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Fiber Oil Fast Extractor
Fiber Oil Fast Extractor
A Fiber Oil Fast Extractor is a laboratory instrument designed to determine the oil or finish content in fibers, yarns, or fabrics, particularly wool and synthetic materials. It operates on the principle of solvent extraction followed by evaporation.
Working Principle of Fiber Oil Fast Extractor:
- Sample Preparation: Cut the fabric or fiber into small pieces.
- Solvent Addition: Place the sample into a metal tube and add an appropriate solvent (e.g., petroleum ether, ethyl ether).
- Extraction: Apply weight to the sample to facilitate the dissolution of oils into the solvent.
- Evaporation: The solvent-oil mixture drips onto a heated plate where the solvent evaporates, leaving behind the oil.
- Measurement: Weigh the remaining oil and calculate its percentage relative to the initial sample mass.
Key Features of Fiber Oil Fast Extractor:
– Multiple Workstations: Models like the Quick Extra offer four independent stations for simultaneous testing.- Automatic Weight Pressurization: Eliminates manual pressure application, ensuring consistent results.- Microcomputer Temperature Control: Maintains uniform heating (typically 90°C–120°C) with ±1°C precision.
– Digital Interface: Features timers and oil calculators for efficient operation.
– Data Connectivity: Some models can connect to systems like Smart Tex Lab for real-time monitoring and data management.
Applications of Fiber Oil Fast Extractor:
– Textile Industry: Assessing oil content in fibers to ensure quality and compliance with standards like GB/T 6504-2017. – Research and Development: Studying the effects of oils and finishes on fiber properties. – Quality Control: Ensuring consistency in fiber treatment processes.
Benefits of Fiber Oil Fast Extractor:
- Accurate Oil Content Measurement- Precisely determines oil or finish content in fibers, crucial for quality control.
- Rapid Extraction Process – Delivers fast results, improving lab efficiency and productivity.
- Simultaneous Multi-Sample Testing – Multiple workstations (e.g., 4 at once) reduce testing time for bulk samples.
- Improved Product Quality – Helps maintain consistent oil levels, which affect dyeing, processing, and fabric performance.
- Automatic Operation – Automated pressing and heating reduce manual effort and operator error.
- Digital Monitoring – Built-in timer, temperature control, and oil calculator enhance accuracy and usability.
- Compliance with Standards – Supports industry methods like GB/T 6504-2017, ensuring reliable and standard-compliant results.
- Safe Solvent Handling – Enclosed design minimizes solvent exposure and evaporation loss.
Features of Fiber Oil Fast Extractor:
- Multiple Test Stations – Usually equipped with 2 to 4 independent work units for parallel testing.
- Automatic Weight Pressing System – Applies consistent pressure on samples for uniform solvent extraction.
- Microcomputer Temperature Control – Maintains precise heating (typically 90–120°C) with ±1°C accuracy.
- Built-in Timer and Calculator – Allows setting extraction time and calculates oil content directly.
- Solvent Evaporation Plate- Heats and evaporates solvent quickly, leaving only the oil residue.
- Digital Display – Shows time, temperature, and process status for user-friendly operation.
- Compact and Durable Design – Made with corrosion-resistant materials suited for chemical handling.
- Safety Features – Includes overheat protection and enclosed solvent chamber to reduce exposure risk.
- Standard Compliant – Designed to meet GB/T 6504-2017 and similar industry testing standards.
How to Use Fiber Oil Fast Extractor:
- Prepare the Sample – Cut 5–10 g of fiber or yarn into small pieces and place in the sample tube.
- Add Solvent – Pour a suitable solvent (e.g., petroleum ether) into the tube to cover the sample.
- Apply Weight – Place the extractor’s weight or press system onto the sample to aid extraction.
- Start Extraction – Activate the machine. The solvent dissolves the oils and flows to the heating plate.
- Heat for Evaporation – Set the temperature (typically 90–120°C). The solvent evaporates, leaving oil on the plate.
- Measure Oil Content- After drying, weigh the remaining oil. Use the built-in calculator or formula:
Oil % = (Oil weight / Original sample weight) × 100
- Clean the Unit – After cooling, clean all parts to prepare for the next test.
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- Sample Preparation: A fabric specimen is cut to specified dimensions and conditioned as per standard requirements.
- Mounting: The sample is mounted vertically or at a specified angle in the testing chamber.
- Ignition: A controlled flame is applied to the fabric for a predetermined time.
