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High Precision Hand Operated Twist Tester - Code 2530D
Suitable for both single and twisted yarns (S & Z).
Digital reading. Original model complete with optical tracer and warning light to signal the starting and stopping "zero".
Accuracy: +/1 rotation.
Highly sensitive "Elongation" indicator with built-in rapid clamp.
Clamp and handle rotation ratio 10 : 1.
Adjustable distance between clamps from 0 to 50 cm and from 0 to 20 inches.
 

Electric Twist Tester - Code 2530C
Adjustable speed of the rotating clamp by means of a special electronic variator.
Digital reading. Suitable for both single and twisted yarns (S & Z) up to 9999 torsions.
High sensitivity pretensioning device with built-in electric clamp for the seizing of yarn.
Complete with optical tracer and warning light to signal the starting and stopping "zero".
Adjustable distance between clamps from 0 to 50 cm and from 0 to 20 inches.
 

Electronic Semi-Automatic Twist Tester "TWISTRONIC" - Code 2530A
Suitable to determine twist of both single, twisted and Open End yarns.
The principle characteristics of this model are:
  • Automatic and pneumatic yarn clamping system once the correct pretensioning is reached.
  • Automatic start-up following clamping.
  • Complete with software and integrated printer which provide the analysis and printout of the following data: mean value, min. value, max. value, coefficient of variation %, range and standard variation.
  • Three preselection text methods: 1.) Traditional Method: untwisting, retwisting for single yarns. 2.) "Schutz" Method: untwisting, retwisting, and double counter-check. This test is used mainly on O.E. spun and worsted wool yarns. 3.) Direct Method: untwisting for plied yarns, threads and multi-filament yarns.
  • RS232C serial port.
 

Electronic Automatic Twist Tester "TWISTRONIC" - Code 2530B (+ Code 299A - optional)
An innovative model in the generation of Twist Testers.
This version enables at reasonable costs to perform automatically serial twist test measurements on single packages without operator attendance.
Main technical features:
  • Automatic yarn clamping system
  • Automatic twist testing of single yarns following the untwisting and retwisting method.
  • Automatic twist testing of Open End yarns following the Schutz method.
  • Semi-automatic testing following the direct method of untwisting for both plied and multi-filament yarns.
  • Automatic single package twist testing from 1 to 999 tests.
  • Twist testing either every X meters of yarn, to be selected, or at random distance, on choice.
  • Complete with software and integrated printer which provide the analysis and printout of the following data: twist mean value, min. value, max. value, C.V.%, Range, standard deviation and alfa coefficient.
  • Serial port RS232C to connect the unit to a P.C. for Data Bank.
  • Three preselection test methods: 1.) Traditional Method: untwisting, retwisting for single yarns. 2.) "Schutz" Method: untwisting, retwisting, and double counter-check. This test is used mainly on O.E. spun and worsted wool yarns. 3.) Direct Method: untwisting for plied yarns, threads and multi-filament yarns.

Optional: Auto Cop Changer Code 299A

The modularity of this new generation of MESDAN-LAB Electronic Twist Testers achieves its maximum expression in the connection of the "Auto Cop Changer" (A.C.C.) with 24 positions (Code 299A) to the Automatic Electronic Twist Tester. The combination of these technologies enables up to 999 tests on each of 24 different packages (cops) to be obtained without further operator attendance after the initial presetting.
Additional features of this model are:
  • Package change automation at the preselected number of tests.
  • Possibility to control different batches previously programmed keeping the results distinct.
  • Simplicity of operation coupled with maximum versatility.
 

ATTRIFIL II - Code 233B
New computerized and automatic version of the well-known ATTRIFIL. Electronic instrument for measuring the friction coefficient in a wide variety of yarns and threads. The friction is measured in a continuously recorded process by two highly sensitive measuring heads. The precise measurement of the coefficient of friction is of vital importance in downstream processes such as knitting, weaving or sewing.
Main technical features of ATTRIFIL II are:
  • Automatic testing from a single package/bobbin up to 999 tests without operator attendance.
  • Pre-selection of the yarn length to be measured.
  • Pre-selection of the yarn length between two consecutive measurements or random testing.
  • Operating software for IBM or other compatible P.C. (P.C. and printer supplied on request only).
  • Integrated Data Bank storage.
  • Electronic input (T2) and output (T1) tensiometers.
  • Adjustable yarn speed from 0 to 300 m/min.
  • Automatic low decibel sucking device.
  • Slow start-up speed of rollers.
  • Reduced dimensions,
  • Complying with EC safety regulations.
  • Coefficient of friction indicated for both each single bobbin and a group of tests.
  • Power supply: 220 V - 50 Hz / 110 V - 60 Hz single phase.
  • Compressed air 6 Bar.

