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Challenges and best practices in peel testing
Common challenges
Material variability in thickness, surface treatment, or adhesive application.
Inconsistent specimen preparation.
Operator error from misalignment or incorrect grip tension.
Best pra
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Tensile deformation and its significance
Tensile deformation occurs when a material is stretched by an axial load, causing it to elongate.
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Understanding shear testing in tension
Shear testing in tension is a mechanical method used to measure the resistance of a material or bonded joint to forces acting parallel to the bonding surface.
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Shear testing equipment and procedures
Accurate shear testing requires precise control of movement, force measurement, and fixture selection.
Mecmesin offers:
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How the strip method works
The strip method involves cutting a specimen to a precise width, typically 50 mm or 25 mm depending on the applicable standard, and mounting it in the grips of a tensile testing
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Understanding tensile strength in testing
Both pull-off and pull-out testing measure tensile strength, which is the maximum load a specimen can sustain under tension before failure.
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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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Testing standards and guidelines
Tension and compression tests are governed by international standards that ensure comparability and regulatory compliance:
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What is shear modulus?
Shear modulus defines a material’s resistance to shape change under shear forces - where parallel planes slide past one another.
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Introduction to insertion and withdrawal testing
Insertion and withdrawal testing is a critical method for evaluating the performance, durability, and reliability of components that require secure and repeatable connections.
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What is compression texture testing?
Compression texture testing is a method used to determine how a food product responds when force is applied. It measures properties such as firmness, consistency, and deformability by pressing into the sample with a controlled load.
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Mecmesin equipment for tension testing
Precision and flexibility
Mecmesin offers a wide range of systems for tension testing, from the manually operated MultiTest-dV for low-volume or field te
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How bridge torque is measured
Bridge torque is measured by applying rotational force to a closure until the tamper-evident bridges shear.
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Testing standards for secant modulus
Consistent measurement is supported by recognised standards:
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Mecmesin equipment for texture testing
Tailored systems for diverse industries
Mecmesin offers precision texture testing systems designed to handle everything from soft gels and emulsions to firm solids.
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How wing tear testing is performed
Specimen geometry and preparation
Testing accuracy begins with correct specimen preparation. For wing tear tests, samples are cut into shapes with two projecting wings joined by a narrow central region where the tear initiates.
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Sensor
Sensors - MultiTest-i & -xt
Force sensors
The ILC range of interchangeable loadcells are specially adapted for the MultiTest-i and -xt test systems. Plug and play for automatic calibration and a range of capacities for all requirements, from 2 N to 50 kN.
View sensor range
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Product
万能试验机
OmniTest 5/7.5
820-005
我们的新型台式万能试验机 (UTM)专为材料、产品和部件的拉伸和压缩测试而设计。这些多功能通用测试系统由我们强大且直观的VectorPro™ 测试软件驱动，使其易于用于在所有行业实施质量保证标准。 PC 驱动模型可以灵活地在您选择的计算机硬件上运行测试例程。 OmniTest 5 kN 和 7.5 kN型号属于单柱系列。它们占用的工作台空间极小，且中等负载能力使其成为可能需要在双柱测试仪上进行较大投资的应用的理想选择。
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Product
Ergonomic effort tester
AFG Manual Handling Kit
850-920
The Advanced Manual Handling Kit measures push, pull and twisting efforts in order to evaluate the ergonomic impact of any type of manual handling forces or torques.
The complete kit includes a gripping cradle and the essential accessories to…
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Software
VectorPro Lite force motorised stand
VectorPro® Lite software
Available as an optional extra to Mecmesin’s motorised force testers, VectorPro Lite is an advanced data acquisition and plotting software package. Call-up pre-stored test routines for tensile and compression testing, present test…
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Simplify data analysis in force, materials and torque testing
Test calculations are the values derived from raw measurement data, such as peak force, torque angle, or modulus of elasticity. With advanced software, these are now calculated instantly and with high precision, replacing error-prone manual methods.
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Rheological properties and their role
Rheology, the study of deformation and flow, is central to understanding extrusion behaviour. Key properties measured include:
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Understanding compressive properties
Compressive properties describe how a material responds to being pressed, squeezed or compacted.
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Case study
Automotive window winder turning effort
Requirement
The customer requested a portable system which would quickly and easily allow him to test the torque required to open and close windows in a car.