Friction and Wear Test Machine

The Friction and Wear Testing Machine is a precision instrument designed to measure the coefficient of friction, wear volume, and related mechanical properties of materials under controlled load and speed conditions. Driven by an AC servo motor with a gear-and-rack transmission system, the machine delivers stable and accurate motion control. The worktable supports both constant load and continuous loading modes, enabling reliable low-, medium-, and high-load testing to meet the analytical requirements of laboratory research and industrial development.

Application

Materials science research: Evaluation of friction and wear behavior of metals, alloys, ceramics, polymers, and composite materials

Surface treatment and coating assessment: Wear resistance testing of surface treatments and coatings, including powder coatings, sprayed layers, and heat-treated surfaces

Mechanical component performance evaluation: Tribological analysis of gears, bearings, sliding pairs, and contact components

Industrial quality control: Routine friction and wear testing during production to ensure compliance with performance requirements

Academic and research laboratories: Fundamental tribology research and educational testing

Typical test samples include:

Metallic and alloy specimens

Ceramic and coated surfaces

Polymer films, sheets, and molded parts

Composite materials

Mechanical contact components

Standards

GB/T 6040-2008 Test Method for Wear Resistance of Metal Surfaces

GB/T 17657-2022 Test Methods of Evaluating the Properties of Wood-Based Panels and Surface-Finished Panels (including abrasion and scratch tests)

ISO 20502 Fine Ceramics and Coatings — Scratch and Wear Testing

ASTM D3702 Test Method for Wear Rate of Materials Using a Rotating Drum Apparatus

ASTM D1894 Test Method for Static and Kinetic Coefficients of Friction of Plastic Film and Sheeting

JIS K 7317:2022 Plastics — Film and Sheeting — Determination of Coefficient of Friction

JIS L 0849 Testing Methods for Abrasion Resistance of Plastic Products

Parameters

Features

Load transducer positioned directly above the measurement point, eliminating unnecessary mechanisms and enabling direct friction force measurement

Optimized structural design minimizes response delay and setup-induced measurement errors

Orthogonal arrangement between worktable sliding direction and mechanical arm, eliminating load variation between forward and return strokes

Significantly improved repeatability and reliability of wear test results

Standard large pop-up acrylic safety cover allows observation during testing

Optional sealed enclosure configuration supports testing under controlled environmental or temperature conditions

Accessories

(1) Standard accessory set supplied with the machine

(2) Safety acrylic cover

(3) Operating documentation

Test Procedures

Secure the test specimen firmly on the worktable.

Select the appropriate test mode (single or reciprocating).

Set the sliding speed, distance, and load parameters according to the test standard.

Ensure the safety cover is properly positioned.

Start the test and monitor friction force and wear behavior during operation.

Stop the test automatically or manually upon completion.

Evaluate wear and friction results based on the applicable standard.

Maintenance Information

Keep the rack and pinion drive system clean and properly lubricated

Inspect the load transducer periodically to ensure measurement accuracy

Check moving components for wear and alignment

Clean the worktable and protective cover after testing

Perform routine functional checks in accordance with laboratory maintenance procedures

FAQ

1. What is the core advantage of this product?

The direct load measurement design and optimized mechanical layout provide high measurement accuracy and stable, repeatable friction and wear data.

2. Are the test results reliable?

Yes. The AC servo drive, rack-and-pinion transmission, and overload protection ensure consistent motion control and reliable test results.

3. Which international or industry standards does it comply with?

The machine supports multiple GB, ISO, ASTM, and JIS standards related to friction, wear, abrasion, and scratch testing.

4. Why is this product important?

Accurate friction and wear evaluation is essential for material selection, durability assessment, and performance optimization in engineering and manufacturing.

5. Which fields is this product suitable for?

It is suitable for materials research institutes, industrial R&D departments, quality inspection laboratories, and academic institutio