--- title: Vacuum Tribometer description: Built for tribology testing in vacuum of up to 10^-7 torr in continuous sliding or reciprocating conditions. Temperature from -150 deg C to +1000 deg C. image: https://www.ducom.com/hubfs/DUCOM/Products/Vacuum%20Tribometer/VT-3.0%20-%20Vacuum%20Tribometer.9.png --- [![Ducom - Logo - Full - Vector (90 Gray and Light Blue-Inverted) - PNG](https://www.ducom.com/hs-fs/hubfs/DUCOM/Logos/Ducom%20Logos/Ducom%20-%20Logo%20-%20Full%20-%20Vector%20(90%20Gray%20and%20Light%20Blue-Inverted)%20-%20PNG.png?width=925&height=246&name=Ducom%20-%20Logo%20-%20Full%20-%20Vector%20(90%20Gray%20and%20Light%20Blue-Inverted)%20-%20PNG.png "Ducom - Logo - Full - Vector (90 Gray and Light Blue-Inverted) - PNG")](https://www.ducom.com?hsLang=en) - Products - Services - Resources - [Blog](https://blog.ducom.com) - [Tribology Discussions](https://lp.ducom.com/tribology-discussions) - Company - [About Us](https://www.ducom.com/about-ducom-instruments) - [Locations](https://www.ducom.com/company-contact-us) - Support - [After Sales Support](https://www.ducom.com/support) - [Instrument Service Plans](https://www.ducom.com/instrument-service-plan) #### General Tribology - [Universal Tester - UNITEST](https://www.ducom.com/universal-tester-unitest) - [Multi Capability Tribometer - POD 4.0](https://www.ducom.com/multi-capability-tribometer-pin/ball-on-disk) - [Vacuum Tribometer - VT 3.0](https://www.ducom.com/vacuum-tribometer) - [Abrasion Tester - Dry and Slurry](https://www.ducom.com/abrasion-tester) - [Erosion Tester - Air Jet](https://www.ducom.com/air-jet-erosion-tester) - [Erosion Tester - Slurry Jet](https://www.ducom.com/slurry-jet-erosion-tester) - [Erosion Tester - Water Droplet](https://www.ducom.com/water-droplet-erosion-tester) - [Twin Disk Tribometer](https://www.ducom.com/twin-disk-roller-on-roller-tribometer) - [BioTribometer](https://www.ducom.com/biotribometer) #### Lubricant Tribology - [Four Ball Tester (Desktop)](https://www.ducom.com/four-ball-tester-fbt-3) - [Four Ball Tester (Standard)](https://www.ducom.com/four-ball-tester-tr-30-series) - [High Frequency Reciprocating Rig (HFRR)](https://www.ducom.com/high-frequency-reciprocating-rig-hfrr) - [KRL Shear Stability Tester](https://www.ducom.com/krl-shear-stability-tester) - [Low Temperature Torque Tester](https://www.ducom.com/low-temperature-torque-tester) #### Petroleum Testers - [Flash Point Tester - Pensky Martens](https://www.ducom.com/pensky-martens-flash-point-tester) - [Flash Point Tester - Abel](https://www.ducom.com/abel-flash-point-tester) - [Flash Point Tester - Cleveland](https://www.ducom.com/cleveland-flash-point-tester) - [Freezing Point Tester](https://www.ducom.com/freezing-point-tester) - [Cloud Point Tester](https://www.ducom.com/cloud-and-pour-point-tester) - [Pour Point Tester](https://www.ducom.com/pour-point-tester) - [Roll Stability Tester](https://www.ducom.com/roll-stability-tester) - [Noack Volatility Test Apparatus](https://www.ducom.com/noack-volatility-tester) - [BOCLE - ATF Fuel Lubricity Tester](https://www.ducom.com/product-ball-on-cylinder-lubricity-evaluator-bocle) - [Shear Stability Tester (Diesel Injector)](https://www.ducom.com/product-shear-stability-tester-diesel-injector) #### See our full range of products [![Explore All Our Products](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/5735947/8c0055af-2ff0-4aad-aa83-42dcde0c56f4.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/5735947/8c0055af-2ff0-4aad-aa83-42dcde0c56f4) #### MOOHA - Digital Lab Assistant MOOHA is an A.I. enabled digital lab assistant that can assist you with automatically logging data, maintaining an audit trail, performing statistical analysis and accessing data and instrument health and status instantly via a secure encrypted interface. 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[![Learn more about MOOHA](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/5735947/78fb441a-de0c-4a9e-bf49-85bbcd080e46.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/5735947/78fb441a-de0c-4a9e-bf49-85bbcd080e46) #### Ducom Test Lab The Ducom Test Lab can be an extension of your quality or R&D department. Our experienced and knowledgeable application scientists and lab technicians can help you with finding the right test methods, designing test programs and delivering results.  [![Contract Test Lab](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/5735947/17c38921-6c5f-4d81-bd5d-e810fb2b1b68.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/5735947/17c38921-6c5f-4d81-bd5d-e810fb2b1b68) #### Knowledge - [Blog](https://blog.ducom.com) - [E-Books](https://www.ducom.com/e-books) #### Events - [WEBINAR | Tribology Discussions](https://lp.ducom.com/tribology-discussions) - [Conferences and Tradeshows](https://www.ducom.com/conferences-and-tradeshows) #### Company - [About Us](https://www.ducom.com/about-ducom-instruments) - [Locations](https://www.ducom.com/company-contact-us) #### Work with us - [Careers](https://ducom.freshteam.com/jobs) - [Become a sales partner](https://lp.ducom.com/distributor-training) #### After Sales Support - [Get Support](https://www.ducom.com/support) - [Instrument Service Plans](https://www.ducom.com/instrument-service-plan) Search **Menu** - [Instruments](https://www.ducom.com/products-explorer) - [Testing Services](https://www.ducom.com/ducom-labs-testing-and-consulting-services) - [Software](https://www.ducom.com/digital) - [Blog](https://blog.ducom.com) - Support - [After Sales Support](https://www.ducom.com/support) - [Service Plans](https://www.ducom.com/instrument-service-plan) - Company - [About Us](https://www.ducom.com/about-ducom-instruments) - [Locations](https://www.ducom.com/company-contact-us) # Vacuum Tribometer (VT-3.0) ### A configurable, modular tribometer with vacuum, temperature, motion and loading options.  The VT-3.0 is our third generation vacuum tribometer that is now modular and more capable than ever. Easily switch from manual to automatic loading, change test modes from rotary to angular oscillation and even linear oscillation.  Available in both desktop and floor standing formats to accommodate your space requirements.  [![Contact Us](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/5735947/ae754668-c424-4626-b943-daa047ad5c97.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/5735947/ae754668-c424-4626-b943-daa047ad5c97)   ![VT-3-Hero View.25](https://www.ducom.com/hs-fs/hubfs/DUCOM/Products/Vacuum%20Tribometer/VT-3.0%20(R3)/VT-3-Hero%20View.25.png?width=1600&height=1185&name=VT-3-Hero%20View.25.png "VT-3-Hero View.25") ## VT-03 Vacuum Tribometer Tribology testing in vacuum and temperatures from -150 to +1000 deg C  - [Features](https://www.ducom.com/vacuum-tribometer#tab1) - [Specifications](https://www.ducom.com/vacuum-tribometer#tab2) - [Options](https://www.ducom.com/vacuum-tribometer#tab3) - [Standards](https://www.ducom.com/vacuum-tribometer#tab4) ## Product features - Built for extreme tribology - Rough, Medium and High Vacuum  tests - Fast chamber evacuation (<45 mins) - Ultra low and high temperature options - Automatic or manual loading for full flexibility - Continuous rotation and angular oscillation modes are standard - Linear oscillation available as an option - Automatic wear track control is standard - Computer controlled operation - Unique chamber design for viewing and customization of tests. ## Technical Specifications ##### Motion and Loading -  Rotation: - Standard: 3000 rpm - Option: 5000 rpm - Angular Reciprocation:  - Angle: 5 to 180 degrees - Frequency: 20 Hz Max Maximum allowable parameters change depending on load, COF, angle and frequency. - Loading:  - Deadweight: 200 N - Optional Automatic: 200 N - High frequency feedback controlled servo loop.  ##### Environment - Vacuum level: 10-7 torr - Chamber evacuation time: <45 mins - Polished chamber - Viewing and customization ready ports - Inert gas environment ##### Sensing - High sensitivity capacitive friction sensor - Ambient temperature sensor - Sample temperature sensor - Vacuum level sensor \*other sensors with optional modules. Custom sensor configurations available. **Request detailed specifications:** [![Contact Us](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/5735947/ae754668-c424-4626-b943-daa047ad5c97.