Rubber

List of equipment for rubber testing.
  • Abrasion tester

    The abrasion tester determines the resistance of elastomers against abrasion for rubber products such as tires, conveyor belts, hoses, footwear, floor coatings etc according to ISO 4649.

  • Accelerated laboratory testing in Germany

    Elastocon offers a full range of contract laboratory testing services in Q-Lab's fully-equipped laboratories in Germany,for those who are interested in accelerated weathering, light stability, and corrosion testing but are not yet ready to purchase QUV, Q-SUN, or Q-FOG test equipment.

  • Accelerated weathering tester QUV

    The QUV accelerated weathering tester reproduces the damage caused by sunlight, rain and dew. In a few days or weeks, the QUV UV tester can reproduce the damage that occurs over months or years outdoors.

  • Adjustable table for low temperature testers, ET 01.08

    The adjustable table ET 01.08 is suitable for Elastocon's low temperature testers ET 01-II, ET 02-II and the base unit for combined low temperature testers.

  • Air tight container for compression testing in liquids, EB 02.01P

    The EB 02.01P air tight container can be used up to a pressure of 3 bar together with the stress relaxation rigs EB 02 and EB 02AP for compression testing of rubber in liquids at temperatures up to +150 °C, according to ISO 3384.

  • ALE-test system

    The ALE-test system (Aeration and Liquid Exchange test system) for compression testing – with possibility to exchange liquid and air – at temperatures up to 200 °C.

  • Analytical balance KERN ABJ

    The analytical balance ABJ is the bestseller in analytical balances, with high-quality single-cell weighing system, also with EC type approval [M].

  • Analytical balance KERN ABT

    The analytical balance KERN ABT is a premium model with single-cell weighing system.

  • Apparatus for testing with liquid on one surface only, EB 34

    The EB 34 apparatus is designed for tests according to ISO 1817, Determination of the effect of liquids, for testing one surface only.

  • Arizona outdoor exposure testing

    Elastocon mediates Q-Lab's outdoor testing of products and materials in desert climate in Arizona. Q-Lab Arizona ranks among the largest desert exposure facilities in the world.

  • Autoclave, ES 42

    Elastocon's autoclave, ES 42, is used for testing of materials in liquids, such as fuels, coolants and oils to avoid evaporation.

  • Automatic cooling with liquid nitrogen, ET 01.02

    The automatic cooling with liquid nitrogen, ET 01.02, consists of both the cryogenic vessel for the storing of liquid nitrogen and the special valve and hose that is needed for the connection between the vessel and the Low Temperature Tester.

  • Automatic O-ring positioning device, Barofix 4

    The Barofix 4 is the next generation of high-accuracy specimen positioning device which is designed as an add-on accessory for the Bareiss flagship hardness testing system the digi test II.

  • Automatic relaxation and creep tester, EB 18‑II‑3

    The automatic relaxation and creep tester EB 18-II-3 has individual control of the 3 test stations as well as the temperature of each cell. The temperature range is between +40 °C and +200 °C. The EB 18‑II‑3 instrument perfoms tests according to ISO 188 method A, ISO 3384-1 method A, ISO 6914 method A, ISO 8013, and ISO 899 with modified test specimen (no strain gauge required).

  • Automatic relaxation and creep tester, EB 32

    The automatic relaxation and creep tester EB 32 is equipped with a liquid circulator for cooling and can cycle between -40 °C and +200 °C, with the same temperature in all 3 test stations. The EB 32 instrument perfoms tests according to ISO 188 method A, ISO 3384-1 method A and B, ISO 3384-2 method A and B, ISO 6914 method A, ISO 8013, and ISO 899-1 as well as ISO 899-2 with modified test specimen (no extensometer required).

  • Ball rebound tester

    The ball rebound tester from Bareiss is used for determining the resilience by ball rebound of flexible cellular polymeric materials according to ISO 8307 and ASTM D3574.

  • Barofix centering device

    Barofix centering device – for hardness testers digi test II, Triple Shore A, and IRHD Compact III – for a quick centring of O-rings of a cord diameter between 0,6 to 5,0 mm. Outer diameter up to 50 mm.

  • Barofix centering device with plexiglas plate

    Barofix centering device with a plexiglas plate and a sample clamping device for a quick centring of O-rings – for hardness testers digi test II, Triple Shore A, and IRHD Compact III.

  • Bizerba slicer

    The Bizerba Slicer is used for slicing rubber products for preparation of test pieces.

