Paint Test Rod

A paint applicator rod is a coating tool used to apply a uniform wet film of paint onto a substrate surface for evaluating the hiding power, leveling, and drying properties of the coating. In laboratory settings, it assists in detecting the fundamental coating characteristics of paints and is suitable for quality control processes in the paint and ink industries.
Selection
When selecting a paint applicator rod, it is important to consider the compatibility between the coating thickness range and the viscosity of the paint being tested. The rod material should be corrosion-resistant with a smooth surface, and the specifications must align with the substrate width. Ease of operation and convenience for cleaning and maintenance are also key factors to ensure stable and reliable test results.

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It can measure the ability of the paint film to deform with the substrate without damage. It is equipped with a shaft Rod with a diaMeter of 50mm and 100mm.

$ 309.00

The photoelectric counter is used to realize automatic counting, and the measurement is fast and accurate; the period of M-3 swing Rod is 0.625s, and the swing time on standard Glass is 440 +/- 6s; the horizontal mechanism is improved, and the scale can be moved horizontally to facilitate zero adjustment.

$ 451.00

The bending diaMeter of putty film cracking peeling is tested by bending test plate, and the shaft Rod size is 50mm and 100mm. It is suitable for 0.2-0 mm thick tinplate substrate, and the operation is simple and reliable.

$ 228.00

The paint film adhesion was measured by the circular trace method, the drawing diaMeter was 0~ 10.5mm, and the Working Travel was 80mm. The integrity of the paint film was evaluated according to seven grades, and the operation was simple and reliable.

$ 267.00

The drying process of paint film and putty film can be accurately measured by using circular track needle design, equipped with four different radius needle (R0.25/0.5/1.0/1 mm), and the track period is 24h/r.

$ 223.00

It can prepare a wet film thickness of 13.7 microns, with a wire-wound design providing stable coating performance. The 9.52 mm diaMeter ensures easy operation, making it suitable for various paint application scenarios.

$ 167.00

Wire-wound design, film thickness 120 microns, total length 37.5cm, effective application width 25.5cm, stainless steel material to ensure durability and uniform Spreader.

$ 173.00

Wet film thickness 45μm, main Rod diaMeter 10mm, effective application width 600mm, using SUS304 material, Coating Weight, length and surface preparation can be customized, suitable for a variety of Spreader conditions.

$ 267.00

Adapted diaMeter 16mm formed Metering Rod, the total length of 2000mm, through the special structure to correct the straightness of the Rod body, to ensure stable rotation and full contact with the substrate, improve the thickness control accuracy of Spreader.

$ 590.00

Impact height of 120 cm, hammer mass 1000g, no secondary rebound phenomenon after impact, punch diaMeter 16mm, can accurately determine the impact strength of the paint film.

$ 370.00

Adopt all directions swing vibration mode to ensure that the paint is fully mixed, Vibration Frequency 550 times/min, equipped with 0-15 minute timing function, suitable for 80-240mm barrel height range.

$ 1171.00

The adhesion was measured by the circular trace method, the drawing diaMeter was 0~ 10.5mm, and the Working Travel ≥ 80mm. The integrity of the paint film was evaluated by seven grades, and the operation was simple and conformed to the GB/T1720 standard.

$ 444.00

Using photo paper smooth surface combination technology, observing the imprint after applying a uniform load, the pressure range of the probe is 50-250N, and the diaMeter of the rubber probe is Φ 40mm, which can accurately evaluate the chalking grade of the paint film.

$ 433.00

It can test the cracking of the paint film after bending 180 degrees in 1-3 seconds, and the diaMeter range of the shaft Rod is 2-32mm. It is suitable for the test plate with a thickness of not more than 1.0mm. Quick evaluation of flexibility.

$ 280.00

Konig and Persoz swing bars are used, Konig swing period is 1.4s, Persoz swing period is 1s, and the number of swing angles is automatically recorded, which is suitable for accurate determination of paint film Hardness.

$ 662.00

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