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/5735947/ae754668-c424-4626-b943-daa047ad5c97) ### Standard Options - Low Temperature Module - High Temperature Module - Debris Collector - 2D and 3D Imaging ### Special / Custom Options The Ducom Vacuum Tribometer has been supplied in various configurations. Some examples of previously manufactured product variations are below: - Horizontally orientated test setup - Independently controlled disk and pin heating - Extra large diameter disk for increased sliding velocity ## Test Standards - **ASTM G99:** Standard Test Method for Wear Testing with a Pin-on-Disk Apparatus - **ASTM G133:** Standard Test Method for Linearly Reciprocating Ball-on-Flat Sliding Wear ## Product Features ## Modular and easy to use. ### The VT-3.0 makes extreme tribology easy. Modular sensors, loading, motion and environment options. Large ports for observation and customization makes the VT-3.0 future ready for any technique you want to add to your tester. The access door opens wide for convenient test setup, cleaning and maintenance. ![VT-3-Chamber Front - Close Up.29](https://www.ducom.com/hubfs/DUCOM/Products/Vacuum%20Tribometer/VT-3.0%20(R3)/VT-3-Chamber%20Front%20-%20Close%20Up.29.png) Large and accessible vacuum chamber Easy test setup and cleaning ![VT-3.0 - Vacuum Tribometer.10](https://www.ducom.com/hubfs/DUCOM/Products/Vacuum%20Tribometer/VT-3.0%20-%20Vacuum%20Tribometer.10.png) Patented high resolution sensors Capacitive, drift resistant sensors for unmatched performance ## Patented high resolution sensors  ### Vacuum compatible capacitive and piezo sensors. Fully mechanically decoupled design for excellent sensitivity. Our patented, fully decoupled multi axial sensor heads use capacitive transducers and can sense forces from a few milli Newtons (mN) to hundreds of Newtons (N). Sensing heads are easily interchangeable to the VT-3.0 to adapt to your evolving needs.  ## Multiple Testing Modes ### Continuous Sliding, Angular Reciprocation, Angular Scratch, Linear Reciprocation and Linear Scratch Every VT-3.0 tester comes standard with the capability to perform continuous clockwise and counterclockwise tests, angular reciprocation and angular scratch tests. With the addition of the Linear Module (LRM), linear reciprocation and linear scratches are also possible.  ![Pin on Disk (High Temperature) - Showing wear tracks and pin wear (2)](https://www.ducom.com/hubfs/DUCOM/Products/General%20Tribology%20Images/Pin%20on%20Disk%20(High%20Temperature)%20-%20Showing%20wear%20tracks%20and%20pin%20wear%20(2).jpg) Powerful and Flexible Test Modes Feature rich standard test system. Wide range of add on options. ![VT-3-Angle Left - User.26](https://www.ducom.com/hubfs/DUCOM/Products/Vacuum%20Tribometer/VT-3.0%20(R3)/VT-3-Angle%20Left%20-%20User.26.png) Make the VT-3.0 truly yours Fully customizable for even the most demanding applications ## Customizable Architecture ### When standard options aren't enough, customize your VT-3.0 tester. Built on our [POD-4.0 Multi-Capability Tribometer](https://www.ducom.com/multi-capability-tribometer-pin/ball-on-disk?hsLang=en) platform, the VT-3.0 is customizable. Now your truly unique applications can have a truly unique tester.  ## Applications  - Friction and wear behavior of advanced materials - Space mechanism lubricants - Coating, films and adhesives under high vacuum conditions - Ion propulsion engines - Spacesuits, satellite, moving mechanical assemblies and seals - Particle accelerators - Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) / Plasma Vapor Deposition (PVD) - Semiconductor Equipment - High vacuum and Cryogenic Processes ![Compatible With Mooha - Icon - White](https://www.ducom.com/hubfs/DUCOM/Products/Mooha%204.0/Videos%20and%20Images/Compatible%20With%20Mooha%20-%20Icon%20-%20White.png) Industry 4.0 Ready A.I Power Lab Assistant ## MOOHA - THE DIGITAL ASSISTANT FOR YOUR LAB MOOHA is an A.I. enabled digital assistant that can be used together with, or in place of your Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS). It has powerful device management, reporting, statistics and support functionalities. 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