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Methods of testing tensile strength
The most common method is the uniaxial tensile test.
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Industry applications
Automotive industry
Seat cushions - Testing confirms comfort, resilience, and long-term shape retention
Gaskets - Ensures seals remai
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What is lap shear testing under compression?
Lap shear testing under compressive load is a mechanical test used to determine the strength of adhesive joints subjected to shear forces while under compressive stress.
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Equibiaxial flexure compression testing via the concentric ring method is a powerful tool for evaluating material strength under realistic, multi-directional stresses.
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Why is the trapezoidal tear test important?
Tear resistance is a critical measure of a material’s durability, particularly in applications where the material may be subject to punctures, cuts, or repeated stress.
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Industry applications and case examples
Heavy industrial packaging - A manufacturer supplying boxes for machine components integrated routine CMT testing to track performance trends.
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Applications of short span compression testing
SCT is widely applied in quality assurance, R&D, and material qualification:
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What is peel testing
A peel test measures the force needed to separate two bonded materials, usually by applying force at a set angle until the adhesive bond fails.
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What is texture testing?
Texture testing is the instrumental measurement of a product’s physical response to an applied force.
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Benefits of standardised Delft tear testing
Consistency - Eliminates variation in testing methods for reliable comparisons.
Quality assurance - Demonstrates compliance with industry regulations and specifications.
R&D effici
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Tensile and compression testing are essential for understanding material behaviour and ensuring that components perform safely and reliably in their intended environment.
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Why is 180 degree peel testing important
Peel adhesion is critical to the performance and safety of many products.
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Test method and procedure
In a climbing drum peel test, one end of a bonded specimen is clamped to a rotating drum while the other end is fixed to the crosshead of the test machine.
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Introduction to closure torque testing
Closure torque testing measures the rotational force required to apply or remove a closure, such as a bottle cap, jar lid, or other sealing component, from its container.
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Evaluating mechanical properties
Flexural tests yield valuable data on strength, stiffness, and toughness. By examining stress-strain curves from flexural tests, engineers can assess:
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Why is torque to turn testing important?
Torque to turn testing plays a critical role in evaluating the performance, reliability and quality of rotating components.
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Understanding peel resistance
Peel resistance is the force required to separate two bonded surfaces through a peeling motion. This force is measured using a tensile test system equipped with a peel fixture.
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What is 180 degree peel testing
The 180 degree peel test is a recognised method for measuring the strength of adhesive bonds when a material is peeled back on itself at a constant angle of 180 degrees.
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Share and analyse data
All test data can be automatically exported in a format of your choice, from text files and tabulated formats, to Microsoft Excel and email. Data can be exported directly through RS-232 for data-analysis packages.
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Case studies
Medical gloves - Manufacturers test to ASTM D412-16 to ensure gloves stretch over the hand without tearing and recover enough for a secure fit.
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Introduction to compressive burst testing
Compressive burst testing is a specialised method for determining the maximum internal pressure a container can withstand before structural failure.
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Why flexural strength is important
Flexural strength testing is a vital tool for ensuring material reliability and safety in end-use conditions.
Applications across industries:
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Puncture resistance testing methods
Puncture resistance measures the ability of a material to withstand an actual perforation event, simulating damage from sharp or pointed objects.
Applications include:
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Standards and specifications
Fastening torque testing is governed by international and sector-specific standards to ensure consistency and repeatability: