure circuit | |
Waiting Primary pressure reading | |
Secondary Output of Waste (third result) | |
Leak Analog Output | |
I/O 24 Vdc expansion signal card | |
Bi-manual logic Start Input | |
Ethernet plug/TCP-IP | |
Active USB port | |
WI-FI connection | |
Radio remote control selection Kit | |
High resolution measure - (STANDARD) | |
Indirect measure |
- Two different testing methods
- USB Type-B female connector for PC
- 6 languages (English, Italian, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese)
- Mechanical Start/Stop button
- Firmware update via USB stick
- Password protection
- 24V I/O (Start,Stop,Test,Good,Reject,4BCD)
- available measurement units: mbar, bar, psi, mmHg, mmH20, Pa, HPa, cc/min, cc/h, pressure/s , l/h , l/min
Type | Mass Flow, Pressure Decay |
# of Channels | 1 |
Resolution | 1 Pa (0.00015 psi) |
Display | 6.2 in Colour Display |
Data Storage | USB |
Interface | RS-232, RS-485, Profinet, EtherCAT, Ethernet TCP/IP |
- Fully automatic test flow adjustment management (8,000 Lt/min)
- Multiple Programs for different parts
- HMI touchscreen controller
- Multiple Languages, English, French, Spanish, Italian…
- Sequence – Fill to Test Pressure, Stabilize, Measure Absolute Pressure Decay, calibrated leak rate
- Data Collection by Serial Number, using a PC or PLC (optional Field buses, Ethernet IP, Modbus)
Type | Mass Flow, Pressure Decay |
# of Channels | 1 |
Resolution | 0.1 Pa (0.000015 psi) |
Display | 6.5 in Color Display |
Data Storage | USB |
Interface | RS-232, RS-485, Profinet, EtherCAT, Ethernet TCP/IP |
- Fully automatic test flow adjustment management (8,000 Lt/min)
- Multiple Programs for different parts
- HMI touchscreen controller
- Multiple Languages, English, French, Spanish, Italian, …
- Sequence – Fill to Test Pressure, Stabilize, Measure Absolute Pressure Decay, calibrated leak rate
- Data Collection by Serial Number, using a PC or PLC (optional Field buses, Ethernet IP, Modbus)
Type | Mass Flow |
# of Channels | 1 |
Resolution | 0.01 sccm/min |
Data Storage | USB |
Interface | RS-232, RS-485, Profinet, EthernetIP, EtherCAT, Ethernet TCP/IP |
Accuracy | 0.5% |
- Multiple Programs for various applications
- HMI touchscreen controller
- Multiple Languages, English, French, Spanish, Italian, …
- Sequence – Fill to Test Pressure, Stabilize, Measure Absolute Pressure Decay, calibrated leak rate
- Data Collection by Serial Number, using a PC or PLC (optional Field buses, Ethernet IP, Modbus)
Type | Mass Flow |
# of Channels | 1 |
Resolution | 0.01 sccm/min |
Display | 7" Colour Display |
Data Storage | USB |
Interface | RS-232, RS-485, Profinet, EtherCAT, Ethernet TCP/IP |
- Latest evolution in continuous capacity measurement instrumentation,
- Specifically for applications with high variability of flow values and the need for very high adjustment of the pressure, to compensate those different load losses.
- Multiple Programs for different parts
- HMI touchscreen controller
- Multiple Languages, English, French, Spanish, Italian, …
- Sequence – Fill to Test Pressure, Stabilize, Measure Absolute Pressure Decay, calibrated leak rate
- Data Collection by Serial Number, using a PC or PLC (optional Field buses, Ethernet IP, Modbus)
Type | Mass Flow |
# of Channels | 1 |
Resolution | 0.01 sccm/min |
Display | 7" Colour Display |
Data Storage | USB |
Interface | RS-232, RS-485, Profinet, EtherCAT, Ethernet TCP/IP |
- Extremely low leak detection
- 2 Independent measurement sections
- Test pressure up to 100bars
- Colour display
- Password protection
- I/O Signals (Start, Stop, Filling, Test, Good, Reject, 4BCD)
- Mechanical Start/Stop button
- Unit measurement available mbar, bar, psi, mmHg, mmH2O, Pa, HPa, cc/min, cc/h, pressure/s.
Type | Pressure Decay |
# of Channels | 1 |
Resolution | 1 Pa (0.00015 psi) |
Display | 6.2 in Colour Display |
Data Storage | USB |
Interface | RS-232, RS-485 |
- Aluminium Probe, with a 30° arm
- Warning led and buzzer
- Non-explosive, 5% hydrogen mix
- USB slave, RS232, RS485, Can bus and TTY
Type | Mass Flow |
# of Channels | 1 |
Resolution | 1 Pa (0.00015 psi) |
Data Storage | USB |
Interface | RS-232, RS-485 |
Accuracy | 0.5% |
- Continuous measurement
- Designed for the gas sector
- Multiple Programs for different parts
- HMI touchscreen controller
- Multiple Languages, English, French, Spanish, Italian, …
- Sequence – Fill to Test Pressure, Stabilize, Measure Absolute Pressure Decay, calibrated leak rate
- Data Collection by Serial Number, using a PC or PLC (optional Field buses, Ethernet IP, Modbus)
Type | Pressure Decay |
# of Channels | 1 |
Resolution | 1 Pa (0.00015 psi) |
Display | 6.2 in Colour Display |
Data Storage | USB |
Interface | RS-232, RS-485, Profinet, EtherCAT, Ethernet TCP/IP |
- Two different testing methods
- USB Type-B female connector for PC
- 6 languages (English, Italian, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese)
- Mechanical Start/Stop button
- Firmware update via USB stick
- Password protection
- 24V I/O (Start,Stop,Test,Good,Reject,4BCD)
- available measurement units: mbar, bar, psi, mmHg, mmH20, Pa, HPa, cc/min, cc/h, pressure/s , l/h , l/min
Type | Mass Flow, Pressure Decay |
# of Channels | 1 |
Resolution | 1 Pa (0.00015 psi) |
Display | 6.2 in Colour Display |
Data Storage | USB |
Interface | RS-232, RS-485, Profinet, EtherCAT, Ethernet TCP/IP |
- Resolution from 1 Pa
- Colour display
- USB pen drive for storing results and test parameters
- Bluetooth Low Energy and WiFi interfaces on-board
- 99 Test Programs
- USB Type-B female connector for PC
- 6 Languages (English, Italian, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese)
- Mechanical Start/Stop button
Type | Pressure Decay |
# of Channels | 1 |
Resolution | 1 Pa (0.00015 psi) |
Display | Numeric |
Data Storage | USB |
Interface | RS-232, RS-485, EthernetIP |