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Fabric Drape Tester
Fabric Drape Tester
Fabric Drape Tester is a lab device used to measure the drape ability of fabric—how it hangs under its own weight. It assesses how fabric conforms in folds or waves, which affects garment appearance and comfort.
Purpose of Fabric Drape Tester:
To evaluate the aesthetic and functional behavior of a fabric when suspended, especially important in apparel and home textiles.
Working Principle:
A circular fabric specimen is placed over a smaller disc. The unsupported edges drape downward. A light source casts a shadow of the draped shape onto a recording surface or scanner. The area of the shadow is measured to calculate the drape coefficient.
Main Components of Fabric Drape Tester:
– Rotating Support Disc: Holds the fabric.
– Light Source: Projects the drape shadow.
– Paper or Digital Scanner: Captures the drape outline.
– Template: For cutting fabric to standard test size.
– Software or Plan meter: Calculates the drape coefficient.
Applications of Fabric Drape Tester:
– Fashion and apparel design
– Fabric development
– Quality control in woven, knitted, or nonwoven fabrics
Benefits of Fabric Drape Tester:
- Quantifies Fabric Flow – Measures drape behavior accurately, crucial for garments and furnishings.
- Supports Design Decisions – Helps designers select fabrics that match the intended look and movement of a product.
- Improves Garment Fit and Comfort – Ensures fabrics behave naturally on the body, enhancing wear ability.
- Enhances Product Aesthetics – Prevents stiff or limp fabric choices in fashion, interior, or technical textiles.
- Standardized Evaluation – Enables comparison across fabrics using drape coefficient, based on standards (e.g., BS 5058).
- Supports R&D – Useful in developing new fabrics or finishes to improve drape quality.
- Non-Destructive Testing – Tests fabric without damaging it, allowing for further analysis.
- Boosts Quality Control – Identifies batch inconsistencies or performance issues early in production.
Features of Fabric Drape Tester:
- Rotating Support Disc – Holds the fabric sample over a smaller disc to create natural drape.
- Standard Sample Size Support – Designed for circular fabric samples, usually 30 cm in diameter.
- Light Projection System – Projects the draped fabric’s shadow onto a screen or recording surface.
- Drape Coefficient Calculation – Measures the shadow area to compute the drape coefficient (percentage of unsupported area covered by the shadow).
- Digital or Manual Options – Available in models with digital image processing or manual plan meter tracing.
- Stable Base and Structure – Ensures consistent and vibration-free testing conditions.
- Sample Templates Provided – For cutting precise, standard-sized fabric specimens.
- User-Friendly Interface – Simple controls for rotation and light alignment.
- Compact and Lab-Ready Design – Fits easily on lab benches and in testing environments.
- Compliance with Testing Standards – Supports BS 5058 and other relevant drape measurement methods.
How to Use Fabric Drape Tester:
- Prepare the Fabric Sample – Cut a circular fabric sample, typically 30 cm in diameter, using the provided template.
- Place the Fabric – Center the fabric sample over the smaller support disc (usually 18 cm diameter) on the tester.
- Turn on the Light Source – Illuminate the fabric from above so it casts a shadow onto the recording surface or paper below.
- Capture the Shadow Outline – Trace the shadow manually on paper or capture it digitally, depending on the model.
- Measure the Shadow Area – Use a plan meter (manual) or software (digital) to determine the shadow’s area.
- Calculate Drape Coefficient (DC) – Use the formula:
DC (%) = (Shadow Area – Support Disc Area) / (Full Fabric Area – Support Disc Area) × 100
- Record the Result – Log the drape coefficient to evaluate how stiff or flexible the fabric is.
- Repeat for Accuracy – Test multiple samples and average the results for consistency.
fabric drape tester
Scope of application
It is used for testing dynamic and static drape properties
(drape coefficient, shape change rate, surface ripple and drape uniformity, etc.)
of various fabrics.
Related standards GB/T23329 FZ/01045 BS5058 etc.