- Observation: The tester records ignition time, flame spread, after-flame time, and afterglow time.
- Evaluation: Results are compared against standard criteria to determine compliance.
- Prepare the Sample
- Mount the Sample
- Set Up the Burner Position the burner at the required angle (usually 90° for vertical tests).
- Ignite the Flame - Apply the flame to the bottom edge of the fabric for 12 seconds.
- Observe and Measure - Start timing when flame is applied.
- Record the Results
- Compare with Standards
burning of flammable textile materials after ignition.
(specific ignition nozzles and sample holders can be customized to meet multiple criteria).
Related standards
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1. The spread of time:0 ~ 999.9S resolution 0.1S
2. The temperature inside the box shows:Room temperature -99 degrees C resolution 1 c
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4. Type of igniter:4 1/2 syringe
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6. Distance from the top of the igniter to the sample surface:8mm
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8. Power supply:AC220V 50Hz 20W
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- 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.
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- 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.
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VeriVide Original D65 Tube light
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VeriVide Original D65 Tube Light – Artificial Daylight
VeriVide Original D65 Artificial Daylight Tube Light – 6500K, CRI 98
Original VeriVide D65 Artificial Daylight Tube Light for Accurate Colour Assessment
VeriVide Original D65 Tube Light – Artificial Daylight is a professional standardized daylight light source designed for accurate and consistent visual colour assessment. With a correlated colour temperature of 6500K and high CRI 98, the VeriVide D65 provides a controlled artificial daylight environment for evaluating colours, shades, textiles, garments, printed materials, plastics, paints, packaging and other products where colour consistency is critical.
Natural daylight changes according to the time of day, weather, season, geographical location and surrounding conditions. These changes can create differences in visual colour evaluation. A standardized D65 artificial daylight source provides a controlled lighting condition so that colour decisions can be made consistently. VeriVide explains that using the same standardized artificial light source throughout the supply chain helps reduce problems caused by variations in natural daylight.
The VeriVide Original D65 Artificial Daylight Tube is therefore an important replacement or lighting component for professional colour assessment cabinets, viewing systems and suitable standardized visual inspection environments.
Product Overview
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | VeriVide D65 Artificial Daylight Tube Light |
| Brand | VeriVide |
| Light Source | D65 Artificial Daylight |
| Correlated Colour Temperature | 6500K |
| Colour Rendering Index | CRI 98 |
| Lamp Type | T8 |
| Available Length | 600 mm / 1200 mm / 1500 mm |
| Available Power | 18W / 36W / 58W |
| Application | Colour Assessment & Visual Inspection |
| Colour Evaluation | Standardized Artificial Daylight |
| Typical Use | Textile, Garments, Printing, Packaging, Paint, Plastic & Manufacturing |
| Manufacturer | VeriVide |
| Product Codes | 600D65 / 1200D65 / 1500D65 |
Specifications are based on VeriVide's published lamp information. Availability of individual lengths/models should be confirmed at the time of order.
What is VeriVide D65 Artificial Daylight?
VeriVide Original D65 Tube light is a standardized daylight illuminant representing daylight with a correlated colour temperature of approximately 6500 Kelvin. VeriVide describes D65 as the international standard measure of daylight based around a mean colour temperature of 6500K.
The purpose of D65 lighting is not simply to provide a bright white light. Instead, it provides a standardized spectral lighting condition suitable for professional visual colour assessment.
Two products can sometimes appear to have the same colour under one light source but look different under another. This phenomenon is known as metamerism. For this reason, professional colour assessment requires controlled and standardized illumination. VeriVide specifically highlights the importance of viewing colour samples under standardized lighting conditions to identify colour differences and metameric effects.
VeriVide Original D65 Tube light is engineered for this type of controlled colour assessment environment.
Why Choose Original VeriVide D65 Tube Light?
Colour evaluation is an important part of quality control in many industries. A small difference in colour can result in rejection of fabric, garments, packaging, printed materials or finished products.
Using ordinary room lighting or an uncontrolled daylight source may produce inconsistent visual results. The VeriVide D65 provides a standardized artificial daylight source designed specifically for professional colour assessment.
Key advantages include:
- 6500K standardized D65 daylight
- High CRI 98
- Designed for accurate visual colour assessment
- Consistent lighting conditions
- Suitable for professional colour matching
- Helps reduce variations caused by natural daylight
- Suitable for colour assessment equipment and viewing systems
- Available in multiple tube lengths
- Suitable for textile and garment quality control
- Useful for identifying colour differences and metamerism
- Original VeriVide replacement lamp
VeriVide states that its D65 lamp has a CRI of 98, allowing colours to be rendered more accurately than lower-CRI light sources.
