Description
TorqTraQ® complements your SecurePak lab torque test equipment by taking torque checks out to the factory floor. Use this handheld torque tester on the production line for maintenance, capper head setup and quick spot checks, without hauling a benchtop tester or heavy manual tools to the line.
A unique capper setup feature lets one device perform a head setup or check while the head is still mounted in the capper system.
Watch TorqTraQ® Measure Cap Torque on the Line
This short tutorial shows how TorqTraQ® engages a closure through its interchangeable chuck to measure application and removal torque on the spot, then stores each reading for download.
How to Measure Cap Torque With TorqTraQ®
- Step 1: Select the TorqTraQ® chuck that matches the size of your closure.
- Step 2: Fit the chuck into the TorqTraQ® and secure it.
- Step 3: Fit the TorqTraQ® to your bottle closure and measure application torque.
- Step 4: Press the “Zero” button to record and store the reading in the device memory.
- Step 5: Fit the TorqTraQ® and measure removal torque.
- Step 6: Press the “Zero” button to record and store the reading in the device memory.
- Step 7: Repeat the process for up to 250 readings.
- Step 8: Connect the TorqTraQ® to a computer with a USB cable to download your torque data.
- Step 9: In the included software, click “View Data”, then “Report”, and export the data to a spreadsheet.
Handheld vs. Benchtop Cap Torque Testers
Benchtop cap torque testers clamp the container in a fixed fixture, which makes them the standard for QC lab sampling and documented audits. A handheld bottle cap torque tester goes where the bottles are. TorqTraQ® lets operators check torque at the filler, set up a capper head without removing it, and confirm a fix on the spot, then hand the data back to the lab.
Most plants use both: benchtop testers for scheduled lab checks, and TorqTraQ® for everything that happens on the line. TorqTraQ® handheld digital cap torque tester fits a range of production and testing environments:
- Filling line
- Research and development
- Maintenance shops
- Customer service visits
- Capping machine setup
Features
- Compact, lightweight, ergonomic—this handheld bottle cap torque tester fits comfortably in your hand.
- Proven reproducibility across operators in multi‑client R&R studies
- Closure‑specific chuck ensures proper use.
- Data capture via USB port.
- Host PC software includes user‑friendly reporting.
- Calibration certificate provided; cycles monitored with alerts for recalibration.
- Water‑resistant construction.
Specifications
- U.S. PAT #6,910,390
- Range (application & removal): 2.0 to 50.0 in·lb
- Units: in·lb, ft·lb, in·oz, N·m, kg·M (user selectable)
- Resolution: 0.1 in·lb
- Accuracy/linearity: ±0.5% F.S. / ±0.5% F.S.
- Maximum load: 100 in·lb
- Internal memory: 250 samples
- Alarm thresholds: adjustable (1.0 to 50.0 in·lb)
- Storage & operating temperature: 32°F to 120°F (0°C to 48°C)
- Operating humidity: <95% R.H. non‑condensing
- Water‑resistance rating: IPX4
- Automatic shut‑off: adjustable (1–255 s)
- Continuous operation time: >9 hours
- Power supply (charging): powered USB port or USB charger
Compatible Closures and TorqTraQ® Chucks
TorqTraQ® reads torque through an aluminum chuck matched to your closure or capper finish, and chucks swap in seconds. Standard Beverage Closure Chucks are available for:
- 28mm 1881 standard closures
- 28mm 1810 standard closures
- 26P water closures
- 38mm hot fill and 38mm dairy closures
- 43mm hot fill closures
Standard capper chucks cover 28mm 1881, 28mm 1810, 38mm DBJ and 30/25 water finishes. Closures outside these lists use Advanced Beverage Closure Chucks, and complex parts such as pumps and spray nozzles use custom Specialty Closure Chucks. Send SecurePak sample closures, or the ISBT drawing number, and the team will confirm the right fit.
Talk to SecurePak About TorqTraQ® for Your Line
Ready to bring torque checks to your line? Call 419-893-9965 or email sales@secure-pak.com to confirm the right chucks for your closures and check lead times. Then explore our full range of torque test equipment and calibration and repair services to round out your cap torque testing program.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to provide closure samples when ordering a chuck?
Yes. After purchase, you may be asked to send sample closures to ensure the correct Standard Beverage Closure Chuck is selected. If available, you should also provide the ISBT drawing number for the closure.
Can TorqTraQ® be used to test and calibrate capping machines?
Yes. TorqTraQ® can work with capper chucks that fasten into the device to replicate the bottle finish, allowing it to test and calibrate capping machines. A bottle “finish” drawing (.stp file) is required.
Where can TorqTraQ® be used?
TorqTraQ® is designed for a variety of production and testing environments, including filling lines, research and development labs, maintenance shops, customer service visits, and capping machine setup.
Does TorqTraQ® store measurement data?
Yes. The device includes internal memory that can store up to 250 samples, and data can be captured and transferred via a USB port.
What measurement units are available on TorqTraQ®?
Users can select from several measurement units, including in·lb, ft·lb, in·oz, N·m, and kg·M.
What level of accuracy does TorqTraQ® provide?
TorqTraQ® offers ±0.5% full-scale accuracy and linearity, with a resolution of 0.1 in·lb.
How long can TorqTraQ® operate on a single charge?
TorqTraQ® can operate continuously for more than nine hours and is charged through a powered USB port or USB charger.
Is TorqTraQ® water-resistant?
Yes. The device features water-resistant construction and is rated IPX4.
Does TorqTraQ® include calibration support?
Yes. A calibration certificate is provided, and the device monitors usage cycles and alerts users when recalibration is needed.
