Friction coefficient measurement is possible 【MTM traction testing machine】
Automatically measures the traction (friction) coefficient in boundary lubrication, mixed lubrication, and elastohydrodynamic lubrication.
【Product Overview】 The MTM Traction Tester is a tabletop friction and wear testing machine of the ball-on-disk type provided by PCS Instruments in the UK, and it is adopted as a standard device in the lubricants and additives industry. By optimizing friction characteristics, it significantly enhances performance and helps reduce operational costs. 【Features】 It is capable of sliding test specimens of various materials and shapes within a slip rate range of ±10,000%. By using the optional 3D-SLIM, it is possible to observe the formation process of the tribofilms. 【Main Evaluation Contents】 Stribeck curve (friction coefficient × rolling speed) Traction curve (friction coefficient × slip rate) Tribofilm measurement *Optional
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【Specifications】 Load : 0 to 75N Speed : -4 to 4m/s Slip Rate : -10,000 to +10,000% Temperature : Room temperature to 150℃ 【Standard Test】 Measurement of traction coefficient 【Options】 Measurement of tribofilm on test specimen Measurement of electrical resistance at contact area Low load (soft contact) test Pin-on-disk test Reciprocating sliding test
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Optimization of friction and wear characteristics Adopted as the standard testing machine in the lubricating oil and additives industry Fuel efficiency evaluation of engine oil and development of automotive parts Development of new formulations for railway grease Wear reduction in artificial joints Reproduction of the mouthfeel of food and the texture of cosmetics
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We have received the 17th Iwaki Tribo Coating Network Award (Iwaki Prize)!
On February 21, 2025 (Friday), at the RIKEN Suzuaki Umetaro Memorial Hall, I received the "Iwaki Award for Business" from the Tribology Technology Research Association. This award recognizes individuals, corporations, and organizations that have made significant achievements in the field of tribo-coating, and it was established in 2008. I received the business award for the achievement titled "Support for Tribo-coating Research through the Promotion of Tribology Testing Machines Useful for DLC Films and Others."
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We will be exhibiting at "SURTECH 2025 Surface Technology Elements Exhibition" from January 29 (Wednesday) to January 31 (Friday), 2025.
Shima Trading Co., Ltd. will be exhibiting at the "SURTECH2025 Surface Technology Elements Exhibition" held at Tokyo Big Sight. We plan to showcase the actual PCS Instruments MTM-EC traction testing machine, PCS Instruments MPR-GI posters, and various testing machine videos. We sincerely look forward to your visit.
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■Introduction to Tribology Products and Our Laboratory■
We have many customers using our testing equipment in specialized fields. We have set up a showroom where customers can conduct demonstration visits and sample tests, and we are building a comprehensive aftercare system, including the provision of equipment and the training of service personnel.
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