Universal mechanical tester - tribology
Tribology testing
Our universal mechanical tester provides tribology testing for friction, wear, coatings, and lubrication in macro, micro, and nano regimes.
Features:
Linear drive
- Max. lateral travel: 120 mm
- Resolution: 1 μm
- Speed: 0.001 – 10 mm/s
- Load: 500 mN – 2 kN
Reciprocating drive
- Stroke length: 0.1 mm - 25 mm
- Max. frequency: 60 Hz
- Load: 500 mN – 2 kN
- Medium: Dry and Lubricating
- Max. temperature: 400°C
Sample dimensions
- Rectangular specimen: 30 x 40 mm
- Pin: 4-8 mm diameter
- Circular discs: 40 mm diameter
Application:
- Micro-hardness test including Rockwell and Vickers (ASTM E18, E92)
- Scratch abrasion hardness for metals and ceramics (ASTM G171)
- Identification of adhesion strength and mechanical failure modes of ceramic coatings (ASTM C1624, G174, G133)
- High temperature reciprocating pin/ball on disc tribo-tester for friction and wear of materials under dry and lubricated contact (ASTM G119, G203, G204, G206)