{"product_id":"total-energy-dart-drop-impact-tester-series-dx-8400","title":"Total Energy Dart Drop Impact Tester Series DX-8400","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-end=\"55\" data-start=\"0\" data-section-id=\"1rhtnih\"\u003eDX-8400 Series Total Energy Dart Drop Impact Tester\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"460\" data-start=\"57\"\u003eThe DX-8400 Series Total Energy Dart Drop Impact Tester is a high-performance laboratory instrument designed to evaluate the impact resistance of plastic films and sheets. Engineered for reliable, repeatable results, this advanced testing system delivers precise impact energy analysis while supporting efficient laboratory workflows and compliance with internationally recognized testing standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVersatility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasurement Precision\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutomation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSafety and Innovation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompliance and Capacity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUser-Friendly Interface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTotal Energy Dart Drop Tester – DX-8400 Series Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DX-8400 Series Total Energy Dart Drop Tester is a high-performance testing system designed to evaluate the impact resistance of plastic films and sheets. Engineered for laboratories, blown film extrusion facilities, and flexible packaging manufacturers, this advanced series delivers accurate, repeatable impact data while improving testing efficiency. With total energy measurement capabilities, the DX-8400 Series supports comprehensive material evaluation and streamlined quality control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDX-8485-A Total Energy Dart Drop Tester\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DX-8485-A Total Energy Dart Drop Tester is a precision instrument designed for impact testing of plastic films and sheets. Featuring advanced total energy measurement technology, it simplifies the testing process by automatically measuring and recording dart weight, eliminating manual weighing and data entry. This approach improves testing accuracy, minimizes operator error, and accelerates both total energy and staircase dart drop calculations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn integrated velocity meter measures dart speed, allowing operators to perform total energy testing alongside conventional pass\/fail and staircase dart drop methods. Unlike traditional procedures that may require multiple drops, the total energy test determines the actual impact resistance from a single dart drop, significantly reducing test time while delivering reliable, repeatable results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDX-8585-A Advanced Dart Drop \u0026amp; Total Energy Impact Tester\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHigh-Capacity Total Energy Dart Drop Impact Tester for Plastic Films and Sheets\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DX-8585-A Advanced Dart Drop \u0026amp; Total Energy Impact Tester is a high-capacity laboratory system developed for plastic film and sheet testing. Designed for blown film extrusion and flexible packaging applications, it combines multiple testing methods into a single instrument while delivering fast, accurate, and consistent impact analysis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerforms pass\/fail, staircase, and total energy dart drop tests using one integrated system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAutomatically measures and records dart weight through the DX-8300 Dart Drop Software, improving testing accuracy and reducing manual data entry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDisplays graphical test data, allowing users to compare dart impact strength with pass, caution, and fail conditions for better process evaluation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEliminates manual dart weighing, reducing testing time and minimizing operator-related errors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeatures a laser-based velocity measurement system for precise dart speed monitoring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDetermines actual impact resistance with a single total energy test, offering a faster alternative to conventional pass\/fail and staircase testing methods that typically require multiple dart drops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTotal Energy Dart Drop Tester DX-8485-A Key Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll-in-One Testing Capability – Performs pass\/fail, staircase, and total energy dart drop tests with a single instrument, simplifying laboratory workflows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImproved Accuracy \u0026amp; Efficiency – Integrates with the DX-8300 Dart Drop Software to automatically measure and record dart weight, reducing manual data entry while increasing testing precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReal-Time Performance Analysis – Displays graphical results that compare dart impact strength with pass, caution, and fail conditions, helping users evaluate material performance and optimize production processes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DX-8485-A Total Energy Dart Drop Tester delivers fast, accurate, and repeatable impact testing, providing laboratories and manufacturers with a reliable solution for advanced plastic film evaluation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTotal Energy Dart Drop Tester DX-8585-A Key Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DX-8585-A Total Energy Dart Drop Tester is designed to meet the requirements of ASTM D4272 for Total Energy Impact Testing and ASTM D1709 for Free-Falling Dart Impact Testing of plastic films.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupports high-capacity brittleness testing of plastic sheets with dart loads up to 4,500 grams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntegrated tube-mounted speed sensor minimizes vibration effects, delivering more consistent velocity measurements with heavier dart assemblies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePneumatic, control-integrated dash-pot dart capture system safely handles dart loads up to 5,000 grams, with built-in safety interlocks that prevent dart release until the capture bucket is correctly positioned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProtective guards and enhanced safety features provide secure sample loading and accurate dart guidance throughout the testing process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUpdated pneumatic dart release system includes an integrated load cell, supporting the five standard missile weights used for total energy testing while allowing keypad selection of custom missile weights from 1,500 to 4,500 grams for testing plastic sheets up to 25 mils thick.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDX-8300 Dart Drop Software\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DX-8300 Dart Drop Software is designed for use with both pneumatic and electronic Dart Drop Impact Testers, providing advanced data collection, analysis, and reporting capabilities. Developed to support laboratory quality control and research applications, the software delivers accurate, repeatable results while simplifying test documentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompatible with pneumatic and electronic dart drop impact testing systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAutomated data collection and report generation for improved workflow efficiency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReduces manual data entry, minimizing operator errors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvides detailed test records for quality assurance and traceability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupports compliance with ASTM D1709 and ISO 7765-1 for dart drop impact testing of plastic films.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUser-friendly interface for quick test setup, data review, and report management.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Total Energy Dart Drop Impact Tester Series DX-8400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0786\/1859\/1543\/files\/Total_20Energy_20Dart_20Drop_20Impact_20Tester_20_20Series_20Software.webp?v=1785234060\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Total Energy Dart Drop Impact Tester Series DX-8400\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0786\/1859\/1543\/files\/Total_20Energy_20Dart_20Drop_20Impact_20Tester_20_20Series_20Software_1.webp?v=1785234059\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003etable {\n      width: 100%;\n      border-collapse: collapse;\n      margin-top: 20px;\n    }\n    th, td {\n      border: 1px solid black;\n      padding: 8px;\n      text-align: left;\n    }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e Total Energy Dart Drop Impact Tester Specifications:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eModel DX-8485-A\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel DX-8485-A\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 Pass\/fail dart drop testing Staircase dart drop testing Total energy impact testing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterials\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlastic Films\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTest Method\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMethod A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDrop Height:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e26-inch (66 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eActuation Method\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElectronic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDart 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