Mounting Flexible Packages; Figure 6-2: Flexible Package Test Cartridge - Ametek mocon AQUATRAN 3/40 Operator's Manual

AQUATRAN Model 3/40 Operator's Manual Testing Packages
opening is cut in the foil to allow the carrier gas to sweep the inside of the package. The foil containing the
package is then mounted in the Test Cartridge.
More detailed information on using a Rigid Package Test Cartridge is provided in the "User Guide" included
with each Test Cartridge.

Mounting Flexible Packages

A flexible package such as a bag or pouch does not contain a rigid planar surface that can easily be sealed
to a mounting foil. The Flexible Package Test Cartridge is designed for testing fully sealed flexible bags and
pouches. A seal is made to the sample without requiring the use of adhesives.
A hole is punched through both sides of the fully sealed package near one of the edges. A device, referred
to as the Carrier Plate, is then inserted into the package through the opening. The package is then mounted
to the Test Cartridge using a "Clamp Plate". The Test Cartridge, Carrier Plate and Clamp Plate seal the
openings in the package envelope and allow carrier gas to sweep the inside of package.
More detailed information on using the Flexible Package Test Cartridge is provided in the "User Guide"
included with the Test Cartridge.

Figure 6-2: Flexible Package Test Cartridge

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