# Permeability Testing Instruments

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- Published: 2024-08-29T12:36:47+05:30
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Permeability Testing Instruments Home Packaging Testing Equipments Permeability Testing Instruments Determine the Shelf Life of Your Package with Our Barrier Testing Instruments from Labthink Barrier films are coatings or multilayer plastic blends that reduce water vapour and gas diffusion into and out of rigid and flexible packages. Our Permeation Analyzers have the most trusted repeatability in the market so that you are confident that your barrier films from different batches are of good quality and meet specified barrier levels. Our instruments are designed for testing permeation of rigid and flexible barriers. Key Considerations Key consideration for choosing the right permeability barrier tester. Permeability Testing Machine Solutions Oxygen Transmission Rate Tester 3 Cells – C203H Water Vapour Transmission Rate Tester 3 Cells – C303H Combo Tester 3 Cells C403H – OTR + WVTR Combo Tester 6 Cells – C406H Gas Permeability Tester 3 Cell – C130H Gas Permeability Tester 2 Cell – VAC – V2 WVTR Gravimetric Method – C360H Select the right product for your specific requirements Labthink Oxygen Transmission Rate (OTR) Tester Comparison ← Swipe to compare all specifications → Labthink Permeability Tester Specifications — 7 Models Model Type Test range Resolution Repeatability / Accuracy Temperature Humidity Cells / Cups Specimen size OTR Oxygen Transmission Rate — cc/(m²·day)  ·  ASTM D3985 · ISO 15105-2 · DIN 53380-3 C203H OTR · Sensor 0.01–200 cc/(m²·day) 0.0001 0.01 or 1%, whichever greater 15–50°C ±0.05°C; 5–60°C opt. 0%; 5%–90% RH ±1% 3 cells; 3 results 11.2 × 11.2 cm WVTR Water Vapour Transmission Rate — g/(m²·day)  ·  ISO 15106-2 · ASTM F1249 C303H WVTR · Infrared sensor 0.005–40 std; 0.005–100 opt. 0.0001 0.005 or 2%, whichever greater 15–50°C ±0.05°C; 5–60°C opt. 5%–90% RH ±1% 3 cells; 1–3 results 11.2 × 11.2 cm Combo OTR + WVTR Combo Testers — cc & g/(m²·day) combined C403H OTR + WVTR · 3 cells OTR: 0.01–200; WVTR: 0.005–40 0.0001 OTR: 0.01 or 1%; WVTR: 0.005 or 2%, whichever greater 15–50°C ±0.05°C; 5–60°C opt. OTR: 0%; 5%–90% RH ±2%; WVTR: 0%; 5%–90% RH ±2% 3 cells; 3 results 11.2 × 11.2 cm C406H OTR + WVTR · 6 cells OTR: 0.02–200; WVTR: 0.02–40 0.0001 OTR: 0.02 or 1%; WVTR: 0.02 or 2%, whichever greater 15–50°C ±0.15°C; 5–60°C opt. OTR: 0%; 5%–90% RH ±2%; WVTR: 0%; 5%–90% RH ±2%; 100% 6 cells; 6 results 11.7 × 11.7 cm Gas Gas Permeability Testers — cc/(m²·day·Pa)  ·  ISO 15105-1 · ASTM D1434 C130H Gas permeability · 3 cells Confirm with Flexitest Confirm with Flexitest Confirm with Flexitest Confirm with Flexitest Confirm with Flexitest 3 cells Confirm with Flexitest VAC-V2 Gas permeability · 2 cells Confirm with Flexitest Confirm with Flexitest Confirm with Flexitest Confirm with Flexitest Confirm with Flexitest 2 cells Confirm with Flexitest Gravimetric WVTR Gravimetric Cup Method — g/(m²·day)  ·  ISO 2528 · ASTM E96 C360H WVTR · Gravimetric · 12 cups Water: 0.01–10,000/n (1–12); Desiccant: 0.01–1,200 0.0001 g Not specified 20–55°C ±0.2°C 10%–90% RH ±1% 12 cups; 1–12 results 50 cm² per cup Shared specs: Max. specimen thickness ≤3 mm; standard test area 50 cm². Gas permeability specs — confirm with Flexitest for C130H and VAC-V2. OTR — Oxygen Transmission Rate C203HOTR · 3 cells▼ C203HOTR · 3 cells · 3 results TypeOxygen Transmission Rate Test range0.01–200 cc/(m²·day) Resolution0.0001 Repeatability0.01 or 1%, whichever greater Temperature15–50°C ±0.05°C; 5–60°C opt. Humidity0%; 5%–90% RH ±1% Cells3 cells; 3 results Specimen11.2 × 11.2 cm Product pageView C203H → WVTR — Water Vapour Transmission Rate C303HWVTR · 3 cells▼ C303HWVTR Infrared · 3 cells TypeWVTR · Infrared sensor Test range0.005–40 std; 0.005–100 opt. Resolution0.0001 Repeatability0.005 or 2%, whichever greater