The test device has been designed especially for determining penetration force and advancement force of cannulae and hypodermic needles up to 200 N to LAB 530. For this the force path during the various phases of the injection is recorded. The upper clamping fixture can also hold hypodermic syringes with needles and auto-injectors with a specimen diameter of 5 – 10 mm or 12 – 18 mm. The device also has a lower retainer for the penetration material (usually foil) with various inserts, ensuring centering of different types and sizes of needle.