High Vacuum Tribometer (down to 10-7 mbar)

The High Vacuum Tribometer has been designed to provide controlled vacuum conditions (e.g. space) or gaseous environments. The highly efficient vacuum control system allows the user to reach the desired atmospheric condition very fast but in a controlled way.

CSM Instruments Tribometers have proven their reliability worldwide in over 100 laboratories, for studying:

High vacuum environments down to 10 -7 mbar (ceramics, metals, polymers)
New materials (ceramics, metals, polymers)
Simulations in cryogenic conditions
Self-lubricating systems
Quality assurance.

Features

• Precisely calibrated friction and wear measurements
• Stable contact point and no parasitic friction
• Variable sample sizes and shapes
• Automatic shut-off (max. track length / max. friction coefficient)
• Testing in liquids and controlled humidity
• Testing compatible with DIN 50324, ASTM G99 and ASTM G133
• Powerful software package for PC

Options

• High temperature model (1000°C max temperature)
• Range of ball/pin holders available
• Contact depth measurement
• High speed motor (1500 rpm)
• Electrical contact resistance