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Accessory
sample holder for standard fixture table
432-244
Fits to the standard fixture table (432-243) and used for easy configuration and alignment of test fixtures. The small-sample holder has been designed to accommodate spherical or irregular samples. Three sizes of holding plate are supplied.
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Blank (smooth) jaws for Mec240g U-Form Vice Grip, 5 kN, 30 x 100 mm
Mec240g-B100
Blank Jaws (30mm x 100mm) - smooth steel jaw. Allows the user to machine or affix own surface (eg. abrasive 'emery' paper).
Opening span = see datasheet for various spans according to the grip body selected.
Supplied as 0.5 set = 2 jaws (left…
1103
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…
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Accessory
Diamond coated jaws for Mec240k Medium Vice Grip, 30 x 100 mm
Mec240k-BD100
Diamond Jaws (30mm x 100mm) - nickel-plated having clamping surface coated with synthetic diamonds.
Opening span = see datasheet for various spans according to the grip body selected.
For materials which need a “bite” to secure a good grip (e.g. soft…
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Accessory
Diamond coated jaws for Mec83 U-Form Pneumatic Vice Grip, 5 kN, 40 x 100 mm
Mec83-BD100
Diamond Jaws (40mm x 100mm) - nickel-plated having clamping surface coated with synthetic diamonds.
Opening span = 0-10mm, 10-20mm or 20-30mm depending on which rod and piston are fitted to the Mec83 body.
For materials which need a “bite” to secure a…
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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…
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Test Frame
MultiTest-dV test frame
MultiTest-dV test frame
A ballscrew-driven motorised test frame designed to apply tension and compression from 2 N right up to a capacity of 2.5 kN (550 lbf).Its versatile construction makes it perfectly suited for testing all kinds of components in a…
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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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FAQs about torque to turn testing
What is the difference between breakaway and running torque?
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Equipment and procedures
A flat crush tester comprises two smooth, parallel platens, one fixed and one moving under controlled load application. The conditioned specimen is placed between the platens with flutes oriented vertically.
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Methods for measuring coefficient of friction
The most widely adopted technique for measuring both static and kinetic coefficients of friction (COF) is the hori
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Tension testing process
Tension testing is the most common method for evaluating tensile deformation and produces quantitative data on how materials behave under controlled pulling forces.
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Introduction to rotational shear testing
Rotational shear testing is a specialised method used to measure the torque or twisting force required to deform a material or component.
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Mecmesin equipment for torque to turn testing
Mecmesin offers a range of precision torque test systems, including the OmniTest and
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Understanding compressive deformation
Compressive deformation is the change in shape or size of a material when it is subjected to compressive forces. This can involve a reduction in length, thickness, or volume when an object is pressed or squeezed.
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Overview of TerraFixing
TerraFixing is dedicated to combating climate change through affordable and scalable Direct Air Carbon Capture (DAC).
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How is torque to turn testing performed?
Torque to turn testing typically involves mounting the test specimen in a secure fixture, aligning the axis of rotation, and applying torque until the component begins to move.
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Puncture and shear testing techniques and equipment
Testing involves applying a force to a clamped specimen until the material fails, with the method determined by the applicable standard.
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Industry applications of flexural testing
Plastics and thermoplastics
Flexural testing reveals the stiffness, yield point, and failure mode of plastics, informing mate
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Coefficient of friction (COF) explained
Understanding the COF formula
The coefficient of friction (μ) is a dimensionless value calculated as:
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Introduction to material mechanics
Material mechanics is the study of how materials respond to forces such as tension, compression, torsion and shear. It is a core discipline within engineering, underpinning design, manufacturing and quality assurance across many sectors.
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Understanding tear strength and its importance
Tear strength measures the force a material can withstand before a tear propagates. It covers both the initial rupture and the resistance to further tearing once damage has started.
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Key testing methods
Different materials require different approaches to compressive hardness testing. The most common methods are:
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Testing procedures for electrical connectors
For electrical connectors, insertion and withdrawal testing is essential to ensure reliable contact, mechanical robustness, and compliance with relevant standards.<
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Standards for top-load testing
ASTM D2659
Specifies the method for determining the column crush resistance of blown thermoplastic containers.