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    Surface Tension Testing Instrument

    Overview Products Knowledge Standards Terms
    The surface tension tester measures the intermolecular forces in liquid surfaces and calculates the tension value using the ring method or pendant drop method. It is used to detect the wettability of coatings, the adhesion of inks, and the uniformity of paper coatings. It verifies material compatibility before printing and monitors changes in surface energy during plastic film modification.
    Selection
    Select the appropriate measurement method based on the state of the sample: the rotating drop method is suitable for viscous liquids, and the pendant drop method is used for liquids at room temperature. Consider temperature control requirements and sample volume, opting for the pendant drop method for micro-samples. Verify that the instrument’s range covers the actual measurement scope and ensure all calibration accessories are complete. Pay attention to the chemical compatibility between the sensor material and the liquid being tested.
    Measurement method
    Measurement mode
    Monitoring requirements
    Instrument style

    Terms

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

    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    FENGZHIYUE 56 Dyne pen surface tension test pen Plastic film Metal Pottery and porcelain test
    FENGZHIYUE 56 Dyne pen surface tension test pen Plastic film Metal Pottery and porcelain test

    It can test the surface tension value of No. 28-56, and the effluent is uniform and stable. It is suitable for surface tension detection of various materials, and effectively controls the process mass to avoid delays.

    $ 86.00
    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
    FENGZHIYUE 30 Dyne pen surface tension test pen Plastic film Cermet material detection
    FENGZHIYUE 30 Dyne pen surface tension test pen Plastic film Cermet material detection

    It can test the surface tension value of No. 28-56, the uniform test of the water outlet is accurate, the material mass is effectively controlled to reduce the tool delay, and it is suitable for a variety of material surface tension detection.

    $ 86.00
    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 52 Dyne pen surface tension test pen orange
    FENGZHIYUE 52 Dyne pen surface tension test pen orange

    It can accurately test the surface tension of a variety of materials, providing a variety of Rod numbers from 28 to 56, uniform water outlet and stable test, helping to reduce delays caused by material problems.

    $ 86.00
    FENGZHIYUE 55 Dyne pen surface tension test pen orange
    FENGZHIYUE 55 Dyne pen surface tension test pen orange

    Can accurately test a variety of material surface tension, optional Rod number range 28-56, with uniform water outlet, accurate testing characteristics, help reduce delays caused by material problems.

    $ 86.00
    CUIYUAN 48 Dyne pen surface tension test pen red
    CUIYUAN 48 Dyne pen surface tension test pen red

    Accurately test material surface tension, support custom ink Color and tip shape, suitable for a variety of printing processes and material testing needs.

    $ 87.00
    FENGZHIYUE 40 Dyne pen surface tension test pen uniform test accurate
    FENGZHIYUE 40 Dyne pen surface tension test pen uniform test accurate

    It can test a variety of material surface tension, providing 28-56 optional Rod number, uniform water outlet and accurate testing, helping to reduce delays caused by material problems.

    $ 86.00
    CUIYUAN 46 Dyne pen Corona pen surface tension test pen Custom ink Color tip shape
    CUIYUAN 46 Dyne pen Corona pen surface tension test pen Custom ink Color tip shape

    Can accurately test the material surface tension, support 30-60 dyne range, can effectively control the printing composite mass, reduce the loss caused by material failure.

    $ 87.00
    CUIYUAN 55 Dyne pen Corona pen surface tension test pen
    CUIYUAN 55 Dyne pen Corona pen surface tension test pen

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

    $ 87.00

    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.