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1001
Accessory
Large Single-action Vice Grip, pyramid-faced, 2 kN, QC-20 fitting
432-267
A Large Single-action Vice Grip featuring one fixed jaw and one jaw as freely adjustable to mechanically clamp the specimen in place.
Rated to 2 kN in tension with pyramid-faced jaws of 78mm wide x 28mm high having an opening of 0-9mm. Provides…
1002
Accessory
QC Type D Loadcell Mounting Plate, 19 mm slot, c/w M6 bolt for 500 N S-beam loadcells
432-285
QC Type D Loadcell Mounting Plate c/w M6 bolt.
Fitted with 19 mm slot to suit 500 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.
1003
Accessory
Charger for touchscreen digital gauges, UK, USB-C, 3-pin square
304-059
For use with Mecmesin touchscreen digital force and torque gauges. With 3 square pins. Commonly used in the UK.
The mains adaptor/charger is a USB-C type:
Input:100-240Vac 50/60Hz 0.6A Max
Output: 5V/3A, 9V/3A,12V/2.25A, 3V-9V/3A 9V-11V/2.45A.
1004
Accessory
Float-glass Plates for peel testing on FTP-H1, set of 5
432-651
Set of 5 pieces of Float-glass Plates having 2" width x 5" length (51mm x 127mm). Used for preparing test specimens of pressure-sensitive adhesive tapes and films for testing in accordance with international standards. FINAT, ASTM D3330, PSTC 101 etc…
1005
Accessory
Bench mounting stand for 'ST' range of mid- and high-range static torque transducers
432-401
Bench mounting stand supplied with all screws used for fixing the 'ST' range of mid- and high-range Static Torque Transducers.
Also equipped with an angled fixing bracket to mount the AFTI display at a convenient viewing angle.
A clearance hole at…
1006
Accessory
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.
1007
Accessory
90-degree Peel Jig for FPT-H1
432-620
This 90-degree Peel Jig fits to the FPT-H1 for 90 degree peel testing of pressure sensitive tapes and labels in accordance with international standards.
FINAT FTM2, ASTM D330. PSTC 101 Method F.
It accepts interchangeable float glass and stainless steel…
1008
Sensor
AFTI - Force sensors
Force sensors
The AFTI and AFG are versatile force and torque indicators designed for use with the Mecmesin range of 'Smart' tension and compression loadcells.
Readings are displayed as live values with peak-hold function in both tension and compression.…
1009
Accessory
Small Single-action Vice Grip, 200 N, QC-20 fitting
432-264
A general-purpose Single-action Vice Grip.
Ideal for testing low force flat specimens. The open side design facilitates easy loading of thin, non-rigid samples, which are clamped in place.
Fitted with 30 mm x 30 mm flat-faced jaws and rated to 200 N in…
1010
Accessory
Coefficient of Friction (COF) kit to ISO 15359 for FPT-H1
432-639
Integrated kit for use on the FPT-H1 Friction Tester to enable paper and card coefficient of friction testing to ISO 15359.
Comprises:
- a neoprene-faced sled with magnetic grips
- servo-assisted device for raising and lowering of friction sled
- guide…
1011
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Compression
Compression testing is a way of determining how something will react when a compressive force is applied to it. It typically involves measuring the relationship between the applied force and how much the object deforms.
It is performed to:
1012
Accessory
FINAT 1 Peel Jig for 180 degree testing, QC-20
PDV13016-C
FINAT 1 Peel Jig - 180°
A polished steel plate used for affixing pressure-sensitive adhesive tape in accordance with FINAT 1 test method and other international standards.
Fitted with an adaptor having QC-20mm female hole for connection to the base of…
1013
Accessory
Spare set of 15 needles for Shotcrete Penetrometer
432-519
Set of 15 Penetration Needles for use with the Mecmesin Shotcrete Pentrometer.
Needles fit into the needle-holder supplied as standard with the Shotcrete Penetrometer
1014
Accessory
Excel macro for calculating Z-value (M&S requirement)
840-215
A basic Excel macro which can present the data obtained during "test-to-failure" tests to check the security of attachments in the report-format requested by Marks & Spencer (M&S).
1015
Sensor
Sensors - MultiTest-i & -xt
Force sensors
The ILC range of interchangeable loadcells are specially adapted for the MultiTest-i and -xt test systems. Plug and play for automatic calibration and a range of capacities for all requirements, from 2 N to 50 kN.
View sensor range
1016
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Key methods of penetration resistance testing
Penetration resistance measures a material’s ability to resist intrusion by a probe or object under applied force without tearing, cracking, or losing functional integrity.
Applications include:
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Interpreting breakaway test results
Understanding test outputs is as crucial as conducting the tests themselves.
Slip torque vs bridge torque
Slip torque reflects the resistance encountered before rotation begins—a measure of seal integrity and usability.
1018
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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:
1019
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Methods and applications
Common test methods
Most single lap shear tests are carried out under tensile loading, but the method can vary depending on material type, bond configuration and industry require
1020
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Introduction to penetration and puncture resistance testing
Penetration and puncture resistance testing are essential for evaluating how well a material can withstand force from sharp, pointed, or blunt objects.
1021
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Strain at maximum stress explained
Stress is the applied force, and strain is the resulting deformation. As a specimen is loaded, both stress and strain increase until stress reaches its peak value before the material starts to weaken.
1022
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Introduction to single lap shear testing
Single lap shear testing is a widely used method for determining the shear strength of an adhesive bond between two overlapping materials.
1023
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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<
1024
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Mecmesin’s breakaway torque testing equipment
Mecmesin offers a full suite of equipment to meet the torque testing needs of both R&D labs and production environments, from manual testers to f
1025
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Peel test procedure - step by step
Prepare the specimen: Cut and condition according to the relevant standard.
Set up the machine: Install the correct fixture for the test type.