Automated Benchtop Abrasion Tester
Dry Sand & Slurry Benchtop Abrasion Tester ABT-3
Test Methods
ASTM G65: Standard Test Method for Measuring Abrasion Using the Dry Sand/Rubber Wheel Apparatus.
ASTM G105: Standard Test Method for Conducting Wet Sand/Rubber Wheel Abrasion Tests.
ASTM B611: Standard Test Method for Determining the High Stress Abrasion Resistance of Hard Materials.
- Designed for both slurry and dry abrasion testing.
- Only Automatic and benchtop Abrasion tester in the market
- Automated pneumatic loading system with feedback control
- Easy-to-use interface with automated features.
- Modular design for easy switching between dry and slurry testing
- Slurry heating module for elevated temperature tests
- Real-time friction force measurement and data acquisition
- Precise and repeatable test results across various industries.
- Supports ASTM and ISO wear testing standards.
- Customizable parameters for diverse materials and research flexibility.
- Robust, corrosion-resistant design for durability.
- Integrated Ducom software for enhanced test control and data logging.
- High-sensitivity load cells for accurate measurement.
- Multi-specimen testing capability for efficiency.
- Optional wear sensor for continuous wear measurement
The Ducom Abrasion Tester ABT-3 is engineered to provide precise and reliable wear-testing solutions, offering versatility for both slurry and dry abrasion environments. The system delivers consistent test results, conforming to the standards, and making it suitable for materials like metals, ceramics, polymers, and composites. Its advanced software and high-sensitivity load cells enable accurate control and data collection, allowing users to simulate real-world wear conditions with ease. The ABT-3 is built with a rugged, corrosion-resistant frame, making it durable even in harsh industrial environments. This abrasion tester is a perfect choice for researchers and manufacturers looking to evaluate material wear and tear, optimize their products, and ensure quality in demanding applications.
The ABT-3 Abrasion tester stands out with its automated pneumatic loading system, which ensures precise and consistent force application throughout the test. Real-time friction force measurement provides valuable insights into material behaviour under abrasive conditions.
The modular design allows for easy transition between dry and slurry testing configurations, while the optional slurry heating module enables testing at elevated temperatures up to the boiling point of water.
Compliant with ASTM G65, G105, and B611 standards, the ABT-3 offers reliable and reproducible results for material ranking, quality analysis, and product development.
The Specifications of Ducom ABT-3 Automated Benchtop Dry and Slurry Abrasion Tester
| Specification | Details |
| Model | ABT-3 |
| Abrasion Types | Slurry, Dry |
| Standards | ASTM G105, ASTM D4060, ISO 7784 |
| Load Range | 100 N to 500 N (Automatic) |
| Speed Range | Upto 250 RPM |
| Specimen Size | Up to 50 mm diameter |
| Control Software | WinDucom (LabVIEW-based) |
| Data Acquisition | Load, speed, friction force, temperature |
| Wheel Options | Rubber, ceramic, or metal |
| Slurry Temperature | Ambient to 80°C (with heating module) |
| Material Compatibility | Metals, ceramics, polymers, composites |
| Power Supply | 230V AC, 50/60Hz |
| Dimensions | Compact tabletop design ( 70 cm x 60 cm x 100 cm, 80kg) |
The Labview-based WinDucom software is the integrated software used for operating the ABT-3 Abrasion Tester. It offers real-time data monitoring and logging capabilities, with customizable parameters to adjust the testing conditions. Only 5 clicks to start the test according to any standards. The data acquisition displays live data for friction force, load and speed. Post-test data comparison is possible with the software.
The software for the ABT-3 Abrasion tester allows the user to compare the test results. The results can be exported in .csv,xls or txt formats.
The Ducom ABT-3 Abrasion Tester is ideal for a wide range of applications in materials science and engineering. Some key applications include:
- Ranking materials for abrasive wear resistance
- Quality analysis of moulding tools for sand-lime bricks
- Research on refractory ceramics
- Evaluation of hard face coatings
- Testing of mining and mineral processing equipment materials
- Development of wear-resistant alloys and composites
- Analysis of automotive and industrial components subject to abrasive wear
- Wear testing in mining and mineral processing.
- Quality control in automotive and aerospace industries.
- Testing wear properties of coatings in manufacturing.
- Research on polymers and composites in universities and labs.
- Analysis of protective coatings in construction materials.
