安田精機製作所 List of Products and Services

- This is a testing machine (folding resistance testing machine, MIT testing machine, MIT type testing machine, MIT type folding resistance testing machine, folding fatigue testing machine) used to evaluate the folding resistance of materials such as paper and board, plastic films, and flexible printed circuit boards (FPC). - Tests are conducted in a low-temperature chamber (refrigeration type) at -35 to 60 °C. - It is also used for automatic folding tests of metal foils such as aluminum. - The test involves applying a specified load while pulling the specimen and folding it back and forth at a specified speed to the left and right at 135° until the specimen breaks. - The folding resistance is calculated from the number of back-and-forth folds until breakage occurs. - The load is applied using a dead weight system. <Reference Standards> JIS-C5016, P8115, R3420, ASTM-D2176, TAPPI-T511, ISO-5626 【About Catalog Download】 Please request the catalog from the related links below or by contacting us. *For products without a standalone catalog, please request the comprehensive catalog.

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This is a tape crimping roller that allows for crimping at a controlled speed using electric power, ensuring more uniform conditions than manual crimping. <Reference Standards> JIS-C2107, Z0237 【About Catalog Download】 Please request the catalog through the related links below or by contacting us. *For products without a standalone catalog, please request the comprehensive catalog.

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- The Kremer method evaluates the water absorption of highly absorbent paper and board. - It also complies with the Birek method for testing the water absorption of textile products. - The lower end of the vertically suspended test specimen is immersed in water, and the height to which water rises in 10 minutes due to capillary action is measured. <Reference Standards> JIS-L1907, P8141 【About Catalog Download】 Please request the catalog through the related links below or by contacting us. *For products without a standalone catalog, please request the comprehensive catalog.

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- The Garle method primarily evaluates the stiffness (bending resilience) of materials such as stiff paper, plastic film, and textiles. - The test specimen is attached to the chuck of a movable arm, and a weight is attached to the pendulum for preparation. - The movable arm is rotated to the left or right at a specified speed, and after the lower end of the test specimen makes contact with the pendulum once, the scale is read when it separates from the pendulum again to calculate the rigidity. <Reference Standards> JIS-(L1018), L1085, L1096, TAPPI-T543 [Regarding Catalog Download] Please request the catalog from the related links below or by contacting us. *For products without a standalone catalog, please request the comprehensive catalog.

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- The strength of the paperboard is evaluated using the load bending method. - One end of the test specimen is attached to a chuck to create a cantilever beam, and the other end is bent at a specified speed to 15°. - The force required to bend the specimen when the load length reaches 50mm is read from the load scale. - The bending moment and bending resistance are calculated from the read load scale. - A digital type that allows for direct reading of the strength of the paperboard, model [312-D], is also available. <Reference Standards> JIS-P8125, TAPPI-T489, ISO-2493 [Regarding Catalog Download] Please request the catalog from the related links below or by contacting us. *For products without a standalone catalog, please request the comprehensive catalog.

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- This is a Elmendorf tear testing machine that evaluates the tear strength of paper, board, plastic films, and other materials using the Elmendorf tear method. - A pendulum in the shape of a fan is swung down from a fixed height to tear a test specimen that has been pre-cut, and the force required to tear it is read from the scale of the testing machine to calculate the tear strength. - Both load-type and light-load type options are available. - There is also a digital type [315-D] that allows for direct reading of tear strength. By entering the number of test pieces on the touch panel, it calculates the tear strength per piece (mN). Additionally, accurate testing can be performed with the loss correction function. <Reference Standards> JIS-K7128-2, P8116, TAPPI-T414, ISO-1974, 6383-2 [Regarding Catalog Download] Please request the catalog through the related links below or by contacting us. *For products without individual catalogs, please request the comprehensive catalog.

• Other measurement, recording and measuring instruments

- The ring crush method measures the compressive strength of paper and board when wrapped in a ring shape and subjected to vertical load. - The test specimen is attached to a support device consisting of an outer frame and an inner frame. - The specimen is compressed at a specified speed until it collapses. - The maximum compressive force is measured using a load cell. - Optionally, by exchanging fixtures, tests for the adhesive strength of cardboard, as well as flat compression and vertical compression tests, can also be conducted. <Reference Standards> JIS-P8126, ISO-12192 (Options: Z0402, Z0403-1, Z0403-2) 【About Catalog Download】 Please request the catalog through the related links below or by contacting us. *For products without individual catalogs, please request the comprehensive catalog.

