Oxygen and Carbon Dioxide Package Headspace Analyzer  PAC CHECK Model 650 EC dual oxygen and carbon dioxide benchtop headspace analyzer from MOCON, Inc. is suited for low-headspace, pharma applications. The unit provides an efficient, accurate way to help users know if the correct balance of O2 and CO2 is being achieved to support shelf life and efficacy objectives. In addition, the line is a cost-effective option for smaller companies and fledgling businesses in emerging global economies.
The simplified menu structure lets users go from “set up to test” in <1 min, making the unit extremely fast and easy to operate. The analyzer can measure both O2 and CO2 concentration ranges from 0 to 100% in rigid, semi-rigid and flexible packages.
Furthermore, the unit allows both automatic and manual gas sampling. The manual mode, which relies on a septum and a syringe, is more suited for packages with smaller amounts of headspace. Gas collected via a syringe is then inserted into the instrument via a port and measurement takes place.
In the automatic mode, a septum is applied to the package via a pressure-sensitive adhesive. Next, a probe is inserted through the septum, creating a hermetic seal. A gas sample is drawn by pushing a button, which actives a pump creating a vacuum. The gas passes through the needle, tube assembly, and septum to the instrument’s sensors. Results are available in seconds.
The analyzer also includes Flo Smart technology and the Cal-Smart calibration feature. The Flo Smart sensing system knows when blockage has occurred in the testing line and notifies the operator so that faulty readings can be prevented.
The Cal-Smart features one-button calibration. It also uses ambient air and advanced electronic controls to perform a two-point calibration (0% and 21% gas levels) versus the commonly used room air or certified tank gas methods. Fast and easy two-point calibrations improve the accuracy and repeatability while reducing intervals between time-consuming certified gas calibrations. The unit also has temperature and pressure compensation for test consistency.
Additionally, the Pac Check 650EC targets cheese, meat, poultry, seafood, prepared meals, pasta, baked goods, fresh produce, carbonated soft drinks, coffee and a variety of other packaged food products.
MOCON, Inc.
7500 Boone Avenue North
Minneapolis MN 55428
Phone: 763-493-6370
Fax: 763-493-6358
http://www.mocon.com
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