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Tools and techniques for measuring torque
Manual vs motorised torque testers
Manual torque testers are suited to spot checks or lower-volume testing.
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Destructive and non-destructive methods
Testing may be performed destructively or non-destructively depending on the objectives.
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Speak to an expert
Mecmesin offers fully configurable tensile testing systems that comply with leading ASTM and ISO strip method standards.
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How running torque is measured
Running torque is typically measured using precision torque sensors mounted within a controlled test stand. The component under test is rotated at a defined speed, and torque is measured continuously during motion.
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Applications across sectors
Texture testing in food manufacturing
Bread softness for freshness control, snack crispness for quality assurance, firmness in
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Accuracy and repeatability
Achieve a level of accuracy and repeatability that cannot be achieved by manual testers. Reduce your testing time and increase your throughput when performing batch tests.
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Interface cable, CAPTEST, RS232
351-090
Connects CAPTEST to RS232 serial printers. Comprises mini-DIN male connector to 9-pin female D-connector.
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Universal expansion module, AFG/AFTI (2006 - now) & Orbis Mk 2/Tornado (2008 - now)
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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…
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Test Hook (small), 50 N, M6
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Small Fixed Hook fitted with M6 female thread. Used for general purpose tension tests.
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Interface cable, VTG Tornado/MultiTest-d/Vortex-d, RS232
351-051
Connects VTG Tornado, MultiTest-d or Vortex-d to a PC for RS232 data comms to VectorPro Lite software or to a serial printer.
Comprises 9-pin male to 9-pin female D connector.
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Test Hook (medium), 500 N, M6
432-169
Medium Fixed Hook fitted with M6 female thread. Used for general purpose tension tests.
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Interface cable, CrimpTest-1 kN to RS232
351-096
Connects CrimpTest 1-kN to RS232 serial printers and PC.
Comprises RJ11 to 9-pin female D-connector.
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Interface cable, MultiTest-dV / Vortex-dV, USB
351-093
Interface cable connects MultiTest-dV or Vortex-dV to a PC for data-transfer to VectorPro Lite software.
Comprises USB-B to USB-A connectors.
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Test Hook (medium), 500 N, 10-32 UNF
432-120
Medium Fixed Hook fitted with 10-32 UNF female thread. Used for general purpose tension tests.
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Height Scale Bracket Kit for LCP/S Test Stand
432-159
Bracket Set only. Used for mounting of a Mitutoyo ABS-type Digital Height Scale to the lever-operated Manual Test Stand model LCP/S.
Note: Height-scale not included
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Test Hook (small), 50 N, 10-32 UNF
432-118
Small Fixed Hook fitted with 10-32 UNF female thread. Used for general purpose tension tests.
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Top-load PET bottle CSD non-vented
OmniTest 2.5
BD
Top-load testing (also known as 'column-crush' and 'axial force resistance') is performed mainly on blow moulded, thermoformed or injection moulded plastic containers such as PET (Polyethylene terephthalate) bottles.
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Yield point testing methods
Yield point testing is most often performed using tensile testing, in which a specimen is subjected to a steadily increasing axial load until plastic deformation occurs.
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Why Mecmesin for pull-off and pull-out testing
Mecmesin designs and manufactures tensile and adhesion testing equipment for both destructive and non-destructive pull-off and pull-out applications.
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EN 12089
Thermal insulating materials, Bend testing, Construction materials, Loading, Deflection tests, Mechanical testing, Testing conditions, Test equipment, Test specimens, Reports, Accuracy, Reproducibility.
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How is torque testing in packaging performed?
Torque testing can be carried out using manual or automated methods, depending on production volume, precision requirements
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Related tensile and shear test methods
While tensile tests measure a material’s resistance to stretching, shear tests measure resistance to sliding between layers or across a bond. Both are complementary.
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Test method and procedure
Preparing specimens
Material selection - Use representative samples from the batch being tested.
Cutting - Prepare specimens to the exact dimensions specified in
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Test Equipment
Mecmesin offers a range of force testing equipment suitable for syringe testing under ISO 11040-4 Annex F. Our solutions include the OmniTest universal testing machine, which is highly accurate and reliable for this application.
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ASTM F37-00
1.1 These test methods provide a means of evaluating the sealing properties of sheet and solid form-in-place gasket materials at room temperature.