PT086 Book Bend Stress Tester | ePassport Back-Pocket Durability Test Machine
Product Overview
The PT086 Book Bend Stress Tester is a self-contained, independent benchtop instrument designed to evaluate the mechanical durability of electronic passports (ePassports) and machine-readable passports (MRPs). It accurately reproduces the bending stress that occurs when a passport is carried in a rear pocket, helping manufacturers and test laboratories verify document resilience under realistic use conditions.
A foam-rubber insert simulates the passport being placed into a pocket, exactly as required by ISO and ICAO test methods. Operators can set test parameters directly on the color touchscreen interface, including cycle count and pressure dwell time, allowing both standard compliance tests and extended custom test routines.
Force range 150 - 500 N covers the standard 350 N reference force specified in ISO/IEC 18745 (2018) and ICAO V3.2 (2006), while also supporting tougher custom qualification tests.
1. Realistic Back-Pocket Simulation Foam-rubber fixture simulates inserting a passport into a back pocket, reproducing the pressure profile defined in international standards. | 2. Color Touchscreen Interface Quickly adjust cycle count, pressure time, and other test parameters on the built-in color touch display. |
3. Wide Programmable Force Range Adjustable from 150 N to 500 N to cover the standard 350 N reference and custom stress levels. | 4. Self-Contained Benchtop Design Independent unit with integrated controls; compact 400 x 400 x 500 mm footprint fits standard lab benches. |
| Item | Value |
| Model Number | PT086 |
| Description | Book Bend Stress Tester |
| Test Method | Rear-pocket bend stress simulation |
| Force Range | 150 - 500 N |
| Reference Force | 350 N (per ICAO / ISO) |
| Control Interface | Color touchscreen |
| Adjustable Parameters | Cycle count, pressure time |
| Simulation Insert | Foam rubber pocket simulator |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 400 x 400 x 500 mm |
| Net Weight | 56 kg |
| Power Supply | AC 100 - 230 V, 50 / 60 Hz |
| Typical Use | ePassport bend / stress durability testing |
The PT086 supports mechanical durability testing referenced in leading ePassport and travel-document standards:
- ISO/IEC 18745 (2018): Clause 8.6 - book bend stress test requirements for machine-readable passports, ensuring documents withstand repeated bending forces encountered in everyday carrying conditions.
- ICAO V3.2 (2006): Section 5.6 - durability and mechanical test methods for electronic passports, including the rear-pocket bend stress scenario.
Recommended Applications
ePassport Durability Labs Perform standardized book bend and rear-pocket stress tests to verify ePassport cover, inlay, and chip module survival. | Passport Personalization QC Check finished, personalized passports for structural integrity after lamination and chip implanting processes. |
Document Testing & Certification Generate reproducible test data for compliance reports, third-party certification, and tender qualification submissions. | R&D and Material Evaluation Adjust cycle count, pressure time, and force levels to evaluate new materials, adhesives, and cover designs beyond standard limits. |
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