What does the MVTA-50 measure for packaging?
It quantifies moisture-barrier performance: Water-vapor transmission rate (WVTR) Permeance and permeability Time-resolved vapor-mass gain Comparative barrier across films
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M19 Moisture Vapor Transmission Analyzer (MVTA-50) for packaging — AI-based, ultra-high-precision testing. Standards: ASTM E96.
Model: MVTA-50 · Industry: Packaging
Technology principle
The M19 Moisture Vapor Transmission Analyzer (MVTA-50) measures the water-vapor transmission rate (WVTR), permeance and permeability of packaging films and laminates using the ASTM E96 gravimetric upright-cup method. Barrier performance directly determines product shelf-life and protection against moisture. Purpose-built for packaging R&D and QA/QC, the MVTA-50 records vapor-mass gain across the specimen over time under controlled humidity to compute WVTR, giving film developers reliable, traceable barrier data.
Applications
- Flexible packaging films
- Laminated barrier structures
- Blister and lidding films
- Pouch and sachet materials
- Biodegradable packaging films
- Coated and metallised films
Key capabilities
- Lightweight, compact and ergonomically engineered, the M19 Moisture Vapor Transmission Analyzer (MVTA-50) pairs a 15" capacitive touchscreen with enhanced pressure- and flow-control hardware, so operators run a full packaging test sequence with minimal training and markedly shorter cycle times. Available in aluminum or stainless-steel variants, it ships with real-time remote support, USB connectivity and remote-control automation. Domestic manufacturing in India and the USA keeps maintenance cost and downtime low, and a 2-year extended warranty is available.
- Modern, low-training user interface
- Lightweight and portable chassis
- IP65 rated · GAMP 5 compliant
- Three secure user levels — Operator, Supervisor and Administrator
- Versatile connectivity — USB, Ethernet and Wireless LAN
- Flexible reporting — built-in thermal printer or network / PDF / CSV export
Technical specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Method | Cup + dynamic |
| Range | 0.1–9999 g/m²/24h |
| Temperature | 23 °C – 60 °C |
| Compliance | IS / ASTM / ISO |
Standards compliance
- ASTM E96
Frequently asked questions
How does it outperform manual cup testing?
Controlled humidity, automated logging and computed permeance/permeability improve repeatability and traceability over manual weigh-and-record methods.
How does the gravimetric method improve accuracy?
The ASTM E96 approach: Measures vapor-mass gain over time precisely Controls relative humidity across the cell Fits the transmission curve for stable WVTR Auto-calibrates for consistency
What are the advantages of domestic manufacturing?
Local build delivers: Faster service and local support Reduced lead time and spare-parts availability Lower import cost and easy customisation 2-year warranty with on-site support
Can it integrate into packaging QA workflows?
Yes — secure records, connectivity and PDF/CSV export let WVTR data feed film development and lot acceptance.
How does it support standards compliance?
Alignment to ASTM E96 plus tamper-proof records keeps barrier data audit-ready for QA and shelf-life studies.