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Martindale Abrasion and Pilling Tester
Ref. : 320-GF-C13B
Application of martindale abrasion tester:
The martindale abrasion and pilling tester is used to determine the abrasion and pilling resistance of all kinds of textile structures.
Samples are rubbed against known abrade at low pressures and in continuously changing directions and the amount of abrasion or pilling is compared against standard parameters.
Standards of martindale abrasion tester:
Abrasion: GB/T 21196.2, GB/T 13775, ISO 12947, ASTM D4966, IWS TM 112, M﹠S P19, Next 18, SN 198529, TWC 112, JIS L1096
Pilling: GB/T 4802.2, ISO12945-2, ASTM D4970, IWS TM 196, M﹠S P17, Next TM26, SN 198525
Dimensions of martindale machine
External Dimension : 600*550*410 mm (L*W*H)
Package Dimension : 690*640*570 mm (L*W*H)
Gross Weight : 108 kg
Net Weight : 90 kg
Feature of martindale tester
1.Test Standard: Lissajous figure.
2.Martindale Abrasion and Pilling Tester Working positions: 4, 6, 8, 9 optional.
3.Counting Method: 1) count up. 2) count down.
4.The unique design allows removal of individual sample holders 5.for examination without lifting the top motion plate.
6.Standard sample holders with 9 and 12kpa weights included.
7.PLC, 7 inches color touch screen, Chinese and English operation interface.
8.Weights and key components are made up by 316 stainless steel 9.which is well-formed and durable in use.
3.Counting Method: 1) count up. 2) count down.
4.The unique design allows removal of individual sample holders 5.for examination without lifting the top motion plate.
6.Standard sample holders with 9 and 12kpa weights included.
7.PLC, 7 inches color touch screen, Chinese and English operation interface.
8.Weights and key components are made up by 316 stainless steel 9.which is well-formed and durable in use.
10. To prevent distortion, the top motion plate was special made up by 316 aluminum alloy.

Lissajous figure
Key Specification of Martindale Tester
Model GT-C13B-4 GT-C13B-6 GT-C13B-8 GT-C13B-9
Working positions 4 6 8 9
Control mode PLC control and touch screen display
Counter range 0~999999 times
Test pressure :
Abrasion test :
A)Specimen holder: (198 ±2)gB) Larger loading piece: (597±5)gC) The sum mass: (795± 7)g , for workwear , upholstery, bed linen and fabrics for technical use ( nominal pressure of 12kpa)A)Specimen holder: (198 ±2)gB) Smaller loading piece: (397±5)gC) The sum mass: (595± 7)g, for apparel and household textiles, excluding upholstery and bed linen (nominal pressure of 9kpa)
Pilling test :
A) Stainless steel loading piece: (155 ± 1) gB) Specimen holder: (260 ± 1)gC) The sum mass: (415± 2)g
Model GT-C13B-4 GT-C13B-6 GT-C13B-8 GT-C13B-9
Holder effective diameter :
A) Abrasion Holder: Φ(28.65 ± 0.05)mm
B) Pilling Holder: Φ(90 ± 0.10)mm
Rotational speed 50± 2r/min
Pressing weight Mass: (2.5 ± 0.5) kg
Diameter: Φ(120 ± 10) mm
Power supply AC220V 50/60Hz
Dimensions(L x W x H) 60×55×41cm 88×61×41cm 90×62×41cm 90×62×41cm
Weight 75 kg 130kg 145kg 150kg
Accessories A:
Abrasion weight and holder 1 set
Pilling weight and holder 1 set
Standard abradents fabric 2 pcs for each head
Standard backing foam 38mm box of 60pcs
Standard woven felt discs 140mm 2 pcs for each head
Standard woven felt discs 90mm 2 pcs for each head
Photographs (copy one) 1set
Sample cutting template(Φ38m , Φ90mm, Φ140mm) 1pc for each size
Pressing weight 1pc
Auxiliary device for specimen mounting 1pc
Steel ball 3pcs
Power line 1pc
Accessories B:
EMPA Photographic standards for pilling test (3 x 4 knitted) Optional
EMPA Photographic standards for pilling test (3 x 4 woven) Optional
SM 50 Photographs for pilling test IWS + ASTM. 4 Sets 1-5 (Plain, Twill A, Twill B, Blanket) Optional
Standard abradents fabric Optional
Standard backing foam Φ38mm Optional
Standard woven felt Discs 140mm Optional
Standard woven felt Discs 90mm Optional
Sample cutter Φ38mm Optional
Sample cutter Φ90mm Optional
Sample cutter Φ140mm Optional
Ball plate for ISO17076-2 Optional












Mini-Martindale Abrasion and Pilling Tester 1602W
Instrument is supplied as standard with 2 working positions Order station kits, consumables and other accessories separately
Martindale Abrasion and Pilling Tester with TestWise Touch™, available with up to 9 stations and adaptable to test a wide range of applications including textiles, socks, leather, coated upholstery, carpets, wood and shirt collars.
We were involved in the development of the original Martindale with Dr Martindale and WIRA in the 1940s. We have since established our position as a leading supplier with over 60 years of testing and development.
With the 1602W model (specific to tests on wood, lacquered and painted surface), the support on which the sample is placed is a metal plate of dimensions 15 x 15 cm, allowing a better hold of the sample and not a round support 90 mm in diameter as on the basic models.
Additional information
The Martindale can test for abrasion resistance and fabric pilling of textiles, as well as a range of applications.
The Martindale performs a certain number of rubs per cycle and will perform each rub in a Lissajous pattern.
A rub is one revolution of the two outer drives of the Martindale, a cycle is the completion of all the translational abrasion movements tracing a Lissajous figure comprising 16 rubs and A
Lissajous is any one of an infinite variety of curves traced out by a point which undergoes two simple motions in perpendicular directions.
On a Martindale, the Lissajous is created by 16 rubs and has a total Length of 3.02m.
The Martindale has a rotational speed of 47 ± 2.5 rpm and an exposed area of specimen from 3.14cm² to 6.45cm² depending on the type of test being performed.
The Martindale can be supplied with a comprehensive range of accessories for different specimen types, including sock abrasion, a line contact plate and a leatherball plate.
The instrument can test both textiles and non-textiles such as socks, leather, carpets, coated upholstery and edges.
Technical Specification : Martindale - 2 Stations
Conditioned atmosphere recommended Yes
Positioning Bench standing
Space requirements :
Height 24.6cmWidth 45.0cmDepth 7 4.5cm
Approximate net weight 45kg
Power
Single phase YesRating per phase (A) 0.5Watts 60
SCOPE OF SUPPLY
- 1 X MINI-MARTINDALE 1602W For Wood, HPL and similar Substrates 2 stations With certificate of calibration UKAS
REF. 902-970
- 2X STATION KIT Including weight for 4N loading For Wood, HPL and Similar Substrates
REF. 794-519
OPTION
- 2 X Additional weight for 6N loading
- 1 X Specimen Mounting Plate
REF. 526-491
- 1 x 3M Scotch-Brite Abradant Pieces 89mm diameter Type 7440 (Brown) for prEN 16094 (Method B) per pack (10)
REF. 789-671
- 1 x 3M Scotch-Brite Abradant Pieces 89mm diameter Type 7447+ (Maroon) per pack (10)
REF. 789-674









