Information
Main Features:
- Wide range of standard taps
- In-line Torque and measurement
- Fully Automatic Multiple Tests
- In-line Acoustic sensor to measure failures
The state-of-the art Rtec Instruments tapping torque test system allows the study of metalworking fluids, lubricants, taps, and coatings during, cutting, drilling, and forming process. Automatic XYZ stage allows the MFT-5000 to move automatically to several positions with ease.
Features
Rtec tapping torque test system used across many industries such as lubricant, coatings, and medical.
Torque Measurement
Patented in-line torque sensor with self alignment feature to allow to high resolution data during the test.
Several Inline Sensors
Besides measuring torque and down force, the tester also measures acoustic emission, temperature, and has an in-line camera.
Down force control
Real-time force control and monitoring during the test.
Easy to use
The setup is versatile and automated. Recipe based methods test across several locations. Automatic in-line cleaning to clean chips and debris between tests.
High Torque Motors
To study all processes across all materials, the tester comes with high torque servo motors.
Analysis
Materials and Test Setup
Setup
Different formulations were evaluated for forming and cutting aluminum and steel samples using Rtec Instruments Tapping Torque tribology instrument. M6 aluminum and steel taps were used to tap the threads in the samples at 600 RPM. Each test was repeated at least five times on the automated platform.
The samples were selected to study the effect of additives and their compositions in the formulations for different applications. The table summarizes the results from different sets of tests.
Sample 1- Low concentration of Additive A
Sample 2- High concentration of Additive A
Sample 3- High concentration of Additive B
| Sample | Process | Torque (Nm) | StDev (Nm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sample 1 | Steel Forming | 882.066 | 21.892 |
| Sample 2 | Steel Forming | 966.112 | 40.233 |
| Sample 3 | Steel Forming | 1497.496 | 95.797 |
| Sample 2 | Aluminum Cutting | 245.994 | 11.767 |
| Sample 3 | Aluminum Cutting | 270.133 | 2.677 |
Results
The Figure below shows the results of a typical tapping torque test. The acoustic signal and tapping depth are superimposed and shown.
Solution To
Due to its multiple configurations, the Tapping Torque Tester is used extensively across a wide range of industries:
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Lubricant, Additives
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Metal Working
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Taps, Drill
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Coating
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Dental, Bio Materials
The MFT-5000 Has More To Offer
Take a closer look at the Multi Function Tribometer.
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