Technical Specifications
1. Correlated Colour Temperature – 6500K
VeriVide Original D65 Tube light has a 6500K correlated colour temperature.
6500K is the defining colour-temperature characteristic of D65 artificial daylight. It produces a cool daylight appearance suitable for professional colour evaluation.
This is particularly important when colour standards and product samples need to be compared under controlled lighting conditions.
2. High Colour Rendering Index – CRI 98
VeriVide Original D65 Tube light is specified with a CRI of 98.
CRI, or Colour Rendering Index, indicates how accurately a light source renders colours in comparison with a reference light source. A higher CRI is generally desirable for visual colour assessment because it allows colours to be represented more accurately.
For applications such as textile shade matching, garment inspection and product colour comparison, high colour rendering performance is an important consideration. VeriVide lists its D65 lamp with CRI 98.
3. T8 Tube Design
The VeriVide D65 fluorescent lamp is available in T8 format.
The T8 designation refers to the tube diameter/type used by the lamp. The official VeriVide specification lists D65 versions in 600 mm, 1200 mm and 1500 mm lengths, with corresponding 18W, 36W and 58W power ratings.
Available VeriVide D65 Models
VeriVide 600D65
- Length: 600 mm
- Power: 18W
- Tube Type: T8
- CCT: 6500K
- CRI: 98
- Product Code: 600D65
VeriVide 1200D65
- Length: 1200 mm
- Power: 36W
- Tube Type: T8
- CCT: 6500K
- CRI: 98
- Product Code: 1200D65
VeriVide 1500D65
- Length: 1500 mm
- Power: 58W
- Tube Type: T8
- CCT: 6500K
- CRI: 98
- Product Code: 1500D65
These three D65 configurations are listed in VeriVide's official lamp specification.
Application of VeriVide Original D65 Tube light
The VeriVide D65 Artificial Daylight Tube is suitable for applications where standardized daylight illumination is required for visual inspection and colour assessment.
Textile Industry
The textile and garment industry is one of the major applications for D65 artificial daylight.
Textile manufacturers, dyeing factories, garment factories, buying houses and quality-control laboratories need to compare fabric samples, dyed yarns, garments and colour standards under controlled lighting.
Typical applications include:
- Fabric shade matching
- Garment colour inspection
- Yarn colour comparison
- Dyed fabric inspection
- Colour approval
- Lab dip assessment
- Bulk production shade checking
- Colour standard comparison
- Final garment inspection
- Buyer sample approval
Using standardized lighting helps different departments and organizations evaluate the same colour under similar viewing conditions.
Colour Matching
Colour matching requires more than simply checking whether two samples look similar.
A sample may appear acceptable under one light source but show a noticeable difference under another light source. This is particularly important in textile, garment and manufacturing applications.
VeriVide Original D65 Tube light provides a standardized daylight reference for visual assessment.
For example, a laboratory may compare:
Approved Colour Standard → Lab Dip → Bulk Fabric
All three samples can be evaluated under the same D65 lighting condition.
This provides a more controlled environment for colour decisions.
Metamerism Assessment
Metamerism occurs when two colours appear to match under one lighting condition but appear different under another.
This can create serious problems in textile and product manufacturing.
For example:
- Fabric A may match the approved standard under one light.
- Under daylight, Fabric A may appear different.
- Under store lighting, the difference may become even more noticeable.
VeriVide Original D65 Tube light recommends standardized viewing environments because changing illumination can reveal colour differences that may not be visible under another light source.
VeriVide Original D65 Tube light light source can therefore form an important part of a professional colour assessment system.
Use in VeriVide Colour Assessment Cabinets
VeriVide colour assessment cabinets can be configured with standardized light sources including D65 and D50, along with other illuminants depending on the application.
The D65 tube is particularly useful where daylight-standard colour assessment is required.
A typical colour assessment cabinet may contain multiple light sources to allow the operator to check colour behaviour under different lighting conditions.
This can help identify:
- Colour inconsistency
- Metamerism
- Shade variation
- Fluorescence-related appearance
- Differences between product and colour standard
Use in Textile Testing Laboratories
Textile testing laboratories require controlled and repeatable environmental conditions for visual assessments.
