Lippke VC1400

Details
Category: Leak Detectors

 

Vacuum leak detection system for flexible, rigid and semi-rigid packages

  • Test seal strength and ‘whole package’ integrity
  • Automate tests and store parameters for definable, reproducible results
  • Performs methylene blue dye test and bubble emission test (ASTM D3078)
  • Data capture, storage and export via USB
  • Intuitive GUI touchscreen with secure user logins
  • IQ/OQ validation documents available

 

Overview

The Dansensor® Lippke® VC1400 is a package leak detector which finds even the smallest leaks in blister packages, glass vials and other flexible, rigid and semi-rigid packages.  It ensures seal strength and package integrity for quality control checks, R&D package testing and process optimization on the packaging line.

This instrument automates the methylene blue dye test and bubble emission test (ASTM D3078), guaranteeing optimal reproducibility. Test parameters and results are automatically stored on the device and can be printed or exported as a CSV file. Vacuum and penetration time can easily be adjusted on the touchscreen’s graphical user interface.

The optional accessories and two available variations, either with an integrated vacuum ejector for use with compressed air or with an external vacuum pump (PU1400), make the Dansensor Lippke VC1400 a flexible and user-friendly addition to your quality control routine.

 

Leak detectors:
The Dansensor® Lippke® VC 1400 is part of our leak detector family of products. 

  • Dansensor® Lippke® 5000
    Dansensor Lippke 5000 provides reliable seal strength and pressure leak testing of many types of packaging.  It can be used production, laboratory environments and throughout the supply chain to test package integrity.
  • Dansensor® LeakPointer® H2O
    Dansensor LeakPointer H2O is a premium water bath for visual leak testing (bubble test) on almost all types of packaging. The leak detector is used for quality control checks, R&D package testing and process optimization on the packaging line.
  • Dansensor® LeakPointer® 3 and Dansensor® LeakPointer® 3+ 
    The NEW leak detector Dansensor LeakPointer 3 and 3+ are designed for the food industry with a possibility to test leak sizes down to 50 micron (µm). This helps ensure unwanted batch recalls and high product quality.
  • Dansensor® LeakMatic ll
    The Dansensor LeakMatic II is an in-line leak detector capable of detecting large boxes in a non-destructive way. The non-destructive testing reduce waste and ensure leak free packages are sent to the consumers.

Features & Benefits

Benefits:
  • High precision vacuum regulation
  • No adjustment required for different package sizes or types
  • Clear and concise on-screen test results
  • One-touch documentation print-out with external printer
  • Easy installation and operation
  • Automatically capture and store data
  • Test package integrity with blue dye or bubble test
Features:
  • Touchscreen with GUI for user-friendly operation
  • Vacuum generation with vacuum pump or compressed air
  • Individual user logins and access levels for security
  • Store test parameters for repeatability
  • Data capture, storage and export
  • USB port for connecting optional barcode scanner, keyboard or printer
  • Optional accessories incl. vacuum chambers, vacuum pump unit and barcode scanner
  • Multilingual user interface
  • Compliant with ASTM D3078
  • IQ/OQ validation documents available 

 

Technical Specifications

Specifications

 Dansensor® Lippke® VC1400

Package types

Flexible, semi-rigid and rigid packages

Test types

Methylene blue dye test or Bubble test

Test package size

Smaller than vacuum chamber Ø 240 mm x 70 mm

Test time

Vacuum time: 24 hours (max) Penetration time: 24 hours (max)

Measuring range

Ejector variant: 100-800 mbar (1.5-11.6 psi) 
External vacuum pump variant: 100-900 mbar (1.5-13.1 psi)  

Displayed resolution

1 mbar

Accuracy of measurement

± 2 mbar or ± 1% of setpoint (incl. overshoot when regulating to a fixed pressure)   

Number of test definitions

 999

Data collection capacity

Test data from more than 1,000,000 tests

Data collection type

Exported to CSV file

Dimensions (WxDxH) and weight

284 mm x 236.5 mm x 185 mm (11.2" x 9.3" x 7.3"); 3.4 kg (7.5 lbs)
Vacuum chamber size: Ø 240 m x 70 m

IP class

IP 20

Ambient temperature

+2°C to +35°C     

Relative humidity

10 to 90 %RH (non-condensing)

Ambient pressure

900-1050 mbar

Power supply and consumption

100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz     Max 40W

Air supply pressure and connection

4.5-6.0 bar (optimal performance at approx. 5 bar)     
Ø6/4mm tube     DIN ISO 8573-1:2010 [4:4:3]

Air consumption

Max 60 L/min

Connectivity

LAN: RJ-45 Ethernet 10/100 Mbit/s, DHCP client or fixed IP
USB: 1 x Host, USB 2.0 Type A; 1 x Device, USB 2.0 Type B (max current 500 mA)

Compliance

CE, China RoHS II

Standards

ASTM D3078

Accessories

Accessories
  • Vacuum chamber with domed lid (typically for methylene blue dye test)
  • Vacuum chamber with flat lid (typically for ASTM D3078 bubble test)
  • PU1400 vacuum pump unit
  • Barcode scanner
  • Dot matrix printer for fade-resistant printed records
  • IQ/OQ validation documentation 
Service & Support Options
  • Basic Preventative Maintenance Plan
  • Plus Preventative Maintenance Plan

 

Applications

Applications:

  • Leak testing in methylene blue dye bath
  • Visual leak testing under water with vacuum (bubble) 

ASTM Standards:

  • ASTM D3078 (Standard Test Method for Determination of Leaks in Flexible Packaging by Bubble Emission)

Test method:

  • Blue dye test according to Farmacopea Mexicana HERMETIC Method IV