Thin Film TensioMeter

The thin film Tensiometer calculates surface tension by measuring the contact angle formed by a liquid on a solid surface. It is used to evaluate the wettability and adhesion of materials such as thin films and coatings. In printing and coating processes, it helps adjust the compatibility of inks and coatings with substrates.
Selection
Select the appropriate measurement method based on the type of material to be tested, considering the tension range and accuracy requirements. Pay attention to the instrument calibration method and sample compatibility to ensure ease of operation. Refer to environmental adaptability factors such as temperature and humidity in practical application scenarios.

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Instruments

Using extrusion process and chrome plating surface, the wet film thickness can be as low as 1.5 μ m, and the groove design is wide to improve the Coating Weight, which solves the problem of traditional steel wire loosening and cleaning difficulties, and realizes stable ultra-thin Spreader.

$ 477.00

The wet film thickness can be as low as 1.5μm to achieve ultra-thin Spreader; the bottom of the groove is wider, and the Coating Weight is larger; the extrusion process is adopted to avoid the problem of loose wire and broken wire, and it is easy to clean.

$ 477.00

Travel 0-1.25 mm, measurement error +/- 1HAM, suitable for thin rubber samples with a thickness of 1.5mm or more. Sensitivity is high, and it needs to be used with a constant load measuring rack to ensure Precision.

$ 921.00

Echo-echo technology implementation of 0.15mm ultra-thin part measurement, resolution of 0.001mm, can penetrate 0.5mm coating measurement substrate Film thickness, support sound speed calibrated and difference mode settings.

$ 1655.00

Using a formed pRoduction process, the film Film thickness is as thin as 4.6μm, the accuracy is up to 0.1 micron, and the effective Spreader width is 30cm. It can be used with an automatic Film Applicator and has the advantage of continuous wire.

$ 186.00

Linear dispersion surface is formed by cold extrusion processing technology, no risk of wire loosening, wet film thickness 50 μ m, can achieve ultra-thin film Spreader, smooth surface and easy to clean.

$ 267.00

Wet film thickness can be as low as 1.5μm, support ultra-thin Spreader; use extrusion process and chrome plating surface to reduce clogging and disconnection problems, groove design to optimize Coating Weight, adapt to a variety of substrate needs.

$ 477.00

Using formed pRoduction process, wet film thickness 0 μ m, film accuracy of 1 μ m, special groove structure to ensure uniform Spreader and easy to clean.

$ 120.00

Using oil Bath heating medium, Temperature range from room temperature to 200 ℃, temperature control accuracy +/- 0.5 ℃, equipped with sample clamping grid to ensure temperature stability, suitable for various film thermal cissing rate tests.

$ 1510.00

Spreader formed process ensures uniform, wet film thickness of only 1.5μm, to achieve ultra-thin film; stainless steel material is durable and easy to clean, suitable for precision Spreader applications.

$ 157.00

Linear dispersion formed by cold extrusion processing technology, no risk of wire loosening, Spreader 2 μ m ultra-thin film, smooth surface easy to clean, wet film thickness 100 μ m, diaMeter 16mm to meet the needs of precision Spreader.

$ 477.00

Linear dispersion of the surface is processed by cold extrusion technology, no risk of steel wire loosening and breaking, wet film thickness 80 µm, diaMeter 16mm, easy to clean and ultra-thin film Spreader.

$ 477.00

Made of stainless steel wear-resistant material, wet film thickness 41.1 μ m, application width 300mm, suitable for thin coating scraping test of soft materials, durable.

$ 160.00

Travel 0-1.25 mm, measurement error +/- 1HAM, pressure at the end of the needle 324-764mN, suitable for thin rubber samples with a thickness of 1.5mm or more, and can be used with a fixed load measuring rack.

$ 1122.00

The special cold extrusion process is used to make a continuous groove structure, without the risk of broken wire, the film thickness is 0μm, the diaMeter is 10mm, the application width is 250mm, and the force is uniform to reduce the error.

$ 157.00

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