Taber Abrasion Test
Test ID
M-068
Description
This test measures the loss in weight of a sample due to abrasion. A Taber abrasion machine is used to apply abrasive wheels to a sample for a specified number of cycles. From the weight loss of the material it is possible to rate the abrasion resistance of a material.
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Standards
- ASTM D4060
Data
Start Weight, Wear Index. This data appears in Matereality as Abrasion Resistance.
Replicates
Number of times this test is repeated: 5
Samples
7 plaques [details]
Application
This test is often used to rate the resistance to wear of a material and is necessary for acceptance of materials that require a minimum wear value.