Properties that are directly measured via a tensile test are ultimate tensile strength breaking strength maximum elongation and reduction in area.
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600 series test machines feature capacities between 300 kn and 2 mn 67 500 lbf and 450 kip.
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From these measurements the following properties can also be determined.
Tensile testers are used to measure the properties of materials or the strength of products and components.
600 series high force hydraulic tensile test machines are the best choice for performing static tension applications when high force capacity is needed such as testing metals and metal products.
Tensile testing can also be used to verify that materials adhere to minimum strength and elongation requirements.
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Ametek stc supply a wide range of tensile testers under the chatillon and lloyd instruments brands.
Tensile testing also known as tension testing is a fundamental materials science and engineering test in which a sample is subjected to a controlled tension until failure.
From suspension bridge cables to safety harnesses lives may depend on the quality of your materials and products so conducting accurate and reliable tensile tests is an absolute necessity.