VeriVide Original D65 Tube light can be used as part of an appropriate viewing cabinet or visual inspection system for:
- Colour fastness assessment
- Shade evaluation
- Fabric colour grading
- Garment inspection
- Pilling assessment
- Appearance assessment
- Colour matching
- Standard comparison
VeriVide Original D65 Tube light own textile testing equipment uses CIE D65 artificial daylight for standardized visual assessment applications. For example, its Pilling Assessment Viewer uses VeriVide CIE D65 Artificial Daylight for assessment under relevant EN ISO 12945 methods.
Colour Fastness Assessment
Visual evaluation is also important in textile colour fastness testing.
A controlled D65 light source can provide standardized viewing conditions when comparing test specimens with reference standards.
VeriVide's Colour Fastness Cabinet, for example, uses D65 Artificial Daylight at 6500K as one of its standardized light sources, together with UV black light for relevant assessment applications.
Benefits for Garment Manufacturers
For garment manufacturers, colour consistency is essential from sampling through bulk production.
The VeriVide Original D65 Tube light can help establish a controlled visual environment for:
Sampling
Compare the original colour standard with lab dips and development samples.
Production
Check whether bulk production remains within the approved colour range.
Quality Control
Evaluate finished garments before shipment.
Buyer Inspection
Provide a standardized environment for colour approval.
Final Inspection
Reduce the possibility of colour disputes caused by inconsistent lighting.
Benefits for Textile Dyeing Factories
In dyeing factories, colour decisions are often made at several stages.
These may include:
- Recipe development
- Lab dip preparation
- Lab dip approval
- Bulk dyeing
- Shade checking
- Finishing
- Final inspection
- Shipment inspection
Using a standardized VeriVide Original D65 Tube light source can help maintain consistent visual conditions across these stages.
This is especially useful when several people are involved in colour evaluation.
Standards and Compliance
The VeriVide Original D65 Tube light is specified by VeriVide for use as a D65 artificial daylight source.
According to VeriVide's published lamp information, the D65 lamp has a 6500K correlated colour temperature, is within the tolerances prescribed in BS 950 Part 1, and has high conformance to relevant CIE specifications for accurate colour matching. VeriVide's current documentation also references ISO/CIE 23603 / CIE S 012/E for D65 applications.
Depending on the particular testing method, viewing cabinet and industry application, additional standards may apply. Users should always verify the exact lighting requirements specified by their applicable test method, buyer or customer.
Why Standardized Lighting Matters
Natural daylight is not constant.
It can change due to:
- Time of day
- Weather
- Season
- Geographic location
- Atmospheric conditions
- Window orientation
- Surrounding environment
Because of these factors, a colour sample may look different at different times or locations.
VeriVide notes that these natural-light variations can cause colour consistency problems throughout a supply chain. Standardized artificial light provides a controlled alternative.
For international textile and garment supply chains, this is especially important because a buyer, manufacturer and supplier may be located in different countries.
VeriVide D65 vs Ordinary Daylight
| Feature | VeriVide D65 | Ordinary Natural Daylight |
|---|---|---|
| Standardized | Yes | No |
| Colour Temperature | 6500K | Variable |
| Controlled Environment | Yes | No |
| Colour Assessment | Professional | Variable |
| Repeatability | High | Low |
| Weather Dependent | No | Yes |
| Time-of-Day Dependent | No | Yes |
| Suitable for Standardized Colour Evaluation | Yes | Not recommended as sole reference |
The purpose of VeriVide D65 is therefore to provide a more consistent and controlled lighting condition than relying on natural daylight alone.
VeriVide Original D65 Tube Replacement
For existing VeriVide viewing cabinets and compatible systems, correct lamp replacement is important.
VeriVide recommends replacing lamps after their specified service life because the spectral output of lamps can change with usage. The manufacturer notes a 2000-hour life-cycle recommendation for its lamps and recommends replacement after 2000 hours or one year of use to maintain reliable colour assessment conditions.
When replacing a lamp, users should verify:
- Correct VeriVide D65 specification
- Correct tube length
- Correct wattage
- Correct tube type
- Compatibility with the existing equipment
- Applicable voltage and ballast requirements
How to Select the Correct D65 Tube
Before ordering a replacement VeriVide D65 tube, check the existing lamp.
Step 1 – Check the Length
Measure the existing tube.
Available VeriVide D65 lengths include:
- 600 mm
- 1200 mm
- 1500 mm
Step 2 – Check Wattage
The corresponding official specifications are:
- 600 mm – 18W
- 1200 mm – 36W
- 1500 mm – 58W
Step 3 – Check Tube Type
The listed D65 versions are T8.
