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Chatillon DFE II Series Digital Force Gauges
The Chatillon® DFE II Series marks a new era in digital force measurement. This compact, easy-to-use force gauge is ...
Chatillon DFS II Series Digital Force Gauges
The Chatillon® DFS II Series offers the best price performance of any digital force gauge available today. Our brand ...
Chatillon DFX II Series Digital Force Gauges
The CHATILLON® DFX II Series is an economical digital force gauge ideal for applications where users are interested in basic ...
Chatillon DG Series Mechanical Force Gauges
The CHATILLON® DG Series mechanical force gauge is ideal for a wide range of force testing applications up to 500 ...
Chatillon LG Series Mechanical Force Gauge
The CHATILLON® LG Series mechanical force gauge is ideal for a wide range of force testing applications. Based on our ...
Ametek Adapters
Our range of Ametek Adapters for grips, fixtures and load cells includes screws, thread adapters, thread couplers, eye end adapters, ...
Ametek Bending or Flexural Grips
Ametek Bending or Flexural Grips are used for determining the flexural properties of rigid and semi-rigid materials such as glass, ...
Ametek Bollard Grips
Ametek Bollard Grips are suitable for a wide range of samples such as fibers, yarn, thread, rope, string and strapping tape. ...
Ametek Chisel Point Adapters
The Ametek Chisel Point Adapters are ideal for testing plastics, penetration of food textures, wood, soft metal, packaging made from ...
Ametek Clasp Hooks
The Ametek Clasp Hooks are used for testing the tension of cables, cords, rope and eyelets/loop assemblies where the specimen ...
Ametek Compression Plates
Round, square and rectangular compression plates are used for general compression testing. Our Ametek Compression Plates are available in aluminium for ...
Ametek Eccentric Roller Grips
Ametek Eccentric Roller Grips are ideal for all types of flat samples such as rubber, plastic film, plastic dumbbells, paper ...
Ametek Flat Adapters
The Ametek Flat Adapters are used in compression for testing plastics, packaging materials, food, rubber, textile and composite materials.
Ametek Hydraulic Grips
Our range of Ametek Hydraulic Grips cover grips with either single or double actuator. Single actuator grips have one side ...
Ametek Peel and Friction Grips
The Ametek Peel and Friction Grips come in different designs and are ideal for peeling samples at 90°, 180°, performing ...
Ametek Pincer Grips
Ametek pincer grips are ideal for testing small component parts such as electrical and electronic components where access is an ...
Ametek Pneumatic Grips
The Ametek Pneumatic Grips are ideal for all types of flat samples such as rubber, plastic film, plastic dumbbells, paper ...
Ametek Point Adapters
The Ametek Point Adapters are used in compression and for puncture and burst testing to determine the material’s penetration resistance.
Ametek Ribbon and Webbing Grips
Ametek Ribbon and Webbing Grips with a split C-design allow the user to wrap the sample around a self-tightening roller ...
Ametek Scissor Grips
Ametek Scissor Grips are ideal for all types of flat samples such as rubber, plastic film, plastic dumbbells, paper and ...
Ametek Splinter Shields
Ametek Splinter Shields for use with materials testing machines are available to protect the user when testing brittle samples which ...
Ametek Stationary Hooks
The Ametek Stationary Hooks are used for testing tension of wires, cables, cords, yarn, eyelets/loop assemblies, packaging, can tabs and ...
Ametek Swivel Hooks
The Ametek Swivel Hooks are used for testing the tension of wires cables, cords, yarn, eyelets/loop assemblies, packaging, can tabs ...
Ametek Thread Head Grips
Ametek Thread Head Grips consist of a two-part fixture. The main body is chosen to fit the eye end of ...
Ametek V Notch Adapters
These Ametek V Notch Adapters are used in compression for the testing of cylindrical and round parts such as tubing ...
Ametek Vice Grips
Ametek Vice Grips are ideal for all types of flat samples. The grips are single action or dual action and ...
Ametek Wedge Grips
We offer a range of Ametek Wedge Grips for general tension testing of metals and plastic. The wedge design of ...
Ametek/Chatillon Grips and Fixtures
Chatillon offers a complete array of grips and fixtures for material testing applications. If you don’t see what you need, ...
Chatillon CS2-1100 Digital Force Tester
The CHATILLON® CS1100 Series digital force tester is a revolutionary system optimized for production testing applications, including medical devices, plastics, ...
