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Accessory
Lightweight Vice Grip - Double Action, 250 N, Opening 0-8mm, 10-32 UNF
Mec227
MEC 227 (body only):
A Lightweight 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.
Rated to 250 N in tension with an…
1727
Accessory
20 kN Wedge Grip, QC-20 fitting
Mec243-20
MEC 243-20 Wedge Grip (body only):
A multipurpose self-tightening Wedge Grip with a lever arm for rapidly securing and releasing the specimen when testing.
Rated to 20 kN in tension with an opening of 0-16mm depending on the jaw types selected (sold…
1728
Accessory
Interface cable, AFG/AFTI (2006 - now) and Orbis/Tornado (2008 - now) to Analogue device
351-060
Connects AFG, AFTI, Orbis or Tornado to analogue devices.
Comprises 15-pin female D connector to 2 banana plugs.
1729
Accessory
Interface cable, BFG or Orbis Mk 1 to PC, USB direct
351-087
Connects Orbis Mk 1 (2003-2007) or BFG (2003 - now) to a PC for data transfer. Comprises a 15-pin male D-connector to USB.
1730
Accessory
Pyramid (serrated) jaws, 30 x 30 mm, 0.5 set
Mec240k-BP
Pyramid Jaws (30mm x 30mm) - 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…
1731
Accessory
Compression Plate, Nickel-Plated, 19 mm, 5-16 UNC
432-125
19mm nickel-plated compression plate fitted with 5-16 UNC female thread. Nickel-plated compression plates are resistant to rusting.
1732
Accessory
Compression Plate, Nickel-Plated, 12 mm, M6
432-188 F95
12mm nickel-plated compression plate fitted with M6 female thread. Nickel-plated compression plates are resistant to rusting.
1733
Accessory
Large Single-action Vice Grip, pyramid-faced, 2 kN, QC-20 fitting
432-267
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 pyramid-faced jaws of 78mm wide x 28mm high having an opening of 0-9mm. Provides…
1734
Accessory
Crosshead Extension and Elevated Base Plate
432-406
The 38mm crosshead extension and elevated base plate are supplied together. They are used for fitting larger samples up to 200 mm diameter, to a single-column MultiTest system. When fitted, the cantilever effect of such an extension serves to reduce the…
1735
Accessory
Diamond-coated Inset jaws, 0.5 set
Mec9-EBD
MEC9-EBD Diamond Jaws
Diamond-coated Inset jaws of 37 mm height x 15 mm width, 0.5 set. For fitting into the carrier of the MEC9 Thin Wire Grip.
Used when jaws need to bite into a soft material to clamp tightly and reduce the risk of slippage.(e.g. soft…
1736
Accessory
Footswitch to simulate 'Start' on MultiTest-i and 'xt' stands
PDV14081
Footswitch to simulate 'Start' on '-i' and 'xt' stands from the Vortex, Helixa and MultiTest product families.
Used to free-up an operators hands for other operations (eg. holding a specimen between grips) when launching a test.
1737
Accessory
Compression Plate, Nickel-Plated, 19 mm, M6
432-005
19mm nickel-plated compression plate fitted with M6 female thread. Nickel-plated compression plates are resistant to rusting.
1738
Accessory
Dial Gauge Bracket Set
432-167
The dial gauge bracket set allows an analogue or digital comparator to be securely fitted to the MDD manual test stand. Digital comparators are suitable for measuring crosshead movement over short distances.
1739
Accessory
TS torque screwdriver chuck, 3/8"
432-233
A standard self-centering 3-jaw chuck with key.
It has a maximum ⅜" (10mm) opening and is connected to the ‘TS’ screwdriver via a square drive spindle. Used to secure a variety of test specimens for torque applications of 1.5 - 10 N.m
1740
Accessory
Heavy-duty Vice Grip - Single Action, 20 kN, QC-20 fitting
Mec154-20
MEC 154-20 (body only - steel):
A Single-action Heavy-duty Vice Grip allowing one jaw to be manually set in a position to align a test specimen around the central axis. The other jaw is freely adjustable to mechanically clamp the specimen in place.…
1741
Accessory
Heavy-duty Vice Grip - Single Action, 20 kN, QC-20 fitting
Mec154-20
MEC 154-20 (body only - steel):
A Single-action Heavy-duty Vice Grip allowing one jaw to be manually set in a position to align a test specimen around the central axis. The other jaw is freely adjustable to mechanically clamp the specimen in place.…
1742
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Packaging
Mecmesin testing solutions for consumer (primary and secondary) and transit (tertiary) packaging.
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Speak to an expert
If you need to implement flat crush testing for corrugated fibreboard in line with international standards, Mecmesin can provide the right equipment, fixtures, and expertise.
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Understanding test standards: industry-specific requirements
To maintain consistency and reliability, compressive strength tests are often governed by established standards.
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Introduction to compressive shear testing
Compressive shear testing is a mechanical test method used to measure a material’s ability to resist shear forces while under compressive load.
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Key applications of torque testing equipment
Torque testing is relevant across many packaging types:
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Analysis and interpretation of results
Interpreting shear failure characteristics
Post-test examination of the bonded joint provides valuable insight into adhesive performance:
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Three-point vs four-point bend testing
In a three-point bend test, force is applied at a single midpoint. In a four-point bend test, two loading noses distribute the load over a larger section of the specimen.
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Introduction to torque testing
Torque testing is a vital part of packaging quality control.
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Types of edge crush tests and methodologies
TAPPI and ISO standards
ECT is governed by internationally recognised standards that ensure accuracy, repeatability, and comparability of results.