{"product_id":"manual-method-a-b-dart-drop-tester","title":"Manual Method A\u0026B Dart Drop Tester","description":"\u003ch2\u003eManual Method A\u0026amp;B Dart Drop Tester Model DX-8165AB\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQualitest provides a complete range of manual and pneumatic dart impact testers, dart heads, weights, and stems designed to meet ASTM D1709 standards. The Model DX-8165AB is a versatile Manual Method A\u0026amp;B Dart Drop Tester designed for conducting both Method A and Method B impact resistance tests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis manual clamping-style dart impact tester features two toggle clamps for securing the upper clamp ring and a manual thumb screw release mechanism for the dart holder. It is designed to evaluate the impact strength of plastic films, sheets, and laminated materials through the free-falling dart impact test method.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor Method A testing, the DX-8165AB uses a 26-inch (66.0 cm) drop height with a 412-gram dart weight configuration. Method B testing uses a 60-inch (154.2 cm) drop height with a 1310-gram dart weight configuration, allowing accurate measurement of material resistance against sudden impact forces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe system includes complete dart assemblies for both testing methods, featuring a phenolic dart head for Method A, a stainless steel dart head for Method B, dart stems, set collars, and a full range of dart weights. The DX-8165AB provides a reliable solution for quality control and laboratory testing of plastic film and sheet materials according to ASTM D1709 requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eImproved Film and Sheet Quality, Enhanced Production Efficiency\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Series 8000 Dart Impact Tester is a dependable testing solution for monitoring nominal and peak impact strength characteristics of plastic films and sheets. It helps manufacturers improve quality control, optimize processes, and support product development through accurate impact resistance evaluation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKey applications include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptimizing production processes and additive settings for improved material performance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupporting research and development of new film and sheet products\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInspecting incoming film and sheet materials to verify quality standards\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerforming in-process testing to ensure products meet specifications during converting operations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eManual Method A\u0026amp;B Dart Drop Tester Model DX-8165AB Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Series 8000 Dart Impact Tester meets ASTM D1709 Method A and Method B requirements for free-falling dart impact testing of plastic films. It provides an accurate and efficient solution for evaluating the impact resistance and durability of film and sheet materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdvanced Technical Features:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimple Manual or Pneumatic-Assisted Operation:\u003cbr\u003eSelect from manual operation or pneumatic-assisted options for dart release and film\/sheet sample clamping. Pneumatic clamping and automatic dart release options are ideal for laboratories requiring frequent testing and improved workflow efficiency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlexible Method A \u0026amp; B Testing Capability:\u003cbr\u003eThe tester offers a portable and expandable design with configurations available for Method A testing or combined Method A \u0026amp; B testing. Custom dart stems, weights, and extensions are available to support specific testing requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCost-Effective Testing Solution:\u003cbr\u003eThe Series 8000 Dart Impact Tester delivers reliable performance and accurate results at an economical price, making it suitable for quality control laboratories, research facilities, and production environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eManual Method A\u0026amp;B Dart Drop Tester Model DX-8165AB Technical Specifications \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"5\" border=\"1\" class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel DX-8165A\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel DX-8285A\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel DX-8165AB\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel DX-8285AB\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMode of operation:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOff-line testing \/ lab use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOff-line testing \/ lab use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOff-line testing \/ lab use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOff-line testing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAll sheet materials\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAll sheet materials\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAll sheet materials\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAll sheet materials\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTest Method Drop Height:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMethod A 26 inch (66 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMethod A 26 inch (66 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMethods A \u0026amp; B 26 inch (66 cm) and 60 inch (152 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMethods A \u0026amp; B 26 inch (66 cm) and 60 inch (152 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDart Release Mechanism:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManual - Thumb Screw\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePneumatic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManual - Thumb Screw\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePneumatic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSample Clamp Mechanism:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManual - Toggle Clamp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePneumatic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManual - Toggle Clamp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePneumatic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDart Sets Included:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod A:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(412 gram)\u003cbr\u003e(2) 120 gr.\u003cbr\u003e(1) 60 gr.\u003cbr\u003e(1) 30 gr.\u003cbr\u003e(2) 15 gr.\u003cbr\u003e(2) 5 gr.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod A:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(412 gram)\u003cbr\u003e(2) 120 gr.\u003cbr\u003e(1) 60 gr.\u003cbr\u003e(1) 30 gr.\u003cbr\u003e(2) 15 gr.\u003cbr\u003e(2) 5 gr.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod A:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(412 gram)\u003cbr\u003e(2) 120 gr.\u003cbr\u003e(1) 60 gr.\u003cbr\u003e(1) 30 gr.\u003cbr\u003e(2) 15 gr.\u003cbr\u003e(2) 5 gr.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMethod B:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(1310 gram)\u003cbr\u003e(2) 320 gr.\u003cbr\u003e(1) 160 gr.\u003cbr\u003e(1) 80 gr.\u003cbr\u003e(2) 40 gr.\u003cbr\u003e(2) 15 gr.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod A:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(412 gram)\u003cbr\u003e(2) 120 gr.\u003cbr\u003e(1) 60 gr.\u003cbr\u003e(1) 30 gr.\u003cbr\u003e(2) 15 gr.\u003cbr\u003e(2) 5 gr.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMethod B:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(1310 gram)\u003cbr\u003e(2) 320 gr.\u003cbr\u003e(1) 160 gr.\u003cbr\u003e(1) 80 gr.\u003cbr\u003e(2) 40 gr.\u003cbr\u003e(2) 15 gr.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptional Weights ASTM D1709 Suggested:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod A:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(8) 60 gr.\u003cbr\u003e(8) 30 gr.\u003cbr\u003e(8) 15 gr.\u003cbr\u003e(2) 5 gr.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod A:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(8) 60 gr.\u003cbr\u003e(8) 30 gr.\u003cbr\u003e(8) 15 gr.\u003cbr\u003e(2) 5 gr.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod A:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(8) 60 gr.\u003cbr\u003e(8) 30 gr.\u003cbr\u003e(8) 15 gr.\u003cbr\u003e(2) 5 gr.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMethod B:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(8) 90 gr.\u003cbr\u003e(8) 45 gr.\u003cbr\u003e(2) 15 gr.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod A:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(8) 60 gr.\u003cbr\u003e(8) 30 gr.\u003cbr\u003e(8) 15 gr.\u003cbr\u003e(2) 5 gr.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMethod B:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(8) 90 gr.\u003cbr\u003e(8) 45 gr.\u003cbr\u003e(2) 15 gr.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDart Head Material Provided:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePhenolic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePhenolic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePhenolic (Method A), Stainless (Method B)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePhenolic (Method A), Stainless (Method B)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAir Requirements:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60 psi Dry \u0026amp; 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