How to Perform a Scuff Test on printed materials?

When it comes to ensuring the quality of printed materials, testing for scuffing is a crucial step in the process. Scuffing refers to the unwanted marks or abrasions that occur on the surface of printed items during handling, or transportation. To accurately test the materials for scuffing, printing product manufacturers can easily make use of the right quality lab testing instruments.

Why is it important to perform a scuff test on printed materials?

Get High-Quality Packaging By Testing With Scuff Resistance Tester

Features of Presto scuff resistance tester

• Motorized Weight arrangement on the plunger for noise-free working
• Highly accurate test results under uniform load and specified diameter.
• Uniform load by weights on test sample for evenness in testing
• Provision of a Set number of counts through a Digital Preset Counter
• Firm hold of test specimen by circular clips/clamps
• Motorized Geared system for scuff movement
• Digital Presettable counters up to 9999 counts
• Highly accurate and precise results under uniform load and rubbing clamp movement
• Accurate rpm of rotating discs using synchronous motor
• User-friendly electronic controls and ergonomically designed feature

Technical specifications of Presto scuff resistance tester

• Specimen Size:  48mm & 120mm
• Weight on Sample: 1psi + 1psi separate weights provided
• Controls: Digital Preset Cycle counters
• No. of Cycles: 0 – 9999.
• Counter 4- digit Digital Preset type
• Least Count of Counter: 1
• Rotational Speed 60 rpm
• Lower Motor capacity ¼ HP
• Display: Digital (LCD)
• Safety Lock: Yes (with upper clamp)
• Sample Preparation templates: 3
• Paint: Powder coated & Chrome finished
• Input Power: 220 Volts, 50Hz, single phase supply

How to conduct quality tests on printed labels?

• To operate this lab testing instrument efficiently, you need to prepare the sample first for the upper and lower clamps.
• You can easily place the sample on the upper and lower clamp once it gets prepared.
• After that, you can easily start the machine and click on Profile setting Optional end. Enter all required details and clamp the sample on the device. Pull down the lever so that both the Samples of the upper and lower clamp touch each other.
• Click the test menu & set the Blower, SET Count, and click on Auto Mode.
• SET the Counter and Click on the “START” Button. Once the test will be completed, then click on the “STOP” button.
• The PASS /FAIL Criteria window will open.
• Examine the Sample visually and Press PASS /FAIL Criteria accordingly.