Introduction
A textile balance is a precision weighing instrument specifically designed for the textile industry, used to measure the mass and weight of textile samples, such as yarns, fabrics, fibers, and garments, and it is used for quality control, weight verification, and specification compliance in textile manufacturing and testing. Textile balances are used for measuring the weight per unit area or length of fabrics and yarns, such as grams per square meter, which is an important specification that affects the quality, cost, and performance of textiles; for weighing yarn samples to determine the yarn count, which is the linear density of the yarn; for weighing fabric samples for basis weight testing; for measuring the moisture content of textiles by weighing before and after drying; and for many other weighing applications in textile testing. Textile balances are available in various capacities and readabilities, from precision balances for small samples to larger balances for fabric swatches, and they are designed with features such as digital displays, tare and calibration functions, and, in some models, textile-specific programs, such as yarn count and basis weight calculation, and they may be connected to textile testing software for data management. They are used in textile mills, fabric and garment manufacturers, textile testing laboratories, and research institutions for quality control, for verifying compliance with specifications and standards, for product development, for incoming material inspection, and for certification testing, in accordance with standards such as ASTM and ISO methods for textile testing. With their precision and textile-specific features, textile balances are essential instruments for weighing in the textile industry.
Textile Balance LTXB-T2011
Textile Balance is high precision load cell sensor with compact design. Designed with display with 210 g capacity. The all four sides glass shield design offers protection to the weighin...
Textile Balance LTXB-T2010
Textile Balance is high precision load cell sensor with compact design. Designed with display with 110 (99.5 D) g capacity. The all four sides glass shield design offers protection to th...
Standards
ISO 105-B02:2014-Textiles-Tests for colour fastness-Colour fastness to artificial light: Xenon arc fading lamp test
ISO 4920:2021-Textiles-Determination of resistance to surface wetting (Spray test)
ISO 9237:1995-Textiles-Determination of permeability of fabrics to air
Complies with the above standards, but is not limited to them.
Features
1. Textile balance for weighing yarn, fabric and textile samples with high precision.
2. Specialized for textile industry with yarn and fabric weighing capabilities.
3. Suitable for textile mills, quality control, research, education and garment manufacturing.
4. Includes weighing pan, draft shield, calibration, textile accessories and operation manual.
5. Supports yarn count, fabric weight, fiber testing and textile quality control.
FAQ
Q1: What testing scenarios is this balance mainly applied to?
A: The textile balance is used in textile mills, quality control laboratories, research institutions, educational facilities and garment manufacturing to weigh yarn, fabric, fiber and textile samples with high precision for yarn count determination, fabric weight measurement, fiber testing and quality control. It supports yarn linear density (count) measurement for yarn quality assessment, fabric mass per unit area (GSM) determination, fiber fineness and moisture content testing, textile raw material quality control, production process monitoring, and educational textile testing experiments. The specialized textile balance provides the precision and features needed for accurate textile weighing, supporting quality control and product specification compliance. It is essential for textile mills, quality control, research, educational and garment manufacturing facilities requiring precise textile weighing for yarn count, fabric weight, fiber testing, quality control and product specification, where accurate weighing of yarn, fabric and fiber samples is critical for yarn count determination, fabric GSM measurement, fiber quality assessment, production consistency and regulatory compliance in textile manufacturing, quality control and research applications requiring reliable, precise mass measurement specialized for textile materials and testing standards.
Q2: What standards does the balance comply with?
A: The textile balance complies with OIML R76 for non-automatic weighing instruments, relevant ISO and GB/T standards for textile testing, and applicable metrology regulations. Textile testing follows ISO 2060 for yarn linear density, ISO 3801 for fabric mass per unit area, ASTM standards, and relevant GB/T standards. Calibration should use certified weights traceable to international standards. Standard atmospheric conditions for textile testing follow ISO 139 (20 degrees C, 65% RH).
Q3: What is the warranty period for the whole machine and key components?
A: The whole textile balance is covered by a 12-month warranty. The load cell, electronics, display and draft shield are covered, while calibration weights, pans, textile accessories and fuses are accessories or consumables. Damage from overloading, improper use or unauthorized repair is excluded. Extended service contracts are available.
Q4: Is this device difficult to operate? Is professional training required?
A: Operation is simple: level the balance, tare, place sample and read. No professional training is required, but users should follow proper textile sample preparation, conditioning and weighing technique. We provide an operation manual and remote guidance. Proper sample conditioning (20 degrees C, 65% RH per ISO 139) is important for accurate textile weighing.
Q5: What is the typical lead-time for order delivery?
A: Standard models require 7-30 working days. In-stock units can ship within 3-7 working days. Custom configurations or large built-to-order systems may require additional time, and we confirm the exact schedule before order confirmation.
Q6: Is regular calibration required? What is the recommended calibration cycle?
A: Calibration with certified weights recommended every 3-6 months for quality control use. Routine internal calibration or external check before each use session. Level check before each use. Full service and adjustment annually for precision use. Sample conditioning environment verified regularly.
Q7: Are supporting consumables universal?
A: Calibration weights are available from metrology suppliers, though certified weights are recommended for accuracy. Textile accessories (yarn reels, cutters) may be specialized. Long-term consumable cost is very low for a textile balance.
Q8: Can I customize parameters or supporting accessories?
A: Customization includes capacity, readability, pan size, draft shield, calibration type, data output and textile-specific accessories. Additional weights, accessories and textile testing tools can be ordered separately. Custom orders extend delivery lead-time.
Q9: Does the purchase include on-site installation and commissioning service?
A: No complex installation is required beyond leveling and power connection. The package includes the balance, calibration weights (if ordered) and instruction manual. On-site calibration and training service are available at additional cost for quality control setup.
Q10: What types of samples are compatible with this equipment?
A: The textile balance weighs yarn, fabric, fiber, thread and other textile samples within the capacity and readability specification. Samples should be conditioned in standard atmosphere (20 degrees C, 65% RH per ISO 139) before weighing for moisture-dependent results. Fabric samples should be cut to standard area for GSM measurement. Yarn samples should be of known length for count determination. Users should ensure proper leveling, perform regular calibration, use tare correctly, protect from drafts and vibration, condition samples per ISO 139, avoid overloading, and report results with units and test conditions specified. For yarn count, use appropriate length reels and calculate linear density per the standard method. For fabric GSM, use a standard cutter and multiply the weight by the appropriate factor. The balance should be placed in a controlled environment for accurate textile weighing, as moisture content significantly affects textile weight.
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