Optional:

On request ATTRIFIL II code 233B can be interfaced with the Auto Cop Changer code 299A to automatically perform tests on 24 different bobbins at a time.

 

Tenso-Lab 10 - Code 2512C/D 
Electronic strength tester for yarns.
Semi-automatic version.
C.R.E. (Constant Rate Elongation) tensile strength measuring system.
Fitted with loading cell from 0 to 10 Kg (daN) - accuracy 1 g (cN).
Strain load reading shown on a special display expressed in g and cN.
Elongation reading shown on a special display expressed in absolute mm and in %. Complete with special clamps for yarns. Adjustable distance between clamps ranging from 50 to 500 mm. Adjustable continuous tensile speed from 20 to 500 mm/1'.
Optional:
 
On request, the Tenso-Lab 10 can be supplied complete with a Personal Computer to process statistical data as mean value, C.V.%, RKM, minimum value, maximum value, module, etc. (code 271A).
 

"Scirocco" Automatic Conditioning Cabinet - Code 172B
For quick drying (about 10 minutes) complete with printer and electronic balance.
Sample drying is achieved through a suction process.
Complete with electronic balance up to 2.100 g, accuracy 0,01 g.
Adjustable temperature ranging from 0 degrees to 200 degrees C.
The cabinet is computer controlled, complete with a printer which highlights test parameters and final results, such as:
  • Sample code
  • Basket code
  • Date of basket gauging
  • Weight of wet sample
  • Weight of dry sample
  • Dry percentage
 

Microcolor 2000 - Code 250B
High performance computerized system conceived for the professional analysis of fibers, yarns, fabrics, knits, non-wovens, spinnerets, etc.
Magnification range from 10X to 2000X.
Accuracy of measurement: 0.01 micron.
 

Electric Wrap Reel - Code 161M/Y
Available in 1 yard or 1 meter circumference. Automatic stop at the measurement set up by the electronic preselector.  

Automatic Wrap Reel - Code 161C
Particularly suitable for weaving mills and dyehouses where the automatic preperation of a number of skeins from a single yarn.

Hand-Driven Wrap Reel - Code 160M/Y
Available in 1 yard and 1 meter circumference. Turns reading on suitable and accurate digital indicator.

Count Analyzer - Code 165Z, 165T, and 165V
To determine the slivers, rovings, yarn counts and cloths weight per sq. m.  

"Romana" Scale Yarn Balance - Code 162C, 163B and 1663A   
Suitable for the yarn control in both cotton (Ne) and metric systems (Nm, Decitex or Denier).   
Count Lab   
Electronic count analyzer to determine the slivers, rovings, yarn counts and cloth weights per sq. cm.   

Dust Meter - Code 316A   
An instrument for the determination of yarns dustiness percentage.  

Single Yarn Sample Winder - Code 171C   
An instrument to wind single sample cards.   

Colored Yarn Sample Winder - Code 171A   
Suitable for any type of card (max length 320mm, width 95mm) and yarn count. Up to 12 different yarn colors can be wound simultaneously. Equipped with adjustable yarn pre-tensioner.   

Colored Yarn Sample Winder (Super Version) - Code 171B
Special high accuracy model with micrometric winding feed. Particularly suitable for high production of colored sample cards, especially medium-fine yarns such as sewing threads. Automatic forward and reverse winding movement. Up to 12 different colors can be wound simultaneously.   

Hand-Driven Strength Tester For Yarns - Code194B   
Hand-driven instrument for the control of yarn elongation and resistance.   

Conditioning Cabinet - Code 245B   
Semi-automatic, equipped with electronic balance.   

Humy Tester - Code 185A 
Electronic portable instrument for the instantaneous measurement of the humidity percentage contained in textiles. Reading on display with 4 reading scales for cotton, wool, viscose and blends.   

Auto Cop Changer - Code 299A
Instrument for the automatic change of yarns up to 24 positions. The Auto Cop Changer can be connected for the automatic feeding to any instrument such as the Evenness Tester, Twist Tester, Knitting Machine and ATTRIFIL II, etc.   