Instrument characteristics
1. CCD imaging, dynamic and static image processing.
2. A variety of charts and data statistics, analysis, storage, output
3. No need to replace background color, can test all kinds of color samples.
4. Work mode:Microcomputer control, CCD imaging, automatic processing of images and data automatically.
Technical parameters
1. Communication interface: RS232, USB
2. Image sensor: CCD sensor.
3. Static (dynamic) state draping coefficient: 0 ~ 100% + 2
4. Drapability uniformity: 0 ~ 100% + 2
5. The rate of morphological change is 0 to 100% + 2.
6. Surface waviness error: + 1
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fabric moisture permeability tester
Fabric Moisture Permeability Tester
Fabric Moisture Permeability Tester
- Upright Cup Method: The fabric covers a cup containing water, and the assembly is placed upright in a controlled environment. After a set duration, the weight loss is measured to determine the WVTR.
- Inverted Cup Method: The fabric is sealed over a cup, which is then inverted and exposed to a controlled environment. The amount of water vapor absorbed by the fabric is measured over time.
- Sweating Hot Plate Test: Simulates human perspiration by measuring the energy required to maintain a constant temperature on a heated plate covered with the fabric, providing insights into the fabric's breathability.
- Multi-Cup Design - Typically includes 6 or more test cups for simultaneous testing of multiple samples.
- Rotating Turntable - Ensures uniform air exposure and consistent vapor transmission across all samples.
- Precision Weighing System- Accurate measurement of weight loss to calculate water vapor transmission rate (WVTR).
- Temperature & Humidity Control - Maintains stable environmental conditions (e.g., 23°C, 50% RH) for reliable results.
- Digital Display or Software Interface - Displays real-time data and test status; advanced models offer data logging and export.
- Compliance with Standards - Supports ASTM E96, ISO 15496, BS 7209, JIS L1099 testing methods.
- Sealed Test Chambers- Prevents external air interference, improving accuracy.
- Corrosion-Resistant Construction - Durable materials suitable for long-term use in lab environments.
- Easy Sample Mounting - Quick and secure fabric placement on test cups with sealing rings.
- Low Maintenance Design- Simplified components for easy cleaning and upkeep.
- Prepare the Test Solution - Fill each test cup with a set amount of water (e.g., 50 ml), or a desiccant if using inverted method.
- Mount the Fabric - Cut the fabric into circular pieces matching the cup size.
- Weigh the Cups - Record the initial weight of each cup with the fabric mounted.
- Place on Turntable - Position all cups on the rotating tray inside the controlled chamber.
- Set Conditions - Close the chamber and maintain temperature (e.g., 23°C) and relative humidity (e.g., 50%) as per test standard.
- Start the Test - Begin rotation (usually ~2 RPM) and let it run for the specified time (often 24 hours).
- Weigh the Cups Again- After the test duration, reweigh the cups to determine weight loss due to moisture vapor passing through the fabric.
- Calculate WVTR - Use the formula: WVTR = (Weight Loss in grams × 24) / (Test Area in m² × Time in hours) Expressed in g/m²/24h.
- Clean and Store - Clean cups and components for future use.
Scope of application
It is used to determine the moisture permeability of various fabrics
(including moisture permeable coated fabrics)
and nonwovens such as batting cotton and space cotton.
[Related standards] GB/T12704 ASTM E90 JIS L1099A BS 7209 JIS L1099B (custom) etc.
Instrument characteristics
1. Integrated structure of baking oven and constant temperature and humidity box.
2. Microcomputer control, color touch screen Chinese menu operation.
3. Circulating air velocity 0.2-3m/s digital setting.
4. Imported high-precision temperature and humidity sensor, imported motor drive, ceramic
heating tube heating.
Technical parameters
1.Work mode: Microcomputer control, color touch screen Chinese menu operation, test environment monitoring.
2. Sample box control temperature:15 ~ 40 C, accuracy 0.1 + C, resolution 0.01 C
3. Heat dissipation mode:Air cooling
4. Sample box control humidity:30 ~ 95%, precision + 2%, resolution 0.01%
5. Test chamber humidification:≥300ml/h
6. Accompany oven control temperature: Room temperature to 200 c
7. Test time:1min～999h59min
8. The rate of circulating steam flow:0. 2-3m/s digital setting resolution 0.01m/s
9. Moisture permeability area:2827㎜2（∮60㎜GB）
Optional 3848, 2 (70 70 ASTM)
10. The number of moisture permeable cups.6 (GB) can be replaced by 6 (US standard).
11. Internal dimensions of drying oven:490×400×215mm
12. Power supply:Ac220V 50Hz 6kw
13. Size:930×820×1700mm
14. Weight:350kg 
Gray scale
Gray Scale
Gray Scale
- Gray Scale for Color Change - Compares the original and tested sample to measure color fading or alteration.
