Introduction
A tensile tester, also known as a universal testing machine in its general form, is an instrument used to measure the mechanical properties of materials, such as metals, plastics, rubber, textiles, paper, and composites, by applying a controlled tensile force to a test specimen and measuring the resulting deformation, and it is one of the most widely used instruments in materials testing and quality control. In operation, a standardized test specimen is clamped between two grips, and the tester applies an increasing tensile load while measuring the elongation of the specimen with an extensometer or the crosshead displacement; the instrument records the load-elongation curve, from which key properties are determined, including tensile strength, which is the maximum stress the material can withstand; yield strength; elongation at break; modulus of elasticity; and toughness, and the results are used to evaluate the mechanical performance of materials and to verify compliance with material specifications and standards. Tensile testers are available in various capacities, from small instruments for films and fibers to large machines for metals and structural materials, with electromechanical or hydraulic drive systems, and they can be configured for different test types, including tensile, compression, bending, and peel tests, by changing the grips and fixtures. They are used in the metal, plastic, rubber, textile, paper, packaging, construction, and automotive industries for quality control, for material qualification, for product development, for failure analysis, and for research, in testing laboratories and manufacturing facilities. Features include precise load and displacement measurement, programmable test methods, and data analysis software. With their versatility and importance, tensile testers are essential instruments for mechanical testing.
Vertical Tensile Tester LVTT-T2012
The Vertical Tensile Tester features a maximum capacity of 1KN, equipped with force sensors, to help measure the durability of the material being tested. The newly developed tester offer...
Vertical Tensile Tester LVTT-T2011
Vertical Tensile Tester provides a max capacity of 1KN with force sensors that help measure the durability of the material being tested. The newly developed tester offers a computer cont...
Vertical Tensile Tester LVTT-T2010
Vertical Tensile Tester can apply a maximum force of either 1000N (100KG) or 5000N (500KG), both with a high precision of 0.1N. It features an imported servo motor with vector control fo...
Vertical Tensile Tester LVTT-T2012
Vertical Tensile Tester has a measuring range of 0 to 300N with an accuracy of ±1%. Its interface consists of an curve formation. The tester operates by generating force signals during ...
Vertical Tensile Tester LVTT-T2011
Vertical Tensile Tester has a measuring range of 0 to 300 N with ± 1% accuracy. It features a flexible interface and control mode, allowing users to conduct multiple tests. The tester i...
Vertical Tensile Tester LVTT-T2010
Vertical Tensile Tester has a measuring range of 0 to 500N (with optional ranges available), and elongation of 1250%. It offers a simple operation with accurate data output, and a wide r...
Automatic horizontal tensile tester TP-T2011
Automatic horizontal tensile tester is adopted with pneumatic clamps to minimize the error by proper holding of the sample. With the advanced technology, it has strong data processing fu...
Automatic horizontal tensile tester TP-T2012
Automatic horizontal tensile tester is adopted with pneumatic clamps to minimize the error by proper holding of the sample. With the advanced technology, it has strong data processing fu...
Vertical tensile tester LVTT-T2020
Vertical Tensile Tester provides precise tensile testing with adjustable sample length 20 to 200 mm. It adopts a vertical multi pillar structure with adjustable clamp distance for versat...
Standards
ISO 7500-1:2018-Metallic materials-Calibration and verification of static uniaxial testing machines-Part 1: Tension/compression testing machines
ISO 6892-1:2019-Metallic materials-Tensile testing-Part 1: Method of test at room temperature
ASTM E8/E8M-Standard Test Methods for Tension Testing of Metallic Materials
GB/T 228.1-2021-Metallic materials-Tensile testing-Part 1: Method of test at room temperature
Complies with the above standards, but is not limited to them.
Features
1. Tensile tester for measuring tensile strength, elongation and mechanical properties.
2. Universal testing machine with configurable load cell for various materials.
3. Suitable for plastics, rubber, metal, textile, paper, packaging and material testing.
4. Includes load frame, load cell, grips, controller and analysis software.
5. Supports tensile, compression, peel, tear and flexural testing with appropriate fixtures.
FAQ
Q1: What testing scenarios is this tester mainly applied to?