Step 4 – Check Equipment Compatibility
If the lamp is being installed into a VeriVide viewing cabinet or colour assessment equipment, confirm the equipment model before ordering.
Step 5 – Confirm Original Product Requirement
For professional colour assessment, use the correct standardized lamp rather than an ordinary commercial daylight tube.
Suitable Industries
The VeriVide Original D65 Tube Light can be relevant to many industries, including:
Textile & Garments
Fabric, yarn, garment and shade evaluation.
Dyeing & Finishing
Lab dip and bulk shade comparison.
Printing
Visual colour checking of printed materials.
Packaging
Colour consistency of packaging materials.
Plastics
Colour and appearance inspection.
Paint & Coating
Visual colour comparison.
Automotive
Component colour and appearance assessment.
Furniture
Fabric, leather, plastic and surface colour evaluation.
Graphic Arts
Visual inspection under controlled lighting where the relevant D65 specification is applicable.
Key Features at a Glance
VeriVide Original D65 Tube light offers:
- Original VeriVide D65 light source
- 6500K correlated colour temperature
- CRI 98
- T8 tube format
- Multiple length options
- Standardized artificial daylight
- Professional colour assessment
- Consistent visual inspection conditions
- Suitable for textile and garment industries
- Suitable for colour matching
- Useful for metamerism assessment
- Suitable for compatible VeriVide equipment
- Professional replacement lamp solution
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a VeriVide D65 Tube Light?
VeriVide D65 is a standardized artificial daylight lamp designed to provide controlled D65 illumination for professional visual colour assessment.
What is the colour temperature of VeriVide D65?
The VeriVide D65 Artificial Daylight Tube has a correlated colour temperature of 6500K.
What is the CRI of VeriVide Original D65 Tube light ?
The official VeriVide specification lists the D65 lamp with CRI 98.
What lengths are available?
The official specification lists 600 mm, 1200 mm and 1500 mm versions.
What are the wattages?
The listed versions are 18W, 36W and 58W, corresponding respectively to 600 mm, 1200 mm and 1500 mm lengths.
Is VeriVide Original D65 Tube light suitable for textile colour matching?
Yes. D65 standardized daylight is widely used in controlled visual colour assessment, including textile and garment applications. VeriVide specifically describes D65 as being specified for applications where colour consistency and quality need to be maintained.
Why should I use Original VeriVide D65 instead of an ordinary 6500K tube?
A tube being labelled “6500K” does not by itself make it a standardized VeriVide D65 colour-assessment lamp. Professional colour assessment depends on the characteristics of the light source, not only its nominal colour temperature. VeriVide's D65 lamp is designed and specified as an artificial daylight source for standardized colour assessment.
When should the D65 lamp be replaced?
VeriVide recommends replacement after approximately 2000 hours or one year of use to maintain reliable assessment conditions.
Can this lamp be used in any T8 fixture?
Not necessarily. Compatibility with the fixture, ballast, electrical requirements and intended application should be checked before installation.
Product Applications
VeriVide D65 Artificial Daylight Tube Light is suitable for:
- Textile Testing Laboratory
- Garment Factory
- Dyeing Factory
- Fabric Inspection
- Colour Matching Laboratory
- Quality Control Laboratory
- Buying House
- Apparel Industry
- Printing Industry
- Packaging Industry
- Plastic Industry
- Paint Industry
- Product Inspection
- Colour Assessment Cabinet
- Viewing Cabinet
- Visual Inspection System
Why Buy VeriVide D65 from MAAM TEX?
MAAM TEX supplies textile testing instruments, laboratory equipment, colour assessment products and related consumables for textile and garment industries.
For customers requiring VeriVide Original D65 Artificial Daylight Tube Light, we can provide the appropriate specification based on your existing equipment, required tube length and application.
Before placing an order, please provide:
- Required quantity
- Tube length – 600 / 1200 / 1500 mm
- Existing machine/cabinet model, if applicable
- Required wattage
- Photo of the existing tube, if available
This information helps ensure that the correct replacement lamp is supplied.
Ordering Information
Product:
VeriVide Original D65 Tube Light – Artificial Daylight
Available Options:
600D65
600 mm / 18W / T8 / 6500K / CRI 98
1200D65
1200 mm / 36W / T8 / 6500K / CRI 98
1500D65
1500 mm / 58W / T8 / 6500K / CRI 98
current stock Available
Conclusion
The VeriVide Original D65 Tube Light – Artificial Daylight is a professional standardized daylight source for controlled visual colour assessment. With 6500K colour temperature and CRI 98, it is designed for applications where colour consistency, repeatability and accurate visual evaluation are important.
