Taber Rotary Abraser – Taber

Precision Abrasion Testing

The TABER® Rotary Platform Abrasion Tester – Model 1700 / 1750 is commonly referred to as the Taber Abraser (Abrader) or Rotary Platform Dual (Double) Head Tester. First introduced in the 1930’s, this precision built instrument was developed to perform accelerated wear testing. Capable of providing reliable data in a matter of minutes compared to the years that may be required by in-use testing, the Taber Abraser rapidly became the world standard for evaluating abrasion resistance.

Wide Range of Applications

Since its inception, the Taber Abraser has been used for quality & process control, research & development and material evaluation. Used to test a wide spectrum of materials, the instrument has been referenced in numerous standards and specifications including plastics, coatings, laminates, leather, paper, ceramics, carpeting, and safety glazing.

Test Procedure

Taber tests involve mounting a flat specimen approximately 100mm square or round to a turntable platform that rotates on a vertical axis at a fixed speed. The standard material thickness that can be evaluated with the Taber Rotary Abraser is 6.35 mm. Two genuine Taber abrasive wheels, which are applied at a specific pressure, are lowered onto the specimen surface.

Characteristic Testing Action

Characteristic rub-wear action is produced by contact of the test specimen against the sliding rotation of the two abrading wheels. As the turntable rotates, the wheels are driven by the sample in opposite directions about a horizontal axis displaced tangentially from the axis of the sample. One abrading wheel rubs the specimen outward toward the periphery and the other, inward toward the center while a vacuum system removes loose debris during the test. The wheels traverse a complete circle on the specimen surface, revealing abrasion resistance at all angles relative to the weave or grain of the material.

Available Models

The TABER® Abraser is available in two models – single or dual specimen tables. Model 1700 features a single specimen turntable, while Model 1750 features two specimen turntables, allowing you to perform two tests simultaneously.

Technical Specifications

  • Power Requirements115/230V; 60/50Hz
  • Specimen SizeApproximately 100mm square or round
  • Material Thickness6.35 mm standard (up to 40 mm with accessories)
  • Turntable Speed60 rpm and 72 rpm options
  • Standard Load250 grams per wheel
  • Additional Loads500 or 1000 grams with auxiliary weights
  • Abrasion PatternCircular band covering approximately 30 cm²
  • Vacuum SystemIncluded with 8mm diameter orifice nozzle tips
  • InterfaceLCD operator touch screen with language selection

FAQ - Taber Rotary Abraser – Taber

What is the Taber Rotary Abraser used for?

The Taber Rotary Abraser is used for accelerated wear testing and evaluating abrasion resistance of materials. It provides reliable data in minutes compared to years required by in-use testing, making it ideal for quality control, research and development, and material evaluation.

What types of materials can be tested with the Taber Abraser?

The Taber Abraser can test a wide spectrum of materials including plastics, coatings, laminates, leather, paper, ceramics, carpeting, safety glazing, and many other materials. It has been referenced in numerous standards and specifications.

How does the Taber Abraser testing process work?

The test involves mounting a flat specimen (approximately 100mm square or round) to a turntable that rotates at fixed speed. Two Taber abrasive wheels are applied at specific pressure onto the specimen surface, creating characteristic rub-wear action while a vacuum system removes debris during testing.

What are the differences between Model 1700 and Model 1750?

Model 1700 features a single specimen turntable, while Model 1750 features two specimen turntables. The dual-table Model 1750 allows you to perform two tests simultaneously, testing different or identical specimens for comparison with independent operation and parameter settings.

What load options are available for testing?

The standard load is 250 grams per wheel. Using auxiliary weights, loads can be increased to 500 or 1000 grams. Counterweight kits are also available to reduce the load by 50, 125, 150 or 175 grams for more delicate materials.

What evaluation methods can be used with Taber Abraser results?

Results can be evaluated using various methods including cycles to specific end-point, weight loss measurement, Taber Wear Index calculation, volume loss, wear cycles per mil, depth of wear measurement, and for textiles, residual breaking force and percentage loss in breaking strength.

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