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Product Description

The Acutek fruit penetrometer measures the firmness of fruit such as apple, pear, strawberry, grape, melon and banana, to judge maturity, picking time and storage. Choose FP-501 (3.5 mm head, soft fruit) or FP-503 (8 mm head, soft and hard fruit).

Key features

  • FP-501: 3.5 mm head for soft fruits; FP-503: 8 mm head for both soft and hard fruits
  • Dual scale: kg/cm² and Pa
  • Alloy measuring head
  • Small, light and easy to carry
  • Helps decide maturity, picking and storage time

Technical specifications

Parameter Specification
Make Acutek
Model FP-501 / FP-503
FP-501 3.5 mm test head; mainly for soft fruit (apple, pear, strawberry, grape)
FP-503 8 mm test head; for soft and hard fruit
Scale unit kg/cm² and Pa (dual display)
Measuring principle Fruit firmness P = N/S (force over pressure-head area)

Supplied with

Instrument as per manufacturer packing (please confirm exact inclusions with Labmart).

Frequently asked questions

What are the key specifications of the FP-501 / FP-503?

FP-501: 3.5 mm test head; mainly for soft fruit (apple, pear, strawberry, grape); FP-503: 8 mm test head; for soft and hard fruit; Scale unit: kg/cm² and Pa (dual display); Measuring principle: Fruit firmness P = N/S (force over pressure-head area).

What is the FP-501 / FP-503 used for?

Measuring fruit firmness to judge maturity, picking time, processing and storage.

What is the difference between FP-501 and FP-503?

FP-501 has a 3.5 mm head for soft fruit; FP-503 has an 8 mm head and can test both soft and hard fruit.

Which fruits can it test?

Apple, pear, strawberry, grape, melon, watermelon, banana and similar fruit, depending on the model.

How is firmness calculated?

Fruit firmness P is the force on the spring divided by the area of the pressure head.

What is supplied with the FP-501 / FP-503?

Instrument as per manufacturer packing (please confirm exact inclusions with Labmart).

Which brand is the FP-501 / FP-503?

It is supplied under the Acutek brand by Labmart (Chemlab Equipment), India.

Does the FP-501 / FP-503 need installation?

No installation is described for this product. Please refer to the instruction manual supplied, and contact Labmart if you need usage guidance.

Can I get a GST invoice and a bulk or institutional quotation?

Yes. Labmart (Chemlab Equipment) supplies against a GST invoice and provides quotations for colleges, hospitals, pharma companies and government labs, including bulk and tender requirements. Contact us with your requirement for a formal quotation.

What is the warranty and delivery time?

Warranty terms and delivery time depend on the product and your location, and are not stated in the manufacturer catalogue. Please contact Labmart for the warranty terms and a delivery estimate before ordering.

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