White Papers - Physical Properties
Comprehensive Guide to Abrasion Resistance
Everyday wear and tear of coatings and paints needs to be evaluated. Learn how abrasion is used to determine this.
Learn more about:
- What is abrasion resistance
- What factors affect it
- How it is measured
Adhesion Measurement
For quality and the visual impression is the adhesion a basic requirement.
Learn more about:
- Function and meaning
- Different methods of testing
- Apply and understand given DIN and ASTM standards
Hardness / Flexibility Measurement
Hardness and flexibility are opposing functions that need to be optimized.
Learn more about:
- Hardness versus flexibility
- Pendulum hardness test to judge flexibility
- Typical applications for pendulum damping
Thickness Measurement
Controlling film thickness helps to save material costs and ensures that all properties of your application are maintained.
Learn more about:
- Definition of film thickness
- Measurement methods for determining wet and dry film thickness
- Which instrument is the best for your application?
Rheometry Guide
This paper explores the basics of rheology, measurement instruments, and the differences between relative and absolute measurement systems.
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- Fundamentals of Rheology: Understanding how materials flow
- Instruments used to evaluate fluid behavior
- Practical examples illustrating the differences between relative and absolute systems
Viscosity Measurement
A practical guide to viscosity measurement.
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- Viscosity test methods: Flow cups, rotational viscometer ...
- How to get accurate data with rotational viscometer
- Krebs Stormer / Cone & Plate Viscometer
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