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Case study
Grenade cartridge sheath projectile separation pull testing
Requirement
When manufacturing ammunition, the projectile is set into the case and it is crimped or sealed in place.
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Case study
Shotgun cartridge separation force and crimp strength testing
Requirement
When making small arms ammunition, such as shotgun cartridges, the shot pellets, wad and powder are contained in a plastic case.
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Case study
Bullet extraction and seating force testing
Requirement
When making ammunition, the projectile is set into the casing and it is crimped or sealed in place. The "neck" of the cartridge has natural tension but the crimp/sealant does the bulk of the work in keeping the projectile in place.
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Accessory
Charger for digital gauges, UK, 230 V, 3-pin square
304-005
For use with Mecmesin digital force and torque gauges. 230 Volt with 3 square pins. Commonly used in the UK.
The mains adaptor/charger is a constant-current type:
Primary circuit: 230V – 50Hz
Secondary circuit: 100mA constant current at 9V Charger…
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Accessory
Spring-Loaded Fold Grip, 2 kN, QC-20 fitting
432-262
Fitted with a 45mm wide roller cam having a cross-hatch knurled surface. The roller closes onto a serrated contact face of the grip body.
The specimen is folded around the knurled roller to give maximum contact area. As a load is applied to the…
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Case study
DVD removal force test
Requirement
The customer, a leading supplier of boxed DVD’s, had experienced a wide variation in the amount of force required to remove the DVD from the central spigot of the case.
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Accessory
Charger for digital gauges, Europe, 230 V, 2-pin round
304-004
For use with Mecmesin digital force and torque gauges. 220 Volt with 2 round pins. Commonly used in Europe, South America and Asia.
The mains adaptor/charger is a constant-current type:
Primary circuit: 230V – 50Hz
Secondary circuit: 100mA constant…
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Accessory
Transit Case for Manual Handling/Ergonomic Kit
416-007
A foam-lined rugged metal case for the components of the advanced or basic manual handling kit. Supplied as standard with the kit, has space for: a force gauge including rechargeable batteries, mains adaptor / battery charger, gripping cradle, chain link…
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Accessory
Wedge Grip, 10 kN, QC-20 fitting
MecS622
MecS622 (body only) :
Lever-action wedge grip with it's lever being positioned at the front for easy operation.
The open back of this wedge grip allows wider samples to be fitted, although still held across the central 34 mm width.
Supplied as body…
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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…
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Accessory
U-Form Vice Grip - Double Action, 5 kN, 28 mm opening, QC-20 fitting
Mec240g
MEC 240g (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…
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Accessory
Eccentric Roller Grip - Smooth roller against rubber base, 1 kN, QC-20 fitting
Mec7-1-SR
MEC7-1-SR Eccentric Cam Grip
Fitted with a smooth-faced 50mm wide roller cam and a rubber-coating on the contact face of the grip body. As a load is applied to a specimen the cam self-tightens, spreading the load evenly. Used for specimens where a…
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Accessory
Eccentric Roller Grip - Smooth roller against rubber base, 1 kN, QC-20 fitting
Mec7-1-SR
MEC7-1-SR Eccentric Cam Grip
Fitted with a smooth-faced 50mm wide roller cam and a rubber-coating on the contact face of the grip body. As a load is applied to a specimen the cam self-tightens, spreading the load evenly. Used for specimens where a…
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Accessory
U-Form Vice Grip - Double Action, 5 kN, 28 mm opening, QC-20 fitting
Mec240g
MEC 240g (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…
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Accessory
Wedge Grip, 10 kN, QC-20 fitting
MecS622
MecS622 (body only) :
Lever-action wedge grip with it's lever being positioned at the front for easy operation.
The open back of this wedge grip allows wider samples to be fitted, although still held across the central 34 mm width.
Supplied as body…
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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…
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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…
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Product
Cork extraction tester
CombiCork
PDV13177
The CombiCork is a purpose-built tester to reliably and objectively measure the release torque (and optionally the pull-out force) when extracting a cork from a sparkling wine or spirits bottle.
Its innovative bottle clamping design makes it quick and…
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Accessory
Ring Crush Test - Carrier plus Ring Compression Test Insert
PSV21099
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 Ring Compression Test Carrier and selected size island Insert…
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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…
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Case study
Pharmaceutical tablet crush and break strength
Requirement
Many products come in tablet form, with a durability designed for both packaging and for use. Too brittle or too hard, and they may not be fit for use, or at best perform below expectation.
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Case study
Dosage control torque tests for metered inhalers, auto-injectors and insulin pens
Requirement
It goes without saying that the correct administering and proper dose of medicine is fundamental to ensuring the best chance of patient recovery and wellbeing.
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Product
Cap torque tester
Orbis
876-107
The Orbis digital torque tester is ideally suited for basic clockwise and counter-clockwise torque tests.Manually operated and measuring up to 6 N.m its capacity is ideal for most caps and closures which are intended to be opened by hand.
Providing data…
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Case study
Testing Kevlar material and stab-proof vests
Requirement
Kevlar® has many applications in the modern world ranging from bicycle tyres, racing sails through to protective gloves and body armour.
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Product
Abrasion and Pilling Tester
Martindale
902-964
Martindale Abrasion and Pilling Tester with TestWise Touch™, available with up to 9 stations and adaptable to test a wide range of applications including textiles, socks, leather, coated upholstery, carpets, wood and shirt collars.
Developed by our…