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- Page 1 Elcometer 1720 Abrasion Tester Abrasion and Washability Tester Operating Instructions...
- Page 2 The Elcometer 1720 Tester meets the Electromagnetic Compatibility and Machinery Directives. is a registered trademark of Elcometer Limited. Material Safety Data Sheets for the scrub media available as an accessory for the Elcometer 1720 are available to download via our website: Elcometer 1720 Scrub Media SC-1 and SC-2 http:/www.elcometer.com/images/MSDS/elcometer_1720_scrub_media.pdf...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Tools ..............13 6.1 For Elcometer 1720 Abrasion and Elcometer 1720 Abrasion &... -
Page 4: About Your Tester
Our products cover all aspects of coating inspection, from development through application to post application inspection. The Elcometer 1720 Tester, is a world-beating product. With the purchase of this product you now have access to the worldwide service and support network of Elcometer. For more information visit our website at www.elcometer.com... -
Page 5: What The Box Contains
“Tools” on page 13. 1.4 Packaging The Elcometer 1720 Tester is packed in a cardboard, wood and foam package. Please ensure that this packaging is disposed of in an environmentally sensitive manner. Consult your local Environmental Authority for further guidance. -
Page 6: Getting Started
The mains plug on your Elcometer 1720 may be fitted with a fuse. When replacing this fuse, ensure a fuse of the correct rating is used. -
Page 7: Access Panel
(Figure 2). To remove the panel, unscrew the thumbscrew at either side of the panel. Hexagonal Note: The pump and associated pipework is Wrench only fitted to the following Elcometer 1720 model: T-bar tool • Abrasion and Washability Tester Pump... -
Page 8: The Control Panel
3. Clears error messages 3. Selects menu items number of cycles Figure 4. Control panel Note: The above display shows 'Pump: OFF' and 'Mode: VAR' These features and their associated control button functions are not available on Elcometer 1720 Abrasion Tester models. -
Page 9: Configuring Your Tester
(Press , use the numeric keypad to enter the number of cycles and then press again) a. Mode parameter is not available on Elcometer 1720 Abrasion Tester models b. Pump parameter is not available on Elcometer 1720 Abrasion Tester models... -
Page 10: The Display
The contents of the display vary according to which mode has been selected (ISO or VAR) and whether the menus are displayed. Note: The ‘Pump’ and ‘Mode’ parameters are not available on Elcometer 1720 Abrasion Tester models. 4.1 Display - during operation... -
Page 11: Display - Error
4.2 Display - error Under certain conditions the following error message may be displayed: The two conditions when this error is likely to occur are: • When the tester is operating in VAR mode (variable speed), if a significant adjustment to the speed has been made in a short time period (by rotating the speed adjuster knob quickly). -
Page 12: Display - Menus
Max Speed = maximum speed of carriage (Abrasion and Washability = 65 Cycles/Min • Use the scroll up and scroll down buttons to navigate to the Elcometer contact details required Contact (UK, USA, Asia, Belgium, Canada, France and Germany). •... -
Page 13: Testing A Specimen
Figure 5. Carriage raised and holding frame clamp released 3. Connect liquid pumping and drainage Connector ‘a’ system (For wet testing on Elcometer 1720 Connector ‘b’ Abrasion and Washability Tester ) • Connect one end of liquid delivery pipe to... - Page 14 4. Purge air from liquid delivery pipes (For wet testing on Elcometer 1720 Abrasion and Washability Tester) Note: To facilitate adjustment of the flow control valves, purging the liquid delivery pipes should always be performed with the carriage stationary. •...
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Page 15: Tools
6 TOOLS 6.1 For Elcometer 1720 Abrasion and Elcometer 1720 Abrasion & Washability Testers Description Can be used with : Part Number Tool 1. Wild Boar Brush DIN 53378-2:83 KT001720P003 Wild Boar hair brush and stainless steel brush holder Total Weight : 250g (8.82oz) - Page 16 Description Can be used with : Part Number GME 60269 KT001720P075 Tool 9. Linear Abrader For testing the resistance to abrasion of automotive components, includes a felt disc of 10mm (0.4”) diameter and 10mm (0.4”) thick working under a mass of 400g (14.1oz) Total Weight : 400g (14.1oz) ECCA T11 KT001720P075-1...
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Page 17: Adjusting Stroke Length Of The Carriage
7 ADJUSTING STROKE LENGTH OF THE CARRIAGE On dispatch from the Elcometer factory your tester is set to the maximum stroke length (Abrasion Tester and Washability tester = 300 mm) To adjust the stroke length you will need the T-... -
Page 18: Special Tests
8 SPECIAL TESTS Your Elcometer 1720 Tester is a versatile machine which can be used for a wide variety of tests. This section describes the operation of the machine for two special applications. 8.1 Testing Resistance of Markings Tool 10 test the Resistance of Markings. Set up to tool as follows: 1. -
Page 19: Testing Fabrics Using The 'Crockmeter
The Crockmeter tool is now ready for use. 9 MAINTENANCE Clean and dry all tools after use. The Elcometer 1720 Tester is designed to give many years reliable service under normal operating and storage conditions. Every six months, or sooner when used intensively, carry out the following maintenance and... -
Page 20: Lubricate The Carriage Mechanism
9.1 Lubricate the carriage mechanism The carriage mechanism bearings should be lubricated with a lithium soap based grease Hole B such as Molykote BR2 Plus. Hole A To lubricate the carriage mechanism bearings you will need a grease gun (not supplied) to suit DIN 71412 grease nipples and the T-bar tool and the hexagonal wrench supplied with your tester (see “Access panel”... - Page 21 12. Refit rubber matting, sample tray and specimen holding frames. Holes C Figure 14. Grease the carriage mechanism through holes C...
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Page 22: Check The Pumping System
9.2 Check the pumping system (This section is not applicable to the Elcometer 1720 Abrasion Tester) • Check to ensure there is no leakage from the pump, pipework and fittings. • Check the operation of the flow control valves. Replacing the pump pipe 1. -
Page 23: Faults
The tester does not contain any internal user-serviceable components. In the unlikely event of a fault, the Elcometer 1720 should be returned to your local Elcometer supplier or directly to Elcometer. The warranty will be invalidated if the instrument has been opened. -
Page 24: Spare Parts And Accessories
11 SPARE PARTS AND ACCESSORIES The following replacement items and optional accessories are available from your local supplier or direct from Elcometer: Part Number Description KT001720P003 T1: Wild Boar Brush : DIN 53778 KT001720P004 Wild Boar Brush for Tool 1 KT001720P051 Abrasive G120 Sheet (4) for Tools 1 &... -
Page 25: Related Equipment
2-4 Station Upgrade Kit for Abrasion and Washability Tester 12 RELATED EQUIPMENT In addition to the Elcometer 1720 Tester, Elcometer produces a wide range of other equipment for determining the physical characteristics of surface coatings. Users of the Elcometer 1720 may also benefit from the following Elcometer products: •...