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    Portable Surface Tension Meter

    Overview Products Knowledge Standards Terms
    Portable surface tension meters determine wettability by measuring the liquid's surface tension value, employing the plate or ring method principle. They are used in the coatings and inks industry for rapid testing of printability and coating uniformity, allowing for on-site direct measurement of liquid surface tension.
    Selection
    When selecting, consider matching the measurement method with sample characteristics, ensuring the range covers common tension levels, opting for lightweight and portable instruments, a user-friendly interface, reliable calibration functions, meeting the needs for rapid testing in outdoor or production line settings, and paying attention to environmental adaptability.
    Measurement method
    Measurement mode
    Monitoring requirements
    Instrument style

    Terms

    Surface Tensiometer
    Paper Tension Meter
    Dyne pen
    Dyne Pens for Printing
    Dyne pen
    Surface tension corona pen
    Dyne pen
    Surface Energy Dyne Pen

    Standards

    Abolish GB/T 18396-2008
    Natural latex - Determination of surface tension by the ring method
    Active GB/T 22237-2008
    Surface active agents - Determination of surface tension
    Active GB/T 5549-2010
    Surface active agents - Determination of surface tension by drawing up liquid films
    Active GB/T 27842-2011
    Chemicals - Test method for dynamic surface tension - Fast-bubble technique
    Active GB/T 39797-2021
    Test method for surface tension of glass melt—Sessile drop method
    Active GB/T 18396-2025
    Rubber latex—Determination of surface tension
    Active GB/T 42415-2023
    Surface active agents—Determination of static interfacial tension

    Instruments

    CUIYUAN 49 Dyne pen Corona pen surface tension test pen
    CUIYUAN 49 Dyne pen Corona pen surface tension test pen

    It can accurately test the surface tension value of the material, support a variety of specifications bottle selection, the test range covers 30-60 dynes, suitable for Plastic film, metal foil and other materials surface tension detection.

    $ 87.00
    SHEELON 28 #Dyne pen surface tension test pen, corona treatment pen
    SHEELON 28 #Dyne pen surface tension test pen, corona treatment pen

    Test results are fast, a wipe is available; full sealing pen design, long life and environmental protection; compact and portable, easy to disassemble and install; accurate test, can accurately determine the surface tension Dyne Level.

    $ 89.00
    SHEELON 29 #Dyne pen surface tension test pen, corona treatment test tool
    SHEELON 29 #Dyne pen surface tension test pen, corona treatment test tool

    The test results are fast without waiting, the full sealing design has a long shelf life, and the 7mm writing width can accurately test the surface tension value, and the Portable structure is convenient to use.

    $ 89.00
    SHEELON 22 #Dyne pen surface tension test pen, corona treatment detection
    SHEELON 22 #Dyne pen surface tension test pen, corona treatment detection

    The test does not need to wait for a wipe to get the result, the full sealing pen cover ensures a long life without pollution, the 7mm writing width accurately detects the surface tension value, and the portable design is practical and convenient.

    $ 89.00
    SHEELON 26 #Dyne pen surface tension test pen, corona treatment detection tool
    SHEELON 26 #Dyne pen surface tension test pen, corona treatment detection tool

    The test results are fast and intuitive, and can be obtained with a wipe; the full sealing design ensures a long service life; the 7mm writing width accurately tests the surface tension; the Portable structure is convenient for on-site use.

    $ 89.00
    SHEELON 32 #Dyne pen surface tension test pen, corona treatment detection tool
    SHEELON 32 #Dyne pen surface tension test pen, corona treatment detection tool

    The test results are fast without waiting, the design life of the full sealing pen cover is long and the shelf life is long, the 7mm writing width can accurately test the surface tension value, and the Portable structure is easy to disassemble and install.

    $ 89.00
    CUIYUAN 56 Dyne pen Corona pen surface tension test pen
    CUIYUAN 56 Dyne pen Corona pen surface tension test pen

    Can accurately test the material surface tension, support custom ink Color and tip shape, the test range covers 30-56mN/m, effectively control the pRoduction process mass.

    $ 87.00
    SHEELON 60 #Dyne pen surface tension test pen, corona treatment pen 7ml capacity
    SHEELON 60 #Dyne pen surface tension test pen, corona treatment pen 7ml capacity

    No need to wait for a wipe to get the result, full sealing pen cover to ensure environmental protection and long life, 7ml capacity design portable and practical, can accurately test the surface tension Dyne Level, suitable for a variety of material detection.

    $ 89.00
    CUIYUAN 24 Dyne pen Corona pen surface tension test pen
    CUIYUAN 24 Dyne pen Corona pen surface tension test pen

    It can accurately test the surface tension of materials, support a variety of specifications bottling and Color customization, suitable for Plastic film, conductive materials and Glass Pottery and porcelain and other materials surface tension detection.

