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Gray Scale
The Gray Scale is a visual tool used in the textile and dyeing industry to evaluate and grade the color change or staining of a fabric after testing (e.g., washing, rubbing, and light exposure). It helps assess how much a fabric’s color has altered or transferred during durability or fastness tests.
Types of 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.
Rating System :
– Uses a 1 to 5 scale:
– Grade 5: No change or staining (excellent)
– Grade 1: Severe change or heavy staining (poor)
Intermediate grades (like 4–5, 3–4, etc.) are also used for finer evaluation.
Construction :- Each scale includes pairs of gray chips with varying contrast levels to visually match the test results.
Usage Areas:- Textile testing labs- Dyeing and finishing quality control- Standards like ISO, AATCC, and BIS tests
Benefits :
- 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.
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.
- 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.
How to Use :
Select the Right Gray Scale – Use Color Change scale to check fading, or staining scale to check color transfer.
- Place the Samples – Lay the untested (original) and tested fabric side by side (for color change)
– Or place the adjacent white fabric next to the gray scale (for staining).
- 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
– Grade from 1 to 5, where:
– Grade 5 = no change/staining
– Grade 1 = severe change/staining
– Use half-grades like 4–5 if needed.
- 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.
Categories:
- 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).
– Evaluates staining on undyed fabrics.
These two types are essential tools in color fastness testing across textile labs. Want to know which standard tests use each type?

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VeriVide Original D65 Tube light
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.
ICI Pilling & Snagging Test Machine
Digital Elmendorf tearing tester
Digital Elmendorf Tearing Tester
Digital Elmendorf Tearing Tester is a precision instrument used to measure the tear strength of materials like woven fabrics, paper, plastic films, and nonwovens. It determines how much force is required to continue tearing a pre-slit sample. Key Functions of Digital Elmendorf Tearing Tester: - Measures propagation tear resistance, not initial tear. - Uses a pendulum to apply force; the energy lost during tearing is calculated to determine tear strength. - Equipped with a digital display for direct reading of results in grams or millinewtons. Core Components: - Pendulum Arm: Applies tearing force. - Clamps: Secure the sample before and after the tear. - Cutting Blade: Creates a precise slit at the start of the test. - Digital Display Unit: Shows the tearing force result clearly and instantly. - Counterweights: Optional weights for increasing test range (for stronger materials). Applications of Digital Elmendorf Tearing Tester: - Testing tear resistance of: - Textile fabrics (especially woven) - Paper and cardboard - Plastic films - Nonwovens - Packaging materials Benefits of 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.) Random Tumble Pilling Tester
Random Tumble Pilling Tester
The Random Tumble Pilling Tester is a specialized instrument designed to assess the pilling resistance of textile fabrics. Pilling refers to the formation of small, fuzzy balls (pills) on the fabric surface due to wear and friction. This tester simulates the wear conditions that fabrics experience during actual use, providing valuable data on their durability and appearance retention. Purpose of Random Tumble Pilling Tester The primary function of the Random Tumble Pilling Tester is to evaluate how fabrics resist pilling, fuzzing, and matting. This assessment is crucial for manufacturers aiming to ensure the longevity and aesthetic quality of their textile products. Working Principle of Random Tumble Pilling Tester The tester operates by placing fabric specimens into cylindrical test chambers lined with cork. Inside each chamber, a stainless steel impeller rotates at a high speed (typically around 1200 revolutions per minute), causing the fabric samples to tumble randomly. Compressed air is injected