  • Brittleness tester, ET 05‑II

    Brittleness tester, ET 05-II, for automatic determination of brittleness point according to ISO 812, ASTM D2137 and equivalent standards.

  • Cabinet oven, EB 04-II

    The EB 04-II cabinet oven has low air speed and a flow meter that can be set between 3 to 20 changes per hour, which meets the requirements in ISO 188 method A.

  • Cabinet oven, EB 12-II

    The EB 12-II cabinet oven has high air speed with laminar flow from bottom to top, and a factory set throttle to give a fixed air exchange rate of 7 (default) or 14 changes per hour, which meets the requirements in ISO 188 method B.

  • Cabinet oven, EB 26HT

    The EB 26HT ageing cabinet has high air speed and a fixed air exchange rate of 7 (default) or 14 changes per hour, which meets the requirements in ISO 188 method C. This oven also has a carousel for simple and fast mounting of the samples. The carousel – which rotates during ageing – has room for up to 36 samples.

  • Cabinet oven, EB 27

    The EB 27 cabinet oven has 2 flow meters to cover the exchange rates between 3 to 200 changes per hour, but still with low air speed inside the chamber. This cabinet oven meets the requirements in ISO 188 method A, IEC 60811-401, IEC 60216-4-1, ASTM D5423 type 1 and 2, ASTM D573 and ASTM E145 type IIA.

  • Cell oven EB 19

    The EB 19 cell oven is equipped with 4 cells, each with individual temperature. Each cell has individual control of the air exchange rate, and has room for 24 test pieces. The oven performs well inside the apparatus requirements in ISO 188 method A, IEC 60811-401, IEC 60216-4-3 and DIN 53508 p. 6.4.

  • Cell oven EB 20

    The EB 20 cell oven is equipped with 6 cells, each with individual temperature. Each cell has individual control of the air exchange rate, and has room for 24 test pieces. The oven performs well inside the apparatus requirements in ISO 188 method A, IEC 60811-401, IEC 60216-4-3 and DIN 53508 p. 6.4.

  • Cell oven EB 21

    The EB 21 cell oven for relaxation tests has 4 cells with individual temperatures and individual control of the air exchange rate for each cell. Temperature range +40 °C to +200 °C (HT-version up to +300 °C).

  • Cell oven EB 21 LTHTP

    The EB 21 LTHTP cell oven for relaxation tests of rubber has 4 cells with individual control of temperatures and air exchange rate. EB 21 LTHTP can be programmed for temperature cycling between approximately +20 °C to +300 °C, according to ISO 3384-1 method A and B, as well as ISO 6914 method A.

  • Cell oven EB 22

    The EB 22 cell ovenfor stress relaxation has 6 cells with individual temperatures and individual control of the air exchange rate for each cell. Temperature range +40 °C to +200 °C (HT-version up to +300 °C).

  • Cell oven EB 36

    The EB 36 cell oven has a stirrer that stirs the air in the cells with about 60 rpm and meets the standard AS/NZS 1660.2.3:1998.

  • Cell oven EB 37

    The EB 37 cell oven is equipped with 4 cells, each with individual temperature up to +350 °C. Each cell has individual control of the air exchange rate, and has room for 24 test pieces. The oven performs well inside the apparatus requirements in ISO 188 method A, IEC 60811-401, IEC 60216-4-3 and DIN 53508 p. 6.4.

  • Cell oven EB 38

    The EB 38 high temperature cell oven for relaxation tests has 4 cells with individual temperatures and individual control of the air exchange rate for each cell. The temperature range is +40 °C to +350 °C.

  • Cell oven EB 39

    The EB 39 cell oven for stress relaxation tests of rubber according to ASTM D6147 has 6 cells with individual temperatures and individual control of the air exchange rate for each cell. Temperature range +40 °C to +200 °C (HT-version up to +300 °C).

  • Cell oven, EB 17

    The EB 17 cell oven for relaxation tests with 6 cells with the same temperature and cycling from -70 °C up to +245 °C, according to ISO 3384-1, ISO 3384-2 and ISO 6914 method A.

  • Centrofix centering device

    Centrofix centering device for quick centering of rubber tubes or hoses with hardness testers digi test II, Triple Shore A, and IRHD Compact III.

  • Combined low temperature testers

    The TR tester, Gehman tester and brittleness tester can be combined using the same base unit and a rig changing system.

