The Taber Abrasion Tester (Rotary Abrasion Tester) is a precision instrument used to evaluate the wear resistance of materials such as coatings, plastics, leather, textiles, flooring, and printed surfaces. Using a rotating platform and calibrated abrasive wheels, it measures visible wear, weight loss, or haze after a defined number of cycles. It is widely used in quality control, R&D, and material qualification.
⭐ Key Features
- Dual abrasive wheels for consistent wear simulation
- Adjustable load weights
- Digital counter for preset cycles
- Interchangeable abrasive wheels for various materials
- Stable platform with transparent safety cover
- Simple operation and repeatable test results
🎯 Applications
- Coating & paint durability testing
- Plastic surface abrasion testing
- Leather and synthetic material wear testing
- Fabric and textile abrasion resistance
- Flooring and laminate surface evaluation
- Printed and decorative surface durability
🧪 Materials Tested
- Plastics
- Coated surfaces
- Paints & varnish
- Leather & synthetic leather
- Textiles
- Rubber
- Flooring materials
- Printed surfaces
📏 Test Standards
- ASTM D4060
- ISO 5470-1
- ASTM D3884
- ASTM D1044
- TAPPI T476
- JIS K7204
⚙ Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Abrasive Wheels | CS-10, H-18 (optional types available) |
| Load Weights | 250 g, 500 g, 1000 g |
| Rotation Speed | 60 / 72 RPM |
| Counter | 1–99,999 cycles |
| Platform Diameter | 100 mm |
| Power Supply | AC 220V / 110V |
| Display | Digital cycle counter |
| Safety Cover | Transparent acrylic (Optional) |
🎁 What’s Included
- Main unit
- Two abrasive wheels (standard type)
- Load weights
- Power cable
- Brush for cleaning test debris
- User manual
🧩 Options & Accessories
- Additional wheel types (CS, H series)
- Replacement abrasive wheels
- Vacuum suction system
- Weight sets
- Sample mounting accessories
📦 Sample Requirements
- Flat sample panel
- Min size: 100 mm × 100 mm
- Thickness: Up to 12 mm
- Surface must be clean and dry
❓ FAQs
Q: Can I test flexible materials?
Yes, as long as the sample can be mounted flat on the platform.
Q: How many wheel types are available?
Multiple types (CS-series, H-series) to simulate different abrasion conditions.
Q: Does it follow ASTM D4060?
Yes, it complies with ASTM, ISO, JIS, and TAPPI standards.
