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826
Accessory
Mounting plate for QC-20 Male Post on 50 kN systems
432-622
Allows QC type C Adapter (20mm Male Post) to be fitted directly to the base of 50 kN test systems.
Used when QC-20 grips and fixtures are in long-term use on 50kN test stand.
Supplied with 6 screws of M6 thread.
827
Accessory
Upper Torque Fixing Table for Vortex stands
432-321
Upper Torque Fixing Table.
Offers highly versatile holding of specimens when torque testing. Fully adjustable between 10 - 78mm opening to accommodate a variety of forms.
Four rubber-coated, threaded pegs are supplied as standard which screw into…
828
Accessory
Heavy-duty Pneumatic Plane Grips - pyramid-faced jaws, 5 kN, Pair, QC-20 fitting
432-374
A pair of pneumatically-operated, single-action Heavy-duty Pneumatic Plane Grips with an opening of 0-12 mm.
Each 40mm high x 76mm wide jaw is fitted with a pyramidal surface to secure specimens tightly. The specimen is held between the fixed jaw and…
829
Accessory
Wire Grip, 500 N, 10-32 UNF
432-397
The Wire Grip is designed for tensile testing up to 500 N of flexible thin wires, which may break easily when clamped.
The specimen is wrapped around a grooved 19 mm diameter bollard and the free end is clamped tightly in place using a pair of friction…
830
Accessory
Mini V-block, for Orbis & Tornado
432-423
The Mini V-block is a precision-engineered vice assembly which allows smaller specimens to be securely held in a centrally-aligned position, without excessive clamping force.
Supplied with V-shape, rubber-coated, interlocking jaws with an opening span…
831
Accessory
3-Point Bend Jig, 2.5 kN, Aluminium, base plate
432-151
432-151 :- a simple 3-point bend jig supplied as standard with a 5mm radius upper anvil (M6 female thread connection) and two adjustable lower anvils also of 5mm radius. Lower support beam is fitted to a base plate suitable for Mecmesin motorised test…
832
Accessory
Coefficient of Friction (COF) kit to ISO 15359 for FPT-H1
432-639
Integrated kit for use on the FPT-H1 Friction Tester to enable paper and card coefficient of friction testing to ISO 15359.
Comprises:
- a neoprene-faced sled with magnetic grips
- servo-assisted device for raising and lowering of friction sled
- guide…
833
Accessory
Eccentric Roller Grip - Pyramid (serrated) roller, 5 kN, QC-20 fitting
Mec7-5
MEC7-5
Eccentric Cam Grip fitted with a pyramid-faced serrated 50mm wide roller cam. As a load is applied to a specimen the cam self-tightens , spreading the load evenly.
The lever allows for quick insertion and release of specimen to reduce testing…
834
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…
835
Accessory
Compression Plate, Self-levelling, Hardened & Ground, 50 mm, 10-32 UNF
432-349
Self-levelling compression plates are ideal for general compression testing on a range of materials and finished products. Self-levelling allows parallelism to be set for those applications where it is critical to accurately measure the deformation of a…
836
Accessory
Webbing Grip, 2 kN, QC-20 fitting
432-269
Webbing Grips are designed for tensile testing of high strength belts and tapes below 2 kN.
The sample is wound around the knurled roller and then around the smooth roller. As load is applied, the smooth roller moves in the slot to secure tightly…
837
Accessory
Lower Torque Fixing Table, Vortex stands
432-320
Lower Torque Fixing Table.
Offers highly versatile holding of containers and specimens when torque testing. Fully adjustable between 10 - 190 mm opening (diameter) to accommodate a variety of forms.
Four rubber-coated, threaded pegs are supplied as…
838
Accessory
Filament Grip, 250 N, 10-32 UNF
432-363
The Filament Grip is designed for tensile testing up to 250 N of delicate, flexible specimens such as threads and yarns, which may break easily when clamped.
The specimen is wrapped around a grooved 13mm diameter bollard and the free end is clamped…
839
Accessory
Parallel Jaw Grip, 500 N, 10-32 UNF
432-396
Parallel Jaw Grips are designed for tensile testing up to 500N of thin flat components and materials, which require secure gripping over an extended surface area.
Star handles allow jaw positions to be adjusted to ensure central loading during tensile…
840
Accessory
Multi-Jaw Grip, 500 N, 10-32 UNF
432-420
Used in tension tests the Multi-Jaw Grip is for holding round and irregularly shaped specimens by clamping on the outer surface or under a 'head'.
By turning the body of the grip the claw-type jaws can be opened and closed to get a secure grasp on a…
841
Accessory
FPT COF sled 200g (foam) for ASTM D1894 and ISO 8295
432-638
A foam-faced sled with magnetic grips, for testing coefficient of friction of plastic film samples to ASTM D1894 and ISO 8295. Supplied with rigid and extensible links.
For use on the FPT-H1 Friction Tester.
842
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…
843
Accessory
Small Parallel Grip, 500 N, 10-32 UNF
432-394
Small Parallel Grips are designed for tensile testing of small flat components and materials below 500N.
A floating ball screw attachment ensures central loading during tensile testing and wing screws are used to quickly position the jaws.
Jaw faces…
844
Accessory
Wedge Grip (small), 200 N, 10-32 UNF
432-415
The small, lightweight Wedge Grip is ideal for tensile testing below 200 N.
A spring-loaded lever ensures the serrated jaws (25mm wide x 20mm high) are easy to open for fast securing and release of samples. As load is applied, the self-tightening action…
845
Accessory
180 degree Peel Jig for FPT-H1
432-636
This raised peel table fits the Mecmesin FPT-H1 for 180 degree peel testing to standard methods, for pressure sensitive tapes and labels. It accepts interchangeable float glass and stainless steel sample plates (available separately). Includes peel hook…
846
Accessory
Medium Vice Grip - Single Action, 2 kN, 20 mm opening, QC-20 fitting
Mec240k-S20
MEC 240k-S20 (body only) :
A Medium Single-action 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.
Rated to 2…
847
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Measuring compressive modulus
Common testing methods
Internationally recognised standards specify how compressive modulus is measured for different material types and applications:
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Standards and guidelines
Accurate and comparable cleavage strength testing depends on following recognised international standards.
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Emerging standards and future developments
Mechanical torque testing continues to evolve alongside changes in manufacturing and material science. Key developments include:
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Equipment and safety precautions
To ensure accurate and safe testing, the following components are required: