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Taber 5770 Linear Abraser

The Taber 5770 Linear Abraser is a versatile, precision instrument designed to test abrasion, wear, and surface damage on both flat and contoured materials.

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Description

Engineered for quality and reliability, the Taber 5770 Linear Abraser provides an advanced solution for evaluating surface durability. It uses a precision spline shaft with a free-floating test system that follows the contours of your specimen. With adjustable stroke length, speed, and load, the Linear Abraser allows you to replicate real-world wear conditions on a variety of materials. A large selection of test attachments and standardized abrasives makes it ideal for testing abrasion, scratch, mar, gouge, rub, and other surface damage, in both wet and dry conditions.

Features & Benefits

Key Features

  • LCD Touchscreen Interface – Simple setup with selectable display options.

  • Adjustable Stroke Length – Eleven standard stroke lengths from 0.2 to 4 inches.

  • Variable Test Speed – 2 to 75 cycles per minute for flexible test conditions.

  • Wide Load Range – 350 to 2,400 grams with optional auxiliary weights.

  • Laser Alignment Guide – Accurate specimen positioning every time.

  • Safety Interlock – Stops test automatically when lid is raised.

  • Configurable Attachments – Perform abrasion, scratch, mar, rub, gouge, and more.

  • Wet or Dry Testing – Supports a wide range of test conditions.

  • Durable Construction – Designed for long-term, repeatable testing in lab or production environments.

Benefits

  • Test Versatility – One instrument for multiple surface durability tests.

  • Replicate Real-World Conditions – Adjustable stroke, speed, and load for realistic testing scenarios.

  • High Accuracy & Consistency – Laser alignment and precision mechanics ensure repeatable results.

  • Compliance with Standards – Use with Taber standardized abrasives for recognized testing protocols.

  • Easy Operation – LCD touchscreen, home feature, and quick-change attachments streamline testing.

Technical Specifications

SpecificationDetails
Stroke Lengths11 standard lengths from 0.2 to 4.0 inches
Stroke SpeedAdjustable 2 to 75 cycles per minute
Load Range350 g to 2,400 g with auxiliary weights
Test SurfaceFlat or contoured specimens
Laser Alignment GuideFor precise sample positioning
Testing ModesWear, abrasion, scratch, mar, rub, gouge, and more (wet or dry)
Dimensions (approx.)13.6 in x 17.8 in x 20 in (345 mm x 453 mm x 508 mm)
Standard AccessoriesWearaser Collet Kit, Stainless Steel; 250g Weight Discs (x3); CS-10 & H-18 Wearasers; Wearaser Depth Gauge/Sharpener; Refacing Strips; Hand Brush

Accessories

Optional Accessories

  • Wide selection of standardized Taber abrasives

  • Accessory weight discs

  • Specimen mounting options

  • Wear & abrasion test attachments

  • Scratch & mar test attachments

  • Wire / cable scrape abrasion kit

  • Flexible film abrasion kit

  • Optional T-Slot Specimen Table (for securing most test specimens)

Resources

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UK Head Office

RDM Test Equipment Ltd
39 Golds Nurseries Business Park,
Jenkins Drive, Elsenham,
Hertfordshire,
CM22 6JX
United Kingdom

T: +44 (0)1279 817171
F: +44 (0)1279 815743
E: sales@rdmtest.com

USA Head Office

RDM Test Equipment LLC.
441 Old Hwy 8 NW Suite 203
New Brighton
Minneapolis
MN55112
USA

T: +1 651 766 2565
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