FX 3000 Hydrostatic Head Tester

To measure the amount of force ( In pounds ) necessary to force water through one square inch of a test specimen. The measurement is used to resistance of sheet materials to water penetration. The method is determining the water resistance and the quality of waterproofing treatments or coating on fabrics and articles made from them. On sewn garments, it will test either the flat surfaces or seams.

Standards: AATCC 96, 127, AS 2001, 217, BS 2823, 3424, 7209, DIN 53886, GB 4744, ISO 811, JIS L1092, L1099, SNV 198571