DIGITAL AIR PERMEABILITY TESTER

To evaluate the Air Permeability of nylon Parachute/supply dropping Fabric. The air permeability of a fabric is a measure of how well it allows the passage of air through it, as per the technical data given below.

Description

Digital Air Permeability Tester

The Digital Air Permeability Tester is designed to evaluate the air permeability of fabrics by measuring the passage of air through a test specimen. Air permeability testing is used to determine how easily air passes through textile and other porous materials under specified test conditions.

Globe Tex Industries offers the Air Permeability Tester Series in different configurations for general fabric, filter and non-woven fabric, and high GSM fabric testing. The available models include GTX-AP4, GTX-DA1 and GTX-AP4 (High GSM Fabric Model).

The equipment can be selected according to the fabric type, test area, air-flow range, pressure range and testing application.

Available Models

  • GTX-AP4 – Air Permeability Tester for general fabric testing
  • GTX-DA1 – Digital Air Permeability Tester for filter fabric and non-woven fabric
  • GTX-AP4 (High GSM) – Air Permeability Tester for high GSM fabrics

Applications of Digital Air Permeability Tester

The different models are designed for specific fabric testing applications:

  • General fabric air permeability testing
  • Filter fabric testing
  • Non-woven fabric testing
  • High GSM fabric testing
  • Air permeability evaluation of textile materials
  • Testing of nylon parachute and supply-dropping fabrics

Key Features of Digital Air Permeability Tester

  • Different test areas available according to model
  • Digital display available on GTX-DA1 and GTX-AP4 High GSM models
  • Different rotameter ranges for different testing requirements
  • Digital pressure measurement available on selected models
  • Suitable configurations for general, filter, non-woven and high GSM fabrics
  • Available with different air-flow and pressure measurement ranges

Air Permeability Tester Series

Available Models:
GTX-AP4,
GTX-DA1 &
GTX-AP4 (High GSM Fabric Model)

Specification GTX-AP4 GTX-DA1 GTX-AP4 (High GSM)
Application Air Permeability Testing of Fabrics Digital Air Permeability Testing of Fabrics High GSM Fabric Air Permeability Testing
Test Area 4 Sq. cm 10 cm² 10, 20, 50 & 100 cm²
Maximum Width of Fabric Tested 1 Meter N/A N/A
Capacity of Suction Device 20,000 Litres/Hour N/A N/A
Rota Meter / Rotameters 200 to 2000 Litres/Hour 0–60 LPH, 0–900 LPH, 600–6000 LPH 1,940 to 19,400 LPH at NTP (±3% FSR)
Pressure Indicator 0–900 mm × 1 mm (Digital with Peak Hold) N/A Electronic Type with Pressure Transducer & Digital Display up to 999 mm WC
Range of Testing 150 to 1200 cm³/cm²/sec N/A N/A
Display N/A Digital Digital
Maximum Fabric Thickness Up to 8 mm 1.5 mm N/A
Power Supply N/A 220 V AC, 50 Hz N/A
Suitable For General Fabric Testing Filter Fabric & Non-Woven Fabric High GSM Fabrics
Related Standards IS 2970:1964, IS 11056:1984 IS 11056:1984, DIN 53887 IS 11056:1984, DIN 53887

Testing Different Types of Fabrics

The Air Permeability Tester Series provides different configurations depending on the type and characteristics of the fabric being tested. The GTX-AP4 is intended for general fabric testing and supports fabric thicknesses up to 8 mm.

The GTX-DA1 is designed for filter fabric and non-woven fabric applications, with a 10 cm² test area and digital display.

For high GSM materials, the GTX-AP4 High GSM model provides test areas of 10, 20, 50 and 100 cm² and a higher air-flow range suitable for the specified application.

Related Standards

The listed models are associated with standards including IS 2970:1964, IS 11056:1984 and DIN 53887, as specified in the technical data. The applicable standard should be selected according to the material and testing requirement.

For information about international standards and standardization, you can refer to the official International Organization for Standardization (ISO) website.  https://www.iso.org/home.html

For other textile quality-control applications, explore our Fabric Testing Equipment range. https://globetexindustries.com/product-category/fabric-testing-equipments/

FAQs

What is a Digital Air Permeability Tester used for?

It is used to evaluate the passage of air through fabrics and other porous textile materials under specified testing conditions.

Which models are available?

The series includes GTX-AP4, GTX-DA1 and GTX-AP4 (High GSM) models.

Which model is suitable for non-woven fabric?

The GTX-DA1 is specified for filter fabric and non-woven fabric testing.

Which model is suitable for high GSM fabrics?

The GTX-AP4 (High GSM) model is designed for high GSM fabric air permeability testing.

What is the test area of the GTX-DA1?

The GTX-DA1 has a 10 cm² test area.

What is the maximum fabric thickness supported by GTX-AP4?

The GTX-AP4 can test fabric with a maximum thickness of up to 8 mm.

Which standards are mentioned for these models?

Depending on the model, the listed standards include IS 2970:1964, IS 11056:1984 and DIN 53887.

Can nylon parachute fabric be tested?

Yes. The stated application includes evaluating the air permeability of nylon parachute/supply-dropping fabric.