Hanatek offers its new Advanced Friction Tester (AFT) as an easy to use instrument for testing the friction characteristics of plastics film, paper, board, foil and many other materials. It provides static and dynamic COF values and a force curve showing the full surface profile.
Unlike many other friction measuring instruments, the AFT is said to comply completely with the requirements of ASTMD-1894 for testing friction. An optional paper and board friction test attachment provides full compliance with ISO15359.
A special guidance system is claimed to ensure ‘’unparalleled accuracy and repeatability’’ for all measurements.
Options are also available that make it possible to conduct other tests using the friction tester, including peel strength, substrate tear strength and blocking testing. Adding these options eliminates the need for a multiple test instruments and provides savings on purchase cost, calibration fees and laboratory space, Hanatek points out.
An integrated PC allows test reports to be printed, or results can be exported to a USB data stick for ultimate portability. The instrument can also be integrated to a laboratory network or SAP system.
