Bolster Fatigue Tester

1. Product Function and Application

The Bolster Fatigue Tester (Automotive Seating Type) is a single-station fatigue testing machine specifically designed to simulate the continuous rubbing action between a seat bolster and adjacent components, such as seat cushions or occupant contact areas.

The Bolster Fatigue Tester is widely used in:

Automotive seating development and validation

Upholstery and interior component testing

Material R&D laboratories

Quality assurance for OEM and tier-1 seat manufacturers

It ensures that bolster materials and designs can withstand long-term cyclic loading, surface wear, and material degradation, providing data essential for product improvement and compliance verification.

This tester provides an accurate and repeatable method for evaluating the wear resistance and durability of automotive seat bolsters under real-world use conditions. It is ideal for automotive seating manufacturers, component suppliers, and testing laboratories focused on long-term durability performance and material validation.

The machine operates by repeatedly rubbing a test head against the seat bolster surface. The operator sets the desired number of cycles on the digital counter, and once the target is reached, the tester automatically stops for sample evaluation.

2. Applicable Standards

Designed for automotive interior and seating fatigue evaluation, the tester supports test procedures based on:

OEM-specific seat durability standards (e.g., GM, Ford, Toyota, VW)

SAE J880 / J948 – Automotive seat durability and performance test guidelines

Internal quality control or R&D testing for fabric, leather, and foam bolster materials

(Custom configurations can be adapted to meet specific OEM or lab standards.)

3. Technical Specifications

4. Product Advantages and Features

Realistic Simulation – Accurately reproduces the rubbing and fatigue stresses experienced by seat bolsters in real vehicle conditions.

Adjustable Test Parameters – Angle and speed can be easily modified to match different test conditions or material types.

Automatic Cycle Control – Digital counter stops the machine automatically once the preset cycle count is achieved.

Versatile Power Compatibility – Operates on 110V or 230V, suitable for both 50Hz and 60Hz power supplies worldwide.

Compact and Reliable Design – Engineered for continuous operation with durable components and stable performance.

User-Friendly Operation – Intuitive setup and easy adjustment for quick test preparation and repeatable results.