  • Compression platens

    Tinius Olsen compression platens can be machined to all different sizes, slotted for easy sample placement, and either be fixed or self-aligning with a spherically-seated joint. Compression Jigs and Fixtures are the most varied type of attachment.

  • Compression set rig, EV 03

    Compression set rig, EV 03, for the determination of the compression set characteristics of vulcanized and thermoplastic rubbers at ambient or elevated temperatures according to ISO 815-1.

  • Conditioning box, EP 05

    The EP 05 conditioning box is used for temperature conditioning of the samples in a stable environment before testing, usually at 23 °C.

  • Container for compression testing in liquids, EB 02.01

    The EB 02.01 container is used with the stress relaxation rig EB 02 for compression testing of rubber in liquids at temperatures up to +200 °C, according to ISO 3384.

  • Container for tension testing in liquids, EB 02.12

    The EB 02.12 container is used with the stress relaxation rig EB 02TE for tension testing of rubber in liquids at temperatures up to +200 °C, according to ISO 6914.

  • Conversion kit for freezers, ET 03.01-6

    With the ET 03.01-6 conversion kit all of Elastocon’s laboratory freezers can be adapted for 6 test rigs, for testing either in low temperature compression set with our EV 09 rig or in stress relaxation with our EB 02 rig.

  • Counting scale KERN CPB

    The counting scale KERN CPB is a professional model, also with EC type approval [M], counting resolution up to 60,000 points.

  • Cutting dies, EP 04

    The EP 04 specimen cutting dies are manufactured in both standard and special shapes. A special shank is used when mounting the cutting die in presses EP 02 and EP 08. Shanks for other cutting presses are also available.

  • Cutting dies, EP 10

    The EP 10 specimen cutting dies are suitable for punching in most materials. A thinner knife is inset into plywood and manufactured in special shapes.

  • Density set for KERN analytical balances

    Universal density set for KERN analytical balancesfor density determination of liquids and solids with density ≤/≥ 1.

  • Differential scanning calorimetry instrument, DSC 4000

    The DSC 4000 offers dependable performance and quality results. This single-furnace, heat flux DSC is designed to run all your routine applications and includes an easy-to-load vertical furnace that is resistant to oxygen and chemical corrosion.

  • Dynamic mechanical analyzer, DMA 8000

    The DMA 8000 is flexible and cost effective. Its innovative design, high functionality, and flexible operation make it ideal for advanced research and routine quality testing in the polymers, composites, pharmaceutical, and food industries.

  • Environmental chamber for Tinius Olsen testing machines

    The Tinius Olsen environmental chamber provides a means for performing physical tests within a temperature range of -70 to +300 °C, and is suitable for most twin screw materials testing machines.

  • Extensometer, model 100R

    The Tinius Olsen model 100R is a high elongation extensometer that is designed to measure the ‘stretch’ of a wide range of materials including elastomers and non-rigid plastics.

  • Extensometer, model 100S

    The Tinius Olsen model 100S is designed as a dual purpose extensometer to measure E modulus and offset yield stress (proof stress) on relatively high modulus materials while also providing the ability to measure high elongations up to break.

  • Fatigue tester, MonTech FT 3000 C‑H

    The MonTech FT 3000 C‑H is a high-end, direct linear drive fatigue tester of advanced design providing a full test which indicates material properties such flex cracking/crack growth test and tension fatigue test in accordance with: ISO 132, ISO 6943, ASTM D 430-B, ASTM D 813, ASTM D 4482, DIN 53 522 -1/2 /3.

  • Florida outdoor exposure testing

    Elastocon mediates Q-Lab's services for outdoor exposure testing of materials and products in Florida. Q-Lab Florida has more specimens on test than any other outdoor weathering facility in the world.

  • Fogging accessories

    Elastocon offers several accessories and supplies for fogging tests.

  • Fogging tester, EB 03C

    The EB 03C fogging tester is an equipment for determination of windscreen fogging in vehicles according to ISO 6452 and SAE J1756.

  • FT-IR spectrometer, Spectrum Two

    The FT-IR spectrometer Spectrum Two breaks ground in operational simplicity, combining superb performance with low maintenance design. True laboratory performance IR for everyday analysis is possible for everyone, everywhere.

  • Gehman tester, ET 02-II

    Gehman tester, ET 02-II, for determination of the relative stiffness characteristics of vulcanized or thermoplastic rubbers, also called the Gehman procedure. The test is done according to ISO 1432, ASTM D1053, or equivalent standards.

