Scott Crease Flex Tester

1. Function and Application

The Scott Crease Flex Tester is designed to evaluate the durability and finish of leather, fabric, and vinyl materials under repeated flexing. It specifically measures peeling, crazing, raveling, and general material degradation caused by roll flexing.

The tester is suitable for automotive interior materials, upholstery, footwear, and other flexible surface applications where material performance under repeated bending is critical.

2. Applicable Test Standards

GMW 3217 – Flexing of automotive interior materials

JASO, JIS L1096, JIS K6404-6 – Flex and stiffness testing for textiles and leather

NES M7081 Sec. 15.2, NES M0155 Sec. 17, NES M0602 Sec. 18.2 – Nissan material durability standards

Toyota TSL5101G (Sec. 3.29), TSL5100G (Sec. 4.7) – Automotive seat and interior material testing

3. Technical Specifications

4. Features and Advantages

Adjustable Test Parameters: Clamp distance, lateral stroke, test load, and cycle speed allow customization to meet multiple specifications.

Accurate Force Monitoring: Optional load cell ensures precise control of applied pressure during testing.

Durable Construction: Aluminum and stainless steel components with powder coat/anodized finishes provide long-lasting durability.

Safety: Vented protective cover prevents operator injuries from pinch points.

Versatile Testing: Suitable for leather, fabric, vinyl, and other flexible materials.

High Capacity Counter: Supports up to 999,999 cycles for long-term testing requirements.