Compression Platens

CPC-20T compression platens are 20kN capacity Aluminum platens and the CPC-50Ts are 50kN capacity Steel platens.

Platen diameter options include:

— 56mm (2.2”)
— 96mm (3.78”)
— 116mm (4.57”)
— 156mm (6.14”)
— 196mm (7.72”)
— 246mm (9.68”)
— 296mm (11.65”)

Other force capacities, platen dimensions, high/low temperature ranges, and mounting adapters are also available.

Picture shows ASTM D1621 compression test setup for plastics compression testing.

CPS-20T compression platens are 20kN capacity Aluminum platens and the CPS-50Ts are 50kN capacity Steel platens.

Square and rectangular platen options include:

— 50 by 50mm (1.97 by 1.97”)
— 100 by 100mm (3.94 by 3.94”)
— 120 by 120mm (4.72 by 4.72”)
— 120 by 180mm (4.72 by 7.1”)
— 125 by 250mm (4.92 by 9.84”)
— 150 by 150mm (5.9 by 5.9”)
— 150 by 300mm (5.9 by 11.8”)
— 200 by 200mm (7.87 by 7.87″)
— 250 by 250mm (9.84 by 9.84″)
— 300 by 300mm (11.8 by 11.8″)
— 350 by 350mm (13.8 by 13.8″)
— 400 by 400mm (15.7 by 15.7″)
— 400 by 600mm (15.7 by 23.6″)
— 500 by 500mm (19.7 by 19.7″)

Other force capacities, platen dimensions, high/low temperature ranges, and mounting adapters are available.

Picture shows ASTM D2412 plastic pipe compression test setup.

CPS-L perforated compression platens come with evenly spaced out 6mm diameter holes. The perforated design allows air to outflow and is preferred for certain foam testing applications.

Configurations include:

— 120 by 120mm (4.7 by 4.7″)
— 150 by 150mm (5.9 by 5.9″)
— 150 by 220mm (5.9 by 8.7″)
— 400 by 400mm (15.7 by 15.7″)

Different force capacities, other platen dimensions, high and low temperature ranges, and mounting adapters are also available.

Picture shows ADMET 5603F Foam Testing System with perforated base.

CP-SST spherically seated platens are self-aligning and fixable. They are used with specimens that do not have a parallel surface when placed in between the platens. Once mounted, operators can apply a small pre-load and fix the platen at the required position to start the test.

CP-SSTi platens are Aluminum platens applicable for low-weight compression samples such as packaging materials. CP-SSTk platens are Hardened Steel platens for metal, concrete, and other specimens requiring a higher force capacity.

Standard diameter options include:

— 56mm (2.2”)
— 96mm (3.78”)
— 116mm (4.57”)
— 156mm (6.14”)
— 196mm (7.72”)
— 246mm (9.68”)

Extended force capacities, platen dimensions, high/low temperature ranges, and mounting adapters are also available.

Multi-purpose T-slot platens can be ordered in Aluminum or Steel for a variety of testing applications. They are often used to attach test fixtures and grips to testing machines. Available dimensions include:

— 250 by 250mm (9.8 by 9.8″)
— 220 by 400mm (8.7 by 15.7″)
— 380 by 400mm (15 by 15.7″)

— This specialized compression platen is used to perform Cornell Mattress Testing per ASTM F1566

CC compression cages include compression platens between guide bars and customizable mounting adapters. Packaging materials, boxes, large closed cell foams may be tested with compression cages.

Platen dimension options are:

— 100 by 100mm (3.94 by 3.94”)
— 150 by 150mm (5.9 by 5.9″)
— 200 by 200mm (7.87 by 7.87″)
— 250 by 250mm (10.2 by 10.2″)
— 300 by 300mm (11.8 by 11.8″)
— 400 by 400mm (15.7 by 15.7″)

Vertical test areas range from 200mm (7.9″)  to 500mm (19.7″).

ADMET has the expertise to design, build, deliver, and implement custom mechanical test equipment including compression fixtures according to customer-specific testing requirements. We have custom-built compression fixtures for specific materials and testing applications.

Picture shows ISO 13314 compression platen with displacement transducer mounts.