SRV Tester FFT-1

Next generation SRV Testing Machine designed to test lubricant, grease, additives, and materials in high frequency linear oscillation motion. Generate data compliant to several ASTM, DIN, and ISO standards. Test collected samples from field or for research purpose. The SRV tester comes fully automated and computer controlled. The setup is easy to calibrate and comes with standard oil and samples. It not only runs several standard test methods, but also creates new custom methods for future petroleum product standards.

Manufacturer

Rtec Instruments

Rtec Instruments develops and manufactures advanced mechanical and surface testing and measurement solutions for research and industrial applications. They specialise in combining techniques that provide a unique perspective in material testing. Their testers include tribometer, profilometer, scratch tester, high-temperature indenter, and corrosion testers. Furthermore, their testers provide the most robust and versatile platform in the market for testing friction, wear, adhesion, hardness, roughness, and film thickness from nano to macro-scale.

Key Features

  • 10 µm – 2.8 mm stroke / 0.1 mm to 5 mm stroke
  • Up to 300/500 Hz oscillating frequency
  • High Resolution Piezo Sensors
  • Electromagnetic Coils
  • Room to 350°C (optional -40°C, 800°C) temperature
  • 3000 N Down Force

SRV Test Machines Like No Other

The test method covers studying tribology between two contacting surfaces subjected to high frequency linear oscillation.

  • A: Down Force Control - Real time down force control.
  • B: Voice Coil - Electromagnetic actuator to impart linear reciprocating motion. Dependent on the test optional additional coils are available to double the friction force range
  • C: High Accuracy Position Control - The most accurate and precise displacement control in the market. Up to 1nm resolution and micron level of accuracy
  • D: Environmental Chambers - The wide temperature range standard room to 180°C (from -40 to 400/800 °C available). Close loop temperature control
  • E: Flexure Design - Unmatched Waveform Control - Magnetic flexure design prevents friction of rolling or bearing. The coil controls the stroke by monitoring smallest of increments of waveform change
  • F: Piezo Friction Measurement - The tester comes with piezo sensors to measure real-time friction at high frequency. Ultra low noise amplifiers allows detection of minute changes in friction
  • G: Additional In-line Sensors - Acoustic emission to detect onset of cracks. ECR measures surface resistance changes to gain more insight on the film thickness
  • H: Liquid Containers Sample Holder - Customisable liquid and sample holders for standard and non-standard tests

Data and Analysis

Custom and ASTM Standard Tests Available

Ball Wear Mark and Volume Wear
3D wear mark of ball surface after the test.

Real Time Friction and Downforce
Real-time friction and down force data.

Real Time Stroke Control
Real-time down force and stroke control.

COF values and Wear Scar Diameter

Table 1: COF values at different time intervals

Table 2: Wear Scar Diameter (mm)

Features

Next Generation
With stroke control from 10 µm the Rtec Instruments SRV tester simulates many test conditions that are not possible using any other commercially available tester.

Traceable Friction Force
Calibrated friction force sensors to NIST traceable standards. This ensures correct absolute friction values.

Platform Rigidity
Vibration dampening frame symmetrical design and rigid samples holders yield a high system stiffness. This high rigidity facilitates the high repeatability of data and wear marks with ease.

Reliability On Long Runs
The unique flexure suspension guides the magnet assembly without contact or lubrication. The design eliminates performance degradation over time. It delivers near maintenance free operation for a long time.

Stroke control
Ultra precise stroke control allows simulation of many applications. Including studying oil starvation areas and fretting

Several Applicable Standards

ASTM D5706 Standard Test Method for determining extreme pressure properties of lubricating greases using a high-frequency, linear-oscillation test machine
ASTM D5707 Standard Test Method for measuring friction and wear properties of lubricating grease using a high-frequency, linear-oscillation test machine
ASTM D6425 Equivalent to DIN 51834 part 2, Standard test method for measuring the friction and wear properties of EP lubricating oils using the SRV test machine
ASTM D7217 Standard Test Method for Determining Extreme Pressure Properties of Solid Bonded Films Using a High Frequency Linear Oscillation SRV Test Machine
ASTM D7420 Standard Test Method for Determining Tribomechanical Properties of Grease Lubricated Plastic Socket Suspension Joints Using a High-Frequency, Linear-Oscillation Test Machine
ASTM D7594 Standard Test Method for Determining Fretting Wear Resistance of Lubricating Greases Under High Hertzian Contact Pressures Using a High-Frequency, Linear-Oscillation Test Machine
DIN 51834-1 Tribological test in the translator oscillation apparatus Part 1: General working principles
DIN 51834-2 Tribological test in the translator oscillation apparatus Part 2: Standard test method for measuring the friction and wear properties of EP lubricating oils
DIN 51834-3 Tribological test in the translator oscillation apparatus Determination of tribological behaviour of materials in co-operation with lubricants
DIN 51834-4 Tribological test in the translator oscillation apparatus Testing the tribological performance of gear and hydraulic fluids
DIN 62136-1 Textile machinery and accessories – Needle and sinker lubricating oils for weft knitting machines
ASTM D7421 Standard Test Method for Determining Extreme Pressure Properties of Lubricating Oils Using High-Frequency, Linear-Oscillation Test Machine
DIN 51834-5 Standardization project in the automotive sector
DIN 51834-6 Standard Test Method for Measuring Friction and Wear Properties of Lubricating Grease Using a High-Frequency, Linear-Oscillation Test Machine
DIN 51834-7 Standard Test Method for Determining Extreme Pressure Properties of Lubricating Greases Using a High-Frequency, Linear-Oscillation Test Machine
DIN 51834-8 Tribological test in translator oscillation apparatus of bonded solid films DIN 51834-9 Evaluation of plastic greases with plastic specimens

Industries

  • Automotive 
  • Aerospace 
  • Power Plants 
  • Medical 

Applications

Automotive

Lubricant

Aerospace

Electronics

Power Plants

Coatings

Composite

Polymers

Metals

Components

Biomaterials

Medical

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Application Notes

High Frequency Reciprocating Test to Analyse Fuel Lubricity

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Service Support

Comprehensive repairs and servicing

Annual Support Programs

Your metrology instrumentation is a major investment that is critical to your business operation and success. In today’s competitive climate, it is more important than ever to extend the functionality and peak performance of your metrology equipment years beyond the expiration of your factory warranty. CN Tech’s Support Programs will help ensure that your investment is protected, and that you and your instrument’s are always operating at peak performance.

With over 20 years’ experience servicing and repairing you can be assured that your system is in safe hands. The independent services we offer include system relocation, maintenance visits, parts and consumables, and break down interventions.

CN Tech’s Support Programs are an economical way to guarantee optimal working condition:

  • Annual Preventive Maintenance
  • Priority Technical Assistance
  • Preferred Parts Availability
  • On-Site User Training
  • Remote Diagnostics
  • No surprise repair expense and much more!

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CN Tech's Support Programs will help ensure that your investment is protected, and that you and your instrument’s are always operating at peak performance.

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