- Gray Scale for Staining - Compares a white adjacent fabric (before and after testing) to assess color transfer or staining.
- Standardized Evaluation - Provides a consistent and objective way to assess color change or staining.
- Simple and Quick to Use - Enables rapid visual comparison during fabric testing.
- Widely Accepted - Complies with international standards (ISO, AATCC) for color fastness grading.
- Cost-Effective Tool - Inexpensive yet essential for reliable quality control in textiles.
- Enhances Quality Assurance - Helps detect dyeing or printing issues before bulk production.
- Supports Multiple Tests - Used for evaluating wash fastness, rubbing fastness, perspiration, light exposure, and more.
- Portable and Durable - Easy to carry and long-lasting with proper care.
- Dual Type Availability - Comes in two types: for Color Change and for Staining.
- 5-Point Grading System - Grades from 1 (poor) to 5 (excellent), with half-step intervals like 4–5, 3–4.
- Standardized Grey Chips - Includes contrasting grey color pairs to match fabric changes accurately.
- Compact Design - Small, portable card or booklet format for easy lab and field use.
- Durable Material - Made from stable, fade-resistant plastic or cardboard for long-term use.
- Compliance with Standards - Follows ISO 105-A02 (Color Change) and ISO 105-A03 (Staining) norms.
- Easy Visual Comparison - Designed for quick side-by-side assessment of fabric before and after testing.
- Place the Samples - Lay the untested (original) and tested fabric side by side (for color change)
- Match Against Gray Scale Chips - Visually compare the difference between the samples and find the closest matching gray pair on the scale.
- Assign a Grade
- Record the Result - Note the grade in your test report as per the test method (e.g., ISO 105).
- Store Properly - Keep the gray scale away from light and moisture to avoid fading.
- Features :
- Dual Type Availability - Comes in two types: for Color Change and for Staining.
- 5-Point Grading System - Grades from 1 (poor) to 5 (excellent), with half-step intervals like 4–5, 3–4.
- Standardized Grey Chips - Includes contrasting grey color pairs to match fabric changes accurately.
- Compact Design - Small, portable card or booklet format for easy lab and field use.
- Gray Scale for Color Change - Used to evaluate the degree of color fading or change in a fabric after testing (e.g., washing, light exposure). - Assesses how much the original color has altered.
- Gray Scale for Staining - Used to assess the degree of color transfer from a dyed fabric to an adjacent white fabric during testing (e.g., rubbing, washing).
Gray Scale
Fatigue tester for Elastic fabric
Fatigue Tester for Elastic Fabric
Fatigue tester for Elastic fabric
- Adjustable Stretch Range - Allows setting stretch levels (e.g., 0–100%) to simulate real-life fabric use.
- High-Cycle Capability - Supports up to millions of stretch-relax cycles for long-term fatigue analysis.
- Touch Screen Control - 7-inch color display for easy setup, monitoring, and data entry.
- Servo Motor Driven - Ensures precise and smooth linear motion during testing.
- Customizable Speed - Adjustable test speed (e.g., up to 40 cycles per minute) based on test requirements.
- Multi-Sample Testing - Some models allow testing multiple specimens simultaneously.
- Cycle Counter with Alarm - Built-in counter with programmable stop after preset cycles and auto-alert feature.
- Durable Construction - Robust metal frame suitable for continuous testing in lab environments.
- Standard Compliance - Designed to follow standards like GB/T 37635 for elastic fabric testing.
- Prepare the Sample
- Mount the Sample - Secure both ends of the fabric in the upper and lower clamps.
- Set Test Parameters
- Start the Test - Press start on the touch screen interface. - The machine will cyclically stretch and release the sample.
- Monitor Progress - Observe operation or let it run automatically.
- Remove and inspect - Take out the fabric and measure elongation, recovery, or visual defects.
