NAPCO BTG-500 servo-hydraulic glass bottle burst tester front view showing the AISI 304 stainless steel frame and HMI.
Burst Testing

Glass Bottle Burst Tester — BTG-500

BTG-500

Servo-hydraulic internal pressure tester for glass bottles and containers — 0–60 bar, closed-loop servo control, Step and Ramp modes, ISO 7458 compliant, stainless steel AISI 304 frame.

Pressure Range0–60 bar
Control SystemDelta PLC
Drive SystemServo Motor (closed-loop)
Test MediumWater (hydraulic)
  • Closed-loop servo-hydraulic drive — exact pressure hold & linear ramp control
  • ISO 7458 Step Mode and Ramp Mode — both methods in one unit
  • 0–60 bar water hydraulic system — highest range in class, zero explosion risk
  • Full AISI 304 stainless steel construction

Product Overview

What Is a Servo-Hydraulic Glass Bottle Burst Tester?

A glass bottle burst tester measures the internal burst pressure of glass containers — the maximum pressure a bottle can withstand before failure. The BTG-500 uses a servo-driven hydraulic system with water to pressurize the container, delivering closed-loop precision and a safe, controlled test that meets ISO 7458 (glass containers — resistance to internal pressure). Because water is incompressible at test pressures, a glass failure produces a controlled leak rather than a violent burst, keeping operators safe and test data accurate.

Why Servo-Hydraulic Control Matters for ISO 7458 Compliance

ISO 7458 defines the method for evaluating the internal pressure resistance of glass containers used in the beverage, pharmaceutical, and chemical industries. Conventional pneumatic or standard pump testers suffer from pressure fluctuations during step holds or linear ramps. The BTG-500's closed-loop servo motor adjusts hydraulic pressure in real time, executing both Step mode (discrete pressure increments) and Ramp mode (continuous linear rise) with exact repeatability. Canadian buyers exporting to international markets rely on these precision ISO 7458 test reports to satisfy customer and regulatory requirements across the EU, UK, and North America.

Built for Demanding Glass QC Environments

The BTG-500 frame is fabricated entirely from AISI 304 stainless steel — corrosion-resistant, easy to clean, and built for the wet, aggressive environment of a glass QC line. At 130 kg and 86 × 72 × 50 cm, the unit is compact enough for a production floor or dedicated QC laboratory. Because pressurisation is driven directly by the servo-hydraulic system, the unit requires only standard 120 V, single-phase, 60 Hz power, facility water supply (1–5 bar inlet), and shop air (6–10 bar) for ancillary pneumatics — no high-pressure air compressors needed.

Why Choose BTG-500

Closed-loop servo-hydraulic precision vs. conventional air-based glass testers

FeatureCompetitorNAPCO Canada
Control & Drive SystemPneumatic / Open-loop pumpClosed-loop Servo-Hydraulic
Pressure Range0–40 bar (typical)0–60 bar
Test MediumCompressed airWater (hydraulic)
ISO 7458 Test ModesStep onlyStep + Ramp
Frame MaterialPainted steelAISI 304 stainless

Closed-Loop Servo Precision

Real-time servo motor feedback eliminates pressure overshoot during Step holds and guarantees exact linear Ramp rates per ISO 7458.

60 Bar Range

0–60 bar covers the full spectrum of glass container specifications — from standard beer bottles to high-pressure carbonated spirits.

Water Hydraulic Safety

Water as the test medium means a glass failure produces a controlled leak, not an explosive fragment event — critical for operator safety.

Step + Ramp Modes

Both ISO 7458 test methods in a single unit — Step mode for dwell-time protocols, Ramp mode for burst-pressure determination.

AISI 304 Stainless

Full stainless steel construction resists corrosion, cleaning agents, and spilled test water — built for a production-floor QC environment.

Minimal Infrastructure

Servo drive builds pressure internally from standard facility water (1–5 bar) and shop air (6–10 bar) — no high-pressure air compressors needed.

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Full Specifications

Pressure Range0–60 bar
Control SystemDelta PLC
Drive SystemServo Motor (closed-loop)
Test MediumWater (hydraulic)

Applications

Beverage — Beer, Sparkling Water & Spirits

Breweries, water bottlers, and distilleries rely on internal pressure testing to verify glass bottle integrity before filling. The BTG-500's 0–60 bar servo-hydraulic range covers standard carbonated beverages as well as high-pressure sparkling products, ensuring no under-strength bottle reaches the filling line.

Pharmaceutical — Vials, Ampoules & Bottles

Pharmaceutical packaging requires pressure testing to confirm that glass primary containers — vials, ampoules, and injection bottles — meet internal pressure resistance specifications. The BTG-500 provides the closed-loop repeatability and ISO 7458 test documentation required for cGMP compliance and regulatory submissions.

Chemical — Reagent & Specialty Bottles

Chemical industry glass containers must withstand the internal pressures generated by volatile contents, especially under temperature variation. The BTG-500 tests reagent bottles, specialty containers, and laboratory glass to confirm burst pressure margins before shipment or use.

Glass Manufacturer R&D & Production QC

Glass manufacturers use internal pressure testing at two stages: R&D, to validate new mould designs and glass formulations against target burst pressure specifications; and production QC, to monitor ongoing line output and catch defective batches before delivery to customers.

Quality Control on Filling Lines

Filling operations — whether carbonated beverages, still products, or pharmaceutical fills — require incoming glass inspection to quarantine sub-specification stock. Integrating the BTG-500 at goods receiving or as a periodic QC check prevents glass failures at the filler or in the field.

Applicable Standards

ISO 7458

Frequently Asked Questions

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Servo-hydraulic ISO 7458 glass testing, delivered to your Canadian facility.

The BTG-500 is in stock for fast delivery across Canada. Our team provides commissioning, operator training, and calibration certificates on request — everything your QC lab or glass line needs to be audit-ready from day one.

  • Closed-loop servo-hydraulic control — exact repeatability up to 60 bar
  • Step and Ramp modes — both ISO 7458 methods in one unit
  • Canadian service and calibration — on-site support across Canada

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0–60 bar

Servo-hydraulic range

ISO 7458

Step + Ramp modes

Servo

Closed-loop control