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Dual Footswitches (non-locking type) for pneumatic grips

Mec205-1

Pneumatic grips are the ideal choice when performing tensile tests on sensitive materials that have a tendency to slip or break at point of clamping. Mec205-1: Non-locking dual footswitches open the jaws of the pneumatic grip by pressing the foot pedal…

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Case study

Powdered drink container - compressive strength & lid peel tests

Customised engineering example An international supplier of a powdered hot-chocolate drink wanted to test several aspects of their packaging. The powder is packed in a plastic-capped, foil-sealed cardboard tube container.

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Cable tie break fixture for CrimpTest-1 kN

432-653

Cable-tie Break Fixture for CrimpTest-1 The Cable-tie Break Fixture comprises 2 split halves each having semi-circular stepped bollards for testing the tensile strength of cable-ties. There are 3 steps of 10 mm height steps to accommodate various length…

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Introduction to compressibility and recovery testing

Compressibility and recovery testing measures how a material behaves under load and how effectively it returns to its original form once the load is removed.

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Diamond coated jaws for Mec227 Lightweight Vice Grip, 250 N, 10 x 100 mm

Mec227-BD100

Diamond Jaws (10mm x 100mm) - nickel-plated having clamping surface coated with synthetic diamonds. Opening span = 0 - 6mm. For materials which need a “bite” to secure a good grip (e.g. soft metals {aluminium, copper, soft steel, paper and board)…

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Rubber jaws for Mec240k Medium Vice Grip, 2.5 kN, 30 x 80 mm

Mec240k-BG80

Rubber-faced Jaws (30mm x 80mm) - nickel-plated having 1mm thick layer of nitrile rubber coating. Opening span = see datasheet for various spans according to the grip body selected. For fragile samples, which may get weakened by pinching at the contact-…

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Pyramid (serrated) jaws for Mec227 Lightweight Vice Grip, 250 N, 10 x 50 mm

Mec227-BP50

Pyramid Jaws (10mm high x 50mm wide) - nickel-plated having a surface of hardened steel pyramids of 1.2mm tall. Opening span = 0 - 6mm. For materials which need a “bite” to secure a good grip (e.g. soft metals - aluminium, copper, soft steel, paper and…

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Wave jaws for Mec240k Medium Vice Grip, 2.5 kN, 30 x 100 mm

Mec240k-BW100

Wave Jaws (30mm x 100mm) - nickel-plated having a hardened steel surface of 5mm tall waves. For flexible but slippy materials which need more surface contact to secure a good grip (e.g. textiles, fabrics and tissues). Supplied as 0.5 set = 2 jaws (left…

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Charger for digital gauges, Europe, 230 V, 2-pin round

304-004

For use with Mecmesin digital force and torque gauges. 220 Volt with 2 round pins. Commonly used in Europe, South America and Asia. The mains adaptor/charger is a constant-current type: Primary circuit: 230V – 50Hz Secondary circuit: 100mA constant…

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Pyramid (serrated) jaws for Mec154 Heavy-duty Vice Grip, 20kN, 40 x 100 mm

Mec154-BP100

Pyramid Jaws (40mm high x 100mm wide) - nickel-plated having a surface of hardened steel pyramids of 1.2mm tall. Opening span = 0 - 13 mm. For materials which need a “bite” to secure a good grip (e.g. soft metals {aluminium, copper, soft steel, paper…

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Plastic Carrying Case for AFTI, S-Beam loadcell, TS torque screwdriver and charger

416-049

A foam-lined plastic carry-case for the AFTI display. Has space for: AFTI display including rechargeable batteries, mains adaptor / battery charger, 'Smart' S-beam Loadcell, 'Smart' TS Torque Screwdriver.

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Case study

Flip-cap force test

Requirement A repeatable test system to check the opening force of flip cap lids, accommodating 3 different diameter caps with minimal fixture changeover.

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Square Perforated Aluminium Compression Plate, 200 x 200 mm, QC-20 or QC-32 fitting

Mec36L-200-L6x20

MEC36L-200-L6x20 Square Compression Plate in aluminium featuring perforations to allow air release during testing - suitable for foam testing. Holes are 6mm diameter and spaced at 20mm intervals. Dimensions: 200mm x 200mm. Fitted with QC-20mm or 32mm…

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Pyramid (serrated) jaws for Lightweight Pneumatic Plane Grip, 200 N, 25 x 25 mm

Mec94-BP25

Pyramid Jaws (25mm high x 25mm wide) - nickel-plated having a surface of hardened steel pyramids of 1.2mm tall. Opening span = 0 - 20 mm. For materials which need a “bite” to secure a good grip (e.g. soft metals {aluminium, copper, soft steel, paper…

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Square Perforated Aluminium Compression Plate, 200 x 200 mm, QC-20 or QC-32 fitting

Mec36L-200-L6x20

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Case study

Car window sliding force tester

Requirement Bridgestone TG Adelaide, a major supplier of rubber components to the automotive industry in Australia, needed to measure the frictional load associated with sliding a glass window between two rubber guides.

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Pyramid (serrated) jaws for Lightweight Pneumatic Plane Grip, 200 N, 25 x 25 mm

Mec94-BP25

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Testing solutions and equipment

Essential equipment Cone point probe - typically 8 mm in diameter with capacity for up to 500 N.

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Horizontal feet kit for 2.5 kN single-column test stand (on side)

PDV11065

Feet kit for the horizontal operation of a MultiTest motorised test. When fitted the front panel of the test stand will be on its side for ease-of-operation by the user.

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Pyramid (serrated) jaws for Mec227 Lightweight Vice Grip, 100 N, 10 x 100 mm

Mec227-BP100

Pyramid Jaws (10mm high x 100mm wide) - nickel-plated having a surface of hardened steel pyramids of 1.2mm tall. Opening span = 0 - 6mm. For materials which need a “bite” to secure a good grip (e.g. soft metals - aluminium, copper, soft steel, paper…

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Selecting compression testing equipment

Choosing the right testing system is critical for accurate and repeatable results. Factors such as force range, sample type and testing throughput influence equipment selection.

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Needle Sharpness & Puncture Resistance Testing

Hypodermic needles are tested to determine how their design influences the ease of insertion into the skin, patient pain and skin trauma.

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Case study

Tennis ball compression test

Requirement The ITF (International Tennis Federation) invited Mecmesin to bid for a project to replace their outdated ‘Stevens’ test machine used to measure the force to ‘squash’ a tennis ball.

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What is top-load testing?

Top-load testing, also known as column crush testing, is a method used to evaluate the ability of a packaging component to withstand a vertical compressive force without deforming or failing.

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