Strip Friction Tester

Strip Friction Tester
A specialized instrument designed to measure the frictional properties of strip or sheet materials—evaluating how these materials interact with other surfaces (e.g., metal, fabric, or plastic) when in sliding contact. This machine quantifies friction coefficients and surface resistance, critical for optimizing material handling, product functionality, and user safety in applications involving flexible strips.

 

Equipped with a precision sliding mechanism (linear or rotational), adjustable load cells, and interchangeable contact surfaces, the tester operates by:

 

  • Securing a strip/sheet sample (e.g., plastic film, metal foil, textile, or rubber strip) to a moving platform.
  • Bringing it into contact with a fixed counterface under controlled pressure (load) and sliding speed.
  • Measuring key parameters: static friction (force to initiate movement) and kinetic friction (force to maintain sliding), expressed as coefficients (COF).

 

Key applications across industries:

 

  • Packaging & Plastics: Testing plastic strips, films, or labels to ensure proper sealing, unwinding, or anti-slip performance (e.g., food packaging, adhesive tapes).
  • Textiles & Fabrics: Evaluating friction in woven/non-woven strips used in apparel, upholstery, or industrial textiles (e.g., conveyor belts, safety harnesses).
  • Metals & Foils: Assessing sliding resistance of metal strips in automotive trim, electrical components, or manufacturing processes (e.g., stamping, rolling).
  • Rubber & Elastomers: Testing rubber strips for gaskets, weatherstripping, or door seals to balance friction (for secure fit) and ease of movement.

 

Compliant with standards such as ASTM D1894 (plastic films), ISO 8295 (plastics), and ASTM D3108 (textiles), this tester is trusted by manufacturers, packaging labs, and quality control teams. It provides data to optimize material selection (e.g., anti-slip coatings), improve production efficiency (e.g., smooth unwinding of strips), and ensure end-use functionality—from preventing package slippage to enhancing textile comfort.
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