Genuine Taber Abrading Wheels – Taber

Essential Component for Taber Wear Tests

An essential component of conducting “Taber wear tests” is the type of abrasive wheel that is used. Taber offers standardized grades of Genuine Taber abrasive wheels, engineered for a variety of specific applications. The wheels are a proprietary formulation developed and designed by Taber Industries so the binder material breaks down during use, exposing and creating a new abrading surface.

Types of Abrading Wheels

Abrading wheels for the Taber Abraser (Abrader) can be classified as:

Calibrase® – A resilient wheel composed of resilient binder and aluminum oxide or silicon carbide abrasive particles. Frequently used to evaluate rigid specimens.

Calibrade® – A non-resilient wheel composed of a vitrified (clay) binder and silicon carbide or aluminum oxide abrasive particles. Frequently used to evaluate flexible specimens.

Specialty – Used for special applications.

Quality and Uniformity

For both Calibrase and Calibrade wheels, different grades are furnished to meet varying requirements of abrasive action. The composition of Genuine Taber abrading wheels has been carefully chosen to reproduce normal service wear. The quality and uniformity of these wheels is maintained by continuous inspection sampling and tightly controlled manufacturing processes.

Packaging and Installation

Wheels are sold in pairs, and shipped in tight-lidded containers to prevent damage. Each wheel is labeled “LEFT WHEEL (or RIGHT WHEEL)” to assure that the mounting position will be duplicated after the wheels have been removed and later re-installed. The minimum usable diameter of Taber abrading wheels is 44.4 mm, which corresponds with the wheel label.

Technical Specifications

  • Minimum usable diameter44.4 mm
  • Standard wheel loads250, 500, or 1000 grams
  • Wheel typesCalibrase®, Calibrade®, Specialty
  • PackagingSold in pairs
  • Label systemLEFT WHEEL / RIGHT WHEEL marking

FAQ - Genuine Taber Abrading Wheels – Taber

What are Genuine Taber Abrading Wheels used for?

Genuine Taber Abrading Wheels are essential components for conducting Taber wear tests. They are engineered for a variety of specific applications to evaluate the abrasion resistance of materials through standardized testing procedures.

What types of abrading wheels are available?

There are three main types: Calibrase® wheels (resilient, for rigid specimens), Calibrade® wheels (non-resilient, for flexible specimens), and Specialty wheels for special applications. Each type offers different grades to meet varying abrasive action requirements.

How are the abrading wheels packaged and labeled?

Wheels are sold in pairs and shipped in tight-lidded containers to prevent damage. Each wheel is labeled "LEFT WHEEL" or "RIGHT WHEEL" to ensure proper mounting position duplication. The label also indicates the minimum usable diameter of 44.4 mm.

What makes Genuine Taber wheels different from other abrasive wheels?

Genuine Taber wheels feature a proprietary formulation where the binder material breaks down during use, exposing and creating a new abrading surface. This design reproduces normal service wear and is maintained through continuous inspection sampling and controlled manufacturing processes.

What are the standard load options for Taber abrading wheels?

Standard wheel loads available are 250, 500, or 1000 grams. The abraser arm provides a standard load of 250 grams, while auxiliary weights can be used to achieve 500 or 1000-gram loads for different testing requirements.

When should abrading wheels be replaced?

Abrading wheels must be replaced when worn to the label, which corresponds to the minimum usable diameter of 44.4 mm. Calibrase wheels also have expiration dates and should not be used after the printed expiration date due to possible deterioration.

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