HydroPro (Source: SDL Atlas)
Determining the water resistance and the waterproof properties of fabrics is possible with the HydroPro. SDL Atlas LLC, Rock Holl, SC/USA, introduced a redesign to the HydroPro Hydrostatic Head Tester. New features of the HydroPro include:
• video recording and image capture show real time pressure for review after testing via computer software
• testing pressure up to 5 bar
• new pneumatic sample clamping to avoid slippage and leakage
• Fast Test function allows users to rapidly determine a failure point and perform other tasks during 80% of the standard test time
• capable of Pore Size test with optional fixture for BS 3321
• capable of Blood Penetration Test with optional fixture for ASTM F1670, BS ISO 13994 and ISO 16603
Fabrics such as canvas, coated fabrics, hood fabric, tarpaulin, rain-proof fabrics and geotextiles can be tested.