PTG-S5
Automated Powder Flow Analyzer
Reliable Powder Flowability Testing According to Pharmacopoeial Standards
The Pharma-Test PTG-S5 is a compact and robust powder flow tester designed for the determination of flow time and flow behavior of powders and granulates. It is widely used in pharmaceutical quality control, formulation development, and research laboratories to evaluate powder flow properties in accordance with international pharmacopoeial standards.
The instrument provides a simple, reproducible, and cost-effective solution for routine powder flow testing and is particularly suitable for environments where reliable results are required without the complexity of fully automated systems.
Standards-Compliant Powder Flow Testing
• Designed for powder flowability testing in accordance with USP <1174> and European Pharmacopoeia requirements.
• Suitable for characterizing excipients, APIs, and granulated materials.
Precise Flow Time Measurement
• Measures the time required for a defined powder quantity to flow through a standardized funnel orifice.
• Enables consistent evaluation of flow characteristics and batch-to-batch comparison.
Interchangeable Funnel Nozzles
• Supplied with interchangeable stainless-steel nozzles of different diameters.
• Allows testing of powders with varying flow properties, from free-flowing to poorly flowing materials.
Manual and Straightforward Operation
• Simple mechanical design ensures easy operation and minimal training.
• Ideal for routine laboratory use and educational environments.
Stable and Durable Construction
• Heavy base plate ensures excellent stability during testing.
• Manufactured from high-quality materials for long service life and reliable performance.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
| Test principle | Powder flow time through calibrated nozzle |
| Sample quantity | Typically 100 g |
| Funnel material | Stainless steel |
| Interchangeable nozzles | Yes |
| Measurement method | Manual timing (stopwatch not included) |
| Applications | Powder and granulate flowability testing |
| Construction | Rigid laboratory frame with stable base |
| Compliance | USP / EP compliant |
| Certification | CE compliant |
| Validation | IQ/OQ documentation available |
Advantages
✔ Reliable and reproducible powder flow measurements
✔ Simple and cost-effective alternative to automated flow testers
✔ Flexible testing using interchangeable nozzle sizes
✔ Minimal maintenance due to mechanical design
✔ Ideal for routine QC and R&D laboratories
Typical Applications
• Flowability testing of pharmaceutical powders
• Evaluation of excipients and active ingredients
• Granulation process monitoring
• Incoming raw material inspection
• Academic and training laboratories
Standard Scope of Supply
The PTG-S5 is delivered as a complete testing system, including:
• PTG-S5 powder flow tester frame
• Stainless-steel funnel
• Interchangeable flow nozzles
• Sample container
• User manual
• IQ/OQ documentation (if required)
• CE conformity documentation
• Instrument logbook
The Pharma-Test PTG-S5 Powder Flow Tester is a dependable laboratory instrument for standardized powder flowability testing. Its robust construction, ease of use, and compliance with pharmacopoeial standards make it an excellent choice for pharmaceutical laboratories seeking accurate and reproducible powder flow measurements with minimal operational complexity.
