Application :
Since its introduction, the Taber Abraser has been used for quality & process control, research & development and material evaluation. With the ability to test both flexible and rigid materials, the instrument has been used to test a wide spectrum of materials.
This is evident by the number of test standards and specifications that reference this instrument. Some of the more popular materials include anodized aluminum, automotive carpet, ceramics, coatings, deck coverings, high pressure laminates, digital media, porcelain enamel, floor coverings, glass, leather, luggage, non-wovens, paints & varnishes, paper, plastics, ID and credit cards, safety gloves, synthetic turf, textile fabrics, upholstery, vinyl, plus more.
If a customer is not sure if their material is suited for testing with the Taber Abraser, we encourage them to contact Taber or an authorized distributor to coordinate a free evaluation.
Effect:
Wear is a response resulting from the conditions to which the whole system is exposed. It is important to recognize that resistance to abrasion can be affected by conditions of the tests, including environmental factors.
Because many materials are sensitive to changes in temperature and humidity, tests that are performed under different conditions may introduce variation in the results. Robust test procedures take this into account by requiring the test specimen to be conditioned prior to testing and having the test performed in a temperature and humidity controlled environment.
While it may be desirable to test under different environment conditions, to ensure data is comparable the lab performing the test should ensure they are doing so under the same criteria.
