Textile Drying Time Tester


The Textile Drying Time Tester is a precision instrument designed to measure evaporation rate and drying time of textiles under controlled environmental conditions. It evaluates moisture absorption, drying efficiency, and fabric resilience, essential for quality assurance, R&D, and product development in textile manufacturing.

Type: Environmental testing chamber with humidity and temperature control

Application

The tester is widely used for:

Quality control of sportswear and moisture-wicking fabrics.

Research and development of quick-dry textiles and performance garments.

Testing waterproof and water-repellent fabrics for drying efficiency.

Forensic textile analysis of fabric degradation due to moisture exposure.

Textile education and training on drying mechanism principles.

Standards

ISO 11092 – Textile evaporative resistance

ASTM D737 – Air permeability and drying correlation

AATCC 195 – Moisture management properties

GB/T 12704-2019 – Chinese textile drying standard

Features

(1) Multi-Test Modes: Static drying, dynamic drying simulating body movement, and rain simulation for waterproof fabrics.

(2) Advanced Monitoring: Real-time moisture mapping using thermal imaging; AI-based drying prediction model.

(3) Automation: Auto-reset system after each test; motorized humidity control; self-cleaning condensate drainage.

(4) Batch Analysis: Compare multiple samples, export data in Excel or PDF.

(5) User-Friendly Operation: Touchscreen interface, programmable test cycles, and automated reporting.

Technical Parameters

ParameterSpecification
Temperature Range20°C–60°C (±0.5°C accuracy)
Humidity Control30%–90% RH (programmable)
Drying MechanismAirflow circulation (0.5–2.5 m/s) + infrared heating
Moisture DetectionCapacitive moisture sensor (±0.1% accuracy)
Sample SizeUp to 500×500 mm (adjustable clamping frame)
Power Supply220V/50Hz, 1.8 kW
Dimensions1200×800×1500 mm (L×W×H)

Accessories

Adjustable clamping frame for specimens

Water spray module for rain simulation

Data acquisition software for drying curves

Thermal imaging camera (optional)

Test Procedures

Sample Preparation: Cut specimens to 100×100 mm.

Calibration: Validate system with reference samples.

Testing: Start the cycle with predefined temperature and humidity.

Analysis: Generate drying curve and moisture loss graph.

Cleaning: Auto-drain condensate reservoir after testing.