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TA-Pro Series
Food Texture Analyzer

0.01N force resolution · 500Hz data capture · 50+ probes included · Full TPA curve

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KHT Instrument TA-Pro 200 Food Texture Analyzer front view
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0.01N
Resolution
500Hz
Sampling
50+
Probes
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Pricing
200/500N
Force
2yr
Warranty

Complete Specifications

TA-Pro 200
Standard Laboratory Model — Most Popular
SpecificationValue
Maximum Force Capacity200 N (20 kgf)
Force Resolution0.01 N (10 mN) — 10× finer than entry-level
Force Accuracy±0.5% full scale
Speed Range0.01 – 40 mm/s
Distance Range0 – 300 mm
Distance Resolution0.001 mm (1 μm)
Data Acquisition Rate500 Hz
Load Cell Options1N / 10N / 50N / 200N (interchangeable)
Temperature RangeAmbient (optional Peltier stage: 5–60°C)
ConnectivityUSB 2.0 to Windows PC
SoftwareTA-Analyzer Pro (Windows 10/11)
Power Supply100–240V AC, 50/60Hz
Dimensions (W×D×H)280 × 350 × 650 mm
Weight18 kg
Warranty2 years (parts + labor)
PricingRequest a quote (full probe kit included)
TA-Pro 500
High-Force Model — Meat, Cereal, Snack Bar
SpecificationValue
Maximum Force Capacity500 N (50 kgf)
Force Resolution0.01 N (10 mN)
Force Accuracy±0.5% full scale
Speed Range0.01 – 40 mm/s
Load Cell Options10N / 100N / 500N (interchangeable)
Data Acquisition Rate500 Hz
ConnectivityUSB 2.0 to Windows PC
Warranty2 years (parts + labor)
PricingRequest a quote (full probe kit included)

Probe and Fixture Library

Every TA-Pro ships with 50+ probes as standard. No extras to purchase — the complete kit arrives with your instrument.

Cylindrical compression probe on texture analyzer

Compression Probes

  • ›P/2 — 2mm cylinder (gel penetration, Bloom)
  • ›P/6 — 6mm cylinder (cheese, confectionery)
  • ›P/12.7 — 12.7mm cylinder (gelatin Bloom, AOAC 935.04)
  • ›P/25 — 25mm cylinder (bread, cake, TPA)
  • ›P/50 — 50mm flat platen (large samples)
  • ›P/HDP/90 — 90mm platen (whole loaf)
  • ›P/BALL/0.5 — 0.5mm ball (fruit skin)
Warner-Bratzler V-slot blade for meat tenderness testing

Cutting and Shear

  • ›WB/BS — Warner-Bratzler V-slot (meat WBSF)
  • ›TA/KSB — Kramer shear cell, 5-blade
  • ›TA/PBS — Pasta/bread slicing blade
  • ›TA/SBA — Single blade cutter (chocolate snap)
Cone penetrometer probe for butter and spreadability testing

Extrusion and Specialty

  • ›A/BE — Back extrusion 35mm (yogurt, pastes)
  • ›A/FE — Forward extrusion 25mm (dough)
  • ›A/3PB — Three-point bend rig (chocolate)
  • ›A/CONE/5° — Cone penetrometer (butter, IDF 261)
  • ›A/SPR — Spreadability rig
  • ›A/TEN — Tensile grips (dough, gum stretch)
  • ›A/NEEDLE — Needle probe 2mm (hard gels)

TA-Analyzer Pro Software

Windows 10/11. USB key license included. 50+ pre-loaded test methods. No subscription, no cloud required.

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Real-Time Curve Display

Live force-time and force-distance graph during testing. Auto-saves curves with timestamp and sample ID. Overlay multiple runs for batch comparison.

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Automated TPA Calculation

Run the TPA method and get all 7 parameters instantly: hardness, cohesiveness, springiness, gumminess, chewiness, resilience, and adhesiveness.

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50+ Pre-loaded Methods

Ready-to-use: Bloom gelatin strength (AOAC 935.04), Warner-Bratzler shear, bread staling index, butter cone penetration (IDF 261), chocolate snap, back extrusion.

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Export and Reporting

Export raw data to CSV/Excel. PDF reports with embedded curve images. Statistical summary: mean, SD, CV%. Pass/fail QC mode with configurable spec limits.

How the TA-Pro Compares

FeatureTA-Pro 200EU BrandUS Brand
Force Resolution0.01 N ✓0.1 N0.05 N
Sampling Rate500 Hz ✓500 Hz400 Hz
Probes Included50+ ✓5–108
TPA Auto-CalcYes ✓YesYes
Pre-loaded Methods50+ ✓20–3015–20
PricingRequest Quote ✓$10,000+$8,500+
Warranty2 years ✓1 year1 year
ISO 9001Yes ✓YesYes

Competitor names withheld. Pricing based on published list prices as of 2026.

Specification Questions

What specifications should I look for in a food texture analyzer?+
Key specs: force resolution (0.01N is best-in-class for food applications), sampling rate (≥500Hz for accurate TPA curve shape), speed range (0.01–40mm/s covers slow penetration to fast snap tests), and interchangeable load cells. For most food R and D, a 200N instrument with 1N and 50N load cells covers 95% of applications.
How does 0.01N resolution compare to standard instruments?+
0.01N = 10 millinewtons ≈ 1 gram-force. At this resolution, the analyzer detects texture differences equivalent to 1 gram placed on a sample. Entry-level instruments resolve to 0.1N — 10× coarser — meaning subtle reformulation changes (e.g., changing hydrocolloid concentration by 0.1%) may go undetected.
What probes and fixtures come with the TA-Pro?+
Every TA-Pro ships with 50+ probes: compression cylinders (2–90mm), Warner-Bratzler blades, Kramer shear cells, cone penetrometers, three-point bend rigs, back extrusion sets, and tensile grips. Most competitors sell these separately at $200–$800 each.
Can the TA-Pro run the AOAC 935.04 gelatin Bloom method?+
Yes. The TA-Pro with P/12.7 probe (½-inch cylinder) and the supplied Bloom jar follows the AOAC 935.04 / ISO 9665 protocol exactly. The software pre-loads the method: 6.5°C gel preparation, 0.5mm/s probe speed, and automatic Bloom grade calculation from peak force.
How do I connect the TA-Pro to my computer?+
USB 2.0 to any Windows 10/11 PC. Install TA-Analyzer Pro from the included USB key, plug in the instrument, and the system is operational within 15 minutes. No internet connection required for operation or calibration.

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Tell us your application — bread TPA, gel Bloom, meat tenderness, dairy spreadability — and we will specify the right model, load cells, and probe set.

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