Information on the most widely used ASTM standards within the materials testing industry
Model: UT4153B. EN 14157, DIN 52108, EN 13892-3, EN 1338, EN 1342.
UT4153B Böhme Abrasion Testing Machine is mainly used to test the wear resistance or abrasion resistance of natural stone and other building decoration materials (such as artificial stone, microcrystalline glass, etc.). This machine is designed and manufactured according to the requirements of EN 14157:2004 'Natural Stone — Abrasion Test' Test Method B. The machine is meticulously designed, featuring stable rotational speed, precise loading, and aesthetically pleasing design.
Test Principle:
The test specimen is placed on the test track of the Böhme disc abrader on which standard abrasive is strewn, the disc being rotated and the specimens subjected to an abrasive load of (294 + 3) N for a given number of cycles. The abrasive wear is determined as the loss in specimen volume.
General Introduction
UT4153B Böhme Abrasion Testing Machine is mainly used to test the wear resistance or abrasion resistance of natural stone and other building decoration materials (such as artificial stone, microcrystalline glass, etc.). This machine is designed and manufactured according to the requirements of EN 14157:2004 'Natural Stone — Abrasion Test' Test Method B. The machine is meticulously designed, featuring stable rotational speed, precise loading, and aesthetically pleasing design.
Test Principle:
The test specimen is placed on the test track of the Böhme disc abrader on which standard abrasive is strewn, the disc being rotated and the specimens subjected to an abrasive load of (294 + 3) N for a given number of cycles. The abrasive wear is determined as the loss in specimen volume.
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| EN 14157 Böhme Abrasion test principle |
Böhme abrasion tester is a standardized testing device used to determine the wear resistance of materials, particularly suitable for flooring, tiles, and natural stone applications. It causes material loss through friction under controlled conditions, providing consistent and repeatable results. This method follows the international testing standard ISO 10545-6 (for ceramic tiles), ensuring uniformity and fairness in wear resistance testing across industries.
Main features
A Böhme abrasion tester is a device used to test the wear resistance of materials, mainly applied to surfaces of buildings, flooring, and natural stone. The equipment applies a standardized load to the sample while the sample rubs against a rotating abrasive disc, thereby measuring material loss to evaluate wear resistance.
Testing the durability of materials under high-flow conditions
Compliant with international standards, such as ISO 10545-6 for ceramic tiles
Meets the EN 14157 standard for natural stone
Features an automatic loading system and digital measurement functions
Provides computer-controlled test parameters.
ISO 10545-6 Ceramic tiles Part 6: Determination of resistance to deep abrasion for unglazed tiles;
EN 14157 Natural stone test methods. Determination of the abrasion resistance;
EN 13748-2 Terrazzo tiles-Part2:Terrazzo tiles for external use;
EN 13892-3 Methods of test for screed materials-Part 3:Determination of wear resistance-Böhme;
EN 1342 Setts of natural stone for external paving; Clause 4.5 Abrasion resistance;
EN 1340 Concrete kerb units-Requirements and test methods;
EN 1339 Concrete paving flags — Requirements and test methods; Clause 5.3.4 Abrasion resistance, Annex G.
EN 1338 Concrete paving blocks - Requirements and test methods; Clause 5.3.4 Abrasion resistance, Annex G.
DIN 52108 Wear testing of inorganic, nonmetallic materials using the Böhme abrasive wheel.
Main Technical Specification
| Grinding wheel diameter | Ø750mm |
| Grinding wheel speed | (30±1) r/min |
| Grinding wheel hardness | 190HB ~ 220HB |
| Sample center distance | 220mm |
| Load on the sample | 294N±3N |
| Preset range of revolutions | 0~9999 |
| Square sample size | (71±1.5)mm × (71±1.5)mm |
| Counter | LED intelligent counter |
| Power supply | 380V, 50HZ 3 phase. 550W |
| Weight | Frame: 150kg |
| Dimensions | Frame: 800X1070X800mm |
Standard
EN 14157 Natural stone test methods. Determination of the abrasion resistance
EN 14157 is a European standard specifying two test methods to measure the abrasion resistance of natural stones used for interior building flooring. It is the key reference for evaluating wear performance of stone floor materials in Europe.
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