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- This is a cup (moisture permeability tester, packaging material) used to evaluate the moisture permeability (water vapor transmission rate) of moisture-proof packaging materials such as plastic films and processed papers, as well as leather and coatings. - A sample is attached to a cup containing a desiccant, sealed with a sealing agent, and the weight is measured at regular intervals under specified temperature and humidity conditions. - From the measured weight, the mass of water vapor passing per unit area is calculated, which is defined as the moisture permeability. <Reference Standards> JIS-(K5400), K6549, Z0208, TAPPI-T448, T464, ISO-2528 (Related Products: Constant Temperature and Humidity Chamber for Moisture Permeability Testing No. 367) (Related Products: Moisture Permeability Cup for Fibers No. 401) 【About Catalog Download】 Please request the catalog from the related links below or by contacting us. *For products without individual catalogs, please request the comprehensive catalog.

• Other measurement, recording and measuring instruments

- The air permeability of paper and board, as well as the air permeability of woolen fabrics, is evaluated according to the Gurley test method. - A test specimen is attached to the clamping plate, and the inner cylinder is lowered into the outer cylinder to compress the air with the weight of the inner cylinder, applying pressure to the test specimen. - The time taken for a fixed amount of air to pass through the test specimen secured to the clamping plate is measured, and the air permeability resistance and ISO air permeability are calculated. - The measurement method can be selected as manual using a stopwatch [323] or automatic using a digital timer [323-AUTO]. <Reference Standards> JIS-L1096, P8117, ASTM-D726, TAPPI-T460, ISO-5636-5 [Regarding Catalog Download] Please request the catalog from the related links below or by contacting us. *For products without individual catalogs, please request the comprehensive catalog.

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- This is a Gurley-type densitometer (Gurley air permeability testing machine, air permeability tester) that evaluates the air permeability of paper, board, woolen fabrics, etc., according to the Gurley test method. - It is an automatic type with a digital timer. - The air resistance (s) and ISO air permeability (µm/(Pa⋅s)) are automatically displayed on the touch panel. <Reference Standards> JIS-L1096, P8117, ASTM-D726, TAPPI-T460, ISO-5636-5 【About Catalog Download】 Please request the catalog from the related links below or by contacting us. *For products without a standalone catalog, please request the comprehensive catalog.

• Other measurement, recording and measuring instruments

- The Clark hardness testing machine (Clark-type Stiffness Tester) evaluates the hardness (rigidity and flexibility) of materials such as paper, plastic film, and textiles according to the Clark method. - The test specimen is sandwiched between two rolls, and by turning the handle, it is rotated to the left and right at a speed of 1.0 ± 0.1 revolutions per minute to a specified angle (90 ± 2° for textiles, 88 to 95° for paper). The length of the specimen that falls due to its own weight (critical length) is measured. - The Clark hardness is calculated from the measured protrusion length. <Reference Standards> JIS-(L1018), L1096, P8143, TAPPI-(T451) 【About Catalog Download】 Please request the catalog from the related links below or by contacting us. *For products without a standalone catalog, please request the comprehensive catalog.

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- This is a roller used to press test specimens onto a test plate under certain conditions when evaluating the adhesive strength of adhesive tape and adhesive sheets. - When pressing, only the mass of the roller is applied to the test specimen. <Reference Standards> JIS-C2107, Z0237 【About Catalog Download】 Please request a catalog through the related links below or by contacting us. *For products without individual catalogs, please request the comprehensive catalog.

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- It is a specimen cutter that accurately collects test specimens for tensile testing of paper, board, plastic films, etc. - It cuts according to the grooves. 【About Catalog Download】 Please request the catalog from the related links below or by contacting us. *For products that do not have a separate catalog, please request the comprehensive catalog.

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- This is a testing machine for evaluating the curl and size of paper using the curl size degree method. - It is mainly used for printing paper. - Fill the tank with distilled water or drinking water, float the test specimen on the water surface of the test hole, and start measuring the time. - Read the angle indicated at the moment when the curl of the test specimen reaches its maximum and the movement of the curl reverses, and then stop the time measurement. <Reference Standards> TAPPI-(T466), J.TAPPI-No.14 【About Catalog Download】 Please request the catalog from the related links below or by contacting us. *For products without individual catalogs, please request the comprehensive catalog.