Chatillon CS2-225 Digital Force Tester
The CHATILLON® CS225 Series digital force tester is a revolutionary system optimized for production testing applications, including medical devices, plastics, ...
Chatillon DF2 Wedge Software
With the Chatillon DF2 Wedge Software, data is sent from your gauge over an RS-232 serial connection, USB with auto-detect ...
Chatillon DFS II-R Series Digital Force Gauges
The Chatillon® DFS II Series with integral or non-dedicated remote SLC carries all of the features of the DFS II ...
Chatillon DFS II-R-ND Series Digital Force Gauge
The Chatillon® DFS II Series with integral or non-dedicated remote SLC carries all of the features of the DFS II ...
Chatillon ForceTest Force Measuring Software
The ForceTest software interfaces directly to your digital force gauge enabling you to automatically perform tests and graphs using a ...
Chatillon MT150 Manual Force Tester (150 lbf / 660 N)
AMETEK supplies a variety of cables for interfacing with Chatillon® force gauges, force testers, printers and personal computers.
Chatillon MT500 Manual Force Tester (500 lbf / 2.5 kN)
The CHATILLON® MT500 Series mechanical test stand is an easy-to-use solution for force measurement applications up to 500 lbf (2.5kN) ...
Chatillon TCM Series Motorized Test Stands
The Chatillon TCM Series Motorized Test Stands are well adapted for production environments. This low cost, motorized, ergonomic tester attached ...
Lloyd Instruments/Ametek Contacting Extensometers
The Lloyd Instruments/Ametek Contacting Extensometers are designed for accurate strain and extension measurement of a material up to a maximum ...
Lloyd Instruments/Ametek Deflection Gauge Extensometers
We supply a wide range of Lloyd Instruments/Ametek Deflection Gauge Extensometers ideal for measuring deformation in three and four point ...
Lloyd Instruments/Ametek Food Fixtures
For a comprehensive list of Lloyd Instruments/Ametek Food Fixtures accessories available for texture analysis and food testing, please see the ...
Lloyd Instruments/Ametek FT1 Friction Tester
The FT1 is a bench mounted, single lead screw dedicated friction tester. A friction table is mounted directly on the ...
Lloyd Instruments/Ametek Furnaces
For high temperature test applications, we offer the TCF950, a high temperature vertical split furnace with a temperature range from ...
Lloyd Instruments/Ametek LD10 Twin Column Bench Mounted
The powerful Lloyd Instruments/Ametek LD10 Twin Column Bench Mounted testing machines from Lloyd Instruments combine high performance, ease of use ...
Lloyd Instruments/Ametek LD100 Twin Column Bench Mounted
The powerful Lloyd Instruments/Ametek LD100 Twin Column Bench Mounted testing machines from Lloyd Instruments combine high performance, ease of use ...
Lloyd Instruments/Ametek LD30 Twin Column Bench Mounted
The powerful Lloyd Instruments/Ametek LD30 Twin Column Bench Mounted testing machines from Lloyd Instruments combine high performance, ease of use ...
Lloyd Instruments/Ametek LD5 Twin Column Bench Mounted
The powerful Lloyd Instruments/Ametek LD5 Twin Column Bench Mounted testing machines combine high performance, ease of use and superior flexibility. ...
Lloyd Instruments/Ametek LD50 Twin Column Bench Mounted
The powerful Lloyd Instruments/Ametek LD50 Twin Column Bench Mounted testing machines from Lloyd Instruments combine high performance, ease of use ...
Lloyd Instruments/Ametek Long Travel Extensometers
We provide two Lloyd Instruments/Ametek Long Travel Extensometers for materials testing, the EZ250Plus and the EX800Plus. The EZ250Plus is specifically aimed ...
Lloyd Instruments/Ametek LS1 Single Column Bench Mounted
The LS1 is an affordable, high-precision solution for materials testing applications up to 1 kN/225 lbf capacity. When combined with ...
Lloyd Instruments/Ametek LS2.5 Single Column Extended Travel
The LS2.5 testing machine is an affordable, easy to use system. The system is particularly suited for plastic, rubber and ...
Lloyd Instruments/Ametek LS5 Single Column Bench Mounted
The LS5 testing machine is an affordable, easy to use system, ideal for material testing applications up to 5 kN ...
