DEEP ABRASION TESTING MACHINE

A Deep Abrasion Testing Machine is a laboratory instrument used to determine the resistance of materials (especially unglazed ceramic tiles and similar hard surfaces) to deep wear caused by abrasive action. The test measures how much material is removed or how deep an abrasion groove is formed when the specimen is pressed against a rotating steel disc under controlled conditions, with abrasive media introduced into the contact interface.

This machine is essential in quality control, product development, research labs, and manufacturing environments where durability and wear resistance are key performance criteria. It ensures compliance with international and regional standards for abrasion resistance.

⚙️ Typical Operating Principle

1. A test specimen (e.g., ceramic tile) is held vertically and pressed against a rotating steel abrasive disc.

2. An abrasive material (often white fused alumina of defined grit size) is fed steadily between the disc and the specimen.

3. The machine runs at a controlled speed and force, creating abrasion.

4. The length or volume of material removed is recorded as the measure of deep abrasion resistance.

5. Results help evaluate material quality for wear performance in real-world conditions.

📊 Applicable Standards

• ISO 10545-6 – Ceramic tiles, deep abrasion test.

• IS 13630 (Part-12) – Indian standard for ceramic tile abrasion.

• Other regional or manufacturer-specific procedures.

🎯 Primary Applications

• Testing unglazed ceramic tiles for wear resistance.

• Evaluating flooring materials and wear-prone surfaces.

• Material R&D and durability benchmarking.

• QC in production environments.