• Other measurement, recording and measuring instruments

- The moisture permeability of textile products is evaluated using the calcium chloride method (A-1 method) and the water method (A-2 method). - In the calcium chloride method, approximately 33g of desiccant (calcium chloride) is placed in a cup preheated to 40°C, and the test specimen, packing, and ring are placed on top and secured with a nut, sealing the sides with vinyl adhesive tape to create the test body. - In the water method, approximately 42ml of water at around 40°C is used instead of the desiccant to create the test body. Under specified temperature and humidity conditions, the mass is measured after one hour and again after another hour to calculate the moisture permeability. <Reference Standard> JIS-L1099 【Regarding Catalog Download】 Please request the catalog from the related links below or by contacting us. *For products without a standalone catalog, please request the comprehensive catalog.

• Other measurement, recording and measuring instruments

- Evaluate the color fastness to friction of textile products, leather, rubber, plastic-coated fabrics, etc. - Fix the test specimen to the test specimen platform and attach a white cotton cloth to the friction element of the testing machine. Apply the specified load from above the friction element and move the test specimen platform back and forth horizontally at the specified speed. - After the specified number of back-and-forth movements, determine the degree of coloring of the white cotton cloth using a grayscale. <Reference Standards> JIS-K6404-16, K6547, L0849, (L0862), ISO-105-X12 [Regarding Catalog Download] Please request the catalog from the related links below or by contacting us. *For products without a standalone catalog, please request the comprehensive catalog.

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- Evaluates the dyeing fastness against friction for textile products, leather, rubber, plastic-coated fabrics, etc. - A wide range of tests can be conducted, including the evaluation of abrasion resistance and friction resistance of cardboard, inks, etc. - The test specimen is fixed to a test piece platform shaped like a semicircle with a surface radius of 200mm, and a white cotton cloth is fixed to the friction element of the testing machine. - The friction element is placed on top of the test specimen, a specified load is applied from above the friction element, and the friction element is moved back and forth horizontally at a specified speed. - After the specified number of back-and-forth movements, the degree of coloring of the white cotton cloth is assessed using a grayscale. <Reference Standards> JIS-K5701-1, K6404-16, K6547, K6772, L0849, (L0862), L1084, P8136, ISO-105-X12, (JASO) [Regarding Catalog Download] Please request the catalog from the related links below or by contacting us. *For products without individual catalogs, please request the comprehensive catalog.

• Image Processing Equipment

- The Scott-type method is used to conduct abrasion tests on textiles, rubber, plastic sheets, etc. using a Scott-type testing machine. - The loading method is spring-based. - The test specimen is fixed in two chucks spaced at a specified distance, and while applying a constant pressing load from one side of the chuck, it is subjected to reciprocating friction at a speed of 120±2 times per minute over a specified distance. - The number of times the width of the test specimen is reduced by 10 to 15 mm is measured and evaluated as abrasion resistance. <Reference Standards> JIS-K6404-6, (K6404-6), L1096, JASO 【About Catalog Download】 Please request the catalog from the related links below or by contacting us. *For products without individual catalogs, please request the comprehensive catalog.

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- The tear strength of fabrics, rubber, plastic tear strips, etc., is evaluated using Method D (Pendulum Method) of the tear strength test. - A 20mm incision is made after the test specimen is attached. - The pendulum in the shape of a sector is swung down from a certain height to tear the test specimen. - The value indicated by the pointer is read directly from the scale and is considered the tear strength. <Reference Standards> JIS-(K6404-4), K6404-2, (L1018), (L1085), L1096, ISO-9290 【Regarding Catalog Download】 Please request the catalog from the related links below or by contacting us. *For products without individual catalogs, please request the comprehensive catalog.

