Martindale
Abrasion & Pilling Tester
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Martindale is globally recognised as a definitive apparatus for determining the propensity of a substrate for pilling and the determination of resistance to abrasion.
It is the perfect choice for organisations practicing lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, 5S or other certifications where traceability and location are key requirements
| Model | Depth | Length | Height | Weight |
| 4 Position | 570mm | 605mm | 340mm | 80kg |
| 6 Position | 800mm | 605mm | 340mm | 90kg |
| 8 Position | 800mm | 605mm | 340mm | 95kg |
| 9 Position | 800mm | 605mm | 340mm | 100kg |
Electrical
| Voltage | 90/250V |
| Frequency | 50/60Hz |
| Single Phase |
| Abrasion Tests | Modified Abrasion Tests |
| Arcadia AG35 | Arcadia AG33 |
| Arcadia AG32 | Arcadia AG61 |
| Arcadia AG34 | Arcadia AG75 |
| AS 2001 | EN 13770 |
| ASTM D4966 | EN 15973 |
| BS 2543 | EN 16094 |
| BS 3424-24 | ISO 17076-2 |
| BS 5690:1979 | ISO 26082-1 |
| BS 5690:1988 | |
| BS 5690:1991 | Pilling Tests |
| BS 8428 | Arcadia AG26 |
| EN 13520 | ASTM D4970 |
| EN 14325 | EN ISO 12945-2 |
| EN 14465 | M&S P17 |
| EN 14605 | M&S P18C |
| EN 343 | Next TM26 |
| EN 388 | SN 198525 |
| EN 530 | Woolmark TM196 |
| EN 943-2 | |
| EN ISO 12947 | Other |
| IS 12673 | CEN/TS 16611 |
| ISO 17704 | |
| ISO 5470-2 | |
| M&S P19 series | |
| Next 18 series |
Ancillary equipment and consumables conforming to major international standards and Brand requirements can be supplied on request.
Constructed from only the highest grade materials, Roaches Martindale is a robust unit built for accuracy and reliability.
Roaches Martindale is available with 4, 6, 8 and 9 test heads options for maximum versatility.
With a simple twisting action the clamping rings easily secure test materials into place.
Roaches Martindale includes the new touch screen interface. This intuitive technology ensures minimal training for technicians and highly accurate process control. Simple programming for new test methods.
Programming options are simple and easy to input.
Individual recording of test revolutions for each test head.
Abrasion, pilling and sock abrasion accessories are available.
Ergonomicall designed storage for sample holders and weights.
What is a good Martindale rating?
A good Martindale rating depends on the fabric being tested and the end use. A light weight woven fabric for apparel may achieve 7,000-10,000 revolutions before thread break and be considered a good result, but a heavy weight upholstery fabric will achieve over 30,000 revolutions. It is essential to use approved, standard referenced Martindale Test Materials and appropriate reference Photographic Standards. Always revert to the test method and customer expectation for actual performance requirements.
How do you do a pilling test?
The Martindale Pilling test differs from abrasion with the test cycle movement, sample size, applied weight and test specimen being rubbed against a piece of the same fabric rather than a standard abradent cloth. It is essential to use approved, standard referenced Martindale Test Materials. Assessment is carried out using a Pilling Assessment Viewer (PAV) and reference standard photographs.
What is an abrasion test?
The Martindale abrasion test assesses the performance of a fabric to being rubbed over a standard abradent cloth and/or other reference abradent material. Assessment is based on the number of lissajous revolutions needed to achieve a specified point of distress. It is essential to use approved, standard referenced Martindale Test Materials.
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