Built by TQC Sheen, our specialist paint testing brand at Industrial Physics, the Scrub Abrasion and Washability Tester is designed for evaluating the scratch, wear, and color loss resistance of coatings exposed to wet or dry abrasion. This robust tester is ideal for simulating everyday wear, such as cleaning actions and surface friction, helping you determine if your paints, varnishes, or coatings are fit for purpose.

Designed for Pass/Fail or Progressive Testing

Whether you’re running pass/fail tests to a defined number of strokes or checking coating durability over time by measuring failure thresholds, this abrasion tester supports flexible and repeatable evaluations for product development and quality control teams.

Used for Internationally Recognized Test Methods

The TQC Sheen abrasion tester is engineered to comply with international standards, including: 

• ASTM D2486, D4213 – Scrub resistance and washability
• ISO 11998 – Wet-scrub resistance of coatings
• DIN 53778 – Resistance to scrubbing and cleaning
• And other industry-specific norms 

This makes it ideal for manufacturers and labs needing regulatory or certification-grade testing. 

Flexible, Modular Testing – Choose the Model That Matches Your Needs

We offer two models to suit your testing requirements and budget:
When you invest in an abrasion tester machine from Industrial Physics you get a choice of models. If you only need dry testing then our basic abrasion tester (Art. Nr. AB6010) does the job. Prefer to have both dry and wet testing options? Our pump-kitted standard model (Art. Nr. AB6000) gives you that extra capability.

Each base unit is flexible. This means that you can easily swap your testing tools and modify the abrasion tester to make a variety of inspections possible. This modular system helps you to vary your approach to match different testing standards, slashing laboratory costs.

What’s the difference between the AB6000 and AB6010 models? 

State-of-the-Art Scrub Abrasion and Washability Testing Technology 

At the heart of the system is a precision micro-step controlled electro motor, offering stable sinus waveform speed control for consistent results. Operation is simple, with a jog-dial activation switch, a multi-lingual interface, and the unique ‘Triple i’ illuminated button system, guiding you through setup and execution with ease.

Expand Capabilities with Related TQC Sheen Solutions

Across the Industrial Physics portfolio, we offer several abrasion testing solutions to support your quality control needs. The TQC Sheen Camera Tool is the perfect complement to our Scrub Abrasion and Washability Tester, helping you reduce resource use and maximize efficiency with advanced software and dual-camera technology! Check out the video here to see our TQC Sheen Camera Tool in action.

Why not take a look at our TQC Sheen Test Charts, a wide range of consistent test charts for testing physical properties of coating, lacquers and inks. Suitable for determining hiding power, opacity and spreading rate.

 Explore More Abrasion & Washability Testing Solutions

At Industrial Physics, we’ve perfected abrasion and washability testing—our TQC Sheen brand has been a leader in this field for years. Whether you need manual, automated, or advanced imaging tools, we offer reliable solutions to support your quality control processes. Discover more about our washability testing solutions in our product section.

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