Abrasion Tests
Our abrasion test benches generate wear against abrasive paper. The wear mechanism is 2-Body-Abrasion. The strength of these test benches is the high repeatability of the results. At LOM we developed a special weighing at cleaning routine which enables us to exceed the requirements according to the standards.
Applications
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Pin Abrasion Tester – ASTM G132
On the pin abrasion test rig, the specimen moves radially on a grinding plate.
Standard: ASTM G132
Load: 1-2.5 MPa
Sample moving speed: 0.001-0.1 m/sec, radial
Sample moving distance: 80 mm per cycle with automatic lift off
Load: Not specified
Disc rotation speed: 0-50 rpm
Results: Weight loss
Existing Conversions: Unit for lower forces
Note: The given parameters are according to ASTM Standard. Others on request.
Taber Abraser Tester – ASTM F1978
At the taber abraser test bench, the specimen rotates on a rotating grinding wheel.
Standard: ASTM F1978
Load: 2,5 N
Sample moving speed: Fixed, turing
Sample moving distance: 0.24 m per cycle/rotation
Disc rotation speed: 60 or 72 rpm
Results: Weight loss
Existing Conversions: Fixed sample vs. abrasive paper. The taber abraser test is used for such standard applications e.g. abrasion resistance for coatings.
Note: The given parameters are according to ASTM Standard. Others on request.
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