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Anchorage strength testing
Definition and purpose
Anchorage strength testing evaluates how securely a component is fixed into place, whether crimped, inserted, bonde
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Mechanical components and assemblies
The successful design and production of mechanical components requires careful attention to be paid to many elements, such as material combinations and machining capabilities.
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Calculating secant modulus
Accurate calculation requires stress-strain data, typically obtained from tensile, compressive, or
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Applications in adhesive bond testing
Adhesive bond testing through shear in tension is essential for understanding how adhesives perform under load.
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What is yield point?
The yield point is the point on a stress-strain curve where a material begins to deform plastically. Before this point, deformation is elastic and reversible. Beyond it, the material undergoes permanent change.
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Understanding compressive properties
Compressive properties describe how a material responds to being pressed, squeezed or compacted.
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Applications in industry
Construction materials
Cleavage strength testing is used to verify the integrity of structural materials such as laminated timber beams, bonded façade panels, and composite structures.
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What is compression texture testing?
Compression texture testing is a method used to determine how a food product responds when force is applied. It measures properties such as firmness, consistency, and deformability by pressing into the sample with a controlled load.
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Introduction to loop tack testing
Loop tack testing is a specialist method used to evaluate the initial tack, or quick stick, of pressure-sensitive adhesives (PSAs).
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Introduction to compression testing
Compression testing is a core mechanical test method used to evaluate how materials and products behave when subjected to a compressive load.
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Applications in advanced ceramics and composites
Four-point bend testing is the preferred approach for assessing the flexural strength of advanced ceramics<
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Introduction to T-peel testing
T-peel testing is a specialised method for determining the adhesive bond strength between two flexible materials joined together.
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Applications of compressive modulus testing
Compressive modulus data is essential in sectors where compressive stiffness determines performance and safety.
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FAQs about torque to turn testing
What is the difference between breakaway and running torque?
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Introduction to cleavage strength testing
Cleavage strength testing is a specialised method for assessing a material or adhesive joint’s ability to resist forces that try to split it apart along a bond line.
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Applications in industry
The five-point bend test is an essential tool for quality control and product development in several sectors:
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How shear testing works
Food shear testing replicates cutting or slicing actions. A blade or fixture is passed through a sample while the force required is recorded. The process generally includes:
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Custom-fit material testing services
Tailored fixtures and adaptations
Accurate testing often depends on the right fixture design.
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Physiology
We exert force and torque with our muscles in almost all our everyday activities.
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Accessory
Safety guard for fitting to MultiTest 2.5-i /-xt/-dV motorised test stands (500 mm)
432-682
Mecmesin's standard safety guards are designed to prevent access by the operator to the testing area whilst the test is in progress. Guards feature an aluminium frame with integrated polycarbonate panels to allow the operator to view the test area from…
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Accessory
Pyramid (serrated) jaws for Mec154 Heavy-duty Vice Grip, 20kN, 40 x 100 mm
Mec154-BP100
Pyramid Jaws (40mm high x 100mm wide) - nickel-plated having a surface of hardened steel pyramids of 1.2mm tall.
Opening span = 0 - 13 mm.
For materials which need a “bite” to secure a good grip (e.g. soft metals {aluminium, copper, soft steel, paper…
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Accessory
Dual Handswitches (locking type) for pneumatic grips
Mec205-3
Pneumatic grips are the ideal choice when performing tensile tests on sensitive materials that have a tendency to slip or break at point of clamping.
Mec205-3:
Locking dual handswitches open the jaws of the grip by pushing the lever and remain open after…
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Accessory
Quadratische perforierte Druckplatte aus Aluminium, 150 x 150mm, Schnellwechsel-Befestigung QC-20 oder QC-32
Mec36L-150-L6x20
MEC36L-150-L6x20:
Diese quadratische Platte aus Aluminium eignet sich für Druckprüfungen mit Probestücken aus Schaum. Mit Perforationen ausgestattet, um die Luft während des Tests freizugeben.
Lochgrösse 6 mm Ø in Abstand von 20 mm.
Abmessungen: 150 x…
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Pyramid (serrated) jaws for Lightweight Pneumatic Plane Grip, 200 N, 25 x 50 mm
Mec94-BP50
Pyramid Jaws (25mm high x 50mm wide) - nickel-plated having a surface of hardened steel pyramids of 1.2mm tall.
Opening span = 0 - 20 mm.
For materials which need a “bite” to secure a good grip (e.g. soft metals {aluminium, copper, soft steel, paper…