VW PV 3934 Heel and Floor Covering Abrasion Test

The VW PV 3934 standard, developed by the Volkswagen automobile company, defines a test method that simulates the load on the floor covering in the area of ​​the accelerator pedal, brake pedal and clutch pedal. In this method, the abrasion resistance of floor coverings is tested with the heel of a rubber shoe under a defined load.

According to this test method, the sample is placed under the heel (flat side of the heel for abrasion) and fixed with suitable tools. The heel is lowered and then a weight is loaded, giving a total load of 5,6 kg during the test. The worn area is evaluated for the overall visual impression. If necessary, any reduction in useful layer or pile layer or any torn tufts or fibers is evaluated.

Generally, wear resistance is the ability of a surface to withstand wear and tear caused by feet and mechanical equipment. Over time, all surfaces will experience wear, scratching, and surface friction. Some surfaces resist wear better than others. In a vehicle, the driver's compartment floor, especially the area under the gas pedal, brake pedal, and clutch pedal, is the area most exposed to wear and friction, and the negative impact of the driver's heel on this area is considerable. Various tests are conducted in advanced laboratories to ensure that the floor in this area meets wear resistance standards.

Vehicle interior floor coverings must perform and withstand abrasive conditions. Heel abrasion tests are conducted to determine the relative quality, toughness, and durability of driver floor coverings subjected to impact and abrasion. The obtained values ​​provide information about the performance of the covering. Vehicle floor coverings, generally made of rubber, are also used to provide insulation and anti-slip properties. In heel tests, a testing device that simulates a real environment is used. Tests performed with this device are quick and provide reliable results.

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