Accurately assess pressure resistance to ensure long-term performance and regulatory compliance. compliant with ASTM D1599 & ISO 1167.
SCITEQ’s solution for short term pressure testing is purpose-built for the plastic pipe industry, offering precise, controlled testing of pipe samples under internal hydrostatic pressure until failure. This critical test simulates real-life stress conditions to verify structural integrity, prevent system failure, and ensure product reliability in the field.
SIGMA’s fast, user-friendly browser interface offers effortless control and monitoring of multiple simultaneous pressure tests, with features like dynamic finish-time adjustment, full station overview, and streamlined navigation.
The purpose of the short term pressure test is to determine the burst strength of pipes, tubing, or fittings by applying internal water pressure until failure occurs. The SCITEQ BurstONE plug’n play unit offers one pressure station supplying up to 200 bar and up to 15 l/min. The expandable SIGMA pressure system can be configured with a mix of pressure outlets according to your test needs and at the required pressure range and flow. Both solutions are controlled by the smart and intuitive online software
1. Prepare the Specimen: Pipe is cut to minimum 5x its outer diameter (min. 300 mm) and closed using end caps.
2. Fill the System with Water: The pipe is completely filled with water, ensuring no trapped air.
3. Temperature conditioning: The sample is conditioned at 23 ±2°C for at least 1 hour.
4. Test setup: The pipe is connected to a hydraulic pressure system and fully immersed in a temperature-controlled water bath
5. Pressure ramp: Internal pressure is increased continuously and uniformly so the sample bursts within 60–70 seconds.
6. Data recording: The maximum pressure at failure is recorded and reported. Any failure outside 60–70 seconds invalidates the test.
Important: Ensure all safety protocols are followed. Use protective barriers and personal protective equipment, as the failure may be sudden and forceful.
Use a pressure source such as SCITEQ BurstONE for this test. The BurstONE unit offers one pressure station with linear pressure ramp. A test report will be generated automatically via the SCITEQ control software.
This test is relevant for R&D or production validation when fast, destructive failure data is required.
Download PDFAirless short term and burst testing is performed with water. This test is often performed as a pre-production test to meet safety and quality standards. The vessel or specimen is filled with water and pressurized untill bursting. The pressure ramp is controlled by the SIGMA software ensuring accuracy and test data analysis. The pressure range for the SCITEQ pipe burst tester standard system is up to 200 bar. The unique software & intelligent dynamic regulation ensures the most stable and linear pressure regulation in the market. Learn more about the test process
As the demand for higher efficiency and data integration grows in modern production environments, traditional pressure test machines are showing their limits. The SIGMA pipe pressure test system offers a practical and forward-compatible solution for manufacturers working with PE, PEX, PVC, PP, PB, glass fibre pipes, tubes, and hoses.
Built around a modular, airless pressure syste with up to 50 independently run pressure stations, SIGMA allows for quick configuration and easy expansion—helping facilities scale testing capacity without the need for costly overhauls.
Compliant with ISO 1167, EN 12293, ASTM D1598, D1599, and equivalent standards, SIGMA meets today’s testing requirements while enabling smoother integration with Industry 4.0 and IoT workflows.
The result: lower total cost of ownership, better data traceability, and a testing platform ready for tomorrow’s production needs.
The advanced system of the SCITEQ Hydrostatic Pressure Test equipment providies pressure in the range from 6-200 bar with accuracy ≤ ± 1 bar of set pressure.
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The short time pressure test is performed by filling a test specimen with water, while making sure there is no air inside the test specimen and exposing it to a pressure by increasing the internal water pressure steadily and continuously. Maintain a consistent rate of pressure rise as specified in the standard. Observe the test closely. The test ends when the specimen ruptures or leaks. Record the maximum pressure reached before failure.
The short-time hydraulic pressure test for plastic pipes, tubing, fittings and storage vessels determines the ability to withstand rapidly increasing internal water pressure over a short period. The test specimen is pressurized until it reaches the burst point. The test assesses the short-term burst strength of the material by applying pressure until failure, providing important data on the structural integrity and performance limits of the components.
The SCITEQ BurstONE unit is designed for reliable and efficient short term pressure testing. The user-friendly software and dynamic regulation ensures the most stable and linear pressure regulation in the market. Compliance with both national and international standards is guaranteed in both batch testing verify the performance of finished products and material - as well as for R&D purposes.
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