Cigarette Suction Resistance Tester

The Cigarette Suction Resistance Tester simulates a person's smoking action inhalation with a fixed flow of 17.5 ml / s of flow air and then generates a certain vacuum pressure at the suction end of the cigarette. This pressure is the resistance of the suction, referred to as the suction resistance, and the pressure can be measured to measure the suction resistance.

Application

This instrument is widely used in tobacco laboratories and manufacturing environments for:

Finished cigarette draw resistance testing

Filter rod ventilation and resistance evaluation

Cigar suction resistance measurement

Tobacco product quality control and batch consistency verification

Applicable test samples include:

Cigarettes (king size, slim, etc.)

Filter rods (acetate, composite filters)

Cigars and similar smoking products

Standards

(1) ISO 6565 — Determination of draw resistance of cigarettes and pressure drop of filter rods

(2) ISO 3402 — Atmosphere for conditioning and testing tobacco products

(3) CORESTA Recommended Methods — Tobacco and cigarette testing procedures

(4) GB/T 16447 — Cigarettes and filter rods — Determination of draw resistance

Technical Parameters

Features

The use of high-precision large-scale imported electronic flow sensors and pressure sensors can accurately measure the smoke suction performance.

A key test. Install the sample, and just press a button. Then, you can quickly test the result. The instrument with USB interface, you can use the software to count, analyze test the results , and print the standard test report, you can also save the test report as EXCEL format.

Compact structure, space-saving design, easy to use.

FAQ

(1) Why is 17.5 ml/s used as the standard airflow?

This flow rate is defined in ISO 6565 to simulate typical human puffing conditions. It ensures that test results are comparable across laboratories and reflect real smoking behavior.

(2) What does draw resistance indicate?

Draw resistance represents the pressure drop across the cigarette during inhalation. It directly affects smoking comfort and is typically controlled within a specific kPa range depending on product design.

(3) How is measurement accuracy ensured?

Accuracy depends on calibrated pressure and flow sensors, stable airflow control, and proper sample installation. Regular calibration and clean test ports are essential for reliable results.

(4) Can filter rods be tested separately?

Yes, the instrument supports both finished cigarettes and standalone filter rods, in accordance with ISO 6565 and related standards for pressure drop measurement.

(5) What factors influence test results?

Key factors include sample conditioning (temperature and humidity per ISO 3402), airflow stability, and sealing at the test port. Improper conditions can lead to deviations in measured pressure drop.