Dynamic Coefficient of Friction Tester for Floor Tiles

Portable pendulum friction tester whose rubber slider sweeps a wetted tile surface to give a slip resistance value in BPN. Used by floor tile manufacturers, flooring contractors and quality laboratories for anti-skid classification.

Specification

A pendulum with a rubber slider sweeps across the wetted tile surface and the loss of swing gives a slip resistance value. Wet and dry readings help classify tiles for bathroom and outdoor floors.

Features

• Rubber slider with calibrated hardness
• Adjustable arm height for contact length
• Scale in BPN with pointer lock
• Levelling feet with spirit level
• Carrying case with accessories

Technical Specifications

Scale	0 to 150 BPN
Contact length	126 mm
Slider hardness	55 IRHD
Spring load	22.2 N
Height adjustment	Rack and pinion
Calibration	Self-check with test tile
Standards	ASTM E303, IS 15622 Annex, EN 13036-4
Power	Manual operation

Standard Accessories

• Slider rubber set
• Spirit level
• Test tile