Surface testing technology

All processes that deal with the examination and evaluation of the surface quality of plastics are summarized in surface testing technology.
Surface testing technology is used to assess the quality and suitability of plastics for specific applications.
The most important methods include optical inspections, roughness measurements, contact angle measurements and microscopy, which can reveal defects such as cracks, scratches or uneven coatings.
These test methods help to characterize the surface structure and properties such as gloss, adhesion and wettability.
Surface testing technology is crucial for quality assurance and contributes to the optimization of manufacturing processes and product designs. It is particularly important in applications where the surface quality significantly influences the functionality and aesthetics of the end product. Targeted surface testing allows defects to be detected and corrected at an early stage, which increases the durability and reliability of plastic products.

Surface testing technology in Injection Molding

Quality: Stress cracks after wetting the surface with a solvent

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This glossary of plastic industry is provided by PLEXPERT Canada Inc.