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Qualtech Products Industry T-Bend Tester is a precision Coating Flexibility and Bend Test Instrument to evaluate the Coating Flexibility of Painted Sheet by T-Bend manipulation.

This reliable T-Bend Test Equipment is engineered to assist with the professional evaluation of the coating performance of paint and coatings applied on a sheet material including steel, metal, aluminum by performing a T-Bend maneuver. The coating surface might show cracks at a certain angle indicating the flexibility and the performance of the coating.

This professional T-Bend Flexibility Tester bends samples up to 180° around their center point with the coating being applied on the outside of the curved sample surface and conveniently offers to repeat the T-Bend manipulation to perform the relevant T0, T1, T2, T3 Bend Tests.

Performing a T-Bend Test with this professional T-Bend Tester is a user-friendly and efficient procedure. Simply mount the prepared coated sample in the sample holder of the T-Bend Tester and perform a T-Bend maneuver. After the T-Bend manipulation attach a small piece of adhesive tape with a known level of adhesion to the core bending area of the coated sample and pull the adhesive tape off rather swiftly. The coating surface now presents its flexibility and resistance to T-Bending with possible cracks, pulled off paint chips and similar performance indications representing the coating performance and the T-Bend Test result.

This professional T-Bend Tester is designed and engineered in accordance with international test standard including:

T-Bend Tester - Application:

This reliable T-Bend Test Equipment is engineered to assist with the professional evaluation of the coating performance of paint and coatings applied on a sheet material including steel, metal, aluminum by performing a bend maneuver. The coating surface might show cracks at a certain angle indicating the flexibility and the elasticity of the coating sample.

This professional T-Bend Tester assists with the evaluation of the ability of samples to withstand deformation and to recover their original shape after being subjected to stress. It evaluates how well sample materials can bend and deform without cracking or breaking under specific conditions.

This precision T-Bend Tester is used in a wide range of laboratories and industries:

  • Assess the durability and performance of coatings: A flexible coating is less likely to crack or chip when subjected to bending or impacts, leading to longer-lasting applications.
  • Ensure the compliance with quality standards: Many industries have specific flexibility requirements for coatings used in various products.
  • Compare different coating materials: Flexibility testing can help choose the most suitable coating for an application based on its bending properties.
     

Factors influenced by the Coating and Paint Performace Test:

  • Coating composition: Different types of coatings, for example, acrylic and epoxy have inherent flexibility characteristics
  • Curing conditions: Proper curing ensures optimal film formation and influences flexibility
  • Thickness of the coating: Thicker coatings tend to be less flexible than thinner ones
  • Temperature and humidity: Environmental conditions can impact the testing results and should be controlled

The T-Bend Test is a very important test parameter, by understanding the flexibility of sample materials such as putty and coatings, manufacturers can professionally:

  • Predict their performance in real-world applications, especially under stress or bending
    Choose the most suitable materials for specific demands
  • Maintain product quality and avoid premature failure due to cracking or peeling

Performing a T-Bend Test with this professional T-Bend Tester is a user-friendly and efficient procedure. Simply mount the prepared coated sample in the sample holder of the T-Bend Tester and perform a T-Bend maneuver. After the T-Bend manipulation attach a small piece of adhesive tape with a known level of adhesion to the core bending area of the coated sample and pull the adhesive tape off rather swiftly. The coating surface now presents its flexibility and resistance to T-Bending with possible cracks, pulled off paint chips and similar performance indications representing the coating performance and the T-Bend Test result.

This professional T-Bend Tester is valuable in assessing the material's performance under conditions where flexibility is essential including paint and coatings.

Professional T-Bend Tester - Features:

  • Newest Technology
  • Professional T-Bend Test
  • Instant Coating Flexibility & Performance Analysis
  • Full Range T-Bend Testing T0, T1, T2, T3
  • User-friendly Application
  • User-friendly Sample Handling
  • High Accuracy & High Precision
  • Ergonomic Design
  • Reliable Performance & Longevity
  • Engineered in accordance with international test standards including ASTM D4145, ISO 17132

T-Bend Tester – Specifications:

ModelQPI-TBT1800QPI-TBT2800QPI-TBT3800
Precision engineered high performance steel bodyYesYesYes
Bend Motion0° - 180° (repeatable)0° - 180° (repeatable)0° - 180° (repeatable)
Conveniently perform T-Bend Tests including T0, T1, T2, T3, T4, T5YesYesYes
Max sample thicknessSteel: 1 mm
Aluminum: 2 mm
Steel: 1 mm
Aluminum: 2 mm
Steel: 1 mm
Aluminum: 2 mm
Max sample width100 mm
Standard Width
110 mm
Custom Engineered
Custom engineered according to your test requirements
Engineered to test a wide range of coated samplesYesYesYes
User-friendly ApplicationYesYesYes
User-friendly Sample HandlingYesYesYes
Fast & efficient T-Bend TestYesYesYes
Ergonomic DesignYesYesYes
Reliable Performance & LongevityYesYesYes
Engineered in accordance with international test standards including ASTM D4145, ISO 17132

T-Bend Tester – Included items:

  • T-Bend Tester
  • Accessories
  • Quality Certificate
  • Carefully Calibrated
  • Calibration Certificate
  • User manual
  • Extended Warranty
  • Lifetime Support

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