# Moisture Analyzer – Plastic and Polymer - Link: https://flexitest.in/plastic-and-polymer/moisture-analyzer-plastic-and-polymer/ - Published: 2024-12-16T13:22:19+05:30 - Author: chetanvarne # Moisture Analyzer 1. [Home](https://flexitest.in) 2. [Plastic and Polymer](https://flexitest.in/plastic-and-polymer/) 3. Moisture Analyzer – Plastic and Polymer ![MA 100H MA 160 MOISTURE ANALYSER Main banner 1 1 scaled](https://flexitest.in/ wp-content/uploads/2025/04/MA-100H-MA-160-MOISTURE-ANALYSER-Main-banner-1-1-scaled. webp "Moisture Analyzer - Plastic and Polymer 10") ## Quality Control in the Production of high- quality plastic parts In the plastic and polymer industry, unseen moisture is like a hidden culprit that can ruin your products. **Moisture Analyzer** is the essential tool that detects and measures the water content in plastic materials before they’re processed. Excess moisture can cause defects like bubbles, cracks, or weak spots in the final plastic products. By quickly and accurately measuring moisture levels, manufacturers can properly dry the materials, ensuring they are in optimal condition for molding or extrusion. This results in high-quality, durable plastics that meet industry standards and perform reliably. The moisture analyzer helps keep unwanted moisture in check, safeguarding the integrity of your plastic products. It also aids in customizing materials for specific applications by tweaking flow properties to meet unique requirements. Ultimately, the Melt Flow Indexer is an essential tool that saves time and resources by preventing production hiccups, helping manufacturers deliver reliable and efficient products to the market. # MA100 Infrared Moisture Analyser ![MA 100H MOISTURE ANALYZER product banner 2 2048x575 1](https://flexitest.in/wp- content/uploads/2025/04/MA-100H-MOISTURE-ANALYZER-product-banner-2-2048x575-1.webp" Moisture Analyzer - Plastic and Polymer 11") ![MA 100H MOISTURE ANALYSER inner bg 2 min scaled e1747293994814](https://flexitest. in/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/MA-100H-MOISTURE-ANALYSER-inner-bg-2-min-scaled-e1747293994814. webp "Moisture Analyzer - Plastic and Polymer 12") **MA100 Infrared Moisture Analyzer**, your essential kitchen tool for precision. This advanced machine uses infrared technology to swiftly and accurately measure the moisture content in plastic resins before they’re processed. By detecting even the tiniest traces of water, the MA100 helps prevent common defects like bubbles, cracks, and weak spots in your plastic products. Ensuring optimal dryness, it enables manufacturers to produce high-quality, durable plastics that meet industry standards. With the MA100 Infrared Moisture Analyzer, achieve flawless results every time, enhancing both the reliability and performance of your plastic and polymer products. Get Instant Quote #### Submit Your Details to Download Brochure! Name Email Phone Number Company Name Company Location By clicking the button, I agree and consent to the company’s [Privacy Policy](https://flexitest.in/privacy-policy) With-optional-printer-YDP01MA Easy-to-clean-2 ## Features * Versatility: Tests various materials like plastics, plastic laminates, corrugated materials & paper/ paperboards. * Precision: High accuracy in measuring force, displacement, and elongation. * Load Capacity: Suitable for low-load testing applications. * Speed Control: Adjustable testing speeds for different requirements. Get Free Quote # MA160 Infrared Moisture Analyser ![MA 160 Moisture Analyzer](https://flexitest.in/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/MA_160_Moisture_Analyzer_product_banner- 1.webp "Moisture Analyzer - Plastic and Polymer 13") ![MA 160 MOISTURE ANALYSER](https://flexitest.in/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/MA-160- MOISTURE-ANALYSER-inner-bg-e1759299398660.jpg "Moisture Analyzer - Plastic and Polymer 14") MA 160 Moisture Analyzer is an essential tool in the EV industry, ensuring precision in measuring moisture content for critical materials like battery components and insulation materials. With rapid and reliable results, it supports quality assurance and optimizes material performance, contributing to the efficiency and longevity of electric vehicle systems. Get Instant Quote #### Submit Your Details to Download Brochure! Name Email Phone Number Company Name Company Location By clicking the button, I agree and consent to the company’s [Privacy Policy](https://flexitest.in/privacy-policy) ![High-speed measurements](https://flexitest.in/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/High- speed-measurement-1.webp "Moisture Analyzer - Plastic and Polymer 15") #### High-speed measurements Both the high-performance AURI heating unit and the sample chamber’s geometry ensure rapid heating and fast uniform drying of your sample with up to 30% quicker analysis time. ![Fast & precise development of methods](https://flexitest.in/wp-content/uploads/ 2025/04/Fast-precise-development-of-methods-1.webp "Moisture Analyzer - Plastic and Polymer 16") ## Fast & precise development of methods The MA160‘s Method  Development Assistant function solves the time-consuming problem of having to determine and evaluate the right parameters ![Display of the measurement status](https://flexitest.in/wp-content/uploads/2025/ 04/Display-of-measurement-status-1.webp "Moisture Analyzer - Plastic and Polymer 17") ## Display of the measurement status The light indicates the current status of measurement in progress: “running | START,““ analysis completed | STOP,“ “analyzer OFF” or “error.“  ![Effortless cleaning](https://flexitest.in/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Effortless- cleaning-1.webp "Moisture Analyzer - Plastic and Polymer 18") ## Effortless cleaning The BetterClean design lets you easily and thoroughly clean the instrument parts. Additionally, the heating unit and the sample chamber plate is removable for cleaning in a laboratory washer ![User-friendly operation](https://flexitest.in/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/User- friendly-operation-1.webp "Moisture Analyzer - Plastic and Polymer 19") ## User-friendly operation The MA160‘s intuitive user interface, including a touch screen and easy-to-understand menu prompts for guidance, enable you to easily operate the analyzer – without having to study the manual first. ![High memory capacity](https://flexitest.in/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/High-memory- capacity-1.webp "Moisture Analyzer - Plastic and Polymer 20") ## High memory capacity MA160 features a high memory capacity, letting you store up to 100 different methods and efficiently manage them in a library ![Reliable performance testing](https://flexitest.in/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/ Reliable-performance-testing-1.webp "Moisture Analyzer - Plastic and Polymer 21") #### Reliable performance testing A ReproEasy Pad in combination with the built-in performance test lets you check the functionality of the entire MA160 moisture analyzer within just 5 minutes. This test guarantees reliable results, saving you from going to the trouble of performing extensive temperature adjustments. ## Customized Solutions for Melt Flow Indexer Compare Sartorius moisture analyser models for plastic and polymer applications — capacity, heating, temperature range, interfaces and more. ← Swipe to see full table → Sartorius Moisture Analyser Specifications: MA100H vs MA160 | Specification | MA100H Infrared Moisture Analyser | MA160Infrared Moisture Analyser | | Weighing Performance | | Max. capacity | 100 g | 200 g | | Readability (weight) | 1 mg (0.1 mg high-res) | 1 mg | | Moisture display resolution | 0.01% / 0.001% | 0.01% | | Moisture measurement range | 0.005% – 100% | 0.01% – 100% | | Repeatability (1 g sample) | ±0.1% | ±0.2% | | Repeatability (5 g sample) | ±0.02% | ±0.05% | | Heating System | | Heating element | Round halogen lamp | 600 W AURI infrared heater | | Temperature range | 30°C – 180°C | 40°C – 160°C | | Temperature increment | 1°C steps | 1°C steps | | Standby temperature | — | 40°C – 100°C (selectable) | | Heating programs | Standard, gentle, rapid, step, ramp | Standard, gentle drying | | Sample & Programs | | Sample pan diameter | 90 mm | — | | Typical sample size | — | 5 – 15 g | | Drying programs stored | 30 | 100 methods | | Results stored | Up to 9,999 analyses | Last 999 measurements | | Drying time range | 6 sec – 999 min | — | | Shut-off modes | Auto, semi-auto, SPRM, timed, manual | — | | Display & Interfaces | | Display | Backlit LCD | Touchscreen with curve display | | Status indicator | — | Status lamp (visible up to 10 m); LED-lit sample chamber | | Connectivity | — | Mini USB; SD card slot | | Printer support | Optional YDP01MA | YDP30, YDP40 (auto-detect); YDP20-OCE via adapter | | Data protocols | — | SBI, table, text | | Method development aid | — | Method Development Assistant (MDA) | | Physical & Electrical | | Dimensions (W × D × H) | 350 × 453 × 156 mm | 215 × 400 × 210 mm | | Weight | 8.0 kg | 6.2 kg | | Power supply | 100 – 120 V, 50/60 Hz | 640 VA peak, 50/60 Hz | | Ambient operating temp. | — | 10°C – 30°C | | Calibration weight | 50 g (E2) external | Built-in | | Performance verification | reproTEST function | ReproEasy Pad (~5 min) | | Removable/washable parts | — | ✔ Heating unit + sample chamber plate | | Applicable Standards | | Plastic moisture standards | ASTM D6980, ISO 15512 | ASTM D6980, ISO 15512 | | Quality system fit | — | IATF 16949 | Weighing Performance Max. capacity100 g Readability1 mg (0.1 mg high-res) Moisture resolution0.01% / 0.001% Measurement range0.005% – 100% Repeatability (1 g)±0.1% Repeatability (5 g)±0.02% Heating System Heating elementRound halogen lamp Temperature range30°C – 180°C Heating programsStandard, gentle, rapid, step, ramp Sample & Programs Sample pan90 mm diameter Programs stored30 Results storedUp to 9,999 Drying time6 sec – 999 min Shut-off modesAuto, semi-auto, SPRM, timed, manual Display & Interfaces DisplayBacklit LCD PrinterOptional YDP01MA Physical & Electrical Dimensions (W×D×H)350 × 453 × 156 mm Weight8.0 kg Power100–120 V, 50/60 Hz Calibration weight50 g (E2) external VerificationreproTEST function Standards StandardsASTM D6980, ISO 15512 Weighing Performance Max. capacity200 g Readability1 mg Moisture resolution0.01% Measurement range0.01% – 100% Repeatability (1 g)±0.2% Repeatability (5 g)±0.05% Heating System Heating element600 W AURI infrared heater Temperature range40°C – 160°C Standby temperature40°C – 100°C (selectable) Heating programsStandard, gentle drying Sample & Programs Typical sample size5 – 15 g Programs stored100 methods Results storedLast 999 measurements Display & Interfaces DisplayTouchscreen with curve display Status lampVisible up to 10 m; LED-lit chamber ConnectivityMini USB; SD card PrinterYDP30, YDP40 (auto-detect) Data protocolsSBI, table, text Method aidMethod Development Assistant Physical & Electrical Dimensions (W×D×H)215 × 400 × 210 mm Weight6.2 kg Power640 VA peak, 50/60 Hz Ambient temp.10°C – 30°C Calibration weightBuilt-in VerificationReproEasy Pad (~5 min) Washable parts✔ Heating unit + chamber plate Standards StandardsASTM D6980, ISO 15512 Quality systemIATF 16949 * Specifications sourced from Sartorius product data. Final configuration may vary by region and variant. ## FAQ's  Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – Common questions from QC managers, procurement officers, and R&D teams. What Moisture Analyzers does Flexitest supply for the plastic and polymer industry? Flexitest supplies two Sartorius Moisture Analyzer models: the **MA100 Infrared Moisture Analyzer** for standard plastic resin QC, and the **MA160 Moisture Analyzer** with touchscreen, 100-method library, and ReproEasy Pad performance verification. Both use the loss-on-drying (LOD) thermogravimetric method – compliant with **ASTM D6980** (Standard Test Method for Determination of Moisture in Plastics by Loss in Weight) and **ISO 15512** (Plastics – Determination of Water Content). Why is moisture testing critical before injection moulding or extrusion? Hygroscopic resins – Nylon (PA6/PA66), PET, PBT, Polycarbonate (PC), ABS – absorb moisture from ambient air during storage. Even 0.02% excess moisture above the resin processor’s recommended limit (per resin supplier specifications and **ASTM D6980**/** ISO 15512** drying verification requirements) causes surface bubbles, silver streaks, splay marks, voids, and reduced tensile and flexural strength in the finished moulded part. The moisture analyzer confirms the resin is within specification before processing– preventing defective production runs before they start. What is the difference between ASTM D1238 Procedure A and Procedure B? ASTM D882 is a standard test method for