{"id":1355,"date":"2025-08-05T07:30:22","date_gmt":"2025-08-05T07:30:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.inkrubtest.com\/?p=1355"},"modified":"2025-08-05T07:30:22","modified_gmt":"2025-08-05T07:30:22","slug":"rubbing-fastness-machine","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.inkrubtest.com\/ru\/rubbing-fastness-machine\/","title":{"rendered":"\u041c\u0430\u0448\u0438\u043d\u0430 \u0434\u043b\u044f \u0442\u043e\u0447\u043d\u043e\u0433\u043e \u0438\u0441\u043f\u044b\u0442\u0430\u043d\u0438\u044f \u043d\u0430 \u0438\u0441\u0442\u0438\u0440\u0430\u0435\u043c\u043e\u0441\u0442\u044c \u043f\u0440\u0438 \u043a\u043e\u043d\u0442\u0440\u043e\u043b\u0435 \u043a\u0430\u0447\u0435\u0441\u0442\u0432\u0430 \u043c\u0430\u0442\u0435\u0440\u0438\u0430\u043b\u043e\u0432"},"content":{"rendered":"

Understanding the Role of Rubbing Fastness in Material Performance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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In modern packaging, printing, and labeling industries, the abrasion resistance<\/strong> of printed materials is a critical property that directly affects product quality<\/strong>, legibility<\/strong>, \u0438 brand appearance<\/strong>. As materials move through shipping, handling, and end-use environments, printed surfaces are often subject to rubbing, friction, and mechanical wear<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

This is where a rubbing fastness machine<\/strong> becomes essential. Designed to simulate real-world scuffing or rubbing, this instrument enables manufacturers and quality control teams to assess how well inks, coatings, and printed surfaces withstand mechanical wear over time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At Cell Instruments<\/strong>, we understand how vital it is for industries such as food packaging, pharmaceuticals, daily chemicals, and electronics<\/strong> to guarantee the appearance and readability of their printed materials. That\u2019s why we offer high-precision rubbing fastness testers that help professionals conduct reliable, standardized tests\u2014especially according to ASTM D 5264<\/strong>, the global benchmark for rub resistance testing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ASTM D 5264: Standard for Rub Resistance Testing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The industry-recognized ASTM D 5264<\/strong> standard defines the test method for evaluating the abrasion resistance<\/strong> of printed materials using a rubbing fastness machine, commonly referred to as a \u0421\u0430\u0437\u0435\u0440\u043b\u0435\u043d\u0434 \u0420\u0443\u0431-\u0422\u0435\u0441\u0442\u0435\u0440<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to ASTM D 5264:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • The printed specimen is mounted on a rubber pad.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • A receptor (unprinted or printed material) is attached to a weighted arm.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • The rubbing fastness machine applies a controlled back-and-forth motion<\/strong> (stroke).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • After a predetermined number of strokes, the test sample and receptor are evaluated<\/strong> for degradation or ink transfer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    This method is particularly useful in comparing different printing technologies<\/strong>, ink formulations<\/strong>, laminates<\/strong>, \u0438 substrates<\/strong> under uniform laboratory conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    How to Conduct a Rubbing Fastness Test<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Proper implementation of the ASTM D 5264 procedure ensures accurate and repeatable results<\/strong>. Here’s how to conduct the test using a rubbing fastness machine<\/strong> such as the Cell Instruments RT-01<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Step-by-Step Testing Procedure<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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    1. Prepare the Test Environment<\/strong>
      Maintain testing conditions at 23 \u00b1 1\u00b0C<\/strong> \u0438 50 \u00b1 2% RH<\/strong> as specified in ASTM D4332.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
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      Cut the specimen to 76 x 152 mm<\/strong> (3 x 6 in.), ensuring no creases or contaminants. Align the sample so that rubbing occurs across the machine direction<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    3. Mounting Components<\/strong>\n
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      • Place the sample face-up on the Sutherland base.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Mount the receptor (unprinted substrate or identical print) on the underside of the weight using pressure-sensitive tape or clamps.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Set Parameters<\/strong>\n
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        • Choose an appropriate weight: 0.91 kg (2 lb)<\/strong> or 1.82 kg (4 lb)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Set the number of strokes (usually 25, 50, or 100<\/strong>, depending on product requirements).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Run the Test<\/strong>
          Activate the rubbing fastness machine. It will automatically stop after completing the preset number of strokes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Evaluate Results<\/strong>
          Examine both the sample and the receptor:\n
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          • Check for ink degradation<\/strong>, loss of gloss<\/strong>, or substrate damage<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Evaluate ink transfer onto the receptor using visual grading or colorimetric analysis.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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