{"id":25412,"date":"2020-03-25T15:07:59","date_gmt":"2020-03-25T14:07:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.samatools.it\/prodotto\/rub-resistance-tester-saab630\/"},"modified":"2026-06-30T17:31:17","modified_gmt":"2026-06-30T15:31:17","slug":"rub-resistance-tester-saab630","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/www.samatools.it\/en\/product\/rub-resistance-tester-saab630\/","title":{"rendered":"Rub resistance tester &#8211; SAAB630"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The <strong>rub resistance tester<\/strong> is an instrument used to assess the resistance to abrasion and rubbing of printed materials, labels, packaging and surfaces with applied graphics. It makes it possible to verify how effectively a print or surface finish withstands repeated contact, simulating conditions that may occur during handling, packing, transport or use.<\/p>\n<p>The <strong>rub resistance test<\/strong> is particularly useful when the quality of printed graphics must remain stable over time. Self-adhesive labels, folding cartons, corrugated board, printed cases, catalogues, promotional materials and printed packaging may be subject to localised abrasion, colour loss, ink transfer or deterioration of their surface appearance.<\/p>\n<p>The operating principle of <strong>SAAB630<\/strong> involves controlled rubbing of the sample using a system fitted with rubber pads. The printed material is secured on the test platform and subjected to repeated contact cycles to assess the resistance of the graphic surface to the mechanical action specified by the method.<\/p>\n<p>Compared with a manual check, the machine allows the test to be set and repeated under more controlled conditions. The number of cycles, speed and rubbing movement are managed by the instrument, making it easier to compare different samples and assess the behaviour of materials, inks, protective varnishes or applied finishes more consistently.<\/p>\n<p>One of the most significant applications concerns <strong>bottle labels<\/strong>, particularly in the wine, food and cosmetics sectors. During packaging or transport, bottles may come into contact with each other or with the packaging, generating rubbing that can damage the print, mark the label surface or reduce the perceived quality of the finished product. The test makes it possible to assess label resistance to these stresses in advance.<\/p>\n<p>The instrument is also useful for manufacturers of <strong>self-adhesive labels<\/strong>, paperboard packaging, printed cases, printed boxes, catalogues and graphic materials intended for frequent handling. In these cases, rub resistance is important both for appearance quality and for managing possible complaints related to print deterioration.<\/p>\n<p>The <strong>rub resistance tester<\/strong> allows different combinations of substrate, ink, protective varnish, lamination or surface treatment to be compared. The test can be used during development, material qualification, production checks or the assessment of samples supplied by different manufacturers.<\/p>\n<p>The rub resistance tester is used for testing in accordance with <strong>ASTM D5264<\/strong>, a technical reference for evaluating the abrasion resistance of printed materials by rubbing. The procedure should be applied according to the material to be checked, the printed graphics and the quality-control requirement.<\/p>\n<p>The rub resistance tester therefore provides a specific solution for assessing the surface durability of prints, labels and packaging, helping verify whether the applied graphics retain their characteristics after repeated cycles of controlled abrasion.<\/p>\n<p><iframe title=\"Rub Resistance Tester - SAAB630\" width=\"1680\" height=\"945\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/camSmXGkRGk?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h3>Applications<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Rub resistance testing on printed materials<\/li>\n<li>Assessment of the abrasion resistance of self-adhesive labels<\/li>\n<li>Durability checks on bottle labels<\/li>\n<li>Testing of labels for the wine, food and cosmetics sectors<\/li>\n<li>Inspection of packaging with applied graphics<\/li>\n<li>Tests on folding cartons, corrugated board and printed cases<\/li>\n<li>Verification of print resistance on catalogues and promotional materials<\/li>\n<li>Comparison between inks, protective varnishes, laminations and different substrates<\/li>\n<li>Quality-control checks to prevent visual defects and complaints<\/li>\n<li>Testing in accordance with ASTM D5264<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>FAQ &#8211; Rub resistance tester<\/h2>\n<p><strong>What is a rub resistance tester used for?<\/strong><br \/>\nIt is used to assess the resistance of printed materials, labels and packaging to abrasion caused by repeated contact, rubbing or handling.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Which materials can be tested with SAAB630?<\/strong><br \/>\nThe instrument can be used on labels, folding cartons, corrugated board, printed packaging, catalogues, graphic materials and other substrates with printed or applied graphics that are compatible with the test.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Why is it important to test label rub resistance?<\/strong><br \/>\nLabels may be damaged during packing, transport, handling or contact with other products. The test makes it possible to assess whether the print and surface finish retain an acceptable appearance after repeated stresses.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Is SAAB630 useful for bottle labels?<\/strong><br \/>\nYes. It is particularly useful for labels applied to bottles, for example in the wine sector, where contact between bottles or with packaging can cause rubbing and deterioration of the graphics.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What can the test reveal on a printed label?<\/strong><br \/>\nThe test can reveal colour loss, ink transfer, scratching, abrasion of the finish or changes in the surface appearance of the graphics.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Is the test only for labels?<\/strong><br \/>\nNo. It can also be used on paperboard packaging, printed boxes, cases, promotional materials, catalogues and other articles with applied graphics.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How does a rub resistance test work?<\/strong><br \/>\nThe sample is secured on the test platform and subjected to controlled rubbing by a system fitted with rubber pads. The test is performed for the number of cycles specified by the applied procedure.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What is the advantage compared with a manual test?<\/strong><br \/>\nThe machine provides better control of test conditions, such as the number of cycles and rubbing movement, reducing the variability of manual execution and making sample comparison easier.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Can the test support complaint management?<\/strong><br \/>\nYes. The test provides objective evidence of the rub resistance of the printed material, useful both during production and when analysing complaints related to deterioration of the print or label.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Which standard applies to SAAB630?<\/strong><br \/>\nThe instrument is used for testing in accordance with ASTM D5264, a reference for evaluating the abrasion resistance of printed materials by rubbing.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The rub resistance tester is an instrument used to assess the resistance to abrasion and rubbing of printed materials, labels, packaging and surfaces with applied graphics. It makes it possible to verify how effectively a print or surface finish withstands repeated contact, simulating conditions that may occur during handling, packing, transport or use. 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