Taber 5900 Reciprocating Abraser

Versatile reciprocating testing for abrasion, wear and surface damage

The Taber 5900 Reciprocating Abraser is a versatile material testing instrument designed to evaluate the relative resistance or susceptibility of surfaces to abrasion, wear, rubbing, scratching, marring, gouging and scraping. Its adjustable test parameters and wide selection of interchangeable attachments make it suitable for evaluating a broad range of flat materials, coatings and finished products.

Controlled reciprocating test movement

During testing, the specimen platform moves horizontally back and forth beneath a stationary test tool. The counterbalanced test arm helps ensure accurate load setup regardless of the attachment being used, while the adjustable-height gantry allows the instrument