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- This is a testing machine for conducting the A method (ICI type mace test method) of the snag test for woven and knitted fabrics. - It is suitable for woven and knitted fabrics, excluding lightweight and coarse density fabrics. - The test specimen, sewn in a cylindrical shape, is wrapped around the rotating cylinder with the outer side facing out. - The distance between the mace (spike ball) and the guiding rod of the testing machine is checked, and the rotating cylinder is turned 100 times at a speed of 60 revolutions per minute. - After the test, the specimen is evaluated by comparing it with standard snag evaluation photographs using a judgment cabinet. <Reference Standards> JIS-L1058, ASTM-D3939 【Regarding Catalog Download】 Please request the catalog through the related links below or by contacting us. *For products without individual catalogs, please request the comprehensive catalog.

• Image Processing Equipment

- This is a cantilever-type testing machine that evaluates the rigidity and flexibility of textiles using the 45° cantilever method. - A test specimen is placed on a water level with a 45° incline, and it is slid in the direction of the slope. The position of the end of the specimen that is not in contact with the slope is read using a scale when the other end touches the slope. - There is also a more accurate testing machine, the [476-M], which automates the sliding motion of the specimen. <Reference Standards> JIS-(L1018), L1096, (JASO) 【About Catalog Download】 Please request the catalog through the related links below or by contacting us. *For products without individual catalogs, please request the comprehensive catalog.

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- This is a testing machine that automates a parallel plate viscometer. - The magnified dimensions of the sample are input via a camera, and the relationship with elapsed time is processed in the software. <Reference Standards> JIS-K5101, K5701-1 [Regarding Catalog Download] Please request the catalog from the related links below or by contacting us. *For products that do not have an individual catalog, please request the comprehensive catalog.

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- This is a testing device (viscometer) for evaluating the fluidity of pigments, lithographic inks, etc., using the spread meter method. - A specified amount of sample is pushed up through the sample hole in the center of the fixed plate using a piston. - At the moment the entire amount is pushed up, the weight plate is dropped, and the sample is spread between the fixed plate and the weight plate by the weight of the weight plate. - After a specified time, the diameter of the sample that has spread in concentric circles is measured, and this value is recorded as the spread meter value. <Reference Standards> JIS-K5101, K5701-1 【Regarding Catalog Download】 Please request the catalog through the related links below or by contacting us. *For products without individual catalogs, please request the comprehensive catalog.

• Viscometer

- This is a rotary wet film thickness gauge for measuring the wet film thickness of paint. - It measures the wet film thickness of paint according to Method 1 of Measurement Method 1B. - It consists of three rings, with the inner ring being smaller and eccentric compared to the outer ring. - The gauge is pressed against the paint film surface. Grasp the rotating axis and roll it in one direction to lift it, then read the highest value where the inner ring is wet. - Roll it in the other direction to take a measurement and calculate the average value as the wet film thickness. <Reference Standards> JIS-(K5400), K5600-1-7, ISO-2808 【About Catalog Download】 Please request the catalog from the related links below or by contacting us. *For products without a standalone catalog, please request the comprehensive catalog.

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- This is a product that creates a coating of a certain thickness using paint, pigments, etc. - By utilizing eccentricity and aligning the scales on both sides, it can be applied at any desired thickness. <Reference Standards> JIS-K5101, (K5400) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. 【About Catalog Download】 Please request the catalog from the related links below or by contacting us. *For products that do not have a standalone catalog, please request the comprehensive catalog.

• Other painting machines

- This is a testing device (coating bending tester, bending test apparatus, resistance to bending tester) for evaluating the bending resistance of coatings such as paints and varnishes using the cylindrical mandrel method. - Fully expand the test receiving plate and attach the mandrel. Insert the test plate, which has been painted and subjected to the specified curing, between the test receiving plate and the mandrel with the painted surface facing outward, and bend it 180° over a period of 1 to 2 seconds. - After bending, check the test plate in its bent state and evaluate the cracking of the coating and the resistance to peeling from the metal substrate as the bending resistance. <Reference Standards> JIS-(K5400), K5600-5-1, ISO-1519 【Regarding Catalog Download】 Please request the catalog from the related links below or by contacting us. *For products without individual catalogs, please request the comprehensive catalog.

