ISO 8537

Sterile single-use syringes, with or without needle, for insulin

ISO 8537 Introduction

In the medical field, syringes for insulin delivery demand the highest level of reliability and safety. The ISO 8537 standard—Sterile single-use syringes, with or without needle, for insulin—outlines essential methods to test the performance of these devices. Ensuring that each syringe passes rigorous assessments for leak detection, sealing performance, y functionality is critical to patient safety.

ISO 8537 Overview and Significance

ISO 8537 defines specifications and test methods for single-use insulin syringes to confirm their usability, mechanical integrity, and fluid-tight sealing under expected operating conditions. The standard focuses on critical components such as the piston seal, nozzle/hub connection, and the interaction between the plunger and rubber stopper.

Syringes that fail to meet ISO 8537 criteria may pose risks such as improper dosage, contamination, or fluid leakage—making these tests vital for quality assurance and regulatory compliance.

Syringe Leak Detection and Sealing Performance Testing

Leak detection and sealing evaluations are among the most crucial components of syringe performance testing. ISO 8537 outlines procedures in Annex B, Annex E, y Annex F to ensure syringes maintain integrity under aspiration and compression.

To assess air leakage past the piston (Annex B) o nozzle-hub connections (Annex F) during aspiration:

The syringe is filled with distilled water (≥25% of nominal capacity).
El plunger is withdrawn to the full graduated capacity and fixed in place.
A vacuum of 88 kPa below ambient pressure is applied.
Observations are made for air bubbles or pressure drops over 60 seconds.

Continued bubble formation after the first few seconds indicates leakage through syringe connections or seals. This test is essential for detecting microfugas that may otherwise go unnoticed but could compromise sterility and dosage accuracy.

El prueba de fugas de líquido verifies sealing effectiveness during plunger compression:

The syringe is filled beyond maximum capacity y sealed at the nozzle or needle tip.
A side load of 0.25 N is applied to simulate real-use misalignment.
The syringe is then compressed to generate 300 kPa internal pressure for 30 seconds.
Technicians inspect for piston movement and fluid leakage around critical junctions.

This test simulates real-world pressure variations and mechanical stress that could affect the syringe sealing performance during injections.

Equipo de prueba

El SLT-02 is designed for high-precision vacuum leak testing of syringes. It features:

Stable vacuum generation via venturi tube
Adjustable fixtures for multiple syringe sizes
Automatic testing cycle for efficiency
Ideal for both air leakage y stopper retention testing

This instrument is essential for meeting ISO 8537 Annex B and F testing requirements with accuracy and repeatability.

El SPPT-01 simulates ISO 8537 Annex E conditions using:

Controlled plunger compression with side force deflection
Precision ball screw mechanics for smooth motion
Touchscreen operation and overload protection
Supports customizable force settings and test speeds

The SPPT-01 ensures accurate testing of sealing performance under pressure, verifying dosage safety.

Cell Instruments: Your Partner in Syringe Leak Testing

To fully align with ISO 8537

Cell Instruments proporciona a full range of ISO 8537-compliant test equipment for the pharmaceutical and medical industries. Our solutions offer:

Precision control of pressure and movement
Customizable fixtures for various syringe designs
Automation-ready systems to enhance lab efficiency

With our SPPT-01, SLT-02 tester, your team can confidently execute ISO 8537 tests and deliver reliable, high-performance syringes to market.

FAQ about ISO 8537

1. What types of leakage does ISO 8537 address in syringe testing?

ISO 8537 evaluates both air leakage during aspiration and liquid leakage under compression, especially at the piston and nozzle/hub connections.

2. How is air leakage tested in syringes?

A vacuum is applied to a partially filled syringe, and the tester observes for air bubbles and pressure drops, using devices like SLT-02 Syringe Leak Tester.

3. Why is sealing performance under pressure important?

It ensures that syringes don’t leak during injection, maintaining dosage accuracy and patient safety, verified with tools like SPPT-01.

4. How is syringe functionality tested?

Functionality is evaluated by measuring the force needed to move the plunger and by checking if the stopper remains attached, using the SSR-01 Sliding Resistance Tester.

5. Can Cell Instruments provide automated syringe testers?

Yes, Cell Instruments offers PLC-controlled testers with touchscreens, automatic test cycles, and customizable features for efficient syringe QC processes.

Looking for reliable ISO 8537 syringe leak detection equipment?

No pierda la oportunidad de optimizar sus procesos de control de calidad con equipos de última generación.

Información relacionada

Comprobador de fugas LT-02

El Comprobador de fugas LT-02 es una solución de prueba de vacío automática de alto rendimiento diseñada específicamente para detectar fugas en envases flexibles, en particular en aplicaciones donde hay gas en el espacio de cabeza. Este equipo se utiliza comúnmente en las industrias de alimentos, bebidas, farmacéutica y otras donde la confiabilidad del envasado es fundamental para mantener la calidad del producto.

Comprobador de fugas LT-03

El comprobador de fugas LT-03 es un dispositivo de última generación diseñado para evaluar rigurosamente la integridad del sellado de los envases en diversas industrias. Este equipo es fundamental para verificar que el embalaje mantenga sus capacidades de protección, lo que salvaguarda la calidad y la seguridad del producto. El LT-03 es especialmente adecuado para aplicaciones que involucran envases flexibles, pero también se puede adaptar para probar materiales rígidos y no flexibles gracias a su diseño personalizable.