Temperature15–50°C ±0.05°C; 5–60°C opt. Humidity5%–90% RH ±1% Cells3 cells; 1–3 results Specimen11.2 × 11.2 cm Product pageView C303H → Combo — OTR + WVTR C403H3 cells▼ C406H6 cells▼ C403HOTR + WVTR Combo · 3 cells TypeOTR + WVTR Combo OTR range0.01–200 cc/(m²·day) WVTR range0.005–40 g/(m²·day) Resolution0.0001 Temperature15–50°C ±0.05°C; 5–60°C opt. Humidity0%; 5%–90% RH ±2% Cells3 cells; 3 results Specimen11.2 × 11.2 cm Product pageView C403H → C406HOTR + WVTR Combo · 6 cells TypeOTR + WVTR Combo OTR range0.02–200 cc/(m²·day) WVTR range0.02–40 g/(m²·day) Resolution0.0001 Temperature15–50°C ±0.15°C; 5–60°C opt. Humidity0%; 5%–90% RH ±2%; 100% Cells6 cells; 6 results Specimen11.7 × 11.7 cm Product pageView C406H → Gas Permeability Testers C130H3 cells▼ VAC-V22 cells▼ C130HGas Permeability · 3 cells TypeGas Permeability Tester Cells3 cells StandardsISO 15105-1 · ASTM D1434 SpecificationsConfirm with Flexitest Product pageView C130H → VAC-V2Gas Permeability · 2 cells TypeGas Permeability Tester Cells2 cells StandardsISO 15105-1 · ASTM D1434 SpecificationsConfirm with Flexitest Product pageView VAC-V2 → WVTR Gravimetric Cup Method C360H12 cups▼ C360HWVTR Gravimetric · 12 cups TypeWVTR · Gravimetric Cup Method Test range (water)0.01–10,000/n (1–12) g/(m²·day) Test range (desiccant)0.01–1,200 g/(m²·day) Resolution0.0001 g Temperature20–55°C ±0.2°C Humidity10%–90% RH ±1% Cups12 cups; 1–12 results Test area50 cm² per cup Product pageView C360H → Not sure which OTR or WVTR tester fits your application? Tell us your packaging material, target barrier range and test method. Our team will recommend the right configuration. Request a Recommendation → FAQs  Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – Permeability Testing Instruments What are permeability testing instruments? Permeability testing instruments measure how gases, oxygen, and water vapor pass through packaging materials to evaluate barrier performance and protect product quality.  What is OTR (Oxygen Transmission Rate) testing? OTR testing measures the amount of oxygen that penetrates a packaging material over time, helping manufacturers prevent oxidation and extend product shelf life. What is WVTR (Water Vapor Transmission Rate) testing? WVTR testing determines how much moisture vapor passes through a material under controlled temperature and humidity conditions to ensure effective moisture protection. Why are permeability tests important for packaging? Permeability testing helps prevent oxygen and moisture ingress that can cause spoilage, contamination, and reduced shelf life in food, pharmaceutical, and medical products. What is the difference between OTR and WVTR? OTR measures oxygen permeability, while WVTR measures moisture permeability. Both tests are essential for evaluating the overall barrier performance of packaging materials. Which materials can be tested using permeability testers? Materials such as plastic films, multilayer laminates, metalized films, paperboard, flexible packaging, rigid containers, and coated substrates can be tested. What industries use permeability testing instruments? Industries including food packaging, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, electronics, FMCG, and research laboratories rely on permeability testing for quality assurance. What standards are used for OTR and WVTR testing? Common standards include ASTM D3985, ASTM F1249, ASTM E96, ISO 15105, and ISO 15106, ensuring accurate and globally recognized results. What factors affect permeability test accuracy? Temperature, humidity, material thickness, pressure conditions, calibration, and proper sample preparation significantly influence testing accuracy. How do permeability tests help extend product shelf life? By identifying materials with strong oxygen and moisture barriers, permeability testing reduces oxidation and moisture exposure, helping preserve freshness and product stability. Edit Template