Falex Pin & Vee Block Test Machine

Falex Pin & Vee Block

The Falex Pin & Vee Block Test Machine is a laboratory tool for evaluating wear, friction and extreme pressure properties of materials and lubricants.

The equipment rotates a 1/4 inch diameter test pin (journal) against two 1/2 inch diameter vee blocks.  A four line contact region is established as load is applied through a mechanical gage by a ratchet wheel and an  eccentric arm.

Test Methods:

ASTM D2670, D2626, D3233, D5620, FTM-791-3807.1, FTM-791-3812.1, 461-C-84-01, 461-C-84-02, 461-C-84-03, FMC-BJ1-1, IP 241

Suitable for testing:

• Fluid and Dry Lubricants

• Additive Packages and Base Stocks

• Dry Film Bonded Coatings

• Materials

• Hardface Coatings

• Metal Working Lubricants

• Refrigerant Lubricants