to enhance the tumbling action. This process simulates the friction and wear that fabrics undergo during regular use. After a predetermined duration, the samples are removed and visually assessed for pilling using standardized rating scales. Key Specifications of Random Tumble Pilling Tester Test Chambers: Available in configurations of 2 or 4 chambers to accommodate multiple samples simultaneously. - Rotation Speed: Approximately 1200 revolutions per minute. - Chamber Dimensions: Typically around 146 mm in diameter and 152 mm in length. - Impeller Size: Standard impellers measuring about 121 mm. - Compressed Air Pressure: Adjustable, commonly between 14–21 kPa (2–3 psi). - Timer: Digital timer allowing precise control over test duration. - Power Supply: Generally operates on 220V, 50Hz power sources. Applicable Standards of Random Tumble Pilling Tester The Random Tumble Pilling Tester complies with several international testing standards, ensuring its suitability for global applications:- ASTM D3512- ISO 12945-3- DIN 53867- JIS L 1076- GB/T 4802.4 Benefits of Random Tumble Pilling Tester - Realistic Simulation: Accurately replicates the wear and friction conditions fabrics face during actual use.- Standardized Testing: Adheres to international standards, facilitating consistent and comparable results.- Efficient Evaluation: Allows simultaneous testing of multiple samples, increasing laboratory throughput.- Quality Assurance: Provides manufacturers with critical data to improve fabric formulations and production processes. User-Friendly Operation: Features intuitive controls and clear viewing windows for easy monitoring. Applications of Random Tumble Pilling Tester The Random Tumble Pilling Tester is widely used in various sectors of the textile industry: - Apparel Manufacturing: Assessing the durability of clothing fabrics. - Home Textiles: Evaluating materials used in upholstery, curtains, and bedding. - Quality Control Laboratories: Routine testing to ensure product consistency and compliance with standards.- Research and Development: Developing new fabrics with enhanced resistance to pilling. Features of Random Tumble Pilling Tester:- Multiple Test Chambers - Typically comes with 2 or 4 cork-lined chambers for simultaneous testing of multiple fabric samples.
- High-Speed Rotating Impellers - Impellers rotate at around 1200 rpm to create intense, random tumbling motion.
- Compressed Air System - Ensures continuous fabric movement and realistic simulation of wear.
- Digital Timer- Allows precise setting of test duration with easy-to-read display.
- Viewing Windows- Transparent chamber doors for monitoring fabric movement during testing.
- Standard Compliant Design- Meets ASTM D3512, ISO 12945-3, GB/T 4802.4 and other major standards.
- Robust Construction- Durable materials and components designed for long-term laboratory use.
- Easy Sample Handling - Quick-open chamber lids and simple sample placement process.
- Compact Footprint- Saves space in laboratory environments.
- Prepare Samples- Cut fabric into standard-sized specimens (usually circular or rectangular per ASTM/ISO specs)- Condition samples as per the standard (usually 24 hrs at 21°C, 65% RH).
- Load the Chambers - Place each sample into a cork-lined test chamber. - Add a small piece of gray cotton backing fabric if required by the method.
- Set Parameters - Adjust compressed air pressure (typically 14–21 kPa or 2–3 psi).
- Start the Test- Close the chamber doors and press start. - Impellers rotate, tumbling the samples randomly with air flow.
- Stop and Unload - Once the timer ends, remove the samples carefully.
- Evaluate Pilling - Compare the tested samples to standard pilling rating photographs or scales.
- Record Results - Document the pilling grades and any observations.
[Scope of application]:
It is used to test the fuzzing and pilling
performance of the fabric under the condition of
free rolling and friction in the drum.
[Related standards]:
GB/T4802.4 (Standard Drafting Unit)
ISO12945.3, ASTM D3512, ASTM D1375, DIN 53867, ISO 12945-3, JIS L1076, etc.
[Technical parameter]:
1. Number of boxes: 4
2. Roller specifications: diameter (146±1.0) mm, depth (152.4±1.0) mm;
3. Lining material: polychloroprene lining thickness (3.2±0.4) mm. , Hardness (60~70)
IRHD;
