Athletic Footwear Shock Attenuating Tester GT-KA04A

Athletic Footwear Shock Attenuating Tester GT-KA04A

Application:

This Shoe Testing Machine is used to measure the shock attenuating characteristics and rapid rate force-displacement relationships, of materials systems employed in the midsole of athletic footwear intended for use in normal running movements.

FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

Q1: What is the main difference between Method A, B, and C in the ASTM F1614 standard?

A: ASTM F1614 covers three procedures: Procedure A utilizes a falling weight impact machine (which the GESTER GT-KA04A is built for). Procedure B uses force-controlled compression, and Procedure C utilizes displacement-controlled compression. Procedure A is widely preferred for simulating realistic, rapid human heel strikes during running movements.

Q2: Why is a 1000Hz sampling rate critical for sports shoe shock absorption testing?

A: Human heel strikes during running apply peak forces of up to 2 kN in a fleeting 10 to 20 milliseconds. A slow sampling rate will miss these sudden micro-peaks. The GT-KA04A Sports Shoes Shock Attenuating Test Equipment features a ≥1000Hz data acquisition system to ensure every micro-second of force and displacement is flawlessly recorded.

Q3: Can the GT-KA04A test finished shoes, or only raw midsole materials?

A: It is engineered for both. It tests the rapid rate force-displacement relationships of material systems directly sliced from midsoles, as well as testing complete, finished athletic shoe sole units to provide real-world performance metrics.

Q4: Can you supply complete laboratory setups for comprehensive shoe material testing?

A: Yes, as a comprehensive shoe testing machine supplier, GESTER offers one-stop laboratory tester solutions. Beyond shock attenuation testing (GT-KA04A), we manufacture and supply a full catalog of testers for shoe flexing, abrasion resistance, tensile strength, and peeling properties to fully equip your R&D or QA laboratory.

Looking for the SATRA TM142 Standard Instead?

If your testing protocol or international brand compliance specifically requires the SATRA TM142 instead of the ASTM F1614 standard, we manufacture theother model to fit your lab. Explore the [GESTER GT-KA04B Athletic Footwear Shock Attenuating Testing Instrument] for exact 8.5kg free-fall shock testing configuration.