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Tap Density Tester:
Ultratap 500

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  • One tapping station available
  • 25 million taps, three-year warranty for unmatched durability
  • Supports all major standards, ensuring compliance
  • Quiet operation, optional noise reduction for comfort
  • Magnetic drop height adapter, quick cylinder setup; automated reports 

The Ultratap 500 series of tap density testers delivers unmatched durability with guaranteed 25 million taps and a three-year warranty for long-lasting reliability. Designed for full compliance with major industry standards, they offer 24 pre-stored methods. They are also 90 % quieter, offering the lowest noise levels on the market. With TruLock straps for quick cylinder setup, an intuitive touchscreen, and automated reporting of key parameters, our instruments ensure a seamless experience every time.

Key features

Durable: 25 million taps without loss of calibration

Durable: 25 million taps without loss of calibration

Our tap density testers consistently deliver high-quality results you can depend on. The Ultratap 500 series guarantees up to 25 million taps without losing calibration, offering the highest durability on the market. To further ensure your confidence, our instruments come with a three-year warranty, assuring reliable performance for years to come.

Compliant: Benefit from a complete range of standard methods

Compliant: Benefit from a complete range of standard methods

The Ultratap 500 series covers standard major measurement methods, including USP 616 methods 1, 2, and 3, providing the widest range of industry standards in a single instrument. With 24 built-in ASTM, ISO, and USP methods, integrated user management, and automatic drop height detection, the tap density testers ensure full compliance while minimizing human error, resulting in more reliable and accurate results.

Easy: The best operator experience on the market

Easy: The best operator experience on the market

The tap density testers offer an exceptional combination of software and hardware. The TruLock straps allow you to securely attach any cylinder with a single motion. The integrated touchscreen, and on-device software, provide instant access to all standard methods, along with the ability to create custom methods. Automatically generate reports with key parameters such as bulk density, Carr’s Compressibility Index, and the Hausner Ratio, ensuring comprehensive and accurate data every time.

Quiet: 90 % quieter than any other tap density tester

Quiet: 90 % quieter than any other tap density tester

Our tap density testers are as quiet as common household appliances, eliminating the need for hearing protection. Designed with noise reduction in mind, they operate at significantly lower decibel levels (90 % quieter) than any other tap density tester on the market. For even greater sound control, an optional noise reduction cabinet is available.

Technical specifications

PERFORMANCEUltratap 500 StandardUltratap 500 Twin
Stations 12
Cylinder sizes accommodated250 mL standard
5, 10, 25, 50, 100, 250, 500, 1,000 mL1)
Tap speedUser configurable 50 to 350 taps/minute
Drop height3 mm (0.12 inch) ± 0.2 mm or
14 mm (0.55 inch) ± 1 mm
Sound level65 dB
(58 dB with optional noise reduction cabinet)
68 dB
(58 dB with optional noise reduction cabinet)
Tap modeUser configurable by time (1 second to 999 minutes) or
number of taps (1 to 99,999)
User interface7-inch TFT WVGA (800 x 480 pixels); PCAP touchscreen
User managementIncluded (with password protection)
USB ports2
Supported input devicesBarcode reader, keyboard, mouse, touchscreen
Balance and printer connectionYes (via USB port)
Built-in calculationsBulk density, Carr’s compressibility index, Hausner ratio, tapped density
Storage capacity1,000 reports/100 methods
Built-in methods24
  
PHYSICAL AND UTILITIES 
Dimensions Height: 228.6 mm (9 inches) no cylinder/vessel, 188 mm (7.4 inches) to top of housing
Width: 263.5 mm (10.4 inches)
Depth: 361 mm (14.2 inches)
Weight 14.5 kg (32 pounds)17.6 kg (38.7 pounds)
  
ELECTRICAL 
Voltage-External AC/DC adapterInput AC: 100-240 V, 1.3 A
Frequency: 50 / 60 Hz
Instrument input24 VDC, 2.1 A, 51 W24 VDC, 2.6 A, 63 W
Over-voltage categoryI (for the instrument)
Connection Grounded, single-phase outlet
  
ENVIRONMENTAL 
Temperature 15 °C - 40 °C (59 °F - 104 °F)
Relative humidity10%-80% RH non-condensing

1) The 500 and 1,000 mL graduated cylinders require the large platform and corresponding TruLock straps (sold separately

Standards

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ASTM

B527 Standard, Twin
D4164 Standard, Twin
D4781, B1 and B2 Standard, Twin
D7481 Standard, Twin
D8176 Standard, Twin

European Pharmacopoeia (Ph. Eur.)

2.9.34 Method 1 Standard, Twin
2.9.34 Method 2 Standard, Twin
2.9.34 Method 3 Standard, Twin
6.8 Method 1 Standard, Twin

ISO

787-11 Standard, Twin
3953 Standard, Twin
8460 Standard, Twin
8967 Standard, Twin
9161 Standard, Twin

JIS

K 5101-12-2 Standard, Twin
Z 2512 Standard, Twin

Japanese Pharmacopoeia (JP)

3.01 Method 1 Standard, Twin
3.01 Method 2 Standard, Twin
3.01 Method 3 Standard, Twin

MPIF

46 Standard, Twin

US Pharmacopoeia (USP)

616 Method 1 Standard, Twin
616 Method 2 Standard, Twin
616 Method 3 Standard, Twin

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PLATFORM KIT, STANDARD

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Ultratap 500 Standard | Twin
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For use with graduated cylinders from 5 to 250 mL Nominal weight: 450 g

PLATFORM KIT, LARGE

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Ultratap 500 Standard | Twin
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Part number: 323287
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For use with graduated cylinders from 500 to 1000 mL. Must be used with large Trulock straps. Nominal weight: 450 g

NOISE REDUCTION CABINET

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Ultratap 500 Standard | Twin
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Part number: 323396
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- Reduces noise of Ultratap models below 58 dB
- Nominal dimensions: 18 x 18.625 x 36 inch (46 x 47 x 92 cm)
- Nominal weight: 11.4 kg

ULTRATAP VESSEL KIT

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Ultratap 500 Standard | Twin
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Part number: 323529
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Vessel compliant to USP Method 3, Measurement in a Vessel Includes vessel base, vessel cap, brush, and laboratory scraper

3 MM DROP HEIGHT ADAPTER

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Ultratap 500 Standard | Twin
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Part number: 323158
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Used to change the drop height from 14 mm to 3 mm on Ultratap series instruments

PLATFORM KIT, SMALL

Compatible with:
Ultratap 500 Standard | Twin
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Part number: 323289
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For use with graduated cylinders from 5 to 100 mL. Compliant to USP 616 method 1 and 2, for reduced sample amounts. Nominal weight: 240 g