determining the tensile properties of thin plastic films with a thickness of less than 1.0 mm and is of great importance in the film packaging industry, both for quality control and research and development. It measures tensile strength, elongation at break, and tensile modulus of flexible packaging films including polyethylene, polypropylene, polyester, and laminate films. The ISO equivalent is ISO 527-3. A Flexitest UTM with film grips performs ASTM D882 testing accurately. What is MVR and when should it be measured instead of MFR? Both the MA100 and MA160 test all common hygroscopic thermoplastic resins per ** ASTM D6980** and **ISO 15512**: Nylon PA6 and PA66, PET (tested per **ASTM D6869**/** ISO 15512**), PBT, Polycarbonate PC, ABS, Acetal POM, PMMA, and engineering polymer blends. For ultra-low moisture below 50 ppm, **ASTM D6869** (Karl Fischer Coulometric method) is the reference standard – the MA160 LOD results can be cross-validated against KF data. Flexitest configures validated drying methods per resin grade at installation. What is the difference between the MA100 and MA160? **ASTM D6980** – Standard Test Method for Determination of Moisture in Plastics by Loss in Weight  specifies the thermogravimetric LOD method using a moisture analyzer with minimum resolution of **0.1 mg**, validated drying temperature, and endpoint criteria. It is the ASTM-recognised alternative to **ASTM D6869** (Karl Fischer Titration) for routine production floor resin testing. The international equivalent is **ISO 15512**. Both the MA100 and MA160 meet ASTM D6980 instrument requirements– delivering accepted, traceable moisture test records for incoming resin QC, drying verification, and process moisture control documentation. Do all Flexitest instruments come with calibration certificates? The **MA100** complies with **ASTM D6980** / **ISO 15512** for standard single-resin QC environments – infrared heating, fast results. The **MA160** adds: touchscreen interface; up to 100 stored and validated resin-specific drying methods (each compliant with **ASTM D6980** temperature and endpoint requirements); and the **ReproEasy Pad** – built-in 5-minute performance verification per **ISO 8655** weighing verification principles, confirming full instrument functionality without external weights. The MA160 is the preferred model for multi-resin labs, **IATF 16949** quality systems, and facilities requiring audit-ready instrument performance records. Can the Moisture Analyzer replace Karl Fischer Titration? For routine production floor QC – yes. **ASTM D6980** explicitly recognises the loss-on-drying moisture analyzer as the accepted alternative to **ASTM D6869** ( Karl Fischer Coulometric) and **ASTM D4672** (Karl Fischer Volumetric) for plastic resin moisture testing. The moisture analyzer requires no chemicals, no specialist training, delivers results in minutes, and can be used directly at the injection moulding or extrusion machine. Karl Fischer (ASTM D6869 / **ISO 15512 Annex A**) remains the reference method for very low moisture levels below **50 ppm** – for R&D or high-precision engineering polymer validation where maximum accuracy is required. What drying temperatures are recommended for common plastic resins per ASTM D6980? Per **ASTM D6980** and resin processor guidelines, validated drying temperatures are: Nylon PA6/PA66 – **160-180°C**; PET – **150-160°C** (per **ASTM D6980** / ** ISO 15512**); Polycarbonate PC – **120-130°C**; ABS – **80-100°C**; PBT – **150° C**; Acetal POM – **120°C**; PMMA – **80-90°C**. Per **ASTM D6980**, drying temperatures must be validated against Karl Fischer reference values (**ASTM D6869**) for each specific resin grade and colour – darker pigments absorb more infrared energy and may require temperature adjustment. Flexitest configures and documents all validated methods per resin at installation. ## Related Machines [⌊High Energy Impact Tester- Plastic and Polymer⌉⌊High Energy Impact Tester- Plastic and Polymer⌉[ [High Energy Impact Tester- Plastic and Polymer](https://flexitest.in/plastic-and-polymer/high-energy-impact-tester-plastic-and-polymer/) Compare IT503 and IT504 low-energy impact testers for Charpy and Izod testing of plastics. 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