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Tensiomètre K14 (Krüss)

Surface tension measurement

Fiber wettability measurement

Key sample information :

  • Solid samples : fibers (diameter ≥ 5 µm), thin rectangular plates

  • Compatible liquids : aqueous solutions, solvents, organic mixtures

  • Compatible methods : Wilhelmy (plate or ring)

  • Measurement temperature : 30 °C to 70 °C (via thermostated bath)

  • Measurement range : 0.01 to 100 mN/m

  • Maximum load capacity : 5 g

Accessories

  • Thermostated bath (30–70 °C)

  • Platinum plate

  • Platinum ring

Tensiometer K14 – Krüss

A precision instrument dedicated to characterizing the interfacial properties of liquids and solids, ideal for delicate samples such as fibers.

Applications

The K14 tensiometer is ideal for :

  • Studying the wettability of fibers and microstructures
  • Characterizing coatings or surface treatments on thin materials
  • Measuring the surface and interfacial tension of complex liquids
  • Determining the surface energy of fibrous or polymeric materials

 Typical applications :

  • Technical textiles, biomaterials, microfibers, composites
  • Studies of capillarity and liquid/fiber interactions
  • Quality control in formulation and surface treatment

Available Measurement Types

  • Static and dynamic contact angle (advancing and receding) on fibers or plates

  • Liquid surface tension (Wilhelmy method)

  • Liquid/liquid interfacial tension (Wilhelmy method)

  • Surface energy of solids

  • Wettability measurement on small samples, including fine fibers