- Record and Compare Results - Compare with initial measurements or standard performance criteria.
Fatigue tester for Elastic fabric
Color Matching Cabinet-Light Box
Color Matching Cabinet-Light Box
Color Matching Cabinet-Light Box
Fabric Stiffness Tester
Fabric Stiffness Tester
Fabric Stiffness Tester
- Accurate Measurement of Flexibility - Provides reliable data on fabric stiffness, essential for quality control and product development.
- Improves Product Comfort - Helps assess how soft or rigid a fabric will feel in clothing or furnishings.
- Supports Material Selection - Aids designers and engineers in choosing the right fabric for specific applications based on stiffness.
- Quality Assurance - Detects fabric inconsistencies or defects that affect handling or drape.
- Standards Compliance - Enables testing as per international standards like ASTM D1388 and ISO 9073-7 for global product approval.
- Quick and Simple Operation - Delivers fast results with minimal operator training or preparation.
- Applicable to Multiple Materials - Suitable for woven, nonwoven, knitted fabrics, paper, and films.
- Enhances R&D Accuracy - Supports consistent material testing during product innovation and textile finishing.
- Graduated Measurement Scale - Precise scale to measure overhang length for accurate stiffness calculation.
- Flat Test Platform - Smooth, level surface ensures consistent and reliable fabric movement.
- Standard Deflection Angle Guide - Built-in 41.5° angle reference for consistent stiffness testing (per ASTM/ISO).
- Manual or Motorized Models - Available in both types for simple or automated operation depending on lab needs.
- Compact Design - Space-saving unit ideal for textile labs and quality control rooms.
- Sample Holder or Clamp - Ensures correct alignment and smooth feeding of fabric strips during testing.
- Durable Construction - Made of corrosion-resistant materials like stainless steel or aluminum for long-term use.
- Compliance with Standards - Supports methods like ASTM D1388, ISO 9073-7 for stiffness testing of fabrics.
- Lightweight and Portable - Easy to move and use in various lab settings.
- Low Maintenance - Simple mechanical parts require minimal servicing.
- Prepare the Sample - Cut the fabric into a rectangular strip (e.g., 25 mm × 200 mm), as per standard.
- Place the Sample - Lay the fabric strip flat on the test platform with one end aligned at the zero mark.
- Slide the Fabric - Gently push the fabric forward so it slowly overhangs the platform.
- Watch for Deflection - Stop sliding when the free end of the fabric bends down to the reference angle (typically 41.5°).
- Read the Bending Length - Measure the overhang distance from the scale. This is the bending length (C).
- Calculate Flexural Rigidity
- Repeat for Accuracy - Test both warp and weft directions and average the results for better accuracy.
Scope of application
It is used to measure the stiffness of cotton,
wool, silk, linen, chemical fibers and other woven fabrics,
knitted fabrics, general nonwovens, coated fabrics, etc.
It is also suitable for measuring the stiffness of paper,
leather, film and other flexible materials.
Relevant Standards
GB/T 18318, ASTM D 1388, IS09073-7, BS EN22313 etc.
[Instrument Characteristics]
1. Infrared photoelectric invisible inclined plane
detection system replaces the traditional tangible inclined plane,
realizes non-contact detection, and overcomes the problem that
the measurement accuracy is affected by
the sample torsion lifted by the inclined plane.
2. The inclination adjustable mechanism of instrument
measurement to meet different test requirements.
3. Stepping motor drive, accurate measurement, smooth operation;
4. The color touch screen display can show the extended length,
bending length, bending stiffness of the sample, the warp average,
the weft average and the total average of the above values respectively.
5. Printing of Chinese report forms for thermal printers.
Technical parameters
1. Test methods: The two method (A method: Weft test, B method: Forward and backward test)
2. Measurement angle:41.5 degree, 43 degree and 45 degree adjustable
3. Extend the length range:5-220 mm (special requirements can be made at the time of ordering)
4. Length resolution:0.01mm
5. Measurement accuracy:±0.1mm
6. Specimen specifications:250×25mm
7. Work platform specifications:250×50mm
8. Specification of sample pressing plate:250×25mm
9. Pushing speed of press plate:3 mm/s; 4 mm/s; 5 mm/s
10. Display output: Touch screen display
11. Print Output: Chinese Report
12. Data Processing Volume: A total of 15 groups, each group less than 20 trials
13. Printer: Thermal printer
14, power supply:AC220V 50Hz
15. Host volume:570mm×360mm×490mm
16. Host weight:20kg 
Laboratory mini stenter Dryer
Laboratory mini stenter Dryer
Automatic fixing Dryer
- Controlled Heating System
- Adjustable Fabric Width
- Variable Speed Conveyor - Allows control over fabric dwell time for drying or heat-setting.
