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Types of edge crush tests and methodologies
TAPPI and ISO standards
ECT is governed by internationally recognised standards that ensure accuracy, repeatability, and comparability of results.
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Key standards in compressive deformation testing
Compliance with recognised standards ensures that results are accurate, repeatable, and accepted by regulatory bodies. Examples include:
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Loop tack test standards
Several international standards govern loop tack testing to ensure results are consistent and repeatable:
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Standards for friction testing
Mecmesin systems comply with a range of international standards to ensure consistency and comparability of results:
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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
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Government
The general government sector covers institutions and public bodies where regulations and standards must be strictly adhered to.
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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…
708
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…
709
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Wedge Grip (small), 500 N, 10-32 UNF
432-385
The small, lightweight Wedge Grip is ideal for tensile testing below 500 N.
A spring-loaded lever ensures the serrated jaws (16mm wide x 20mm high) are easy to open for fast securing and release of samples. As load is applied, the self-tightening action…
710
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Container Holder, 100 N, 10-190 mm
432-411
A versatile gripping fixture to hold containers when conducting low-force pull-off tests on closures and other fixings (eg. flip-cap lids).
4-pegs hold the container on an adjustable lead-screw and the knob secures the container tightly in place.…
711
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Fabric Grip, 200 N, 10-32 UNF
432-386
Fabric grips are designed for tensile and elongation testing of fabric and thin materials below 200N.
Material is gripped between two smooth spring-loaded faces which are clamped together by two locking nuts at either side of the grip to ensure the…
712
Accessory
Pneumatic Medium Vice Grip - Single Action, 1 kN, 20 mm opening, pair, QC-20 fitting
Mec240k-S20+Ko
MEC 240k- S20+kO (body only) :
A pair of pneumatically-operated, single-action Medium Vice Grips with an opening of 0-20mm depending on the jaw types selected. Each grip is fitted with 1 manual jaw holder + 1 x 50 mm diameter pneumatic piston.
This…
713
Accessory
3/8" Upper Chuck Assembly for use on Helixa sensors
432-615
A standard self-centering 3-jaw chuck with key.
It has a maximum ⅜" (9.5 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…
714
Accessory
Pneumatic Medium Vice Grip - Single Action, 1 kN, 10 mm opening, pair, QC-20 fitting
Mec240k+Ko
MEC 240k +kO (body only) :
A pair of pneumatically-operated, Single-action Medium Vice Grips with an opening of 0-10mm depending on the jaw types selected (sold separately).
Each grip is fitted with 1 manual jaw holder + 1 x 50 mm diameter pneumatic…
715
Accessory
Wood Shear Test Jig, 25 kN, QC-20 or QC-32 fitting
Mec17
Wood Shear Tester DIN 52367, with torque-free shearing for wood samples according to ISO 6238, EN 392 and for glued laminated timber to BS 373. ASTM D143 version also available.
Connects to test stand and loadcell via QC 20mm or 32mm fixings. Please…
716
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Small Parallel Grip, 500 N, M6
432-211
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…
717
Accessory
Pull Peel Wheel Fixture, QC-20 fitting
432-265
The pull peel wheel fixture is designed for mounting to the base of a motorised test stand to test the peel strength of flexible adhesive-backed materials (eg. tapes).
Specimens are wound around the Pull Peel Wheel and the free end is clamped in a…
718
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…
719
Accessory
Upper Key-operated Chuck, square drive, for use with Vortex sensors
432-444
Upper ‘key-operated’ 4-jaw Chuck (small)
Fitted with a square-drive adapter for connection to 'Vortex' torque sensors. Supplied with dedicated chuck-key and 3 different sets of interchangeable jaws. Max.opening 50mm depending on jaws selected.
Used for…
720
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Fabric Grip, 100 N, 10-32 UNF
432-384
Fabric grips are designed for tensile and elongation testing of fabric and thin materials below 100N.
Material is gripped between two smooth spring-loaded faces which are clamped together by two locking nuts at either side of the grip to ensure the…
721
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U-form Pneumatic Vice Grip - Single Action, 2.5 kN, 18 mm opening, pair, QC-20 fitting
Mec240g+Ko
MEC 240g +kO (body only) :
A pair of pneumatically-operated, Single-action U-form Vice Grips with an opening of 0-18mm depending on the jaw types selected (sold separately). Each grip is fitted with 1 manual jaw holder + 1 x 70 mm diameter pneumatic…
722
Accessory
FPT-H1 loadcell calibration checking kit
432-635
For checking the calibration accuracy of loadcell type HILC used on the FPT-H1 Friction-Peel-Tear Tester.
Comprises a fixing plate with pulley, bench clamp and cord.
For use with Lightweight hanger and masses (part numbers 432-655 and 432-656).
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Peel Grip for FPT-H1, 50 mm rubber-faced jaws, QC-8 fitting
432-654
This Peel Grip can be used in conjunction with the FPT-H1 90 degree peel fixture kit (part no. 432-620) or the FPT-H1 180 degree peel fixture kit (part no. 432-636). It is preferred over the standard hook fixture when the drawn part of the sample is non-…
724
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Pneumatic Lift Mechanism to aid testing CRC closures on Vortex
PDV12112
Pneumatic Lift Mechanism to aid operation of Vortex Torque Testers when testing Child-Resistant (CRC) closures.
Raises and lowers the masses which are required as axial load to engage the child-resistant mechanism of closures.
Supplied with 50 N weight…
725
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Large Pneumatic Plane Grips, pyramid-faced jaws, 1 kN, Pair, QC-20 fitting
432-276
A pair of pneumatically-operated, single-action Large Pneumatic Plane Grips with an opening of 0-14 mm.
Each 30mm high x 51mm wide jaw is fitted with a pyramidal surface to secure specimens tightly. The specimen is held between the fixed jaw and the…