Kawabata Evaluation System (KES-FB1-A Tensile and Shear Tester)

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Make :

KATO TECH CO. LTD, JAPAN

Model :

KES-FB1-A Tensile and Shear Tester

Specification :

Tensile deformation rate: 0.05 to 0.5 mm/sec (0.05 mm/sec intervals)
Shear deformation rate: Constant
Specimen size: 20 cm × 20 cm (standard)
Thickness: 2 mm (max.)

Working Principles :

The KES-FB1-A Tensile and Shear Tester analyzes hand movements-referred to as "tensile" and "shear"-performed by artisans and professionals when judging a fabric's texture. This device performs these movements mechanically, making it possible to obtain objective numerical data.

Applications :

Obtainable data includes tensile/shear rigidity, tensile energy, elongation rates, and recoverability for such targets as cloth, paper, non-woven fabric, and film.
Tensile and shear characteristic data is useful for determining stiffness and anti-drape stiffness. These properties often influence form stability and the tendency for wrinkles.