​​​Hard​ness Test​​ for Tablets​​​

Teledyne LABS offers both manual and automated tablet hardness testers. ​​​Tablet hardness testing​ is a method of determining mechanical properties of a drug product, typically oral dosage forms such as a solid dose tablet. Tablet​ breaking force (commonly called tablet hardness) is a crucial characteristic in the manufacture of solid dose formulations. Tablet hardness testing is a major step in tablet consistency and quality control. ​

LAB.line Tablet Hardness Testers

​​Teledyne Hanson offers a manual, se​mi-automated and fully automatic tablet hardness testing machine for virtually any hardness testing application. Determining tablet breaking force is imperative to the research, development and manufacturing process. With Teledyne Hanson, you get accurate, consistent test results and a built-in digital display providing hardness value and other tablet and capsule attributes in detail. Our instruments also test tablet and capsule size and weight. We’re confident you’ll find a tablet hardness tester in our line that works for you.​​​​

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you test tablet har​​dness?

Tablet hardness is tested in the pharmaceutical industry to assure that a medication in tablet form can withstand the manufacturing and shipping processes without breaking. A hardness tester might apply pressure directly to the tablet. A snap or bending test might also be conducted.

What is the name of the tab​​let hardness tester for tablets?

The Kraemer Elektronik tablet testing machine incorporates a patented feeder chute. Tablets are transported along testing points that measure weight, length/diameter, width, capsule and tablet hardness, and thickness.

What is the most accurate ta​blet hardness tester?

Source: Wikipedia​

Kraemer Elektronik's tablet hardness testing system was the first automatic tablet hardness testing machine for auto-regulation at tablet presses. It was invented by German mechanical engineer, Norbert Kraemer. ​

​Where can I learn more?

To learn more, see​ Hardness Test: Basic Principles and Methods ​