BTE-200: Buckle Tester for Cans and Seamed Ends

CMC-KUHNKE’s BTE-200 – Buckle Tester for Cans and Seamed Ends is an automatic, easy to use pressure of no return (PNR) tester for three-piece seamed cans. The system tests the maximum pressure applied to the can, where the can bottom still returns to its original position. The automatic results and the pressure graph are displayed in the built-in monitor. The hardware consists of a robust pressure chamber with a protective door and multiple safety features.

The operator positions an empty can inside the pressure chamber and locks it in the holding mechanism. Multiple adaptors are supplied for different can diameters. As soon as the safety door is locked, the operator presses the Start button to begin the measurement. Controlled air pressure is provided from the bottom and the pressure is gradually increased until all beads have buckled.

At the end of the measurement, the software automatically detects and displays the buckle points for each bead on the graphs.