Abrasion tester

Model HV-EXP473
Abrasion tester The Taber® Linear Abraser incorporates a "free floating head" that strokes in a linear motion and can test virtually any size or shape- flat, concave or convex. Interchangeable attachments can be used to convert the instrument from a Wear Tester to a Scratch Tester, Crock Meter or custom configuration. When used as a wear tester, a ¼ inch wide wear path is generated from 0.5 inch to 4 inches in length. The Taber® Linear Abraser is ideal for testing plastics, automotive componenets, painted parts, printed graphics, optical products, rubber, leather, textiles and for use in testing laboratories. With adjustable stroke length, speed, load, and a wide selection of Taber Wearasers, the Linear Abraser allows you to customize test parameters to your exact needs. An optional specimen table provides additional flexibility for small or oddshaped samples. Plus, optional attachments can be used to perform scratch, coin scrape, Crock meter, rub and custom testing. The Linear Abraser abrades with a Wearaser®. The size and shape of a pencil eraser, the Wearaser uses the high quality Taber abrasive media found in our worldfamous wheels so you're assured of consistent test results. FEATURES * Storage and editing of up to 500 readings * Selectable units (ft.lb/in², J/m² and kg•cm) * RS-232 serial output * Report printout with built-in printer * Magnetic hammer release and magnetic brake * Automatic calibration * Automatic specimen hold-down during test sequence * Settable limits, statistics-average, standard deviation, high/low results * Automatic cutting of samples saves you time and keeps you safe * 5.7 inch LCD color display with 320 x 240 resolution * 15 Character alphanumeric keypad * 6 function keys for easy test setup * 10 soft key icons allow simple intuitive navigation of test functions * Conforms to TAPPI standard T 569.