Fabrics Stiffness Tester
High-precision fabrics stiffness tester for woven, knitted, and nonwoven materials. ASTM D4032 compliant, pneumatic actuator, durable digital gauge, compact laboratory design.
- Measures fabric stiffness and bending rigidity using ASTM D4032 circular bend test
- High-precision digital force gauge with “hold” feature
- Durable chrome-plated platform and pneumatic actuator for stable results
The Fabrics Stiffness Tester is designed to measure the stiffness of textiles using the ASTM D4032 circular bend test method. It provides precise and reproducible results to evaluate the bending rigidity and flexibility of various fabrics, including woven, knitted, and nonwoven materials. With a high-precision digital force gauge and smooth-polished chrome-plated platform, this instrument ensures reliable performance for quality control, R&D, and production monitoring. Its compact and durable design makes it suitable for laboratory use while maintaining consistent and standard-compliant measurements.
Related Standards:
| STANDARDS | ASTM D4032 |
Note: this tester can conform to but not limit to the standards above, for more standards conformance, please contact us.
Features
- Adopt circular bend procedure, easy to perform;
- Smooth-polished chrome-plated steel plate platform;
- High precise digital force gauge with maximum reading “hold” feature;
- Surface electrostatic paint spraying, make it excellent durability; Optimized mechanical structure, the air outlet of the cylinder is
- coaxial with the pressure head, which make it high stability;
Key Specification
- Actuator mode – Pneumatic
- Platform size – 102*102mm
- Orifice diameter – 38.1mm
- Template – 102*204mm
- Plunger diameter – 25.4mm
- Downward stroke – 57mm
- Gauge capacity – 500N
- Dimensions – 23*33*66cm (L*W*H)
- Net weight – 15kg
Standard Configuration
| No | Item | Quantity |
| 1 | Main machine | 1 set |
| 2 | Force gauge | 1 pc |
| 3 | Template | 1 pc |
Optional Accessories
Air compressor
Why Choose Fabrics Stiffness Tester?
The Fabrics Stiffness Tester is an essential tool for textile laboratories and manufacturers to accurately determine fabric stiffness. Using the ASTM D4032 circular bend method, it simulates real-world bending conditions for reliable evaluation of material rigidity. The instrument features a high-precision digital force gauge with hold function, a smooth chrome-plated steel platform, and an optimized pneumatic actuator, ensuring stability and repeatable results. Its durable electrostatic paint finish and coaxial air outlet enhance longevity and precision. Compact in size (23×33×66 cm) and lightweight (15 kg), it is easy to operate and transport. Ideal for woven, knitted, and nonwoven fabrics, it supports quality control, research, and development in textile manufacturing.
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