A: The tensile tester is used in plastics manufacturing, rubber industry, metal processing, textile production, paper and packaging, automotive, aerospace, construction and research laboratories to measure the tensile strength, elongation, modulus and other mechanical properties of materials and products. It supports plastic and polymer material tensile testing, rubber and elastomer strength and elongation measurement, metal wire and sheet tensile testing, textile and fabric strength evaluation, paper and packaging material testing, automotive component qualification, aerospace material testing, and construction material assessment. The universal testing machine can also perform compression, peel, tear and flexural tests with appropriate fixtures. It is essential for materials, manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, packaging and research laboratories requiring mechanical property testing for product development, quality control, material selection, regulatory compliance and research, where tensile strength, elongation and modulus are fundamental mechanical properties determining material performance, product safety, design suitability and quality consistency across plastics, rubber, metal, textile, paper, packaging and industrial applications requiring standardized mechanical testing per ISO, ASTM and industry specifications.
Q2: What standards does the tester comply with?
A: The tensile tester follows ISO 527 for plastics, ISO 37 for rubber, ASTM D638, ASTM D412, ISO 6892 for metals, ASTM E8, ISO 13934 for textiles, and relevant GB/T standards. The instrument complies with ISO 7500 for tensile testing machine calibration and applicable safety standards. Calibration should use certified load cells and extensometers traceable to international standards.
Q3: What is the warranty period for the whole machine and key components?
A: The whole tensile tester is covered by a 12-month warranty. The load frame, load cell, drive system, controller and software are covered, while grips, fixtures, extensometers and fuses are consumables or accessories. Damage from overloading, improper use or unauthorized repair is excluded. Extended service contracts are available for this high-value testing equipment.
Q4: Is this device difficult to operate? Is professional training required?
A: Operation requires trained laboratory personnel familiar with mechanical testing, specimen preparation and data interpretation. We provide operation manuals, training and application support. Proper specimen preparation, grip selection, test speed setting, calibration and result interpretation are important for accurate tensile testing per applicable standards.
Q5: What is the typical lead-time for order delivery?
A: Standard models require 7-30 working days. In-stock units can ship within 3-7 working days. Custom configurations or large built-to-order systems may require additional time, and we confirm the exact schedule before order confirmation.
Q6: Is regular calibration required? What is the recommended calibration cycle?
A: Load cell calibration with certified weights recommended every 6-12 months per ISO 7500. Extensometer calibration per schedule. Grip and fixture inspection regularly. Speed verification periodically. Full system verification annually. Routine load cell verification before critical testing.
Q7: Are supporting consumables universal?
A: Grips, fixtures, extensometers and specimen cutters are available from multiple suppliers, though instrument compatibility should be verified. Long-term consumable cost is moderate depending on testing volume and fixture type.
Q8: Can I customize parameters or supporting accessories?
A: Customization includes load capacity, test speed, frame type (single or dual column), grip and fixture configuration, extensometer, software features and safety enclosure. Additional grips, fixtures and accessories can be ordered separately. Custom orders extend delivery lead-time.
Q9: Does the purchase include on-site installation and commissioning service?
A: Yes, tensile testers include on-site installation, commissioning, calibration and operator training by certified testing equipment specialists. Site preparation guidance is provided before delivery to ensure power, space and safety requirements are met.
Q10: What types of samples are compatible with this equipment?
A: The tensile tester tests plastics, rubber, metals, textiles, paper, packaging, composites and other materials within the load capacity, test speed and grip specification. Different materials require specific specimen dimensions, grips and test methods per applicable standards. Very high strength materials may exceed the load capacity and require a larger frame. Users should prepare specimens per the applicable standard (dog-bone shape, dimensions, conditioning), select appropriate grips and test speed, calibrate the load cell regularly, use an extensometer for accurate strain measurement if required, ensure proper specimen alignment to avoid shear, follow the standard test procedure, and report results including tensile strength, elongation at break, modulus and test conditions. The machine should never be operated beyond its load capacity, and safety guards should be used for high-energy testing.
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