2mm Cylinder Probe – extended length

P/2E

Product overview

This small diameter cylinder probe can be used to e.g. assess ice juice coating and internal ice cream hardness and allows penetration of products up to 55mm in depth.

How does the 2mm Extended Length Cylinder Probe work?

The test shown above may not represent the optimal settings for the use of this attachment and the resulting graph may differ according to the sample tested.

Typical graph

Graph showing measurement of choc ice penetration forces using a 2mm Cylinder Probe – extended length
Measurement of choc ice penetration forces using a 2mm Cylinder Probe – extended length

Technical information

Manufacturing material Stainless Steel
Maximum operating temperature 200°C
Maximum applied load (compression) 5kg
Maximum applied load (tension) 10kg

Ideal sample form

Self-supporting solid materials.

Benefits and limitations

  • A small probe surface area can produce small forces which may be outside the optimum measuring range for the chosen load cell.
  • An excellent level of detail of multi-layered structures can be obtained due to its small entry point and avoidance of layer compression during testing.
  • Taller multi-layered structures can be tested due to the increased length of the probe shaft.

Installation

Full installation instructions are provided within the Education Zone of the latest Exponent/Connect software version and on the technical information sheet accompanying this product.

Chemical compatibility

Stable Micro Systems probes and attachments are commonly made from four materials: anodised aluminium (AA6082 T6), stainless steel (316 T), Delrin (acetyl copolymer) and Perspex (polycarbonate).

In general use, probes and attachments made from these materials will be suitable for testing food products and inert non-food materials.

The four materials listed above are not universally resistant to all types of chemicals and as such the compatibility of the probe/attachment material with the product (to be tested) must be established to prevent damage to the probes and attachments. If the compatibility of the product with the probe is unknown to the customer then the chemical information about the product (Material Safety Data Sheet or Product Data Sheet) should be submitted to Stable Micro Systems. Stable Micro Systems will then assess the suitability of the probe/attachment material for use with the product and advise accordingly. If this advice is not sought then Stable Micro Systems will not accept liability for probes/attachments damaged by chemical attack from the product being tested.

Cleaning and maintenance

All probes and attachments may be cleaned in warm (or hand hot) water using a mild detergent. A soft brush may be used but abrasive cleaning aids should be avoided. Stable Micro Systems products should not be microwaved or cleaned in a dishwasher.

Screw threads should be lightly lubricated after drying using a light lubricant, e.g. petroleum jelly, mineral oil. This will aid the fitting and unscrewing of the item. Each component of a probe or attachment should be wrapped separately when stored, to avoid scratching or chipping. This will safeguard against any unnecessary damage to the accessory.