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Accessory
1/2" upper chuck assembly for use on Helixa sensors (3 N.m & 6 N.m only)
432-617
A standard self-centering 3-jaw chuck with key.
It has a maximum ½" (12.7 mm) opening and is connected to the Helixa torque sensor via an adaptor with female ⅜" square hole.
Used to secure a variety of test specimens for torque applications of 1.5 - 10…
777
Accessory
Lever-operated Cam Grip (small serrated), 500 N, 10-32 UNF
432-383
The small Lever-operated Cam Grip is designed with a plated 30mm wide roller cam to self-tighten as a load is applied to a sample, spreading the load evenly. The lever also allows for quick insertion and release of samples.
Fitted with a 10-32 UNF female…
778
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…
779
Accessory
Cable Cam grip for CrimpTest-1 kN
432-660
Cable Cam Grip for CrimpTest-1 Tester (supplied as standard with the Tester)
The Cable Cam Grip is designed for holding insulated cables and wire when tensile testing the pull strength of terminals up to 1 kN.
The cable is secured by the serrated cam,…
780
Accessory
U-Form Vice Grip - Double Action, 5 kN, 50 mm opening, QC-20 fitting
Mec240g-S50
MEC 240g-S50 (body only):
A U-form 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.
The ‘U-Form’ cut into the aluminium…
781
Accessory
Small Parallel Grip, 500 N, 10-32 UNF
432-394
Small Parallel Grips are designed for tensile testing of small flat components and materials below 500N.
A floating ball screw attachment ensures central loading during tensile testing and wing screws are used to quickly position the jaws.
Jaw faces…
782
Accessory
MLTE 1000 Long Travel Extensometer
432-842
The MLTE 1000 Long Travel Extensometer is designed to be used with Mecmesin test systems when running VectorPro MT materials testing software. It accurately measures strain directly from the test specimen to enable the most accurate calculation of the…
783
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…
784
Accessory
Pneumatic Medium Vice Grip - Single Action, 1 kN, 52 mm opening, pair, QC-20 fitting
Mec240k-S50+Ko
MEC 240k- S50+kO (body only) :
A pair of pneumatically-operated, single-action Medium Vice Grips with an opening of 0-52mm depending on the jaw types selected (sold separately). Each grip is fitted with 1 manual jaw holder + 1 x 50 mm diameter pneumatic…
785
Accessory
U-Form Vice Grip - Double Action, 5 kN, 106 mm opening , QC-20 fitting
Mec240g-S100
MEC 240g-S100 (body only):
A U-form 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.
The ‘U-Form’ cut into the…
786
Accessory
Large Single-action Vice Grip, rubber-faced, 2 kN, QC-20 fitting
432-267-V01
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 rubber-faced jaws of 78mm wide x 28mm high having an opening of 0-9mm. Provides excellent…
787
Accessory
Popper Cam Base, 1 kN, 10-32 UNF
432-179
The Popper Cam Base is used to secure the fabric when testing the strength of press studs ('poppers'), particularly on children’s clothing.
It is secured to the base of the test stand and the popper is fed through the retaining hole and positioned over…
788
Accessory
Floating Peel Jig (ISO 10373-1), 500 N, 10-32 UNF
432-413
The Floating Peel Jig is used to test the peel strength between adhesive layers of flat, rigid samples such as credit cards.
A portion of the top layer is placed between the rollers and held in an upper grip (order separately). As load is applied the…
789
Accessory
3-Point Bend Jig, 1 kN, Aluminium, T-slot base
432-248
A lightweight 3-point Bend Jig with 60 mm high upper and lower anvils of 1.5mm radius. Has a support span up to 120 mm.
Ideal for most low-force bending and snapping applications.
For use with T-slot base plate (432-294) - sold separately - to fit…
790
Accessory
MLTE 700 Long Travel Extensometer
432-841
The MLTE 700 Long Travel Extensometer is designed to be used with Mecmesin test systems when running VectorPro MT materials testing software. It accurately measures strain directly from the test specimen to enable the most accurate calculation of the…
791
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Standards and compliance
International standards ensure penetration and puncture testing is performed consistently for reliable and comparable results.
Key examples include:
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Essential standards for pull-off and pull-out testing
International standards provide consistent methods and equipment requirements for these tests:
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Standards and regulations in shear testing
Several industry standards and protocols govern food shear testing, ensuring repeatable results and regulatory compliance. Examples include:
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Standards and compliance
International standards ensure penetration and puncture testing is performed consistently for reliable and comparable results.
Key examples include:
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Testing standards and guidelines
Tension and compression tests are governed by international standards that ensure comparability and regulatory compliance:
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Understanding TAPPI T 809 standard
TAPPI T 809 is an internationally recognised method for determining the flat crush resistance of corrugated medium.
797
Sensor
Torque Sensors (ETS)
Torque sensors
The Enhanced Torque Sensors (ETS) range of interchangeable torque sensors are specially adapted for the HelixaPro and VortexPro test systems.
Plug and play for automatic calibration with availability to suit all requirements in capacities…
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Case study
L'Institut polytechnique de Worcester (WPI) trouve le bon filon en science des matériaux
Deux enseignants entreprenants du Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) dans le Massachusetts, aux États-Unis, font de l'étude de la science des matériaux une expérience pratique et engageante que certains de leurs étudiants qualifient tout simplement d…
799
Event
Medical Devices – Syringe & Needle Testing Fundamentals
Vial sealing is a critical step in the process of ‘fill and finish’ operations for vaccines and medications, as it defines the seal quality of the final product, ensuring sterility and preventing leakage.
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BS EN ISO 9626
This International Standard specifies the dimensions, surface and mechanical properties of normal- and thin-walled tubing of designated metric sizes 3,4 mm to 0,3 mm, and of extra-thin-walled tubing of designated metric sizes 2,1 mm to 0,6 mm.