- Compact and Bench-Top Design - Space-saving design ideal for textile labs and R&D units.
- Digital Controls - Easy-to-use digital interface for setting temperature, conveyor speed, and process time.
- Transparent Viewing Window - Allows operators to monitor fabric movement and drying visually.
- Low Energy Consumption - Designed for lab use, consuming less power than industrial models.
- Accurate Simulation of Production - Mimics industrial stenter conditions on a lab scale, ideal for pre-production testing and R&D.
- Cost-Effective Testing - Enables testing and fabric finishing without the high cost or space requirements of full-scale machines.
- Energy Efficient - Consumes less power compared to large stenters, making it economical for small-scale or frequent use.
- Precise Control - Offers accurate control of temperature, speed, and fabric tension, ensuring consistent results.
- Space-Saving Design - Compact and bench-top friendly, perfect for laboratories with limited space.
- Multiple Applications - Useful for drying, heat-setting, shrinkage testing, and evaluating chemical finishes.
- Faster Development Cycles - Speeds up new product development by allowing rapid sample testing and adjustments.
- Improved Fabric Quality - Helps optimize finishing parameters for better dimensional stability, hand feel, and appearance.
- Safe and User-Friendly- Designed with lab safety in mind, including temperature safety controls and easy operation.
- Compact Bench-Top Design - Ideal for laboratory use with limited space requirements.
- Adjustable Temperature Control - Precise heating (usually up to 220–250°C) with digital controllers for accurate processing.
- Variable Conveyor Speed- Allows adjustment of fabric dwell time for different drying or heat-setting needs.
- Width Adjustment Mechanism - Equipped with clips or pins to stretch and fix fabric width-wise, simulating industrial stenter conditions.
- Transparent Viewing Window - Enables visual monitoring of fabric movement and drying inside the chamber.
- Digital Display Panel- Easy-to-use interface for setting and monitoring temperature, speed, and time.
- Stainless Steel Construction- Durable and corrosion-resistant for long-term use at high temperatures.
- Uniform Heat Distribution- Ensures consistent fabric treatment across the width.
- Safety Features- Over-temperature protection and insulated body for operator safety.
- Versatile Applications - Suitable for drying, heat-setting, shrinkage testing, and chemical finish evaluations.
Martindale abrasion tester Updated
Martindale abrasion tester updated
Latest Update 1 A+
- Clothing sample weight hammer:397±2g Furniture decoration sample weight hammer:597±2g C. Stainless steel discs:260±1g
- Effective friction diameter of grinding block: Type A 198g(3kpa) friction head 28.8-0.084mm Type B 155g(1.52N) friction head 90-0.10mm 6. Relative velocity of gripper and grinding table:50 + 2R / MI (20-70r / min adjustable) 7. Sampling hammer quality:2385±10g 8. Shape size:870×580×300mm 9. power supply:AC220V 50Hz 500W 10.Weight:73KG.
- [Standard accessories] Items and specifications Qty Notes Main machine 1Power cable 1A type 198g Friction head 9 B type 155g(1.52N) Friction head 9 597g Hammer 9 397g Hammer 9, 666666666 260g Stainless steel disc 9, 2385g Holding hammer 1,B Friction head felt 18 ￠90mm Steel ball 6, Rubber ring 18, Inner Hexagonal Wrench 1
- Sampler 1, Fuse 2 3A, Standard felt 18, Weight:750±50g/m2, Thickness:2.5±0.5mm, Standard foam lining 40, Density:0.03g/cm3,Thickness:3mm,Standard abrasive 9 Circular shear template Each φ140mm、φ38mm,Small screw knife 1, Bottom foot 4