4. Impeller specifications: φ12.7 mm×120.6 mm;
5. Plastic blade specifications: 10 mm×65 mm;
6. Rotation speed: 1~2400 rpm can be set freely
7. Working pressure: 14kPa~21kPa;
8. Time counting: (1~999) min.
9. Power supply: AC220V±10% 50Hz 80W
10. Appearance: (480×400×680)mm
11. Weight: 40kg
[Standard accessories]
Items and specifications Qty. Note
Fuse 2 3A
Main machine 1
Power cable 1
Air tube 1 Φ8mm
Grey cotton sliver 4
Cork lining 4
Rating sample photo 1
White glue 1
VeriVide Colour Assessment Cabinets
VeriVide Colour Assessment Cabinets
VeriVide offers high-quality Colour Assessment Cabinets (CACs) such as the CAC 60-4, CAC 60-5, and CAC 120-4&5. These cabinets, originating from the UK, are reliable tools for visual evaluation in quality assurance, meeting national, international, and retailer standards. They effectively mitigate issues related to color assessment.VeriVide Colour Assessment Cabinets
High-quality visual evaluation tool for quality assurance. Adhering to national, international and retailer standards.Colour Assessment Cabinet's (CACs) reduce problems associated with assessing products or samples in different environments,be though geological or seasonal, offering a cost-effective method to ensure visual accuracy and product quality.
Color Light Box Enhance color precision with VeriVide's cutting-edge Colour Assessment
Cabinets. These cabinets are meticulously designed to ensure accurate color evaluation in various industries. Invest in VeriVide Colour Assessment Cabinets to elevate your color assessment process.
Enhance Color Precision with VeriVide's Cutting-Edge Assessment Cabinets, which meet or surpass ISO 3664 and BS 950 Part 1 international standards. The cabinets are adaptable to user requirements, with lamp options to choose different light sources. Available in 60, 120, and 150cm widths, VeriVide Colour Assessment Cabinets provide a flexible solution for accurate color assessment.
Incorporate user-friendly features like servicing indicator, auto sequence, warm-up, power save and data storage.4 or 5 light source options Versions available for colour fastness testing and particulate testing both adhering to global standardsEnsure that you are using the best equipment available as they provide the best fluorescent D65 daylight simulator, with the highest Colour
Rendering Index (CRI), available. VeriVide Colour Assessment Cabinets products are known as light boxes, viewing booths, colour cabinets and others, depending on which industry or country they are serving in. They are used within a wide array of industry sectors throughout the world including textile and apparel, graphics, automotive, ceramics, cosmetics, pharmacology (CAC Particulate),
food, footwear, packaging and printing.Download the Datasheet below for more information or click 'VeriVide CAC Datasheet Here' to get in touch with colour experts.
VeriVide CAC Datasheet Here Features of VeriVide Colour Assessment Cabinets
• CAC 60, CAC 120 and CAC 150 accommodate 60, 120 and 150cm tubes respectively
- Either 4 or 5 light sources available for each model including D65, D50, 840P15, F and UV - see Lamp Options.• Internal finishes in Munsell N5, Munsell N7 or Grey 5574 • Diffuser and/or dimmer options available Dimensions of VeriVide Colour Assessment Cabinets CAC 60-4 Dimensions (mm) Width Height Depth Overall 710 545 420
Fabric Stiffness Tester
Fabric Stiffness Tester
Fabric Stiffness Tester is a lab instrument used to measure the stiffness or flexural rigidity of fabric materials. It evaluates how resistant a fabric is to bending, which influences its drape, comfort, and handling characteristics. Purpose of Fabric Stiffness Tester: To determine the stiffness of textiles by measuring the bending length and calculating flexural rigidity, often using methods like the Cantilever Test (as per ASTM D1388 or ISO 9073-7). Working Principle of Fabric Stiffness Tester: A fabric strip is slid over a horizontal platform until its free end bends under its own weight to a specific angle (usually 41.5°). The length at which this occurs is used to calculate bending length and stiffness. Main Components of Fabric Stiffness Tester: - Test Platform: Flat surface for sample movement. - Graduated Scale: Measures the overhanging length of fabric. - Angle Indicator: Guides the measurement based on standard deflection angle. - Fabric Clamp or Guide: Helps place and move the sample smoothly. Applications of Fabric Stiffness Tester: - Apparel fabrics (e.g., for comfort and drape analysis) - Technical textiles (e.g., automotive, medical fabrics) - Paper, nonwovens, and films Benefits of 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 Martindale abrasion tester Updated
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- 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
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