(KCM) Knitting Control Machine - Code 294E   
High precision test knitting machine to check yarn evenness in the stitches of tubular knitted fabrics. Equipped with an electronic metering system to predetermine the desired length of knitted fabric.   

Mobile vertical creel - Code 3102   
Suitable for feeding different instruments such as wrap reel, automatic strength tester, automatic twist tester, Attrifil, evenness tester etc., where it is necessary to use up to 24 bobbins.
Net weight: Kg. 10 Dimensions: (L)600x(W)600x(H)2.000 mm.
 

PLANOFIL - Code 2520 
Electrical device to examine yarn regularity, hairiness, thin and thick places and other imperfections. Electronic speed adjustment. Equipped with 2 black anodised aluminium trapeziform tables (dimensions 255x600x155 mm). For very coarse and bulky yarns, a particular model is available, PLANOFIL PLUS, equipped with a set of special pulleys for a wider separation of coils. For regular cotton yarns, the pulley is built in accordance with ASTM D2255 standards. White table available as optional (code 2520.590)
Power supply: singlephase, 220 V, 50Hz Net weight: Kg 24 Dimensions: (L)900x(W)310x(H)260 mm.  
 

Splice Scanner 11 - Code 2552 
Portable electronic strength tester, conceived for strength and elongation tests on yarns and splices, in laboratory or in the production area near the machines (winding, spinning frames, etc.). Electrically powered, can also be operated with rechargeable batteries. Clamp distance 250 mm, strength capacity 0 60 N (6 Kg), elongation 0.5%-45%. Traction speed and pretension setting provided. Equipped with printer providing data printout of single values (elongation and strength) and statistics: average, C.V.%, minimum and maximum value. Optional:

  • Battery kit with built-in feeder Cod. 2550.144 (110 V) - Cod. 2550.140 (220 V)
  • Manual clamps for slippery yarns Cod. 2550.120
  • Trolley Cod. 2550.150
Built in accordance with: ASTM E4, DIN 51221/2, BS EN 10002/2, 1SO 2062 Power supply: single-phase, 220 V, 50 Hz Net weight: Kg 15 Dimensions: (L)500x(W)375x(H)150 mm.
 

Hand operated strength tester for yarns mod. 30 - Code 194B   
Hand operated device for checking yarn elongation and strength. Strength values are readable in the following scales:
  • 0-500 g
  • 0-3000 g
  • 0-6000 g Elongation is readable in both millimetre and percentage values (compared to the fixed length of 50 cm). Continuous and adjustable downward movement of the drawing clamp.
Built in accordance with: ASTM D2256, iSO 2062 Net weight: Kg 39 Dimensions: (L)700x(W)300x(H)1350 mm.
 

Spinntester - Code 3108   
Small spinning machine with 6 spindles, suitable for spinning tests on cotton, wool, artificial and synthetic fibres, blends.
This device enables checking in the laboratory of the following desirable features:
  • The determination of best spinning conditions: preliminary and total drawing, twist, roll setting
  • The reproduction of all spinning conditions in order to assess given materials.
  • The choice of most suitable types of spinning cots, lower and upper belts.
  • The study of the relation between ring and traveller, in order to find the most suitable type for the maximum efficiency
Power supply: single-phase, 220 V, 50 Hz
Net weight: Kg 335
Dimensions: (L)1000x(W)700x(H)2100 mm.
 

Dye-Scanner - Code 2940A/Code 2940B 
Laboratory knitting machine for the automatic production of tubular knitted fabric for checking dyeing uniformity and dye affinity, assessment between different yarn bobbins. Suitable for synthetic and natural yarns in a range from Dtex 10 to Dtex 3.000. Used for checking yarn eveness as well.
The machine is supplied complete with:
  • Lab-Knitter (code 294E) equipped with electronic control pad
  • Automatic Cop Changer for automatic feeding, up to 36 packages for code 2940A
  • Automatic cop changer, for automatic feeding, up to 24 packages for code 2940B
  • Electronic yarn magazine type "Quartz-HT".
  • Electronic pneumatic device to separate yarn bobbins in the knitted fabric.
  • Electronic metering system for predetermining the desired length of fabric to produce.
As optional, a vertical bobbin creel is available 24 positions (code 3102). Power supply: three-phase, 380 V, 50 Hz. Compressed air supply: 6 Bar Net weight: Kg 300 Dimensions: (L)540x(W)2.000x(H)1.400 mm.
 

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