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The PSI Flexometer is built on a rigid
metallic base plate. Test specimens are held between a pair of stationary and
oscillating grips. The grips are specially designed to enable quick fixing and
removal of test specimens and are shaped to meet the specification of the
test.
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Motion to the oscillating grips is given through
a link mechanism, which oscillates the shaft on which the grips are mounted.
All the pivot points of the mechanism have ball bearings to ensure smooth
operation and a long working life.
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The link mechanism is give motion from an
electric motor and two sets of V-pulleys. A six-digit electronic counter with
key-reset and backup memory is provided to record the total number of flexing
cycles undergone by the test specimens.
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The apparatus is finished in bright chrome / zinc
plating and grey hammertone stoving painting to give it a corrosion resistant
finish.
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The standard model of flexometer can test
upto six specimens at one time. Special models capable of testing either
twelve or twenty-four test specimens at one time can also be offered against
specific requirements.
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Specimen cutting die and cutting press are also
available as optional accessories.
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TECHNICAL DATA
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Angle of oscillation of grips 22.5° ± 0.5°
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Flexing frequency 100 ± 5 cycles/minute
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Dimensions of test specimens 70 x 45 mm
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Maximum number of test specimen that can be
tested at one time Six, twelve, or twenty-four
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Motor ¼ HP single-phase 230 volts AC
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RELEVANT SPECIFICATIONS
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IS 5914 - 1970 Methods of Physical Testing of
Leather
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LP 19 : Flexing Endurance
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BS 3144 - 1968 Methods of Sampling and Physical
Testing of Leather
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Clause 13 : Measurement of the Flexing Endurance
of Light Leather and
their Surface Finishes
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IUP / 20 - 1963 Official Methods of International
Union of Leather
Chemists' Societies