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01 MECHANICAL DURABILITY LAB

Tape Friction Testing

The Tape Friction Testing Machine is designed to evaluate the abrasion resistance of various surfaces, simulating real-world wear and tear caused by friction.

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    02 OVERVIEW

    Tape Friction Testing

    The Tape Friction Testing Machine is designed to evaluate the abrasion resistance of various surfaces, including but not limited to:
    • Coated and uncoated materials (e.g., paper, films, tapes)
    • Consumer electronic devices (e.g., mobile phones, tablets, laptops)
    • Painted, anodized, and plastic surfaces
    This test simulates real-world wear and tear caused by friction, ensuring the product’s surface finish can withstand repeated use without significant degradation. It is widely used in quality control, product development, and compliance testing across industries such as electronics, packaging, and automotive.The test involves applying a standard 175g load onto a test sample using a rotating friction mechanism. The machine records the number of revolutions until visible wear or failure occurs. A lamp magnifying glass is provided to visually assess surface damage, particularly for softer or more delicate substrates.
    Tape Friction Testing
    03 SPECIFICATIONS

    Technical Specifications

    Test Load175g standard (optional load ranges available)
    Test Rate16 revolutions/min (rpm)
    Abrasion Path16 cm/revolution
    Counter TypeDigital counter with automatic stop
    Visual AidIntegrated lamp with magnifying glass
    Machine Size770 mm × 330 mm × 340 mm
    Machine Weight30 kg
    Power SupplyAC 220V, 5A (customizable if required)
    04 EVALUATION

    The wear resistance is judged by:

    The number of revolutions before visible degradation
    Surface integrity, assessed visually or with magnification
    Adhesion properties (for coated surfaces, if applicable)
    05 INDUSTRIES

    Industries Served

    Consumer Electronics
    Consumer Electronics
    Coatings and Paint Manufacturing
    Coatings and Paint Manufacturing
    Packaging and Printing
    Packaging and Printing
    Plastics and Polymers
    Plastics and Polymers
    Automotive Interiors and Components
    Automotive Interiors and Components
    06 STANDARDS

    Standards Followed

    ASTM D1044
    ISO 9352

    Note: Customizable test settings can be configured to meet other national or industry-specific abrasion standards.

    Contact Us

    Feel free to ask us any questions related to our testing lab services. We will be happy to answer you.

    Office Address

    Phone: +91 9449815980
    #18 & 19, 1st cross, 2nd left, Begur Road, Bommanahalli Bengaluru 560068
    116, Lakshminagar, Sidcowestside, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, INDIA