Automatic Fabric Shrinkage Tester ULB-T18 - Reliable Quality from China Suppliers and Factory
Application
Accelerated washing apparatus for knitted and woven fabrics to assess shrinkage in accordance with international test methods. Also used for assessing fabric stability, color fastness, finish durability, spirality and pilling to washing.
Used for testing various cotton, wool, linen, silk, chemical fiber fabrics, clothing or other textiles.
Features
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MCU program controller, build-in ten sets of washing program that ISO required, and operator program capability.
2
No need to fix to ground with foot screw, operating stably.
3
Soft link between rotating cage and rack, low vibration and noise.
4
Variable frequency motor, switch smoothly between high speed and low speed, low temperature increment of motor.
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Blue fluorescence LCD display, test state dynamic icon shows, easier to catch the eye and operation convenience.
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Non-touch capacitance water level meter to measure water level accuracy and reliable.
Key Specification
| Model | ULB-T18 |
| Standards | GB/T8629, GB/T8630, ISO6330/5077, FZ/T70009, BS4923, EN25077/26330, JIS L1909, IWSTM31,ISO19954, SATRA TM158 |
| Washing model | front-loading, horizontal tumbling-box type |
| Diameter of tumbling-box | 520±1mm |
| Depth of tumbling-box | 315±1mm |
| Number of Lifter | 3 |
| Height of Lifter | 53±1mm |
| Rotating method |
Normal model: Clockwise Rotating: 12±0.1s, pause 3±0.1s Anticlockwise Rotating: 12±0.1s, pause 3±0.1s Soft model: Clockwise Rotating: 3±0.1s, pause 12±0.1s Anticlockwise Rotating: 3±0.1s, pause 12±0.1s |
| Rotation speed |
Washing: 52r/min Low Spin: (500±20)r/min High Spin: (800±20)r/min |
| Fill water time | < 2min (water in high level 13cm) |
| Drainage duration | < 1min (water in high level 13cm) |
| Heating power | 5.4±2%KW |
| Load weight | 5kg |
| Power supply | Ac 380V 50Hz 6500W |
| Instrument size | 990×980×1450mm(L×W×H) |
| Weight | 280kg |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: Which international testing standards does the ULB-T18 comply with?
The ULB-T18 model complies with a wide range of international standards including GB/T8629, GB/T8630, ISO6330/5077, FZ/T70009, BS4923, EN25077/26330, JIS L1909, IWSTM31, ISO19954, and SATRA TM158.
Q2: What is the load capacity of this accelerated washing apparatus?
The apparatus is designed to handle a nominal load weight of up to 5kg for textile testing.
Q3: Does the machine require special floor installation or anchoring?
No, there is no need to fix the machine to the ground with foot screws. It is engineered with a soft link between the rotating cage and rack, ensuring stable operation with minimal vibration and noise.
Q4: What types of fabrics can be tested with this equipment?
It is suitable for testing various cotton, wool, linen, silk, chemical fiber fabrics, finished clothing, and other textiles to assess shrinkage, stability, color fastness, spirality, and pilling.
Q5: What are the rotation speeds for the washing and spin cycles?
The washing speed is set at 52 r/min, while the low spin speed is 500±20 r/min and the high spin speed reaches 800±20 r/min.
Q6: How does the water level measurement system work?
The machine features a non-touch capacitance water level meter, which provides highly accurate and reliable water level measurements during the test cycles.



