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1001
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Best practices for reliable torque testing
Accurate and repeatable torque testing depends on attention to several technical factors.
1002
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The 3-Point Bend test goes to Summer School
Both Dr. Cote and Grubbs agree that one of the highlights of their year is the Materials Science summer course for high school students, where they had students design their own candy composites.
1003
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What is Young’s modulus?
Young’s modulus - also known as the modulus of elasticity or elastic modulus - defines how stiff a material is when a force is applied.
1004
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Introduction to five-point bend testing
The five-point bend test is a specialised method for assessing the mechanical performance of structural panels, particularly their resistance to planar shear forces.
1005
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Types of peel tests
90° peel test
This method is used for flexible-to-rigid bonds, where the flexible layer is peeled away at a right angle to the substrate. It is common for:
1006
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What is torque testing?
Torque testing measures the rotational force required to turn or twist an object. In packaging, it is most often applied to closures such as caps, lids and twist-top mechanisms to ensure they open and close within defined performance limits.
1007
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Mecmesin equipment for 180 degree peel testing
Mecmesin provides a complete range of test solutions designed for accurate and repeatable peel strength measurement.
1008
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Why choose Mecmesin for edge crush testing
Standards-compliant precision testing
Mecmesin’s ECT solutions meet the requirements of both TAPPI T 811 and ISO 3037.
1009
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How running torque is measured
Running torque is typically measured using precision torque sensors mounted within a controlled test stand. The component under test is rotated at a defined speed, and torque is measured continuously during motion.
1010
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Key testing methods
Different materials require different approaches to compressive hardness testing. The most common methods are:
1011
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Secant modulus testing with Mecmesin
Mecmesin testing systems such as the OmniTest and MultiTest-dV
1012
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Introduction to tension methods
Tension methods are a core approach in texture analysis, used to measure how a material behaves when subjected to a pulling force until it deforms or fails.
1013
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Introduction to tear testing
Tear testing is a quality control procedure used to measure the resistance of a material to tearing under controlled conditions.
1014
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Students meet the Mecmesin MultiTest
Having spent time with the Mecmesin team and seen their material testers in action, WPI opted to invest in three Mecmesin MultiTest 2.5-dV testers.
1015
Accessory
Lightweight hanger and 5 N slotted mass for verifying FPT 10 N
432-655
A lightweight hanger and an M1 slotted mass of 5N.
For use with the FPT-H1 loadcell calibration checking kit (432-635) to verify the accuracy of HILC 10 N loadcells.
1016
Accessory
Height Scale Bracket Kit for LCP/S Test Stand
432-159
Bracket Set only. Used for mounting of a Mitutoyo ABS-type Digital Height Scale to the lever-operated Manual Test Stand model LCP/S.
Note: Height-scale not included
1017
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.
1018
Sensor
Sensors - Helixa
Torque sensors
The HTC range of interchangeable torque sensors are specially adapted for the Helixa test system. Plug and play for automatic calibration with availability to suit all requirements in capacities from 0.1 N.m (0.9 lbf.in) to 6 N.m (50 lbf.in…
1019
Accessory
QC Type C Adapter, 20 mm M, c/w pin and M6 fixing screws
432-284
QC Male Post 20mm c/w cross-pin, locking collar…
1020
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.
1021
Accessory
Co-efficient of Friction (COF) Sled for ASTM D1894 and ISO 8295, 200g (foam), FPT-H1
432-633
A neoprene-faced sled with magnetic grips, for testing coefficient of friction of paper samples to TAPPI T549. Supplied with rigid and extensible links.
For use on the FPT-H1 Friction Tester.
1022
Accessory
Orbis and Tornado Mk II/Vortex torque cell accuracy check rig
432-621
This bench-top unit enables the on-site verification of the calibration status of Orbis MkII, Tornado MkII testers, and static torque sensors rated from 1.5 N.m to 10 N.m. Using dead-weight masses, the kit allows you to quickly decide whether or not…
1023
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.
1024
Accessory
Split Mandrel for Stelvin aluminium closure, pneumatic
PDV14181
Suitable for Stelvin aluminium closures.
Pneumatically-operated chuck complete with half-round jaws with wire-eroded faces, for use with Vortex Upper Fixing Plate (432-321). Supplied with pneumatic valves and tubes.
Specify closure diameter when…
1025
Accessory
Split Mandrel for Stelvin aluminium closure, pneumatic
PDV14181
Suitable for Stelvin aluminium closures.
Pneumatically-operated chuck complete with half-round jaws with wire-eroded faces, for use with Vortex Upper Fixing Plate (432-321). Supplied with pneumatic valves and tubes.
Specify closure diameter when…