    $ 87.00
    CUIYUAN 61 Dyne pen surface tension test pen corona pen custom ink
    CUIYUAN 61 Dyne pen surface tension test pen corona pen custom ink

    Color and shape of ink tip can be customized to accurately test the surface tension of materials, suitable for a variety of printing processes and Plastic film materials, effectively control pRoduct mass.

    $ 87.00
    SHEELON 66 #Dyne pen surface tension test pen, corona treatment pen
    SHEELON 66 #Dyne pen surface tension test pen, corona treatment pen

    The test results do not need to wait for a wipe, the full sealing design extends the shelf life, and the 7mm writing width ensures accurate testing. It is suitable for surface tension detection of films, plastics and other materials.

    $ 89.00
    SHEELON 72 #Dyne pen surface tension test pen, corona treatment detection tool
    SHEELON 72 #Dyne pen surface tension test pen, corona treatment detection tool

    The test results are fast without waiting, the full sealing pen cover has a long environmental protection life, the volume is small and easy to carry, the writing width is 7mm and the capacity is 7ml, which can accurately test the surface tension value.

    $ 89.00
    CUIYUAN 36 Dyne pen surface tension test pen corona pen custom ink
    CUIYUAN 36 Dyne pen surface tension test pen corona pen custom ink

    Customizable ink Color and tip shape, available in a variety of specifications from 10ml to 500ml, can accurately test the surface tension of the material, suitable for a variety of printing and compounding processes.

    $ 87.00
    CUIYUAN 51 Dyne pen surface tension test pen corona pen
    CUIYUAN 51 Dyne pen surface tension test pen corona pen

    It can accurately test the surface tension value of the material, suitable for a variety of printing composite processes, the test range covers Plastic film, metal foil, etc., providing a variety of specifications from 10ml to 500ml.

    $ 87.00
    FENGZHIYUE 54 Dyne pen surface tension test pen Plastic film Metal Pottery and porcelain test
    FENGZHIYUE 54 Dyne pen surface tension test pen Plastic film Metal Pottery and porcelain test

    It can test a variety of material surface tension, provide a variety of Rod numbers of 28-56, and the uniform test of the water outlet is accurate, effectively avoiding pRoduction delays caused by unqualified materials.

    $ 86.00

    Articles

    The Application of Contact Angle Measurement Instruments in the Study of the Relationship Between Ink Printing Wettability and Substrate Surface Tension
    This article introduces how a contact angle measuring instrument is used to study the relationship between wettability and substrate surface tension in ink printing. It first explains the principle, assessing the degree of wettability through the size of the contact angle, where an angle less than 90 degrees indicates good wettability.
    The coating machine applies planar optical waveguide cladding material to the surface of optical fibers.
    This article introduces the technique of using a coating machine to apply planar optical waveguide cladding materials onto the surface of optical fibers. It analyzes the characteristics of the cladding materials, such as viscosity and surface tension, and their impact on coating quality.
    Surface Tensiometer Evaluates the Wetting and Spreading Properties of Resin Liquids
    This article introduces how to use a surface tensiometer to evaluate the wetting and spreading performance of resin liquids. Wetting and spreading affect the adhesion and appearance of products such as coatings and adhesives, and the process can be described by Young's equation and the spreading coefficient.
    Determination of Static Surface Tension of Color Coatings Using the Platinum Plate Method with a Surface Tensiometer
    This article introduces the method of measuring the static surface tension of colored paints using the platinum plate method. It explains the principle, which involves calculating the surface tension by measuring the force when the platinum plate is lifted from the liquid surface.
    Surface Tensiometer: Interpreting the Invisible Forces on Liquid Surfaces
    Surface tension is the contractile force generated by the uneven forces acting on molecules at the liquid surface, influencing phenomena such as droplet formation and capillarity. Surface tension meters measure this force using techniques like the Wilhelmy plate method, the platinum ring method, or the pendant drop method. Their core components include force sensors, sample stages, and data processing systems.
    Surface Tensiometer vs. Contact Angle Goniometer: Which One to Choose for Wetting Studies?
    Surface tension meters primarily measure the surface tension of liquids and are suitable for analyzing the properties of liquids themselves, such as purity or the effects of additives. Contact angle meters, on the other hand, evaluate the wettability of solids by analyzing the contour of liquid droplets on solid surfaces, and are commonly used in surface treatment or coating research.
    Tips for Cleaning and Maintaining the Platinum Plate/Ring of a Surface Tensiometer
    In the field of laboratory testing, the measurement accuracy of a surface tensiometer largely depends on the cleanliness and intact condition of its key components—the platinum plate or platinum ring. This article explains how to maintain them.
    How does a surface tensiometer determine the success or failure of printing quality?
    Surface tension is a critical factor affecting printing quality, as it determines the wetting and adhesion of ink on materials such as paper and plastic. Accurate measurement and control of the surface tension of relevant liquids using a surface tensiometer are prerequisites for ensuring printing quality.