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ICI Pilling & Snagging Test Machine
ICI Pilling & Snagging Test Machine
An ICI Pilling & Snagging Test Machine is a specialized laboratory instrument designed to evaluate the resistance of textile fabrics to pilling and snagging, which are common surface defects caused by wear and friction. This tester is widely used in quality control and research and development within the textile industry to ensure fabric durability and appearance retention.
The ICI Pilling & Snagging Test Machine simulates the mechanical action that fabrics undergo during actual wear. Test specimens are mounted on polyurethane tubes and placed inside cork-lined boxes. These boxes rotate at a specified speed, causing the specimens to tumble and rub against the cork lining and themselves, thereby replicating the conditions that lead to pilling and snagging
Digital Control Panel: Equipped with a user-friendly interface, often featuring a touchscreen display for setting test parameters and monitoring progress.
– Detachable Cork Liners: Cork liners inside the boxes are removable, facilitating easy replacement and maintenance. – Compliance with International Standards: Designed to meet various testing standards, including ISO 12945-1, BS 5811, JIS L1076, and IWS TM152, ensuring reliable and comparable results.
✅ Benefits of ICI Pilling & Snagging Test Machine:
– Accurate Simulation of Wear Conditions: Replicates the mechanical stresses that fabrics experience during actual use, providing realistic assessments of pilling and snagging tendencies.
– Enhanced Quality Control: Enables manufacturers to identify and address potential issues in fabric durability before products reach the market.
– Versatility: Suitable for testing a wide range of fabrics, including woven and knitted materials, under various conditions.
– Efficient Testing Process: Multiple specimens can be tested simultaneously, increasing throughput and productivity in laboratory settings.
Typical Applications
– Textile Manufacturing: Assessing the durability of fabrics during the development of new materials or quality assurance of existing products. Research and Development: Studying the effects of different yarns, weaves, and finishes on fabric performance. – Quality Assurance: Ensuring that fabrics meet specified standards for pilling and snagging resistance before mass production.
In summary, the ICI Pilling & Snagging Tester is an essential tool in the textile industry for evaluating the surface durability of fabrics. Its ability to simulate real-life wear conditions and provide standardized assessments helps manufacturers and researchers ensure the quality and longevity of textile products.
Features of ICI Pilling & Snagging Test Machine:
- Multiple Test Stations – Typically available in 2, 4, 6 & more -box configurations for simultaneous testing of multiple samples.
- Rotating Pilling Boxes – Cork-lined boxes rotate at a fixed speed (usually 60 ± 2 rpm) to simulate wear and friction.
- Adjustable Timer – Digital timer allows precise control over test duration (usually up to 9999 cycles).
- Detachable Cork Liners – Easily replaceable liners to maintain consistent friction surfaces and accurate results.
- Standard Tubes & Sample Holders- Polyurethane or foam-covered tubes hold fabric samples in a consistent shape during testing.
- Digital Display or Touch Panel – User-friendly interface for setting speed, cycle count, and monitoring progress.
- Compact and Sturdy Design – Built to withstand long testing cycles and minimize vibration.
- Compliance with International Standards – Supports ISO 12945-1, BS 5811, JIS L1076, IWS TM152, etc.
- Low Noise Operation – Engineered for quiet performance in lab environments.
- Safety Features – Includes secure locking system on doors and overload protection.
How to Use ICI Pilling & Snagging Test Machine:
- Prepare Samples – Cut fabric specimens to standard size (typically 125 mm × 125 mm).
– Mount each sample around a polyurethane tube and secure it with elastic bands or ties.
- Load into Pilling Boxes – Place each prepared tube into the cork-lined rotating boxes of the machine.
- Set Test Parameters – Use the digital control panel to set the number of revolutions (e.g., 7200 for ISO 12945-1) and speed (usually 60 ± 2 rpm).
- Start the Test- Close the box lids securely and press “Start.” The boxes will rotate, tumbling the samples inside.
- Monitor Progress – The timer counts down the set cycles. No need for manual supervision during the run.
- End of Test – Machine stops automatically when the cycle count is reached. Open the boxes and remove the tubes.
- Evaluate Results – Remove the fabric from the tubes and visually assess pilling or snagging using standard photographic rating scales (e.g., ASTM D3512, ISO 12945)
- Clean the Machine – Remove lint and debris from cork liners and clean tubes if needed.
Tip: Always ensure samples are mounted uniformly to avoid inconsistent results.
Use ICI Pilling & Snagging Test Machine
Rolling Pilling Tester
series rolling Pilling Resistance tester
type rolling Pilling Resistance instrument
[Scope of application] It is used for testing the pilling degree of fabrics (especially wool knitted fabrics) under no pressure.
[Related standards]:GB/T4802.3 ISO12945.1 JIS L1076 IWS TM152 BS5811 etc.
[Instrument characteristics]
1. color touch screen menu operation in Chinese.
2. AC servo motor quiet driving, adjustable speed.
3. Inner village rubber cork adopts detachable design.
4. Contactless photoelectric counting, liquid crystal display.
Technical parameters of ICI Pilling & Snagging Test Machine:
Model: Number of pilling boxes
2 4 6 9
Inter Size: 225×225×225mm
Rotating speed of box: 60±2r／min
Counting range: The 1~99999 time
[Sample carrying tube]:
1: The shape is 31.5 x 140 mm weight 52.25g.
2: 4 root / box
Power Supply: Ac 220V±10％ 50Hz 120W
Outline size (mm): 930×500×580, 930×500×950, 930×500×1410, 1260×560×1470
Weight (Kg): 60 65 125 165
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 
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 
