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Abrasion
Abrasion is the surface wear caused by rubbing with another material. The consumer would expect textiles and other products to withstand a certain amount of deterioration.
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Bakery
Consumers have very particular expectations of how bakery products should feel and behave during consumption. Deviations from this ideal are often perceived as a loss in quality.
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How wing tear testing is performed
Specimen geometry and preparation
Testing accuracy begins with correct specimen preparation. For wing tear tests, samples are cut into shapes with two projecting wings joined by a narrow central region where the tear initiates.
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Magnets and solenoids
Solenoids, a type of electromagnet generating a uniform magnetic field when an electric current is passed through it, have applications in many different types of industries.
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Methods for lap shear testing
Single lap shear test procedure
In a single lap shear test, two specimens are bonded with an adhesive in an overlapping configuration.
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What is the Concora crush test?
Definition and overview
The Concora Crush Test (CCT) is a standardised method used to measure the crush strength of corrugated medium, specifically the fluted inner layer of corrugated board.
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The process of tension testing
Tension testing follows a defined process to ensure accuracy and repeatability:
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The science behind chord modulus
Definition and importance
Chord modulus is determined by drawing a straight line, known as the chord, between two points on the stress-strain curve.
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Software
VectorPro force testing software
VectorPro® software
VectorPro is our advanced force testing software package developed to perform tensile, shear, bend and compression tests on materials, components and products. Present measurement data graphically and share customised test reports…
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V-jaw vice clamp, four jaws on screw-action adjuster, QC-20 fitting
432-678
432-678 is a vice fixture for mounting to the base of a test stand when performing tension and compression tests. It has four jaws, with two jaws being vertically spaced on either side. This provides increased stability by clamping at alternate heights on…
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Rotating Crimp Receptacle (RCR), 1 kN, 10-32 UNF and 5-16 UNC
432-379
Rotating Crimp Receptacle (RCR)
A versatile crimp termination holder that accommodates a wide range of terminal sizes.
The inner slotted ring rotates to fit up to 8 different-sized crimp terminals. The shoulder of the terminal rests against the inner…
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Heavy-duty Textile Grip, 50 kN, QC-32 fitting
432-434
Heavy-duty Textile Grips are designed for tensile testing of high strength fabrics, textiles and webbing, which require special grips to prevent specimen slippage.
By winding the belt around the split bodies the stresses in the sample are distributed,…
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ISO 2409
Describes a test method for assessing the resistance of paint coatings to separation from substrates when a right-angle lattice pattern is cut into the coating, penetrating through to the substrate.
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V-jaw vice clamp, three jaws with quick release lever, 500N, QC-20 fitting
432-677
432-677 is a vice fixture for mounting to the base of a test stand when performing tension and compression tests. It has three jaws, two vertically spaced on one side, clamping with a single jaw at mid-height. The double jaw is precisely adjusted with a…
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QC Type G Loadcell Mounting Plate, 25 mm slot c/w M16 bolt for 25 kN S-beam loadcell
432-288
QC Type F Loadcell Mounting Plate c/w M16 bolt.
Fitted with 25 mm slot to suit 25kN S-beam loadcell. The M16 bolt is used to secure the mounting plate onto the loadcell so that a QC type C Male Post (432-284) can be affixed to the loadcell.
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Horizontal feet kit for 2.5 kN single-column test stand (on side)
PDV11065
Feet kit for the horizontal operation of a MultiTest motorised test.
When fitted the front panel of the test stand will be on its side for ease-of-operation by the user.
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3-Jaw Popper Pull-off Fixture, 500 N, 10-32 UNF
432-409
The 3-Jaw Popper Pull-Off Fixture is supplied fitted to a short chain link assembly having a 10-32 UNF female thread. It is used for to securely holding 13-15 ligne press-studs ('poppers') when carrying out pull-off "test-to-failure" tests.
Typically…
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QC Type M Loadcell Mounting Plate, 13 mm slot c/w M6 bolt for 100 N and 200 N S-beam loadcells
432-452
QC Type M Loadcell Mounting Plate c/w M6 bolt.
Fitted with 13 mm slot to suit 100 N and 200 N S-beam loadcells. The M6 bolt is used to secure the mounting plate onto the loadcell so that a QC type C Male Post (432-284) can be affixed to the loadcell.
570
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LTE 700 mm long travel extensometer2
432-700
Long Travel Extensometers (LTE) are designed to be used with Mecmesin test systems when running VectorPro MT materials testing software. They accurately measure strain directly from the test specimen to enable the most accurate calculation of the physical…
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Flat Crush Test Upper and Lower Plates with Modified Anvil Plate and Self-Adjusting Adapter
PDV11089
A number of test methods and standards employed by various industry bodies call upon specific crush fixtures and associated accessories to be used in conjunction with a compression tester. The Flat Crush Test fixtures support the test piece on the lower…
572
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QC Type F Loadcell Mounting Plate, 25 mm slot c/w M12 bolt for 2.5 kN, 5 kN and 10 kN S-beam loadcells
432-287
QC Type F Loadcell Mounting Plate c/w M12 bolt.
Fitted with 25 mm slot to suit 2500N - 10kN S-beam loadcells. The M12 bolt is used to secure the mounting plate onto the loadcell so that a QC type C Male Post (432-284) can be affixed to the loadcell.
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Lightweight Vice Grip - Double Action, 100 N, Opening 0-8mm, 10-32 UNF
Mec227
MEC 227 (body only):
A Lightweight Vice Grip providing free adjustment of both jaws, allowing them to be aligned around the central axis to accommodate tensile testing of both symmetrical and asymmetrical specimens.
Rated to 100 N in tension with an…
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Horizontal feet kit for 2.5 kN single-column test stand (on side)
PDV11065
Feet kit for the horizontal operation of a MultiTest motorised test.
When fitted the front panel of the test stand will be on its side for ease-of-operation by the user.
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Lightweight Vice Grip - Double Action, 250 N, Opening 0-8mm, 10-32 UNF
Mec227
MEC 227 (body only):
A Lightweight Vice Grip providing free adjustment of both jaws, allowing them to be aligned around the central axis to accommodate tensile testing of both symmetrical and asymmetrical specimens.
Rated to 250 N in tension with an…