Pilling Tester
The Pilling Tester is a textile testing instrument used to assess the pilling resistance of fabrics. It simulates wear and friction under controlled conditions to evaluate how likely a fabric is to form pills (small balls of tangled fibers) on its surface. This instrument is essential for ensuring product quality and durability in the textile and apparel industry.
Product Details
Accurate Performance
Durable Construction
Multiple Testing Stations
Adjustable Parameters
User-Friendly Operation
The Pilling Tester evaluates the tendency of fabrics to form pills due to wear and abrasion. Pills affect the appearance and quality of fabrics, making this test critical for assessing the performance of textiles used in apparel, upholstery, and technical applications. The instrument reproduces pilling conditions in a controlled environment, ensuring consistency and accuracy in quality assurance processes.
- Testing Capacity: 2–4 drums/chambers (depending on the model).
- Speed Range: Adjustable rotational speed from 30 to 60 RPM.
- Test Duration: Customizable test cycles ranging from 10 minutes to several hours.
- Abrasion Medium: Includes standard abradant fabric or cork liners.
- Display: Digital or analog display for test settings and monitoring.
- Power Supply: Operates on standard 220-240V AC.
- Multiple Test Stations: Enables simultaneous testing of multiple fabric samples.
- Adjustable Settings: Customizable parameters to match specific testing standards.
- Durable Design: Built with robust materials to withstand repetitive testing cycles.
- Standardized Results: Delivers results compliant with ISO 12945, ASTM D4970, and BS standards.
- Safety Features: Equipped with automatic shutdown and overheating protection.
- Versatile Application: Suitable for a wide range of textiles, including knits, woven, and non-woven.
Q1: What is the purpose of a Pilling Tester?
A: The Pilling Tester evaluates a fabric's resistance to pilling, ensuring its quality and durability for end-use applications.
Q2: Which fabrics can be tested using a Pilling Tester?
A: It is suitable for all types of fabrics, including knitted, woven, non-woven, and technical textiles.
Q3: What standards does the Pilling Tester comply with?
A: It adheres to standards like ISO 12945, ASTM D4970, and BS 5811.
Q4: Can the test parameters be customized?
A: Yes, the speed, pressure, and duration can be adjusted to meet specific testing requirements.
Q5: How many samples can be tested simultaneously?
A: Depending on the model, the tester can handle 2 to 4 samples at the same time.