• Testing Equipment and Devices

- This is a testing machine (cupping tester, cupping test device, Erichsen tester) for evaluating the cupping resistance of coatings. - The test specimen is fixed between the holding ring and the die, and the zero point is set where the tip of the punch contacts the test specimen. - The test is conducted by either pressing to a specified depth at a speed of 0.2±0.1mm per minute (constant distance method) or by pressing the punch until cracks or peeling of the coating are observed in the area being pressed (break distance method). - In the constant distance method, the cracking of the coating and peeling from the substrate are evaluated, while in the break distance method, the distance the punch is pressed is measured and evaluated as the Erichsen value. <Reference Standards> JIS-B7729, (K5400), K5600-5-2, Z2247, ISO-1520, 20482 【About Catalog Download】 Please request the catalog from the related links below or by contacting us. *For products without individual catalogs, please request the comprehensive catalog.

• Testing Equipment and Devices

- This is an electric testing machine for evaluating the resistance of paint films to cupping, known as the Erichsen paint film strength tester. - The speed of the punch insertion is controlled electrically. - The test is conducted by either pushing the punch to a specified depth at a speed of 0.2±0.1 mm per minute (constant distance method) or continuing to push the punch until cracks or peeling of the paint film are observed (break distance method). - In the constant distance method, the cracking of the paint film and peeling from the substrate are evaluated. - In the break distance method, the distance the punch is pushed in is measured and evaluated as the Erichsen value. <Reference Standards> JIS-B7729, (K5400), K5600-5-2, Z2247, ISO-1520, 20482 【Regarding Catalog Download】 Please request the catalog from the related links below or by contacting us. *For products without a standalone catalog, please request the comprehensive catalog.

• Other measurement, recording and measuring instruments

- This is a DuPont impact testing machine used to evaluate the drop weight resistance of coatings and the point impact strength of plastic sheets. - The test specimen, with the coated surface facing up, is placed between a striking mold with a certain curvature and a receiving base with a specific indentation, and a weight is dropped from a specified height onto the striking mold. - After removing the test specimen and leaving it in the room for one hour, the presence of cracks or peeling in the coating due to impact deformation is examined. - There are two types available: one for a drop height of 500mm and another for a drop height of 1000mm. <Reference Standards> JIS-(K5400), K5600-5-3, ASTM-D2794 (Plastics), ISO-6272 【Regarding Catalog Download】 Please request the catalog from the related links below or by contacting us. *For products without individual catalogs, please request the comprehensive catalog.

• Image Processing Equipment

- This is a testing machine for evaluating the impact resistance of paint films and the point impact strength of plastic sheets. - A test specimen with the painted surface facing up is placed between a striking mold with a certain curvature and a receiving base with a specific indentation, and a weight is dropped from a specified height onto the striking mold. - After removing the test specimen and leaving it in a room for one hour, the presence of cracks or peeling in the paint film due to impact deformation is examined. - The low-temperature chamber can be set to an environment of -35 to 60°C using a refrigeration unit. <Reference Standards> JIS-(K5400), K5600-5-3, ASTM-D2794 (Plastic), ISO-6272 [Regarding Catalog Download] Please request the catalog from the related links below or by contacting us. *For products without individual catalogs, please request the comprehensive catalog.

• Impact Test

- This is a measuring instrument for determining the dispersion of paints, varnishes, and pigments, as well as the grinding degree of offset inks (particle size measuring device, particle gauge, grind gauge). - It should be installed on a horizontal surface with the shallow groove facing towards you. - Place the sample in the deeper groove, press the scraper against the shallow groove direction, and move it evenly while reading the scale at which densely packed particles begin to appear. - We offer two types to suit different sizes: No. 527 Particle Size Measuring Device (Grind Meter) Small No. 547 Particle Size Measuring Device (Grind Meter) Large <Reference Standards> JIS-K5101, (K5400), K5600-2-5, K5701-1, ASTM-D1210, ISO-1524 【About Catalog Download】 Please request the catalog from the related links below or by contacting us. *For products without a standalone catalog, please request the comprehensive catalog.

• Testing Equipment and Devices

- This is a fixed-volume cup (metal density bottle) used to measure the density (specific gravity) of liquid paints, adhesives, etc., using the specific gravity cup method. - Density is measured at a specified temperature and expressed in g/cm³. <Reference Standards> JIS-(K5400), K5600-2-4, K6833, ISO-2811 【About Catalog Download】 Please request the catalog from the related links below or by contacting us. *For products without a standalone catalog, please request the comprehensive catalog.

