Medical glove water-impermeability tester

The medical glove water-impermeability tester is used to determine the water-impermeability performance of medical rubber examination gloves, including those used for handling contaminated materials, as well as chemical and microbiological protective gloves.  It is also known as a medical glove water-impermeability testing instrument or rubber glove water-impermeability testing machine. It can be used for relevant testing and inspection by testing laboratories, glove manufacturers, and labor protection equipment inspection agencies.

Applications

The impermeability tester for medical gloves is mainly used to determine the impermeability of medical rubber examination gloves (including rubber examination gloves for handling contaminated materials, chemical and microbiological protection gloves). This kind of testing is of vital importance for ensuring the effectiveness and safety of gloves during medical procedures, as impermeability is a key indicator for evaluating whether gloves can effectively block the penetration of body fluids. The tester can be used by glove manufacturers and labor protection product inspection institutions to conduct relevant tests and inspections to ensure that products comply with relevant standards and regulations.

Standards

- GB 10213 - 2006 Impermeability Test in Appendix A of Medical Rubber Examination Gloves

- GB 7543 - 2006 Impermeability Test in Appendix A of Sterile Rubber Surgical Gloves

- ASTM D5151 Standard Test Method for Detection of Holes in Medical Gloves, etc.

Features

1. Independently designed and original, with a beautiful and elegant appearance.

2. The bucket is made of high-grade acrylic, which will never yellow.

3. Aluminum alloy frame and stainless steel fittings ensure sturdiness, durability, and resistance to deformation.

4. Equipped with lockable swivel casters for easy movement.

Technical Parameters

Accessoriess

1. Suspension device: The gloves are secured through a suspension system to prevent displacement during testing, thus avoiding deviations in the results.

2. Special sample clamp: Ensures a tight seal between the glove and the testing system, preventing liquid leakage that could affect the test results.

3. Pressure monitoring: Some models are equipped with a precision pressure gauge that displays the air pressure value in real time, with an accuracy of ±1kPa, ensuring testing stability.

Test Procedures

1. Preparation Before Operation

Equipment and Accessory Check:

Confirm that the instrument's transparent cylindrical tube (outer diameter 60mm, inner diameter 50mm, capacity 1000mL), multi-station (e.g., 12-station) automatic clamping function, automatic liquid filling, and timing module are functioning correctly; check that the equipment power supply and operating interface (Chinese and English touch screen) are stable.

Sample Preparation:

Select the medical gloves to be tested (e.g., rubber examination gloves, sterile surgical gloves), ensuring that the gloves are free of damage and stains, and conform to the product type corresponding to the test standard.

Standard Matching:

Clearly identify the standard to be followed for the test, and confirm the corresponding test duration requirements.

2. Equipment Parameter Settings

Start the instrument and select the matching test standard via the Chinese and English touch screen;

Set core parameters:

Liquid Filling Time: Set the automatic liquid filling duration according to the transparent cylindrical tube capacity (1000mL);

Test Time: Set the independent timer according to the duration required by the corresponding standard ;

Station Selection: Enable the required number of stations to improve testing efficiency.

3. Sample Installation

Place each medical glove onto the transparent cylindrical tube port of each station;

Activate the automatic clamping function of each station to fix the gloves and ensure they are in a vertical position, avoiding wrinkles or looseness (to prevent leakage during the test that is not due to the glove itself).

4. Automatic Liquid Filling and Test Start

Activate the automatic liquid filling function to fill each transparent cylindrical tube with water to 1000mL, ensuring the gloves are completely covered with water;

After confirming that the liquid filling is complete and there is no initial leakage, start the timer to begin the water tightness test.

5. Test Process Monitoring

During the test, observe the status of the gloves at each station: whether there is water leakage or penetration marks;

Maintain a stable testing environment (e.g., room temperature 20±5℃), avoiding external forces interfering with the equipment or gloves.

6. Test Completion and Result Determination

After the test duration is complete, stop the timer and drain the water from the cylindrical tube;

Remove the gloves and determine the results one by one: gloves without leakage are considered "qualified", and those with leakage are considered "unqualified";

Generate a test report using the equipment, recording sample information, test standards, and results for each test station.

7. Equipment Post-Maintenance

Clean any remaining water stains from the transparent cylindrical tube and the test station fixtures;

Check the operating status of the automatic liquid filling and clamping functions, organize and archive the test report, and ensure the stability of the equipment for future use.