  • Handheld XRF Analyzer, S1 Titan

    The S1 Titan is a lightweight and rugged handheld XRF analyzer designed to quickly report the elemental composition of a sample, using X-ray radiation.

  • Hanging scale KERN CH

    The hanging scale KERN CH is the classic among manual hanging scales – perfect for rapid weighing of higher loads.

  • Hardness tester BaRotation

    BaRotation is an automated hardness test system for the routine testing of O-rings and other components according to IRHD Micro and Micro Shore A.

  • Hardness tester digi test II

    The digi test II is a modular digital measuring device for fully-automated hardness tests, according to Shore, VLRH and IRHD on polymers with variable test geometries.

  • Hardness tester for IRHD, digi test Easy

    The hardness tester digi test Easy is the ideal entry-level model into the world of IRHD measurement according to ISO 48-2 and ASTM D1415. Choose between the IRHD Micro or Normal testing methods.

  • Hardness tester HP Digital for Shore

    The Bareiss HP Digital is designed to provide ease of use without compromising on precision. Testing methods: Shore A and D, according to ISO 48-4, ISO 868 and ASTM D2240.

  • Hardness tester HPE III Basic, Shore

    HPE III Basic is a handheld hardness tester with constant contact pressure and measuring time according to Shore standards, and with optical and acoustical signal.

  • Hardness tester Pusey & Jones

    The Pusey & Jones hardness tester is used for hardness determination on rubber- and rubberlike materials; e.g. rubber rollers of the paper industry. Minimum material thickness of 13 mm.

  • High force relaxation rig, EB 02HF

    The high force relaxation rig EB 02HF is used for testing of stress relaxation with high forces up to 45 kN (45 000 N), according to ISO 3384.

  • Horizon software for materials testing, analysis and reporting

    The Horizon software is a computer assisted data acquisition and machine control system, which can be supplied with most Tinius Olsen testing equipment.

  • Hydraulic universal testing machine, model 1000SL

    Tinius Olsen’s hydraulic universal testing machine, model 1000SL, is suitable for tension, compression, transverse, shear and other tests to a maximum force of 1000 kN.

  • Hydraulic universal testing machine, model 1500SL

    Tinius Olsen’s hydraulic universal testing machine, model 1500SL, is suitable for tension, compression, transverse, shear and other tests to a maximum force of 1500 kN.

  • Hydraulic universal testing machine, model 150SL

    Tinius Olsen’s hydraulic universal testing machine, model 150SL, is suitable for tension, compression, transverse, shear and other tests to a maximum force of 150 kN.

  • Hydraulic universal testing machine, model 2000SL

    Tinius Olsen’s hydraulic universal testing machine, model 2000SL, is suitable for tension, compression, transverse, shear and other tests to a maximum force of 2000 kN.

  • Hydraulic universal testing machine, model 3000SL

    Tinius Olsen’s hydraulic universal testing machine, model 3000SL, is suitable for tension, compression, transverse, shear and other tests to a maximum force of 3000 kN.

  • Hydraulic universal testing machine, model 300SL

    Tinius Olsen’s hydraulic universal testing machine, model 300SL, is suitable for tension, compression, transverse, shear and other tests to a maximum force of 300 kN.

  • Hydraulic universal testing machine, model 600SL

    Tinius Olsen’s hydraulic universal testing machine, model 600SL, is suitable for tension, compression, transverse, shear and other tests to a maximum force of 600 kN.

  • Insert for ASTM testing in cell ovens, EB 07.01

    The EB 07.01 insert has three test tubes for testing according to ASTM D865 – Heat Ageing and ASTM D471 – Testing in liquids.

  • Instrument for filler dispersion analysis, DisperTester 3000

    The MonTech DisperTester 3000 is the most easy to use instrument for filler dispersion analysis; providing superior compliance, reproducibility and repeatability.

  • Laboratory curing moulds for rubber and plastics

    MonTech manufactures a comprehensive range of precise and durable sample curing moulds according to ISO, DIN, ASTM and GB standards in various different versions. MonTech curing moulds guarantee easy handling and accurate moulding results.

  • Laboratory cutting mills

    Cutting mills are ideal for comminution of soft to medium-hard, brittle, fibrous, tough or temperature-sensitive materials as well as plastics and for preparation of heterogeneous mixtures.

  • Laboratory information management system (LIMS), MonQuality

    MonQuality is a fully integrated laboratory information management system.

