Bursting strength of paper or board

Burst strength measures the maximum hydraulic pressure that the sample withstands without breaking. Paper's or board's burst strength is the most commonly used test value alongside SCT (short-term compression strength). With this test, you will get the bursting strength of your material as per standard ISO 2759.

Suitable sample matrices
Paper and board
Required sample quantity
10 A4 sheets
Typical turnaround time
2 weeks after receiving the samples
Available quality systems
Accredited test method

Pricing and online order

Price per sample (Excl. VAT):
90 €

We also charge a 97 € service fee per order.

Large batches of samples are eligible for discounts.

Samples are entered during checkout.

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