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Elmendorf Tearing Tester

Name: Elmendorf Tearing Tester
Brand: GLOBE ENTERPRISES
Price: 35000.0 INR
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Elmendorf Tearing Tester Specification

Number of Specimens
Multiple (typically 1 sheet per test)

Test Material
Paper, board, textiles, films

Test Range
200 gf, 400 gf, 800 gf, 1600 gf (by using different pendulums/weights)

Specimen Size
63 mm x 76 mm (standard) or as per test requirements

Temperature
10C to 40C operating range

Type
Elmendorf Tearing Tester

Power
None (Manual Operation)

Power Source
Not Required

Dimension (L*W*H)
680 mm x 380 mm x 650 mm (approx.)

Weight
Approx. 30 kg

Usage
To determine tearing strength of paper, fabric, film, and other sheet materials

Application
Paper, cardboard, plastic film, textile, and packaging materials

Resolution
1 gf

Calibration
Supplied with calibration weights

Pendulum Capacity
Adjustable, with 4 distinct capacities

Safety Features
Pendulum lock during setup and safety shield

Operation
Manual lever operation for pendulum release

Accessories
Complete with pendulums, calibration weights, and instruction manual

Standards Compliance
IS 1060, ASTM D689/D1424, TAPPI T414

Cutting Blade
Precision ground, replaceable blade

Elmendorf Tearing Tester Trade Information

Minimum Order Quantity
1 Unit

Payment Terms
Cash on Delivery (COD), Cheque

Supply Ability
100 Units Per Month

Delivery Time
1 Week

Packaging Details
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Main Export Market(s)
Australia, North America, Middle East, Western Europe, Africa, Central America, Eastern Europe, South America, Asia

Main Domestic Market
All India

About Elmendorf Tearing Tester

The tearing strength of fabrics, papers, plastic films, or other similar materials in sheet form is determined by measurement of work done in tearing through a fixed length of the test specimen using the Elmendorf tear tester.

The GLOBE Elmendorf Tear Tester consists of a brass sector pendulum pivoted on low-friction ball bearings over a vertical bracket fixed on a rigid metallic base. The test specimen, in shape of a rectangle, is held between two clamps, one of which is mounted on the pendulum and the other is mounted on the vertical bracket. The clamps are mounted in such a manner that their holding faces are aligned with each other when the pendulum is locked in its raised position. The pendulum is released by lifting a release lever. This action causes the pendulum to fall down under its weight and to tear the test specimen while doing so. The energy absorbed during tearing is indicated on a scale fitted on the pendulum by a low friction pointer pivoted on the axis of the pendulum.

Technical details

Instrument Dimension	400 x 210 x 390 mm
Brand	Globe Enterprises
Frequency	50 Hz
Voltage	220 V
Sample Dimension	100 x 63 mm
Power Source	Electric

Superior Versatility and Accurate Testing

This Elmendorf Tearing Tester is engineered for precise measurement across a wide range of sheet materials. With four selectable pendulum capacities and quick-change calibration weights, it is adaptable for use on papers, packaging, films, and textiles. The manual lever operation, paired with a replaceable precision blade, ensures consistent, repeatable results for every test.

Compliance and Safety in One Package

Meeting industry standards such as IS 1060, ASTM D689/D1424, and TAPPI T414, this tester guarantees reliability and reproducibility. Its robust safety features, including a pendulum lock and safety shield, protect users during setup and operation, making it a secure addition to any laboratory or production floor.

FAQs of Elmendorf Tearing Tester:

Q: How do you operate the Elmendorf Tearing Tester?

A: To operate the Elmendorf Tearing Tester, mount the specimen in the clamps, set the required pendulum and calibration weights, lock the pendulum, adjust the safety shield, and use the manual lever to initiate the tear. The reading is then taken from the graduated scale. Full instructions are included in the supplied manual.

Q: What materials can be tested with this tearing tester?

A: The Elmendorf Tearing Tester is suitable for a variety of sheet materials, including paper, cardboard, plastic films, textiles, and packaging materials. This versatility makes it ideal for quality control in multiple industries, including paper manufacturing and packaging.

Q: Where should the tester be installed for optimal use?

A: Install the Elmendorf Tearing Tester in a stable laboratory or production environment with a temperature range between 10C and 40C. A flat, sturdy surface is necessary to ensure accurate measurements and safe operation.

Q: When is calibration required for the tester, and how is it performed?

A: Calibration is recommended at regular intervals, typically before starting daily testing sessions. It should be performed using the supplied calibration weights to ensure that readings remain within the specified accuracy range. Follow the step-by-step guidelines in the included instruction manual.

Q: What is the process for switching between different test ranges?

A: To change the test range, simply swap the pendulums and calibration weights according to the range needed: 200 gf, 400 gf, 800 gf, or 1600 gf. This allows the tester to accommodate different material strengths without requiring any electronic adjustments.

Q: How does the Elmendorf Tearing Tester benefit quality assurance processes?

A: By providing high-precision, repeatable measurements that comply with international standards, the tester enables consistent evaluation of material tear strength. This assists manufacturers in maintaining quality and meeting regulatory requirements for their products.

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