| 19/06/2013 |
Catalog Number 2810-182
3-point flexure fixture with an optional conversion kit for 4-point loading
Rated capacity 100 kN (10,000 kgf, 22,500 lbf)
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| 12/06/2013 |
As the preferred solution for low-force torsion testing and component in-service simulation, the MT MicroTorsion Series test wires, fasteners, switches, and springs in the biomedical, automotive, and aerospace industries.
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| 11/06/2013 |
The Advanced Video Extensometer uses a digital camera and LED light to perform non contacting strain measurement. Measurement of strain during materials testing is traditionally carried out using some form of contact strain measurement device. While providing accurate measurements in many applications, contact extensometers may have an adverse effect on test results. Because of this, Instron® introduced the first commercial video extensometer in 1991.
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| 11/06/2013 |
Catalog Number 2714-031
Rated capacity 50 kN (5 kgf, 11 lbf)
Suitable for a wide range of linear densities (denier and tex)
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| 10/06/2013 |
The BioPuls submersible pneumatic side action grips and temperature-controlled bath with pneumatic lifting and lowering mechanism is the ideal testing solution for a wide variety of biomedical testing applications.
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| 05/06/2013 |
Instron® Split Insert Tensile Grips are designed for safe,
high-volume production testing of shoulder-end or button-head machined specimens. Engineered with an operator focus, the split insert style tensile grips are easy to install, offer quick change inserts for standard specimen sizes, and promote efficient testing of a wide range of metals and alloys.
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| 03/06/2013 |
Instron® Shear Test Fixtures are designed for in-plane or interlaminar shear testing of composite materials. The V-Notched
Beam Method, or more commonly known as the Iosipescu Shear Method, was standardized into ASTM D5379 in 1993, while the V-Notched Rail Shear Method was more recently introduced in 2005 under ASTM D7078. Both test methods share many common characteristics and have the distinctive V-notches in the specimen design, which serve to create a localized and
approximate uniform shear stress zone between the notches. Also, a ±45° two-element strain gauge is often used to directly
verify the shear strains applied.
It’s important to note that the two fi xtures in ASTM D7078 and D5379 are quite different in the way in which load is applied to
the specimen, its specimen design, and consequently, the type of results obtained.
For the V-Notched Beam Method, the shear stress is introduced via edge-wise clamping of the specimen. By contrast, the V-Notched Rail Shear Method is derived from the rail shear method with the specimen face clamped on both sides, which gives it a strong rigid hold. The consequence of this is that ASTM D7078 has a longer shear length, or larger gage section, compared to ASTM D5379. This is important particularly for laminates with ±45° plies. These laminates have higher shear strengths and an increased risk of premature failure on the specimen edges instead of the area of interest between the V-notches. Bonded tabs
are often added to ASTM D5379 specimens as an attempt to overcome this weakness. But it remains a challenge as, with the smaller size of the specimen, the angle plies may not be fully supported and result in incorrect failure modes. Despite this, ASTM D5379 method has had extensive history of use and proven ability to produce good test results, particularly for unidirectional and 0/90 cross-ply laminates.
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| 03/06/2013 |
The 2630-100 series of extensometers offers speed of attachment and ease-of-use. The light-weight, rugged cross-brace design eliminates errors caused by physical distortion, while built-in protection ensures that damage is not caused by over-extension. The low operating-force arms of the extensometer reduce the
possibility of knife-edge slippage when testing hard or smooth surfaced materials.
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| 10/05/2013 |
Instron® introduces the MPX Series of motorized pendulum impact testers that are ideal for testing metals to Charpy and Izod standards. Available in capacities from 300 to 900 J the MPX is safe, quick, and easy to operate. Fracta™ Software comes standard with the MPX, allowing for simple data acquisition and calculation of energy. The system also allows for easy upgrading to Impulse™ data acquisition software that uses load and velocity transducers to provide data collection, analysis, and reporting results. The MPX System is CE Compliant.
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| 02/05/2013 |
The mini high-temperature wedge grips offer an effective
gripping solution for tensile testing of high elongation
materials under high-temperature conditions. The key feature of these grips are their ability to be pulled out of the chamber porthole, maximizing the test space. The grips are rated from ambient to +150 °C or +200 °C; and are available in 100N and 1kN capacities.
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