Lloyd Instruments/Ametek NEXYGENPlus
NEXYGENPlus multi-lingual materials testing software is the hub of the Lloyd Instruments Plus Series materials testing system. This extraordinarily easy ...
Lloyd Instruments/Ametek Pogo System
The Lloyd Instruments/Ametek Pogo System uses test frames fitted below the machine base to allow testing of very large samples ...
Lloyd Instruments/Ametek TA1 Texture Analyzer
The TA1 Texture Analyzer is an easy-to-use, cost-effective solution to evaluate the textural properties (compression, shear, extrusion, puncture, hardness forces ...
Lloyd Instruments/Ametek Thermal Cabinets
We provide two models of high precision heating and cooling Lloyd Instruments/Ametek Thermal Cabinets: the TC540 heating cabinets (40°C to ...
Lloyd Instruments/Ametek VE1 Extensometer
The Lloyd Instruments/Ametek VE1 Extensometer offers high resolution measurement, simple preparations and an intuitive user interface. The video extensometer measures longitudinal ...
Shimadzu AGS-X
The Shimadzu Autograph AGS-X series provides superior performance and practical testing solutions for a wide array of applications. Offering high-level ...
Shimadzu AGS-X 100kN
The Shimadzu AGS-X 100kN series of universal testers combines advanced specifications with a cost-effective, modern design. By incorporating multiple control ...
Shimadzu AGS-X 300kN
The Shimadzu AGS-X 300kN series of universal testers combines advanced specifications with a cost-effective, modern design. By incorporating multiple control ...
Shimadzu EZ Test Series (EZ-SX, EZ-LX, EZ-LXHS)
The growth in physical evaluation testing means more fields are now required to undertake such testing, including food, medical device, ...
Shimadzu HMV-2
The HMV Series hardness testers have been designed to meet these demanding conditions, providing outstanding performance with ease-of-use and user ...
Shimadzu HMV-G Series
In recent years, instruments have been increasingly used by inexperienced operators. At the same time, reliable measurements are essential in ...
Shimadzu Microservo MMT Series
Shimadzu’s Microservo MMT Series, with high-frequency tests up to 100Hz possible, has been introduced to address these new requirements.
Shimadzu Trapezium X
TRAPEZIUM X provides a state-of-the-art user interface, comprehensive functions, and easy-to-use design to improve the efficiency of your testing.
Shimadzu TRAPEZIUMX-V Materials Testing Software
The Shimadzu TRAPEZIUMX-V Materials Testing Software ensures that anyone can easily use the AGX-V, which is equipped with a number ...
Shimadzu UH-X/FX Series Hydraulic Universal Testing Machines
Certain materials, such as composites and metals, require high forces for tensile, compression, or cycle testing. The Shimadzu UH-X/FX Series ...
Shimpo FG-3000 Digital Gauge
The new FG-3000 Series digital force gauges are the choice for simple, cost-effective tension and compression testing.
Shimpo FG-3000R Digital Gauge
The new Shimpo FG-3000R Digital Gauge is the choice for simple, cost-effective compression testing. Combining one of the most compact ...
Shimpo FG-7000 Digital Gauge
The FG-7000 Series digital force gauges are loaded with functionality to simplify your compression and tension testing needs. The multiple-language ...
Shimpo FG-7000L Digital Gauge
The Shimpo FG-7000L Digital Gauge provides additional tension and compression testing flexibility with their external load cell input. External load ...
Shimpo FGE-HXY
The Series FGE-HXY Digital Force Gauges offer an enhanced heavy-duty housing allowing them to be utilized in high capacity tension ...
Shimpo FGE-XY DART Series
The Series FGE-XY Digital Force Gauges combine a rugged, ergonomic and compact design with exceptional accuracy to provide a solid ...
Shimpo FGS-1000H Test Stand
SHIMPO’s manual test stands offer the ability to obtain accurate, consistent results without the high cost of a motorized system. ...
Shimpo FGS-100E Test Stand
The Series FGS-100E vertical, motorized force test stands combined with the SHIMPO line of superior quality force gauges create a ...
Shimpo FGS-100H Test Stand
The Shimpo FGS-100H Test Stand offers the ability to obtain accurate, consistent results without the high cost of a motorized ...
