MBTL DIGITAL ELECTRONIC LIGHT FASTNESS TESTER
| To determine the Color Fastness to light against MBTL Lamp of Fabric along with 4 nos. Specimen holder, 50 “C” type tubes and cooling arrangement along with the machine.
· Grey Scale for assessing change in colour from S.D.C. U.K. , · Blue standards 1 to 8 from S.D.C., U.K. are also in standard supply. |
Description
MBTL Digital Electronic Light Fastness Tester – GTX-LF9 Series
The MBTL Digital Electronic Light Fastness Tester – GTX-LF9 Series is designed to determine the Color Fastness to Light against MBTL Lamp of Fabric. The series is available in two models: GTX-LF9-A (MBTL Digital Electronic Light Fastness Tester) and GTX-LF9-B (Digital Electronic Light Fastness Tester – Rotating Type).
Both models use a 500W MBTL Fading Lamp and have a test chamber temperature range from Ambient to 50°C. Temperature control is provided by water circulation in Type ‘A’ rectangular cells, while humidity control is provided by inserting saturated solution in Type ‘A’ & ‘C’ cells.
The GTX-LF9 Series is supplied with specimen holders, 50 “C” Type Tubes, cooling arrangement, Grey Scale and Blue Standards 1–8 from S.D.C., U.K.
Available Models
- GTX-LF9-A – MBTL Digital Electronic Light Fastness Tester
- GTX-LF9-B – Digital Electronic Light Fastness Tester – Rotating Type
Features of MBTL Digital Electronic Light Fastness Tester
- Designed for Light Fastness Testing of Textiles.
- 500W MBTL Fading Lamp.
- Test chamber temperature from Ambient to 50°C.
- Temperature control by water circulation in Type ‘A’ Rectangular Cells.
- Humidity control by inserting saturated solution in Type ‘A’ & ‘C’ Cells.
- Type ‘A’ rectangular cells.
- Type ‘C’ cylindrical cells.
- Maximum space per type: 110 × 50 mm.
- Specimen thickness up to 15 mm.
- Specimen size 100 × 50 mm.
- Number of specimens: 10 Nos.
- Working life of lamp: 2000 Hours.
- Distilled water only required.
- Recommended ambient temperature: 20°–24°C.
- Available in standard and rotating type models.
Light Fastness Tester Series
Available Models:
GTX-LF9-A (MBTL Digital Electronic Light Fastness Tester) &
GTX-LF9-B (Digital Electronic Light Fastness Tester – Rotating Type)
| Specification | GTX-LF9-A | GTX-LF9-B |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Type | Standard Model | Rotating Type Model |
| Application | Light Fastness Testing of Textiles | Light Fastness Testing of Textiles |
| Light Source | 500W MBTL Fading Lamp | 500W MBTL Fading Lamp |
| Number of Specimen Holders | 3 Nos. | 3 Nos. |
| Test Chamber Temperature | Ambient to 50°C | Ambient to 50°C |
| Temperature Control | By Water Circulation in Type ‘A’ Rectangular Cells | By Water Circulation in Type ‘A’ Rectangular Cells |
| Humidity Control | By Inserting Saturated Solution in Type ‘A’ & ‘C’ Cells | By Inserting Saturated Solution in Type ‘A’ & ‘C’ Cells |
| Rectangular Cells | Type ‘A’ | Type ‘A’ |
| Cylindrical Cells | Type ‘C’ | Type ‘C’ |
| Maximum Space Per Type | 110 × 50 mm | 110 × 50 mm |
| Specimen Thickness | Up to 15 mm | Up to 15 mm |
| Specimen Size | 100 × 50 mm | 100 × 50 mm |
| Number of Specimens | 10 Nos. | 10 Nos. |
| Working Life of Lamp | 2000 Hours | 2000 Hours |
| Power Supply | 220 / 100 V AC, Single Phase, 50 / 60 Hz | 220 / 100 V AC, Single Phase, 50 / 60 Hz |
| Power Consumption | 1 KW | 1 KW |
| Water Requirement | Distilled Water Only | Distilled Water Only |
| Recommended Ambient Temperature | 20° – 24°C | 20° – 24°C |
| Related Standards | IS 2454-1985, ISO 105 BO2 | ISO 105 BO2, IS 2454-1985 |
| Standard Supply | 3 Specimen Holders, 50 “C” Type Tubes, Cooling Arrangement, Grey Scale, Blue Standards 1–8 | 4 Specimen Holders, 50 “C” Type Tubes, Cooling Arrangement, Grey Scale, Blue Standards 1–8 |
Light Source and Test Chamber
The GTX-LF9-A and GTX-LF9-B models are equipped with a 500W MBTL Fading Lamp. The test chamber temperature range is Ambient to 50°C.
Temperature control is provided by water circulation in Type ‘A’ Rectangular Cells. Humidity control is provided by inserting saturated solution in Type ‘A’ & ‘C’ Cells.
The maximum space per type is 110 × 50 mm, with a specimen thickness of up to 15 mm and specimen size of 100 × 50 mm.
Specimen Capacity
The specification provides 10 Nos. as the number of specimens. The machine specifications also include specimen holders, with 3 Nos. listed for both models under the Number of Specimen Holders.
The standard supply differs between the two models, with the GTX-LF9-A supplied with 3 Specimen Holders and the GTX-LF9-B supplied with 4 Specimen Holders.
The GTX-LF9 Series MBTL Digital Electronic Light Fastness Tester can be used with other Fabric Testing Equipment for textile testing applications. https://globetexindustries.com/product-category/fabric-testing-equipments/
Related Standards
The GTX-LF9 Series is related to the following standards as specified in the technical data:
- IS 2454-1985
- ISO 105 BO2
https://committee.iso.org/cms/live/live/en/sites/isoorg/home.html
https://standards.bis.gov.in/website
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is an MBTL Digital Electronic Light Fastness Tester used for?
The MBTL Digital Electronic Light Fastness Tester is used to determine the Color Fastness to Light against MBTL Lamp of Fabric.
2. What models are available in the GTX-LF9 Series?
The series includes GTX-LF9-A (MBTL Digital Electronic Light Fastness Tester) and GTX-LF9-B (Digital Electronic Light Fastness Tester – Rotating Type).
3. What light source is used in the GTX-LF9 Series?
Both models use a 500W MBTL Fading Lamp.
4. What is the temperature range of the test chamber?
The test chamber temperature range is Ambient to 50°C.
5. What type of cells are provided?
The machine has Type ‘A’ Rectangular Cells and Type ‘C’ Cylindrical Cells.
6. What is the specimen size?
The specified specimen size is 100 × 50 mm.
7. What is the maximum specimen thickness?
The specimen thickness is specified as up to 15 mm.
8. What is the working life of the lamp?
The working life of the 500W MBTL Fading Lamp is 2000 Hours.
9. What water is required for the machine?
The water requirement is Distilled Water Only.
10. Which standards are related to the GTX-LF9 Series?
The related standards are IS 2454-1985 and ISO 105 BO2.






