When assessing a coating for suitability for a particular application the testing of the physical properties such as bendability, impact resistance, hardness, washability and abrasion resistance are all required to provide information for decision making. Testing of the pigments using fineness of grind gauges, determining the specific gravity of the coating using density cups, measuring the viscosity using viscosity cups or rotational viscometers and assessing the drying time all provide information for the coating technical data sheets.
Film applicators and test charts provide repeatable test condition for films of a variety of products including paints, inks, glues and cosmetics by controlling the application process so that tests such as hiding power and opacity can be carried out.
When assessing a coating for suitability for a particular application the testing of the physical properties such as bendability, impact resistance, hardness, washability and abrasion resistance are all required to provide information for decision making. Testing of the pigments using fineness of grind gauges, determining the specific gravity of the coating using density cups, measuring the viscosity using viscosity cups or rotational viscometers and assessing the drying time all provide information for the coating technical data sheets.
Film applicators and test charts provide repeatable test condition for films of a variety of products including paints, inks, glues and cosmetics by controlling the application process so that tests such as hiding power and opacity can be carried out.
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A range of glossmeters used to measure gloss and reflectance on a wide range of surfaces from high gloss to matt.
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A material’s ability to absorb certain wavelengths of light and reflect others is defined as its colour.
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A comprehensive range of fineness of grind gauges used to determine the particle size and fineness of grind of many materials.
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A range of cups and laboratory balances for accurate measurements during the development of a coating.
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A range of viscosity cups from flow to dip cups for quick assessment of material viscosity to suit specific standards.
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Elcometer offer a range of flash point testing equipment, including open cup and closed cup testers.
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A range of high precision film applicators and spiral bar coaters essential for preparing a wide variety of product samples.
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A range designed to determine a coating's drying time and a material’s degree of permeability or permeance.
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A range of versatile instruments for testing washability, brushability and resistance of a wide range of materials.
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A range of motorised and manual testers to determine a material’s resistance to scratch, wear and indentation.
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A range of mechanical instruments for repeatable and reproducible bend, cupping and impact tests.