REGAURA Automated Thrust Washer Tester

The Automated Thrust Washer Tester determines the equilibrium rate of wear and coefficient of friction of materials in rubbing contact under useful operating conditions such as combinations of pressure and velocity that utilise a thrust washer specimen configuration as per ASTM D3702. The test load is directly controlled through a software-based closed-loop servo pneumatic system, which enables precise control over load application. The pneumatic loading method allows the user to have better control over the test load and application method, unlike the conventional dead weight method of loading. Users will have better control over the choice of load and test speed which enhances the productivity of the test. As per ASTM standards, the upper specimen is rotated up to 200 RPM, and an axial force of up to 400 kg can be applied through a servo pneumatic closed-loop loading mechanism.

Test method

Determination of the wear rate and coefficient of friction for self-lubricated materials in rubbing contact by testing machine that utilises a thrust washer specimen configuration.

Features

> Conforms to ASTM D3702 and related specifications

> Integrated industrial-grade PC with Data Acquisition Software:

online data acquisition of frictional torque, temperature, normal load and coefficient of friction, drive torque

> Predefined standard test protocol

> User-defined test customization option

> Accurate Speed control through AC servo motor

> Dynamic closed-loop speed control

> Dynamic load control system

> Robust structure design

> Integrated temperature control module

> Safety interlocks for speed, temperature, load, and friction force

Specifications

> Conforms to the specifications of ASTM D3702

> Benchtop Model

> Integrated 15-inch multi-touch industrial-grade control panel with IP65 protection

> Integrated pneumatic loading system up to 400 kg

> USB3.0 port for data transfer

> Dimensions (LxBxH): 625 x 500 x 900 mm

On-site requirements

Power: 440V, 3 Phase, 50/60Hz

Pneumatic Supply: Compressed air up to 5.5 bar (80 psi)

Included accessories

> Integrated Industrial grade multi-touch PC

> Set of Hand Tools

> Connecting Cable

> Data Acquisition Card

> Data Acquisition Software

> Operating and Maintenance Manual

> Calibration and Test Reports of Sensors

> Digital Micrometer