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1901
Accessory
Extension Rod with nut, 30 mm, 500N, 10-32 UNF
432-116
Extension rod 30mm long supplied with locking nut to ensure alignment of grip. Comprises 10-32 UNF female to 10-32 UNF male threads.
Suitable for use with digital force gauges made from 1990 - 2006.
1902
Accessory
QC Type B Adapter, 20 mm F to M12 fixing bolt, c/w pin
432-283
QC Female Sleeve c/w cross-pin with M12 Fixing Bolt:
Converts a non-QC type grip into a QC type for quick interchange of grips. Fits to loadcells with M12 female thread (eg. ILC-S 2500N and ILC-S 5000N).
1903
Accessory
Pyramid (serrated) jaws, 30 x 50 mm, 0.5 set
Mec240k-BP50
Pyramid Jaws (30mm x 50mm) - 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…
1904
Accessory
16 mm Crosshead Extension
432-307
The 16mm dovetailed crosshead-extension allows the loadcell on a single-column MultiTest stand to be positioned further from the column to accommodate larger test samples or deeper grips.
Load rating of test stand is reduced by 25%.
1905
Accessory
Adapter, 5 kN, 5-16 UNC to M10, M to M
432-333
Male-to-male Adapter
Allows a grip to be connected to a force gauge/loadcell or test stand where thread connections are different.
1906
Accessory
Adapter, 500N, 10-32 UNF to M10, M to M
432-364
Male-to-male Adapter
Allows a grip to be connected to a force gauge/loadcell or test stand where thread connections are different.
1907
Accessory
Adapter, 500N, 10-32 UNF to M6, F to F
432-417
Female-to-female Adapter
Allows a grip to be connected to a force gauge/loadcell or test stand where thread connections are different.
1908
Accessory
Universal expansion module, AFG/AFTI (2006 - now) & Orbis Mk 2/Tornado (2008 - now)
432-127
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…
1909
Accessory
Modified Large Wedge Grip, 1 kN, 5-16 UNC
432-212
The Modified Large Wedge Grip has a short body with long jaws to be able to securely hold S-spring press-studs ('poppers') when carrying out pull-off "test-to-failure" tests.
Typically used in conjunction with the 'Popper Cam Base' Textile Fixture (432-…
1910
Accessory
Pyramid (serrated) jaws, 30 x 100 mm, 0.5 set
Mec240k-BP100
Pyramid Jaws (30mm x 100mm) - 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…
1911
Accessory
Adapter, 5 kN, 5-16 UNC to 5-16 UNC, F to F
432-293
Female-to-female Adapter
Allows a grip to be connected to a force gauge/loadcell or test stand where thread connections are different.
1912
Accessory
Adapter, 5 kN, 5-16 UNC to M12, M to F
432-332
Male-to-female Adapter
Allows a grip to be connected to a force gauge/loadcell or test stand where thread connections are different.
1913
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Jaws
Choosing the most appropriate jaw type for a tensile grip can be tricky. It is a balance between having sufficient hold of the specimen to prevent it slipping and not having too ‘aggressive’ a hold which damages the specimen.
1914
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Paper & Board
Paper and board are used in a wide range of applications and, as such, they undergo various stages of processing which place significant demands on their material strength.
1915
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Introduction to equibiaxial flexure compression testing
Equibiaxial flexure compression testing is a materials testing method used to evaluate a specimen’s resistance to bending under multi-directional loading.
1916
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Speak to an expert
Accurate and consistent tear testing is essential for maintaining product quality, meeting compliance requirements, and ensuring end-user satisfaction.
1917
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Comparing FCT with CMT
The flat crush test measures the compressive strength of the fluted structure in finished board, taking into account liners and adhesives.
1918
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Why torque testing is essential in packaging
Accurate torque application is critical across many packaging scenarios:
Prevents leakage in liquid-filled containers due to under-torqued caps
1919
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Brushes
Brushes use synthetic or natural filaments to create bristles which are typically clamped to a handle via a ferrule.
1920
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Interpreting ECT results
Factors influencing results
Flute type and size - A-flute, B-flute, C-flute, or combinations such as double-wall can affect edgewise strength.
Material quality - Fibre composition, paper grade
1921
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What is a universal testing machine?
To assess the quality of a finished product or component, it is often necessary to conduct multiple force tests.
1922
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Why Mecmesin?
With over 40 years of experience, Mecmesin offers reliable, precise, and user-friendly torque testing solutions.
1923
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Speak to an expert
Mecmesin has decades of experience in tear resistance testing and offers complete solutions for single rip trouser tear applications.
1924
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Key mechanical testing methods
Short span compression testing differs from conventional compression tests because it uses a minimal support length to eliminate bending effects.
1925
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Toy & Nursery Products
Toy and Nursery Product Testing - safety and compliance
A large part of testing for the child-product and toy industries involves determining that products are deemed to be safe.