Shimpo FGS-100L Test Stand
The Shimpo FGS-100L Test Stand offers the ability to obtain accurate, consistent results without the high cost of a motorized ...
Shimpo FGS-220VC Test Stand
The FGS-VC Series Motorized Force Test Stands are designed to provide accurate and repeatable results for tension, compression, break and ...
Shimpo FGS-250W Test Stand
The Shimpo FGS-250W Test Stand is specifically designed for tensile and compressive force testing and destructive or failure testing for ...
Shimpo FGS-50S Test Stand
SHIMPO’s manual test stands offer the ability to obtain accurate, consistent results without the high cost of a motorized system. ...
Shimpo FGV-HXY Digital Gauge
The Series FGV-HXY Digital Force Gauges offer an enhanced heavy-duty housing allowing them to be utilized in high capacity tension ...
Shimpo FGV-XY DART 2.0 Series
The Series FGV-XY DART 2.0 Force Gauges combine a rugged, ergonomic and compact design to provide a complete force testing ...
Shimpo MF Series
Incredibly durable and user-friendly, the economical MF mechanical force gauges are excellent for push/pull force testing in manufacturing, material testing, ...
Shimpo MFD Series Mechanical Gauge
So simple anyone can use, the economical MFD mechanical force gauges with dual kg/lb scales are excellent for push/pull force ...
Chatillon LTCM-100 Series
The Chatillon® LTCM-100 Series motorized tester, combined with a Chatillon gauge, is perfect for applications requiring an economical solution to ...
Chatillon LTCM-500 Series Motorized Force Tester
A large working are and 5-inch (130mm) throat and long 29.5-inch (750mm) travel is ideal for tensile, compression, flexural, shear ...
Lloyd Instruments/Ametek EZ20
The EZ20 testing machine combines high performance, flexibility and exceptional ease of use. It is ideal for testing applications up ...
Lloyd Instruments/Ametek EZ50
The EZ50 testing machine combines high performance, flexibility and exceptional ease of use. It is ideal for testing applications up ...
Lloyd Instruments/Ametek LR100KPlus
The LR100KPlus advanced materials testing machine incorporates an extensive range of features making it ideal for performing complex as well ...
Lloyd Instruments/Ametek LR10KPlus
The LR10KPlus testing machine combines high performance, flexibility and exceptional ease of use. It is ideal for testing applications up ...
Lloyd Instruments/Ametek LR150KPlus
The LR150KPlus advanced materials testing machine incorporates an extensive range of features making it ideal for performing complex as well ...
Lloyd Instruments/Ametek LR30KPlus
The LR30KPlus testing machine combines high performance, flexibility and exceptional ease of use. It is ideal for testing applications up ...
Lloyd Instruments/Ametek LR50KPlus
The LR50KPlus testing machine combines high performance, flexibility and exceptional ease of use. It is ideal for testing applications ...
Lloyd Instruments/Ametek LR5K Plus Twin Column Bench Mounted
The LR5KPlus testing machine combines high performance, flexibility and exceptional ease of use. It is ideal for testing applications ...
Lloyd Instruments/Ametek LS100KPlus
The LS100KPlus testing machine combines high performance, flexibility and exceptional ease of use. It is ideal for testing applications up ...
Shimadzu AG-X Plus
This product is now obsolete. Please click here for the replacement product. The Shimadzu AG-X Plus universal testers deliver high-level control, intuitive operation, ...
White Papers
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Force Measurement Explained
Force measurement is used in many differing types of applications and may be accomplished with devices utilizing differing technologies. Typical ...
November 1, 2016
Is Force Measurement Evolving into Materials Testing?
In the past force measurement generally meant obtaining a peak load measurement on a product, part or material to verify ...
November 1, 2016
Measuring the Eating Quality of Meat
Uniformity and enhancement of meat eating quality is seen as an important factor in the sustainability of the Scottish (and ...
November 1, 2016
Selecting a Testing, Calibration or Measurement Supplier
When selecting a supplier to fulfill your testing, calibration or measurement needs, you need to be sure that they can ...
November 1, 2016
Single Column Force Testers Offer Practical and Affordable Force Testing Solutions
Single column force testers today represent the largest single market segment of the force testing marketplace for a number of ...
November 1, 2016
The Benefits of Buying Local
Businesses are turning to the Internet for a wide variety of purchases, including scales. Although convenient and sometimes less expensive, ...
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