Where the MTP-8 is a general purpose programmable press, the SFP-8 and SFP-13 are designed for the single task of scaled flow testing.

Their operation satisfies requirements of the IPC Scaled Flow Test Method 2.4, 38 and military Mil-P-I 3946. They can be used to measure polymer flow as well as for general purpose lamination at low forces. They can also serve as basic laboratory presses.

SFP-8 and SFP-13 provide well known Tetrahedron temperature and force accuracy - a must for closely repeatable results. The presses feature Blanchard-ground, stress-relieved platens with planar heaters, a pressure transducer and a low drag cylinder.

Rugged, powerful and precision-built to perform a variety of test jobs, our MTP-8 is one of the country's leading bench top presses.
Tetrahedron's advanced touch control instrumentation shares many features and quality characteristics with our much larger MTP floor models. This model is a prime example of the Tetrahedron mission. We are committed to ensuring that Tetrahedron remains not only up-to-date — but ahead as maker of the biggest values in compact and mid-range presses.

SFP-8, 10 Major Features

• Platen size, 8" x 8", 10" x 10"
• Maximum temperature, 600°F
• Thermal uniformity ± 4°F
• Heat rate, 15°F per minute
• Force: from 300 lbs. to 5 tons
• Accuracy: ± 1% of maximum force (½% optional)
• Pneumatic for smooth, quiet operation
• Vacuum chamber model available as original press or as a retrofit