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Hanatek Compact Friction Tester (CFT)

Test static and dynamic coefficient of friction (COF)
Pre-loaded with test parameters for ISO/TAPPI/ASTM
Incredibly easy to use
Suitable for use in lab / production environment

Industries & Applications

Cartonboard
Packaging
Paper
Plastics
Textile

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£7,135

Optional Extras *
Universal Sample Cutter, Friction (Board) + £2,095
Universal Sample Cutter, Friction (Board)

Universal sample cutter - friction

Configurable for multiple test types e.g. friction, grammage, rub

Suitable for film, paper, foils etc

Same accuracy independent of operator

Repeatable, time saving
Universal Sample Cutter, Friction (Film) + £2,095
Universal Sample Cutter, Friction (Film)

Universal sample cutter - friction - for use with plastics

Configurable for multiple test types e.g. friction, grammage, rub

Suitable for film, paper, foils etc

Same accuracy independent of operator

Repeatable, time saving

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Friction testing is used in the packaging industry to measure the slip resistance
of a product, with the aim of predicting feeding and running speed on an automatic gluing, erecting, filling or packaging line.

Friction parameters help the manufacturer understand how the finish of the blown film or printed carton can influence the feeding and running speed. Surface
slip is a key factor when printing, erecting or filling packaging materials on an automatic line.

Product consistency
Packaging speed
Improving manufacturing process
Optimising machinery settings
Direct costs
- Raw materials, especially speciality polymers
Indirect costs
- Rework/Recycling/Replacement cost Spoiled package content

What is Slip/Friction?

A product’s slip resistance is characterised by it’s coefficients of friction:

Static = Fs/N
Dynamic = Fd/N

Where Fs is the maximum static frictional force and the Fd is the average dynamic frictional force. N is the Normal force, i.e. the force of gravity acting on the sample and test sled.

In practical terms, the static slip relates to the force required to get two resting surfaces moving, dynamic slip is the smaller force that is required to keep the surfaces moving once this initial “inertia” is overcome. These values are expressed as ratios and do not have units, they are usually quoted as a decimal value between 0 and 1.

Features

The Compact Friction Tester (CFT) provides detailed information about the slip characteristics of packaging material. Surface slip is a key factor when printing, erecting or filling packaging materials on an automatic line. The CFT produces detailed force graphs that can be printed to a date/time stamped label as an optional extra.

200g sled

Load cell height adjustment

Load cell

Touch sensitive buttons

Sled placement system

Sample clamp

Applications

Friction parameters help the manufacturer understand how the finish of a blown film or printed carton can influence the feeding and running speed.

Printed packaging

Determination of the static and kinetic coefficients of friction

Paper

Determination of the static and kinetic coefficients of friction

Plastic film

Standard test method for static and kinetic coefficients of friction ASTM D1894, ISO 8295

Printed paper

Coefficients of static and kinetic friction of uncoated writing and printing paper by use of the horizontal plane method TAPPI T549

Leather

Friction measurement of leather

Textiles

Friction measurements of textiles ISO 6383

Labels

Friction measurement of labels

Cartons

Friction measurement of cartons

Foils

Friction measurement of foils

Coatings

Friction measurement of coatings

How is friction measured using the CFT?

A sample of 63.5mm² with a weight acting over the entire surface area is moved on top of another sample at a given speed. Static and dynamic coefficient of friction are automatically calculated and displayed on screen. This is typically a face to face test.
Automatic sled placement with variable dwell times give more repeatable static slip results.

Accessories

The Hanatek Advanced Friction Tester offers flexible testing to multiple standards and test types.

Also included:

USB data cables
Spear level
Cutting knife
UKAS traceable calibration certificate

Optional extras

Free extended warranty

Free extended 2 year warranty: Requires registration at www.rhopointinstruments.com/help-services/forms-feedback/instrument-registration/ within 28 days of purchase. Without registration, 1 year standard warranty applies.

Calibration and service

Fast and economic service via our global network of accredited calibration and service centres. Please visit www.rhopointinstruments.com/help-services/calibration-servicing/ for detailed information.

Specifications

Standard	Application	Details
ISO 8295	Plastics - film and sheeting	Determination of the coefficients of friction
TAPPI 549	Printing paper	Coefficients of static and kinetic friction of uncoated writing and printing paper by use of the horizontal plane method
ASTM D2534	Wax coating	Standard test method for coefficient of kinetic friction for wax coatings

Instrument Information
Resolution	0.1g / 0.001 COF
Accuracy	0.5g
Speed	User definable, 100mm/min - 1200mm/min
Distance	User definable, 10mm - 120mm
Power	110/240v 50/60Hz

Dimension & Weights
Sled Weight	200g
Instrument Weight	5.5kg
Dimensions	135mm (H) x 365mm (W) x 254mm (D)
Packed Weight	7.5kg
Packed Dimensions	310mm (H) x 380mm (W) x 455mm (D)
Commodity Code	9024 8011