  • Laboratory platen press LabEcon

    Fontijne Presses’ floor standing LabEcon– a series available with a press range of 300, 600 or 1000 kN – is an automated hydraulic laboratory press, which incorporates many features and qualities of the top-of-the-line LabPro series.

  • Laboratory platen press LabManual 300

    LabManual 300 is a manually operated hydraulic laboratory press for rubber and polymer materials, where the number of samples to be processed is moderate. It can be used for pressing needs up to 300 kN at +300 °C, but also allows the use of low closing forces.

  • Laboratory platen press LabManual 50

    LabManual 50 is a manually operated hydraulic laboratory press for rubber and polymer materials, where the number of samples to be processed is moderate. It can be used for pressing needs up to 50 kN at +200 °C, but also allows the use of low closing forces.

  • Laboratory platen press LabPro

    Fontijne Presses’ LabPro is a series of highly customizable state-of-the-art laboratory presses. LabPro presses are known for their exquisite and consistent pressing quality and are used in demanding laboratory environments and R&D facilities around the world.

  • Laboratory platen press LabTop

    Fontijne Presses’ benchtop LabTop series – available with a press range of 150 or 300 kN – is an automated hydraulic laboratory press, which combines the modest footprint of our manually operated LabManual machines with the automated ProView control system that is used in our LabEcon and LabPro series.

  • Laboratory platen press LabVac

    LabVac is a series of laboratory hot platen presses that can create a vacuum condition inside the press chamber, which can prevent oxidation or contamination of the material by oxygen or other gases. A vacuum condition can also enhance the bonding and curing of the material, resulting in higher quality specimens.

  • Laboratory press MonTech VP 3000

    The MonTech VP 3000 is a small tabletop press with a closing force of 40 kN, which is used for fast and easy moulding, curing and preparation of rubber samples.

  • Laboratory roll mill, Polymix

    The laboratory roll mill Polymix is a compact machine for mixing all types of plastic and rubber material. The machine is successfully used for research, development and quality control all over the world.

  • Laser extensometer, model 500LC

    The Tinius Olsen model 500LC non-contacting extensometer is designed to measure the extension of medium to high elongation materials, typically elastomers.

  • Light booth for visual colour control, MiniMatcher series

    GTI MiniMatchers help you to evaluate and communicate colour with confidence. They are ideal for the viewing of coatings, textiles, packaging, cosmetics, and more.

  • Low cost replacement lamps and filters for Atlas Weather-Ometer testers

    Q-Lab offers water-cooled replacement lamps and optical filters for use in Atlas Weather-Ometer® models Ci35, Ci35A, Ci65, Ci65A, Ci4000, Ci5000, and SUNTEST CPS and CPS+.

  • Low temperature box EB 02.25

    The EB 02.25 low temperature box is almost the same as EB 02.08, except that it is equipped with water cooling by tap water. It is used for stress relaxation testing of rubber in room temperature to avoid variation in the load curve caused by temperature variation in the laboratory.

  • Low temperature compression set rig, EV 09

    EV 09 is a rig for the determination of the compression set characteristics of vulcanized and thermoplastic rubbers at low temperatures according to ISO 815-2 or other technically equivalent standards.

  • Low temperature freezer ET 03, -10 to -45 °C

    Laboratory freezer ET 03 (-10 °C to -45 °C) is suitable for compression set at low temperature.

  • Manual cutting press EP 08

    The EP 08 manual cutting press is designed for preparation of test specimens foremost of rubber and plastic materials by punching.

  • Mechanical hardness tester HP for Shore

    The Bareiss HP mechanical hardness tester for Shore is still as modern and precise as it was 50 years ago.

  • Model SL – compression only

    Tinius Olsen’s popular line of SL hydraulic testing machines is complemented by a series of compression-only test frames. These frames have the same robust design, quality materials and precision engineering as the tension and compression frames, but test in compression only.

  • Moisture analyser KERN DAB

    The moisture analyser KERN DAB is particularly easy to use – now also as a version with [d] = 10 mg, ideal for recurring rapid tests.

  • Moisture analyser KERN DBS

    The moisture analyser KERN DBS has a graphics display and 10 memories for drying programs.

  • Moisture analyser KERN DLB

    The moisture analyser KERN DLB has an intuitive graphics display and step-by-step user guidance in 6 languages.

  • Mooney constant volume sample cutter M-VS 3000

    The M-VS 3000 Mooney volumetric sample cutterenables higher accuracy, repeatability and optimised testing results in Mooney Scorch and Viscosity testing by preparing constant volume test samples.