Gardner Abrasion Tester

Gardner Abrasion Tester

Test Application
Color, Paint & Coating Testing
Standards
D1792
D2198
D2486
D3206
D3207
D3450
D4213
D4488
D4828

Best Application: Abrasion Test on color

Applications

Coated and uncoated surfaces need to be tested for resistance to abrasion caused by a brush, sponge, scouring pad, sandpaper, and other means. Abrasion resistance can be tested by wet abrasion methods using scrub media or cleaning solutions. The most common applications are testing the scrub resistance of interior wall paints, floor tiles, shower stalls, and furniture surfaces. The abrasion tester can examine the wash ability of a coated surface for the removal of stains. Detergents and cleaning solutions can be tested and evaluated in a reproducible manner.

Applicable Standards

ASTM: D1792, D2198, D2486, D3206, D3207, D3450, D4213, D4488, D4828

ISO: 11998

DIN: 53778, 13300

US Military Specification: MIL-C-3004, MIL-C-46057, MIL-E-11237, MIL-P-13340A, MIL-P-15422B

US Navy Specification: 512C20C

US Federal Specification: P-C-431a, P-D-220A, P-R-201b, P-W-155, T-1279D, TT-P-18, TT-P-22, TT-P-23a, TT-P-26a, TT-P

29B, TT-P-30, TT-P-47a, TT-P-51d, TT-P-88a, TT-P-508

Canadian Government Specification: 26-GP-3a

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Specification: W-4

FTMS: 141A, 6141, 6142

Rock Island Arsenal Specification: RIX-268

 

Features/Advantages

The Gardner Abrasion Tester II offers a versatile design for abrasion and wash ability testing applications. The instrument arm is designed to hold from 1 - 3 brush holders. A large selection of accessories is available to customize your test requirements. An intuitive touch screen operation makes it easy to change test parameters. The Gardner Abrasion Tester II has a durable chain drive mechanism for long-term reliable operation.

  • Reciprocating linear motion with a constant speed over the travel distance for repeatable results
  • Compact design saves on counter space
  • Easy to use touch screen display
  • Instrument arm holds up to 3 brush or pad holders to increase output
  • User selectable scrub rate from 6 - 60 cycle/minute
  • Compliant with ASTM, DIN, and ISO methods with appropriate accessories
  • Up to 4 kg (8.8 lbs) can be applied to the instrument arm
  • Adjustable stroke length 22.9 - 27.9 cm (9 - 11 in.)
  • Optional weighs for custom applications
Technical Specifications

Scrub Rate

6 - 60 cycles/minute

Stroke Length

25.4 cm (10 inch) standard setting*

22.9 cm (9 inch), 27.9 cm (11 inch) optional settings*

Dimension (mm)

48.3 x 27.9 x 19.1 cm (19 x 11 x 7.5 in.)

Weight (kg)

14.5 kg (32 lbs)

Power

100 - 240 V, 50/60 Hz

*Stroke length is measured from the center brush location. The optional stroke lengths must be set when the instrument is purchased. The stroke length measured from the brush end add 8.9 cm (3.5 inch) to the center stroke length. The optional stroke lengths must be set by the instrument supplier.

**For two or three brush/pad operation additional accessories must be ordered separately.

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1-877-884-8378