Downloads
Brochures for our testing machines can be downloaded in PDF format:
C53 Brochure (PDF 87kB)
CT6 Brochure (PDF 203kB)A Windows® driver is available for use with the USB interface on the C53 and CT6 Testing Machines. The driver should be installed BEFORE connecting the C53 or CT6 to the computer; this will allow Windows® to install the correct driver automatically. Once installed, a COM port will be created allowing access to the machine in the same way as the RS232 port allows, such as by using Hpyerterminal. See the PDF file below for installation instructions.
C53 / CT6 USB Driver for Windows® XP / Vista / 7, 32 or 64-bit (EXE 282 kb)
C53 / CT6 Windows® USB Driver Installation Instructions (PDF 185 kB)
New versions of the operating firmware in the C53 Tablet Hardness Tester are released
occasionally. The current firmware version is v1.20. This adds a number of new functions, including
calculation of statistics for thickness & weight, and storage & recall of test results & statistics.
C53 users can request new firmware to be emailed
to them using our contact form. Please include your company details and machine
serial number when requesting a firmware update. Firmware can be loaded into the machine from a
Windows® PC via either the RS232 or USB port using the software provided below. This software also includes
a function to check online for new firmware updates. Instructions for updating the firmware
will be emailed with the new firmware.
C53 Firmware Loader for Windows® XP / Vista / 7, 32 or 64-bit (EXE 368 kB)
The current firmware version available for the CT6 testing machine is v2.04. When available, firmware
updates can be requested using our contact form. Please include your company
details and machine serial number when requesting an update. Firmware can be loaded into the
machine from a Windows® PC via either the RS232 or USB port, software to do this will be provided once an
update is available. Instructions for updating the firmware will be emailed with the new firmware.Handbooks
Handbooks for all current & discontinued products can be found here
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