» Anti-rotation features and integrated alignment pins enhance test accuracy and repeatability

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• Pulley and string mechanism
• Applications: Plastic film, paper and cardboard, non-fibrous materials, corrugated
• Part Number: 100-087-526

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Electromechanical (EM) load frame extension rod kits enhance your testing capabilities within environmental chambers. The rods are designed to apply tension and compression in an environmental chamber from temperatures of -130°C (-200°F) to 315°C (600°F). The Type C and Type D kits consist of five different extension lengths. These five different lengths can be configured into 23 different combination lengths. This configurability allows users to test low and high profile accessories or short and tall specimens. Compression platens are usually low profile and will need more extension lengths. Pneumatic grips take up more space and will require fewer lengths.

A load frame rod extension kit maximizes the internal test space of the environmental chamber for grips and fixtures. The upper extension rod can be adjusted in 25 mm increments. By combining the five different lengths, 23 combination heights are ultimately available providing pin-to-pin dimensions ranging from 100 mm (3.9 in) to 825 mm (32.4 in).

The Type D extension kit is compatible with MTS and Instron® clevis pin couplings. It is designed for tension or compression loads from 2 kN to 150 kN. All extension lengths are stainless steel and have ports for water cooling.

• Water-cooling ports
• Lightweight design minimizes tare weight
• Tight tolerances ensure angular and concentric alignment are retained
• Rated for tension and compression
• Stainless steel construction minimizes heat transfer
• Preloaded joints.
• Highly configurable to test various size specimens
• Reduces test setup time

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The Model 640.20B Fracture Mechanics Grips are manufactured per ASTM E-399 specifications. They are the most popular grips used for fracture toughness and fatigue crack growth rate tests. They are constructed from high-strength, aircraft-quality 4340 steel and are machined to the exacting tolerances required by ASTM. The package includes two grips, two .4W pins, and four spring retainers. 

Model 640 Fracture Mechanics Clevis Grips

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Our smallest grips

Made for tension testing or tension-tension fatigue testing of miniature and subscale specimens that can be smaller than a fingernail, the MTS Advantage Mini Grips provide the reliability and ease-of-use needed to perform fast, safe and accurate testing of your smallest specimen.

Specifications

MTS ADVANTAGE MINI GRIPS BROCHURE

• Value-priced grips designed for quick loading and self-tightening
• Suitable for tensile tests of bandages, textiles, synthetics and flexible polymers
• Available in 100 kN force rating
• Anti-rotation features and integrated alignment pins enhance test accuracy and repeatability

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• Value-priced grips designed to reduce stress concentration on specimens and avoid grip-induced failures
• Suitable for tensile tests of cords, filaments, fibers, fine wire and yarn
• Available in force ratings of 500 N, 2 kN and 10 kN
• Available in horn style or a capstan style with manual clamping
• Anti-rotation features and integrated alignment pins enhance test accuracy and repeatability

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» Affordable scissor grips that feature self-tightening, self-aligning clamps

» Anti-rotation features and integrated alignment pins enhance test accuracy and repeatability

» Grips are sold in pairs

» Specimen interface (“face”) is integrated with each grip

Specifications

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