For textile and garment manufacturers, dyeing factories, testing laboratories, buying houses and quality-control departments, a standardized D65 lighting environment can help create more consistent colour evaluation conditions and reduce problems associated with variable natural daylight.
For compatible VeriVide equipment and professional colour assessment applications, selecting the correct Original VeriVide D65 lamp is important for maintaining the intended lighting conditions of the system.
Fabric drape tester
Fabric Drape Tester
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.
- 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.
- 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:
- 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.
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 
Digital Elmendorf tearing tester
Digital Elmendorf Tearing Tester
Digital Elmendorf Tearing Tester
- Accurate Tear Strength Measurement - Provides precise data on tear resistance, critical for quality control and product performance.
- Digital Readout - Easy-to-read display gives instant, reliable results without manual calculations.
- High Reproducibility - Ensures consistent test outcomes due to controlled tearing angle and speed.
- Fast Testing Process - Simple loading and quick test cycle increase lab efficiency.
- Suitable for Various Materials - Tests a wide range of flexible materials like textiles, paper, plastic, and packaging.
- Customizable Range - Use of optional weights extends the test range for low to high tear strength materials.
- Low Sample Waste - Requires small fabric or material samples, reducing waste during testing.
- Standards Compliance - Meets international testing standards (e.g., ASTM D1424, ISO 13937) for credibility and uniformity.
- Precision Sample Clamp - Securely holds samples in place to ensure accurate tear initiation.
- Pre-Cutting Blade - Integrated knife creates a precise initial slit in the sample before tearing.
- User-Friendly Interface - Simple buttons and screen navigation for ease of operation.
- Standard Test Compliance - Compatible with ASTM D1424, ISO 1974, ISO 13937, and other tear strength standards.
- Sturdy Construction - Made with durable materials for long-lasting performance and stable operation.
- Compact Design - Space-efficient footprint ideal for laboratory environments.
- Data Output Options- Some models offer USB or printer connectivity for result documentation.
- Prepare the Sample - Cut the material (fabric, paper, film, etc.) to standard size (typically 100 × 63 mm for textiles) and slit it with the pre-cutter as required.
- Select Pendulum Weight - Choose the appropriate pendulum or add counterweights based on expected tear strength.
- Calibrate the Machine - Set the pendulum to its starting position and zero the display.
- Clamp the Sample - Fix one half of the sample in the stationary clamp and the other in the moving clamp.
- Cut the Initial Slit - Use the integrated blade to make a precise cut at the marked slit area (usually 20 mm).
- Release the Pendulum - Trigger the pendulum to swing and tear the sample through the pre-slit.
- Read the Result - The digital display will show the tearing force automatically (in g, mN, or cN).
- Record or Export Data - Save or print the result if your model supports USB or printer connection.
- Reset for Next Test - Reposition the pendulum and prepare a new sample for the next cycle.
Scope of application
It is used for the determination of the tear resistance of various woven
fabrics (Elmendorf method), and it can also be used for the determination
of the tear resistance of thick paper, plastic sheeting, electrical tape, etc.
Related standards
GB/T 3917.1 FZ/T60006 FZ/T75001 ISO1974/9290 ASTM D1424/5734
etc.
Instrument characteristics
1. Maximum 300N test range
2. Microcomputer control, digital decoding, support online
communication
3. Color touch screen control, Chinese and English menu operation
interface
4. Pneumatic clamping, automatic cutting
5. A variety of measurement units (cN, gf) selection
6. Fully automatic operation with safe operation protection.
7. Automatically increase potential energy
[Technical parameter]:
1. Test range: first gear: (0～16)N second gear: (0～32)N third gear: (0～
64)N fourth gear: (0～128)N fifth gear: (0～300)N
2. Test accuracy: ≤±0.2%F·S
3. Tearing length: 43mm (non-standard 30-60mm can be set)
4. Automatic incision length: (20±0.2)mm
5. Sample size: (100×63)mm
6. Specimen clamping: pneumatic way
7. Sample test: Up to 10 sets per group on the device side, and 30 sets
of data can be selected to be saved
8. Power supply: AC220V±10% 50Hz 100W
9. Dimensions: (650×660×680)mm
10. Weight: 50kg
[Sample of control interface]:(English version is also available.) 
