ProDry

ProDry
Dry Rate Tester

Quick-drying is an important attribute of textiles worn next to the skin, during sporting activities where the skin is likely to perspire. ProDry replicates the conditions to verify the quick-drying fabrics are performing effectively.
ProDry tests to AATCC Test Method 201 Drying Rate of Fabrics: Heated Plate Method, and can be configured to accommodate bespoke test methods also.
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USER FRIENDLY TESTING
The user-friendly design of ProDry helps to simplify the testing process. This includes illuminating samples for full visibility during testing, an accessible and easy to clean water reservoir and options to dose the sample automatically or manually.

OPTION TO INCREASE DATA POINTS
Additional data points can be added into the graph following testing which helps to improve the accuracy and consistency of test results.

ADVANCED TESTWISE TOUCH
ProDry is operated using James Heal’s most advanced version of TestWise Touch. This can automatically set the test parameters, finding the test end point and showing a real time presentation of results.

ADJUSTABLE TEMPERATURE SENSOR
The instrument is fitted with a temperature sensor to ensure that results comply with AATCC standards regardless of the fabric thickness.

CONSISTENT AIRFLOW
Multiple fans, an air filter and positioning of air flow sensors provide consistent airflow which is measured and controlled by an integrated airflow sensor.
The ProDry is capable of measuring the rate at which a textile specimen dries after being exposed to water. The specimen is placed on a heated plate, which is maintained at 37°C to simulate the temperature at which human skin begins to perspire.

Water is dosed on to the heated plate underneath the specimen to simulate perspiration.

The temperature drops when the specimen is wet and as the specimen dries, the temperature gradually increases.

James Heal’s TestWise software records this change in temperature and automatically calculates the drying time and rate of the tested specimen.