Abrasion tester 279 series

for fabricfor textilesR&D

Overview
Instrument to simulate fabric rubbing on a rough surface for assessment of pilling (formation of fibre balls) and snagging on textile specimens. Designed for laboratory quality control and R&D of woven and especially knitted fabrics.

Highlights

• Particularly suitable for knitted fabrics.
• IWS pilling reference photographs (SM54) included for knitted fabrics.
• Available with two or four cubic boxes with internal cork lining; choice of models with or without CE safety cover.
• Revolution counter included for repeatable test cycles.
• Selectable speed settings: 30 / 60 / 90 rpm.

Versions

• 4-position model with CE safety cover (code 279GA)
• 2-position model with CE safety cover (code 279HA)
• 4-position model without cover (code 279G)
• 2-position model without cover (code 279H)

Accessories (selected)

• Special set of nails for performing snagging tests (code 279.16) — Optional
• Box with snagging nails pre-installed (code 279.26)
• Drum for pilling and snagging tests according to M&S P18 (code 279.28) — Optional

Reference Standards

• UNI EN ISO 12945-1
• BS 5811
• TWC TM 152
• ADIDAS 4.08
• ADIDAS 4.25
• ICI 444
• M&S P18A
• GB/T 4802.3
• JIS L1076

Technical specifications

• Application: evaluation of pilling and snagging on fabrics, especially knitted textiles.
• Test method compatibility: IWS, M&S and multiple international standards (see Reference Standards).
• Configurations: available as 2-position or 4-position units; models available with or without CE safety cover.
• Boxes: cubic boxes with internal cork lining to simulate abrasive contact.
• Counter: integrated revolution counter for cycle control and repeatability.
• Speed settings: 30 rpm, 60 rpm, 90 rpm (selectable).
• Optional accessories: snagging nails set (279.16), pre-installed snagging box (279.26), M&S P18 drum (279.28).