Hydrostatic Head Tester
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Ensuring Ultimate Water Resistance – Precision Testing with Every Drop.
Hydrostatic Head Tester is a crucial tool in the textile industry for assessing the water resistance of fabrics. It measures the pressure at which water penetrates a fabric, determining its ability to withstand water exposure. This is especially important for products like waterproof clothing, outdoor gear, tents, and technical textiles. By providing accurate and reliable results, the Hydrostatic Head Tester helps manufacturers ensure that their materials meet quality standards for water resistance, enhancing the performance and durability of their products in wet conditions.
FX 3000 Hydro Tester IV
FX 3000 Hydro Tester IV determines the water resistance of fabrics by measuring how much pressure a material can withstand before water starts to penetrate through it. It’s ideal for testing the waterproof properties of textiles, such as rainwear, outdoor gear, and technical fabrics.The pressure at which this occurs is recorded as the hydrostatic head value, indicating the material’s ability to resist water penetration. This helps manufacturers ensure that their fabrics meet specific water resistance standards, providing reliable protection against wet conditions.
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Features
- Automatic water refill prior to each test with optional Automatic Level Control.
- Fast and convenient sample clamping
- Table top unit, no plumbing required, only compressed air.
- Well illuminated test area with unobstructed visual access.
- Optional integrated trip printer for printing of a test report.
- Touch screen display for digital and graphic display of test result and test progress
- Automatic Drop Detector
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