Paint Film Scratch Tester

The paint film scratch tester moves a stylus over the coating surface via a loading device to measure the scratch resistance of the coating. It is used to detect the surface hardness of materials such as paints and plastics, and to evaluate the wear resistance and adhesion of coatings in quality inspections.
Selection
When selecting, consider the hardness range of the test material, match the specifications of the stylus and the accuracy of the loading force. Ensure the instrument complies with relevant industry standards, check the clarity of the scratch observation system, and evaluate the ease of operation and data recording capabilities of the equipment.

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Instruments

Hand crank type is easy to operate, load 1000g +/- 1g, scratch speed about 1mm/s, test angle 45 °, standard 6B-6H pencil, in line with a number of international standards, through the pencil Hardness grade to accurately evaluate the scratch performance of the paint film.

$ 325.00

Using electric Dial design, the scratch length can reach 60mm, the load range is 0-2000g, and the physical characteristics of the coating are characterized by the anti-penetration ability of the scribing needle.

$ 554.00

The paint film adhesion was measured by the circular trace method, the drawing diaMeter was 0-10.5 mm, 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.

$ 404.00

Adopt the circular roller scratch method to evaluate the adhesion grade, describe the adjustable diaMeter of 0-10.5 mm, equipped with four weights to achieve 200-1000g loading, table Travel ≥ 80mm, manual operation is stable and reliable.

$ 412.00

The scribing needle is used to act vertically on the film, the load range is adjustable from 0-2000g, the minimum increment is 50g, and the diaMeter of the steel ball is 1mm, which can accurately determine the minimum weight required to cut the paint film.

$ 444.00

Using digital touch screen control, the test speed is adjustable from 0-40mm/s, the load range is 0-4000g, the minimum increment is 50g, and it is equipped with a variety of weights and special scribing needles to accurately determine the film scratch resistance performance.

$ 945.00

Steel ball diaMeter 1mm needle, load range 0-2000g, through the minimum load of the film to accurately determine the coating resistance to penetration, traverse speed 30-40mm/s to ensure the test Stability.

$ 641.00

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

Control system using servo motor, scratch speed 254mm/min, weight free lifting, ensure that the needle parts accurately fall on the workpiece, to achieve automatic scratch and zero operation.

$ 3785.00

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

Designed according to ASTM D2801 standard, the groove depth range is 0.1-4 mm, which can test the leveling and sagging of coatings for rapid formulation adjustment and qualification verification.

$ 178.00

Using 0.5mm tungsten carbide tip, the spherical test point can scratch 2000 90mm long scratches without damage after durability test, the design is comfortable and stable, and it is suitable for regular interval scratch operation in corrosion test.

$ 587.00

Three-point contact design ensures 45 ° stability testing angle, equipped with 6B-6H pencil and 500g to 1000g adjustable load, manual push to achieve accurate film Hardness identification.

$ 162.00

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

The pressure range of the probe is 50~ 250N, the diaMeter of the rubber probe is 40mm, and the degree of paint film chalking is evaluated by comparing the imprint of the photo paper with the standard sample, which is suitable for the detection of various environmental factors.

$ 444.00

Articles

Pencil Hardness Plan Outstanding Paint Film Pencil Hardness Grade
The pencil hardness test is a method for evaluating the scratch resistance of paint films. It involves using a series of pencils with known hardness levels to scratch the coated surface under fixed conditions. The hardness grade of the coating is determined by observing whether permanent scratches are produced.
Application of Film Pencil Hardness Tester in Coating Scratch Resistance Testing
The paint film pencil hardness tester is an instrument used to evaluate the scratch resistance of coatings. It works by scratching the surface of the coating with a pencil of known hardness under a fixed load, and then assessing the hardness grade based on whether scratches are produced.
Key Operational Points and Influencing Factors of Pencil Hardness Method for Determining Coating Film Hardness
The pencil hardness test is a method used to evaluate the scratch resistance of a coating by making marks on the paint film with pencils of known hardness. During the operation, a uniformly cured sample is prepared, and calibrated pencils are used to make marks at a 45-degree angle with a fixed force, aiming to identify the highest hardness grade that does not scratch through the paint film.
Discussion on the Test Methods for Scratch Hardness of Paint Films
This article explores the test methods for scratch hardness of paint films. Scratch hardness is a critical indicator of a coating's resistance to scratching. During testing, a stylus is used to apply a load on the coating surface, and the evaluation is based on whether scratches are produced or by determining the minimum load required to penetrate the coating.