ST6 Aluminum & Steel Compression Platens
These platens are suitable for loads up to 20 kN (Aluminium) and 100kN (Steel). Aluminium platens
are for softer samples. Point loads must be avoided. Plated for corrosion resistance. Maximum
sample diameters 50 mm (1.97 in), 100 mm (3.93 in) and 150 mm (5.91 in) respectively.
Capacity 5 kN, 1,124 lbf
Description
Rectangular direct compression platens for samples up to 175mm x 115mm (6.9 x 4.5 in).
Specification
- Maximum Capacity 5 kN 1124 lbf
- Minimum Load Cell 50 N 11.3 lbf
- Max Sample Dimensions 175 x 115 mm 6.9 x 4.5 in
- Eye End Diameter 15.85 mm 0.62 in
- Weight of Upper Platten 0.6 Kg 1.3 lb
- Temperature Limits Ambient
Applications
General compression testing for a wide range of materials and products.
Compression Platens
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Capacity 500N, 112 lbf
Description
General purpose rectangular direct compression platens for samples up to
175mm x 115mm (6.9 x 4.5 in.) Designed for use with the LF500 machine.
The lower platen fits onto the lower eye end of the machine.
Specification
- Maximum Capacity 500 N 112.4 lbf
- Minimum Load Cell 50 N 11.3 lbf
- Max Sample Dimensions 175 x 115 mm 6.9 x 4.5 in
- Eye End Diameter 15.85 mm 0.62 in
- Weight of Upper Platten 0.6 Kg 1.3 lb
- Temperature Limits Ambient
Applications
General compression testing for a wide range of materials and products.
NOTE: For Twin Column Machines Only
Description
Rectangular direct compression platens for samples up to 400mm x
300mm. Not for use with LRX machines.
Specification
- Maximum Capacity (TG61) 10 kN 2248.1 lbf
- Maximum Capacity (TG166) 30 kN 6744.3 lbf
- Minimum Load Cell 1 kN 225 lbf
- Max Sample Dimensions 400 X 300 mm 15.7 x 11.8 in
- Eye End Diameter 31.7 mm 1.25 in
- Weight of Upper Platten 9.0 Kg 20 lb
- Temperature Limits Ambient
Applications
General compression testing for a wide range of materials and products.
Circular Compression Jig with Linear Bearing Guides
Specification
- Maximum Capacity 2.5 kN 562 lbf
- Minimum Load Cell 100 N 22.5 lbf
- Max Sample Diameter 115 mm 4.5 in
- Eye End Diameter 31.7 mm 0.62 in
- Weight of Upper Platten 2.5 Kg 5.5 lb
- Temperature Limits Ambient
Applications
Compression testing of corrugated cardboard and paper products. A
test piece of corrugated cardboard or paper is placed between the
platens of a crush tester with the flutes perpendicular to the platens. It
is then subjected to compression until failure. The maximum force sustained
by the test piece is measured.
Note: The platens may be faced with a very fine abrasive paper, but
where this is done, care must be taken to ensure the faces remain flat
and parallel.
Description
Circular direct compression platens for samples up to 80mm (3.1 in) diameter.
Specification
- Maximum Capacity 100kN 22481 lbf
- Minimum Load Cell 500N 112.4 lbf
- Max Sample Diameter 80mm 3.1 in
- Eye End Diameter 31.7mm 1.25 in
- Weight Each 5Kg 11.0 lb
- Temperature Limits -70°C +300°C
Applications
General compression testing for a wide range of materials and products.
Description
Circular direct compression platens for samples up to 150mm (6.0 in)
diameter
Specification
- Maximum Capacity 100 kN 22481 lbf
- Minimum Load Cell 500 N 112.4 lbf
- Maximum Sample Diameter 150 mm 6.0 in
- Eye End Diameter 31.7 mm 1.25 in
- Weight Each 5.2 kg 11.5 lb
- Temperature Limits -70°C +300°C
Applications
General compression testing for a wide range of materials and products.
Description
Circular 50mm (2.0 in) diameter compression cage for machines operating in
tension and compression, or tension only. Suitable for use in furnaces and
thermal cabinets.
Specification
- Maximum Capacity 20 kN 4496.2 lbf
- Minimum Load Cell 100 N 22.5 lbf
- Maximum Sample Diameter 50 mm 2.0 in
- Eye End Diameter 15.85 mm 0.62 in
- Weight 3.8 Kg 8.4 lb
- Temperature Limits -70°C +300°C
Applications
General compression testing for a wide range of materials and finished products.
Square Low Force Direct Compression Platens
Description
Square direct compression platens for performing General purpose low
force compression tests.
Specification
- Maximum Capacity 500 N 112 lbf
- Minimum Load Cell 20 N 4.5 lbf
- Maximum Sample Dimensions 50 x 50 mm 2.0 x 2.0 in
- Load Cell Fitting (screw) 9.52 mm 0.4 in
- Weight of Upper Platten <0.1 Kg 0.2 lb
- Temperature Limits -70°C +200°C
- Screw Thread 3/8 - 24 UNF
Applications (TG86 & TG87)
Low force compression testing for small components
Circular Low Force Direct Compression Platens
Description
Circular direct compression plattens for performing General purpose low force
compression tests.
Specification
- Maximum Capacity 500 N 112 lbf
- Minimum Load Cell 20 N 4.5 lbf
- Maximum Sample Diameter 36mm 1.4 in
- Load Cell Fitting (screw) 9.52mm 0.4 in
- Weight of Upper Platten <0.1 Kg <0.2 lb
- Temperature Limits -70°C +200°C
- Screw Thread 3/8 - 24 UNF
Applications (TG86 & TG87)
Low force compression testing for small components
Heavy Duty Circular Compression Platens
Description
Round Compression Platens for large samples up to 200mm (7.9 in) in
diameter.
Specification
- Maximum Capacity 300 kN 67443.0 lbf
- Minimum Load Cell 5 kN 1124.0 lb
- Max Sample Diameter 200 mm 7.9 in
- Eye End Diameter 31.7 mm 1.25 in
- Weight Each 18 Kg 40 lb
- Temperature Limits -70°C +250°C
Applications
For the purpose of determining one or more of the following compressive properties:
- Compressive Yield Stress
- Compressive Strength
- Offset Yield Stress
- Percentage Compressive Strain at Compressive Yield Stress
- Percentage Compressive Strain at Rupture
- Compressive Stress at Specified Compressive Strain
Foam Testing Fixture
The 15" X 15" lower platform fits easily between the columns, allowing a quick change over. The perforated surface allows for air to escape during testing of foam.
Capacity
1 kN, 225 lbf
Packaging
Includes upper and lower assembly.
Applications
Foam testing.
