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1726
Accessory
Cone Point - 12 mm diameter, 5 kN, 5-16 UNC
432-359
A Cone Point probe of Ø 12.7 mm with angle of 60°.
For compression testing of various components or materials up to 5 kN.
Typically used where compressive force needs to be applied at a point or for penetration into a material over a short distance.…
1727
Accessory
Cone Probe, perspex, 45 degrees, M3
432-081
A perspex conical probe with 45° angle. Cone penetrometry is traditionally used within cosmetics and food products to assess hardness and spreadability. Also applicable for testing biscuits and other similar brittle products. Commonly used with extension…
1728
Accessory
Mounting Plate for CFG+ Compact Force Gauge
432-131
Allows a CFG+ Compact Force Gauge to be mounted onto the crosshead of a test stand. Fixing screws included.
1729
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Compression Plate, Rubber-Faced, 50 mm, 10-32 UNF
432-220
50mm nickel-plated compression plate featuring a rubber layer, which helps to prevent damage from metal-to-metal contact during a compression test. Fitted with 10-32 UNF female thread. Nickel-plated compression plates are resistant to rusting.
1730
Accessory
Self-levelling Compression Plate Steel - 156 mm, 25 kN, QC-20 fitting
MecS223k-156
MecS223k - 156mm diameter:
Self-levelling allows exact parallelism to be set between the upper and lower plates.. ideal for those applications where it is critical to accurately measure the deformation of a sample.
The MecS223 range of hardened steel…
1731
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…
1732
Accessory
Adapter, 5 kN, 5-16 UNC to M10, M to M
432-333
Male-to-male Adapter
Allows a grip to be connected to a force gauge/loadcell or test stand where thread connections are different.
1733
Accessory
Self-levelling Compression Plate Steel - 116 mm, 50 kN, QC-32 fitting
MecS223g-116
MecS223g - 116mm diameter Self-levelling Compression Plate:
Self-levelling allows exact parallelism to be set between the upper and lower plates - ideal for those applications where it is critical to accurately measure the deformation of a sample.
The…
1734
Accessory
Dual Footswitches (locking type) for pneumatic grips
Mec205-2
Pneumatic grips are the ideal choice when performing tensile tests on sensitive materials that have a tendency to slip or break at point of clamping.
Mec 205-2:
Locking dual footswitches open the jaws of the grip by pressing the foot pedal and remain…
1735
Accessory
Self-levelling Compression Plate Steel - 56 mm, 25 kN, QC-20 fitting
MecS223k-56
MecS223k - 56mm diameter:
Self-levelling allows exact parallelism to be set between the upper and lower plates.. ideal for those applications where it is critical to accurately measure the deformation of a sample.
The MecS223 range of hardened steel…
1736
Accessory
Scissor Grip, 5 kN, QC-20 fitting
Mec11-5
MEC11-5 Scissor-action grip (Body only) :
Rated to 5 kN fitted with QC-20 connection.
Spring tension provides enough clamping force to prevent the specimen from slipping when initially inserted. The rated tensile force changes according to the opening…
1737
Accessory
Compression Plate, Vented by Holes & Cone, 50 mm, 5-16 UNC
432-348
Vented compression plates are ideal for top-load/crush testing of containers such as PET bottles.
Holes in the plate allow the passage of air to ensure that air inside the bottle is not compressed thereby falsifying the true measurement of the top-load…
1738
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Cable Cam Grip (small), serrated, 1 kN, 10-32 UNF
432-390
Cable Cam Grip - serrated, small
Designed for holding insulated cables and wire. The sample is secured by the cam, which self-tightens as a load is applied and spreads the load evenly.
Serrated cams are preferred for materials which may be slippy and…
1739
Accessory
standard T-slot fixture table
432-243
This standard fixture table is used for easy configuration and alignment of test fixtures. Fits to a T-slot anvil.
1740
Accessory
Padded Radiused Probe, 500 N, 5-16 UNC
432-414
The Padded Radiused Probe is used with a short extension rod to connect to a digital force gauge to measure tension and compression.
It has a thin layer of rubber and is specially designed for use in manual handling and ergonomic assessment applications…
1741
Accessory
Large Single-action Vice Grip, wave-form, 2 kN, QC-20 fitting
432-267-V02
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 wave-form jaws of 78mm wide x 28mm high having an opening of 0 - 6.5 mm. Provides…
1742
Accessory
Coefficient of Friction COF Fixture (ISO 8295)
432-501
Designed to measure the coefficient of friction (COF) to ISO 8295 between two pieces of material. The COF test determines the kinetic and static resistance of one surface being dragged across another. This friction table can be precisely leveled.
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Comparing FCT with CMT
The flat crush test measures the compressive strength of the fluted structure in finished board, taking into account liners and adhesives.
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Evaluating mechanical properties
Flexural tests yield valuable data on strength, stiffness, and toughness. By examining stress-strain curves from flexural tests, engineers can assess:
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Applications in industrial settings
Insertion and withdrawal testing is not limited to electrical connectors. It is used to validate the performance of:
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Speak to an expert
Mecmesin’s technical specialists can advise on selecting the right fixtures, test methods, and equipment for 135° peel testing.
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Applications across industries
Tensile strength testing is essential in product development, quality control, and certification across multiple sectors:
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Case studies - real-world applications
Medical vial stoppers
A pharmaceutical company tested rubber vial stoppers to ASTM F2132 to ensure they resisted accidental puncture during handling.
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Selecting the right trapezoidal tear testing setup requires understanding both the material and the relevant standards.
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Speak to an expert
Torque testing is a critical part of packaging quality control, ensuring safety, compliance and brand integrity.