• Other measurement, recording and measuring instruments

- This is a testing machine (wear testing device, sand falling wear testing device) used to evaluate the wear resistance of surface-treated coatings such as paint and plating. - The test specimen is mounted at a 45° angle to the vertical direction, and standard sand is dropped from a specified height with a defined drop amount. - The time until the coating is worn away and the substrate is exposed, as well as the amount of sand used, is measured, or the changes in thickness and mass of the test specimen before and after dropping a specified amount of sand are measured to calculate wear resistance. <Reference Standards> JIS-A1452, A5423, H8503, H8682-3, ASTM-D968 【About Catalog Download】 Please request the catalog from the related links below or by contacting us. *For products without a standalone catalog, please request the comprehensive catalog.

• Testing Equipment and Devices

- It is an automatic coating machine for producing paint films, pigments, inks, etc. - Since it applies at a constant speed, it eliminates unevenness and individual differences. - The base plate has suction holes, allowing for application on coated paper and polyester films through vacuum suction. - It can be used with both bar coaters and applicators. <Reference Standards> JIS-K5101, (K5400), ASTM-D823 【Regarding Catalog Download】 Please request the catalog from the related links below or by contacting us. *For products without individual catalogs, please request the comprehensive catalog.

• Other painting machines

- This is an automatic suction-type coating machine for producing paint films, pigments, inks, etc. - It applies at a constant speed, eliminating unevenness and individual differences. - The base plate has suction holes, allowing for coating on materials such as coated paper and polyester film in a vacuum state. - It can be used with both bar coaters and applicators. - The upper part employs a heated plate, capable of reaching temperatures up to 120°C. <Reference Standards> JIS-K5101, (K5400), ASTM-D823 【Regarding Catalog Download】 Please request the catalog through the related links below or by contacting us. *For products without individual catalogs, please request the comprehensive catalog.

• Injection Molding Machine

- This is an automatic suction-type coating machine (automatic suction-type coater, automatic applicator) for producing coatings of paints, pigments, inks, etc. - It adopts a porous ceramic plate in the base part of the automatic film applicator, allowing for coating on extremely thin coated paper and polyester films through vacuum suction. - It can be used with both bar coaters and applicators. - It eliminates unevenness and individual differences by applying at a constant speed. <Reference Standards> JIS-K5101, (K5400), ASTM-D823 【About Catalog Download】 Please request the catalog from the related links below or by contacting us. *For products without a standalone catalog, please request the comprehensive catalog.

• Other painting machines

- It is a machine (Hoover muller, Hoover-type muller, automatic Hoover muller) that mixes and disperses pigments with a vehicle between two frosted glass discs using the Hoover-type muller method. - The dispersibility will be examined using a grind meter (particle size measuring device). <Reference Standard> JIS-K5101 *Specifications are subject to change without notice. 【About Catalog Download】 Please request the catalog from the related links below or by contacting us. *For products without a standalone catalog, please request the comprehensive catalog.

• Testing Equipment and Devices

- It is used to create a coating of a certain thickness with paint, pigments, etc. - Spread the sample on the test plate and pull it towards you at a uniform speed while pressing down. - It allows for uniform film thickness and is capable of multi-surface applications. - Custom products are also available, such as two-sided, three-sided, and four-sided types. <Reference Standards> JIS-K5101, (K5400) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. [Regarding Catalog Download] Please request the catalog from the related links below or by contacting us. *For products without a single-item catalog, please request the comprehensive catalog.

• Other painting machines

- This is a testing machine (test roll) for evaluating the drying properties and tire adhesion of road marking paint. - A sample is applied to a glass plate with a specified width to create a test piece. After a specified time has elapsed, it is rolled at a constant speed to pass through the specified width of the sample in one second. - The presence of the paint film on the tire after rolling is visually inspected and evaluated. <Reference Standards> JIS-K5665, ASTM-D711 *Specifications are subject to change without notice. [Regarding Catalog Download] Please request the catalog from the related links below or by contacting us. *For products without a standalone catalog, please request the comprehensive catalog.

