Hardness tester for steering wheels
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The Hardness Tester for Steering Wheels is specifically designed to evaluate the comfort and tactile feel of automotive steering wheels. It measures the elasticity and softness of steering wheel materials to ensure compliance with premium comfort standards. This device has been adopted by multiple European automotive manufacturers and is compatible with most passenger car steering wheels. Optional center positioning and auxiliary support brackets enable accurate measurement on irregular-shaped steering wheels.
Application
(1) Steering wheel material testing: leather, PUR foam, composite materials.
(2) Automotive interior tactile assessment: evaluate touch and comfort of steering wheels in passenger and luxury vehicles.
(3) Product R&D and quality control: new material formulation optimization and batch consistency verification.
(4) Comfort evaluation: ensure ergonomic grip and tactile satisfaction.
(5) Multi-model compatibility: supports various diameters, thicknesses, and structures of steering wheels.
(6) Standardized measurement: suitable for fast hardness and elasticity testing on production lines.
(7) Reference industry usage: steering wheel tactile R&D and quality control.
Standards
(1) PV 3931 – Steering Wheel Hardness Testing Standard.
Note: Can be combined with internal manufacturer standards in accordance with PV 3931.
Parameters
| Parameter | Specification | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Instrument Size | 160 × 70 × 40 mm | Portable and easy to operate |
| Instrument Weight | 0.37 kg | Handheld, lightweight |
| Test Spring Force | 806.5 mN | Provides standardized applied force |
| Contact Pressure | 1 kg mN | Pressure applied when contacting steering wheel |
| Test Needle Diameter | Ø 5.0 mm (spherical) | Compliant with PV 3931 standard |
| Measurement Spacing | 2.5 mm | Standardized sampling interval |
| Material | Aluminum alloy / Plastic | High-strength lightweight construction |
| Display | LCD digital | Direct display of measurement values |
| Battery Type | 3.6 V Li-ion / AA | Replaceable battery |
| Data Storage | 300 records | Saves measurement results |
| Data Interface | RS 232 | Compatible with HardTest software |
Features
(1) Dedicated steering wheel testing: accurately measures automotive steering wheel surfaces.
(2) Optional positioning brackets: center and auxiliary supports ensure stability for irregular shapes.
(3) Fast data acquisition and storage: LCD display, 300 data points, exportable via interface.
(4) Standard compliance: meets requirements for multiple automotive OEM R&D and quality control.
(5) Portable operation: handheld and convenient for lab and production use.
(6) Comfort and tactile evaluation: measures hardness to assist ergonomic grip assessment.
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