Wascator

Wascator is a standardised washing machine and has established itself as the standard reference washing machine for textile laboratories and it complies with the requirements of European standards and retailers test methods.

Applications for the Wascator include:

  • Measurement of shrinkage
  • Measurement of Spirality
  • Assessment of appearance after laundering
  • Assessment of wrinkling
  • Assessment of ease-of-ironing
  • Washing before abrasion tests
  • Washing before pilling tests
  • Washing before flammability testing
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Description

Standardised European Washing Machine for textile laboratories, to determine shrinkage, dimensional stability and appearance after washing.

Standards

James Heal Instruments Physical Testing

Range of programmes

Programmes are supplied on locked memory cards

Ready to use

Every machine is function-checked and programmed in our own workshop before shipment

Installation

We can install, commission and train to help you get the very best value from your purchase

Bespoke programmes

Should you have any special needs, we can develop and supply bespoke programmes to suit your particular requirements.

Specifications are provided as a guideline only and are subject to change.
Dry Load Capacity 5-6.5kg
Spin Speed 200-1100rpm
Space requirements Width 720mm Depth 690mm Height 1315mm
Electric supply 3 phase and neutral 400V 50Hz (10A per phase) 3 phase 220V 60Hz (16A per phase)
Water Supply Hot and cold
Water Pressure Minimum 1.5 bar Maximum 4.0 bar
Inlet Water Temperature Maximum 60°C
Drain Minimum 75mm diameter
Free drain Drain position no more than 150mm above base of machine