• Testing Equipment and Devices

- This is a processing machine (grid test machine) that automatically makes grid pattern cuts in the coating film to evaluate its resistance using the cross-cut method. - The blade is positioned to make contact with the specimen vertically, and a specified load is applied. - All cuts must penetrate the coating film and reach the surface of the substrate, and a specified number of cuts are made on the specimen. - After making the cuts, brushing is done with a brush, and a specified tape is applied, which is removed within 5 minutes. - The surface of the specimen is visually compared with the classification table for evaluation. - In No.551-AUTO-1, the number of cuts and their pitch can be set. - In No.551-AUTO-2, the operation of rotating the specimen by 90° is also automated. <Reference Standards> JIS-D0202, (K5400), K5600-5-6, ISO-2409 [Regarding Catalog Download] Please request the catalog from the related links below or by contacting us. *For products without individual catalogs, please request the comprehensive catalog.

• Other processing machines

- This is a testing machine (cleaning test machine, cleaning test device, wet abrasion test device, abrasion resistance test device) for evaluating the washability and wet abrasion resistance of coatings. - The test specimen is fixed in the test tank with the coated surface facing up, a cleaning solution is applied, and it is left to stand for 60 seconds before being scrubbed back and forth with a specified brush or abrasive pad for a specified number of cycles. - After removing the test specimen and washing it with tap water, the presence of coating damage or exposure of the substrate due to wear is examined, and the amount of mass loss of the coating is calculated. <Reference Standards> JIS-A6909, K3920, (K5400), K5600-5-11, K5660, K5663, K5667, K5668, ISO-11998 *Specifications are subject to change without notice. *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us. 【Regarding Catalog Download】 Please request the catalog from the related links below or through inquiries. *For products without a standalone catalog, please request the comprehensive catalog.

• Testing Equipment and Devices

- This is a pencil scratch hardness tester used to evaluate the scratch hardness of coatings. - It is also used for the Clemens-type scratch hardness test of decorative boards and for evaluating the solvent resistance of enamel wires. - After attaching the specified pencil to the tester and balancing it, a specified weight is placed on it, and the handle is turned to scratch the coating at a 45° angle. - After the test, the indentation on the test piece is examined visually for evaluation, and the hardness value is determined by the density symbol of the hardest pencil that shows no signs of coating damage or scratches. <Reference Standards> JIS-(C3003), C3216-4, D0202, (K5400), K5600-5-4, K5651, K6894, K6902, ASTM-D2197, D3363, ISO-15184, IEC-60851-4 【About Catalog Download】 Please request the catalog from the related links below or by contacting us. *For products without individual catalogs, please request the comprehensive catalog.

• Other measurement, recording and measuring instruments

- This is a testing machine that can be operated electrically instead of manually turning the handle for pencil scratch hardness testing. - We also offer the M2 type, which allows testing with two pencils at once. - The hardness value is determined by scratching the coated surface at a 45° angle, using the hardest pencil that shows no signs of coating damage or scratches. - It is also used for evaluating the scratch hardness of decorative boards and the solvent resistance of enamel wires. <Reference Standards> JIS-(C3003), C3216-4, D0202, (K5400), K5600-5-4, K5651, K6894, K6902, ASTM-D2197, D3363, ISO-15184, IEC-60851-4 【About Catalog Download】 Please request the catalog from the related links below or by contacting us. *For products without a standalone catalog, please request the comprehensive catalog.

• Strength Testing Equipment

- A load of 750g is applied to the tip of a pencil mounted at a 45° angle to the coated surface. - The specified pencil is attached to the testing machine, and after the tip of the pencil is placed on the test specimen, it is pressed for at least 7mm at a speed of 0.5 to 1.0mm per second for testing. - After the test, the indentation on the test specimen is examined visually for evaluation. <Reference Standard> JIS-K5600-5-4 【Regarding Catalog Download】 Please request the catalog from the related links below or by contacting us. *For products without a standalone catalog, please request the comprehensive catalog.

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- This is a product that creates a coating of a certain thickness using paint, pigments, etc. - Spread the sample in a strip on the test plate and pull it evenly towards you at a constant speed without rotating it. - It is suitable for applying to relatively flexible materials such as paper, film, and metal foil, as well as for large areas. <Reference Standards> JIS-K5101, (5400) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. *For more details, please refer to the catalog or feel free to contact us. [Regarding Catalog Download] Please request the catalog from the related links below or through inquiries. *For products without a separate catalog, please request the comprehensive catalog.

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