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FBT-1000 Four Ball Tester

The FBT-1000 Four Ball Tester is a fully automated four-ball tribometer for measuring the extreme-pressure (EP), anti-wear (AW), and friction performance of lubricating oils, greases, and lubricant additives. It is designed for lubricant formulation, additive development, quality control, and tribology research.
The FBT-1000 uses programmable closed-loop loading with integrated load, torque, and acoustic emission measurement to provide accurate and repeatable tribology test results. Continuous monitoring of test conditions ensures reliable measurements and consistent test performance.
The Four Ball Tester supports widely used international ASTM tribology standards, including ASTM D2266, ASTM D4172, ASTM D2596, and ASTM D2783. Automated test execution and reporting simplify laboratory workflows and help ensure compliance with established lubricant testing methods.
The FBT-1000 is suitable for wear testing, extreme-pressure testing, friction testing, lubricant performance evaluation, and additive screening. Its automated operation and reliable measurement capabilities make it a versatile solution for laboratories developing and testing high-performance lubricants, greases, and additives.

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Key Features and Benefits

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