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In the impedance tube test, the object is tested with regard to its sound absorption capacity. The sound absorption capacity describes the sound absorbing vs. reflecting properties of the test object. When testing in the impedance tube, only very small samples are needed, ideal for prototypes and for comparative investigations in product development.

Impedance tube of the company Mecanum Siemens

Testing properties

  • Testing according to DIN EN ISO 10534-2
  • Impedance tube of the company Mecanum Siemens
  • Impedance tube developed by the Institute for Hearing Technology and Acoustics (IHTA) of the RWTH and TFI
  • Testing of multi-layered unbonded structures, ideal for floor and wall systems

Suitable product types

  • decoration fabrics,
  • interior sun protection
  • resilient floor coverings
  • home textiles
  • multilayer modular floor coverings (MMF)
  • laminate
  • upholstery fabrics
  • parquet and wood floor coverings
  • textile floor coverings
  • laying underlays
  • wall and ceiling coverings
  • sports flooring systems
Impedance tube during testing. Sound visualised with the acoustic camera. The impedance tube is a development of the Institute for Hearing Technology and Acoustics (IHTA) of the RWTH and the TFI.

YOUR CONTACT PERSON

Florian Guttenbacher, M.Sc.

Phone: +49 241 9679-00

support@tfi-aachen.de

YOUR CONTACT PERSON

Dr.-Ing. Andreas Zoëga

Head of Testing Laboratory / Building Physics

Phone: +49 241 9679-00

support@tfi-aachen.de