Shoelace Abrasion Tester


The Shoelace Abrasion Tester is designed to evaluate the wear resistance of shoelaces and eyelets by simulating the friction and tension experienced during actual footwear use. The instrument provides objective durability data, including the number of cycles to failure, enabling quality control, R&D, and performance verification of footwear lacing systems.

Applications

The tester is suitable for evaluating the abrasion resistance of shoelaces and eyelets in:

(1) Athletic shoes: Running shoes, basketball shoes, football shoes.

(2) Casual shoes: Sneakers, loafers, canvas shoes.

(3) Work and safety footwear: Industrial boots, steel-toe shoes with reinforced eyelets.

(4) Children’s footwear: School shoes and sports shoes with frequent lacing.

(5) Leather footwear: Dress shoes with leather laces and metal eyelets.

(6) Outdoor footwear: Hiking boots, trekking shoes, and waterproof boots.

(7) Footwear R&D: Testing innovative shoelace materials, coatings, or eyelet designs.

Standards

(1) SATRA TM93 — Footwear: Shoelace and Eyelet Abrasion Test

(2) DIN 4843 — German Standard for Footwear Component Abrasion

(3) QB/T 2226 — Chinese Standard for Shoelace and Eyelet Durability

(4) SATRA TM154 — Footwear Lacing System Durability Testing

(5) ISO 22774 — Textiles and Plastics – Shoelace Abrasion Testing

(6) EN ISO 20344 — Personal Protective Equipment — Footwear — Test Methods

(7) ASTM F2023 — Standard Test Method for Footwear Components

(8) BS 5131:3.6:1991 — British Standard for Footwear Lacing Components

Features

(1) Evaluates durability and service life of shoelace-eyelet systems under realistic wear conditions.

(2) Simulates actual friction and tension to ensure reliable and repeatable test results.

(3) Six simultaneous test positions improve testing efficiency.

(4) Provides objective, quantitative results for quality control and R&D purposes.

Technical Parameters

ItemSpecification
Test Positions6
Weights455 g ± 5 g, 6 pcs
Test Speed100 ± 5 cpm
Stroke76 ± 2 mm
Standard EyeletBrass, inner diameter 4.5 mm
Fiberboard25 × 25 mm, inner diameter 5.0 ± 0.2 mm
Control MethodTouch-screen control
Counter0–999,999 cycles
Power Supply1∮ AC 220V 50/60 Hz
Dimensions (W×D×H)57 × 58 × 1025 mm
Weight (approx.)60 kg (excluding weights)

FAQ

1. What is a Shoelace Abrasion Tester used for?

A Shoelace Abrasion Tester is used to evaluate the abrasion resistance and durability of shoelaces under repeated friction and wear conditions.

2. Which standards can the Shoelace Abrasion Tester comply with?

The tester can be designed according to relevant footwear testing standards, such as SATRA TM154. BS 3084. and other applicable shoelace abrasion testing methods.

3. What types of shoelaces can be tested with this instrument?

It is suitable for testing various types of shoelaces, including cotton laces, polyester laces, nylon laces, elastic laces, and coated shoelaces.

4. What test results can be obtained from the Shoelace Abrasion Tester?

The instrument can evaluate abrasion cycles, breaking performance, surface wear, damage level, and durability of shoelaces after friction testing.

5. How does the Shoelace Abrasion Tester help footwear manufacturers?

It helps footwear manufacturers verify shoelace quality, improve product durability, optimize materials, and ensure that shoelaces meet performance requirements.