Built by TQC Sheen, our specialist paint testing brand at Industrial Physics, the Scrub Abrasion and Washability Tester is designed for evaluating the scratch, wear, and color loss resistance of coatings exposed to wet or dry abrasion. This robust tester is ideal for simulating everyday wear, such as cleaning actions and surface friction, helping you determine if your paints, varnishes, or coatings are fit for purpose.
Whether you’re running pass/fail tests to a defined number of strokes or checking coating durability over time by measuring failure thresholds, this abrasion tester supports flexible and repeatable evaluations for product development and quality control teams.
The TQC Sheen abrasion tester is engineered to comply with international standards, including:
This makes it ideal for manufacturers and labs needing regulatory or certification-grade testing.
We offer two models to suit your testing requirements and budget:
When you invest in an abrasion tester machine from Industrial Physics you get a choice of models. If you only need dry testing then our basic abrasion tester (Art. Nr. AB6010) does the job. Prefer to have both dry and wet testing options? Our pump-kitted standard model (Art. Nr. AB6000) gives you that extra capability.
Each base unit is flexible. This means that you can easily swap your testing tools and modify the abrasion tester to make a variety of inspections possible. This modular system helps you to vary your approach to match different testing standards, slashing laboratory costs.
| Scrub & Washability Tester Models | ||
| Model | Standard (AB6000) | Basic (AB6010) |
| Testing Type | Wet & dry testing | Dry testing only |
| Pump Kit | Included | Not included |
| Configurations | Modular system allows easy tool swaps | |
| Motor Type | Micro-step controlled electro motor | |
| Speed Control | Precise & steady sinus waveform control | |
| User Interface | Multi-lingual menu with illuminated display | |
| Operating System | ‘Triple i’ intuitive interface with illuminated buttons | |
| Standards Compliance | ASTM, ISO, and DIN | |
At the heart of the system is a precision micro-step controlled electro motor, offering stable sinus waveform speed control for consistent results. Operation is simple, with a jog-dial activation switch, a multi-lingual interface, and the unique ‘Triple i’ illuminated button system, guiding you through setup and execution with ease.
Across the Industrial Physics portfolio, we offer several abrasion testing solutions to support your quality control needs. The TQC Sheen Camera Tool is the perfect complement to our Scrub Abrasion and Washability Tester, helping you reduce resource use and maximize efficiency with advanced software and dual-camera technology! Check out the video here to see our TQC Sheen Camera Tool in action.
Why not take a look at our TQC Sheen Test Charts, a wide range of consistent test charts for testing physical properties of coating, lacquers and inks. Suitable for determining hiding power, opacity and spreading rate.
At Industrial Physics, we’ve perfected abrasion and washability testing—our TQC Sheen brand has been a leader in this field for years. Whether you need manual, automated, or advanced imaging tools, we offer reliable solutions to support your quality control processes. Discover more about our washability testing solutions in our product section.
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Features & Benefits
Applications: Abrasion Testing, Washability Testing
Materials: Aluminum, Glass, Metal, Paper, Steel, Textile
Dimensions: 490x640x235 mm / 19.3×25.2×9.24 in
Controls: 5-key Navigation Switch, Mouse and Keyboard Optional
Display: 480 x 272 pixel TFT panel
Energy consumption: Max. 50 Watt
Height with Pumps: 530 mm / 20.87 in
Mass: 33 kg
Max. panel width: 70 mm / 2.76 in
Max. panel thickness: 35 mm / 1.38 in
Max. panel length: 350 mm / 13.78 in
Pump Flow Rate: 0.0 – 3.0 ml per minute / 0.0 – 0.79 GPH
Stroke length: 20 – 300 mm / 0.39 – 11.81 in
Stroke length accuracy: +/- 0.01 mm
Traverse Speed Accuracy: +/- 1% of set speed
Traverse speed: 1 – 60 cycles per minute
Power supply: 100 – 240VAC / 50 – 60Hz
Depth: 490mm . 19.3in
Depth with pumps: 530mm / 20.87in
Width: 640mm / 25.2in
Height: 235mm / 9.24in
Mass: 30-35kg / 66.14 – 77.16 lbs
Power supply: 24 VOC / 100-240 V / 50-60 Hz
Power consumption: max. 90 Watt
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