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1901
Accessory
Extension Rod with nut, 30 mm, 500N, 10-32 UNF
432-116
Extension rod 30mm long supplied with locking nut to ensure alignment of grip. Comprises 10-32 UNF female to 10-32 UNF male threads.
Suitable for use with digital force gauges made from 1990 - 2006.
1902
Accessory
QC Type B Adapter, 20 mm F to M12 fixing bolt, c/w pin
432-283
QC Female Sleeve c/w cross-pin with M12 Fixing Bolt:
Converts a non-QC type grip into a QC type for quick interchange of grips. Fits to loadcells with M12 female thread (eg. ILC-S 2500N and ILC-S 5000N).
1903
Accessory
16 mm Crosshead Extension
432-307
The 16mm dovetailed crosshead-extension allows the loadcell on a single-column MultiTest stand to be positioned further from the column to accommodate larger test samples or deeper grips.
Load rating of test stand is reduced by 25%.
1904
Accessory
Adapter, 5 kN, 5-16 UNC to M12, M to F
432-332
Male-to-female Adapter
Allows a grip to be connected to a force gauge/loadcell or test stand where thread connections are different.
1905
Accessory
Pyramid (serrated) jaws, 30 x 100 mm, 0.5 set
Mec240k-BP100
Pyramid Jaws (30mm x 100mm) - nickel-plated having a surface of hardened steel pyramids of 1.2mm tall.
For materials which need a “bite” to secure a good grip (e.g. soft metals {aluminium, copper, soft steel, paper and board)
Supplied as 0.5 set = 2…
1906
Accessory
Universal expansion module, AFG/AFTI (2006 - now) & Orbis Mk 2/Tornado (2008 - now)
432-127
Allows up to 4-cables to be simultaneously connected to an AFG/AFTI or Orbis/Tornado.
Comprises one 15-pin female D-connector to expansion module equipped with four 15-pin male D-connectors.
Typically used for applications requiring control of test…
1907
Accessory
Modified Large Wedge Grip, 1 kN, 5-16 UNC
432-212
The Modified Large Wedge Grip has a short body with long jaws to be able to securely hold S-spring press-studs ('poppers') when carrying out pull-off "test-to-failure" tests.
Typically used in conjunction with the 'Popper Cam Base' Textile Fixture (432-…
1908
Accessory
Adapter, 5 kN, 5-16 UNC to 5-16 UNC, F to F
432-293
Female-to-female Adapter
Allows a grip to be connected to a force gauge/loadcell or test stand where thread connections are different.
1909
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Jaws
Choosing the most appropriate jaw type for a tensile grip can be tricky. It is a balance between having sufficient hold of the specimen to prevent it slipping and not having too ‘aggressive’ a hold which damages the specimen.
1910
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Paper & Board
Paper and board are used in a wide range of applications and, as such, they undergo various stages of processing which place significant demands on their material strength.
1911
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Accurate and consistent tear testing is essential for maintaining product quality, meeting compliance requirements, and ensuring end-user satisfaction.
1912
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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.
1913
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Why torque testing is essential in packaging
Accurate torque application is critical across many packaging scenarios:
Prevents leakage in liquid-filled containers due to under-torqued caps
1914
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Introduction to equibiaxial flexure compression testing
Equibiaxial flexure compression testing is a materials testing method used to evaluate a specimen’s resistance to bending under multi-directional loading.
1915
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Interpreting ECT results
Factors influencing results
Flute type and size - A-flute, B-flute, C-flute, or combinations such as double-wall can affect edgewise strength.
Material quality - Fibre composition, paper grade
1916
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Brushes
Brushes use synthetic or natural filaments to create bristles which are typically clamped to a handle via a ferrule.
1917
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Why Mecmesin?
With over 40 years of experience, Mecmesin offers reliable, precise, and user-friendly torque testing solutions.
1918
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What is a universal testing machine?
To assess the quality of a finished product or component, it is often necessary to conduct multiple force tests.
1919
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Mecmesin has decades of experience in tear resistance testing and offers complete solutions for single rip trouser tear applications.
1920
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Key mechanical testing methods
Short span compression testing differs from conventional compression tests because it uses a minimal support length to eliminate bending effects.
1921
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Comparison with other peel tests
A 90° peel test is often used for flexible packaging films.
1922
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Speak to an expert
For advice on elongation and recovery testing, or to discuss how Mecmesin’s equipment can be configured for your specific materials and applications, speak with one of our technical specialists.
1923
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Toy & Nursery Products
Toy and Nursery Product Testing - safety and compliance
A large part of testing for the child-product and toy industries involves determining that products are deemed to be safe.
1924
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Bakery
Consumers have very particular expectations of how bakery products should feel and behave during consumption. Deviations from this ideal are often perceived as a loss in quality.
1925
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Speak to an expert
For guidance on implementing pull-off and pull-out testing in your quality control or R&D process, speak to one of our technical experts today.