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Case study
Medical sharps bin puncture resistance
Customised engineering example
International standards (ASTM F2132, BS 7320, BS 23907) specify the puncture resistance of medical sharps containers.
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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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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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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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Accessory
QC Type E Loadcell Mounting Plate, 19 mm slot c/w M10 bolt for 1 kN S-beam loadcell
432-286
QC Type E Loadcell Mounting Plate c/w M10 bolt.
Fitted with 19 mm slot to suit 1000 N S-beam loadcells. The M10 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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Accessory
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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Accessory
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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Accessory
Pneumatic Medium Vice Grip - Double Action, 1 kN, 52 mm opening, pair, QC-20 fitting
Mec240k-S50+2Ko
MEC 240k- S50+2kO (body only) :
A pair of pneumatically-operated, Double-action Medium Vice Grips with an opening of 0-52mm depending on the jaw types selected (sold separately). Each grip is fitted with 2 x 50 mm diameter pneumatic pistons, which allow…
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Accessory
U-Form Pneumatic Vice Grip - Double Action, 2.5 kN, 18 mm opening, pair, QC-20 fitting
Mec240g+2Ko
MEC 240g +2kO (body only) :
A pair of pneumatically-operated, Double-action U-form Vice Grips with an opening of 0-18mm depending on the jaw types selected (sold separately).
Each grip is fitted with 2 x 70 mm diameter pneumatic pistons, which allow…
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Accessory
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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Accessory
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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Accessory
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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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.
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Accessory
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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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…
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Accessory
U-Form Pneumatic Vice Grip - Double Action, 2.5 kN, 18 mm opening, pair, QC-20 fitting
Mec240g+2Ko
MEC 240g +2kO (body only) :
A pair of pneumatically-operated, Double-action U-form Vice Grips with an opening of 0-18mm depending on the jaw types selected (sold separately).
Each grip is fitted with 2 x 70 mm diameter pneumatic pistons, which allow…
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Accessory
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…
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Accessory
Edge Crush Test Guide Blocks
PDV14137
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 Edge Crush Test Guide Blocks support the test piece on the…