Compression platens are used to determine the compression characteristics of material samples. Platens are commonly manufactured from aluminum or steel and attach to the testing machine with an eye-end connector appropriate for the load capacity. Choose platens based on sample size and capacity requirements. Spherically seated platens will compensate for horizontal misalignment of the sample.

CPC-20T

CPC-20T
  • For soft samples, cardboards, plastics etc.
  • Aluminum anodized
  • Diameter of platen [mm] 56, 96, 116, 156, 196, 246, 296
  • Max capacity typically up to 10kN of force
  • Download CPC Datasheet

CPC-100T

CPC-100T
  • For hard materials, steel, plastics, stone etc.
  • Hardened steel 58 HRC, manganese phosphated
  • Nickel plated: -70°C – +350°C (on request)
  • Diameter of platen [mm] 56, 96, 116, 156, 196, 246, 296, 346
  • Max capacity typically up to 100kN of force
  • Download CPC Datasheet

CPS-20T

CPS-20T
  • For soft samples, cardboards, plastics etc.
  • Aluminum anodized
  • Size of platen [mm] 50×50, 500×500
  • Max capacity typically up to 10kN of force
  • Download CPS Datasheet

CPS-100T

CPS-100T
  • For hard materials, steel, plastics, stone etc.
  • Hardened steel 58 HRC
  • Nickel plated: -70°C – +350°C (on request)
  • Size of platen [mm] 100×100, 396 x 596
  • Max capacity typically up to 100kN of force
  • Download CPS Datasheet

CP-SST

CP-SST

Self-aligning and fixable platen. Spherically seating – the platen adjusts to the specimen. It is also possible to fix the platen at the required position.

CP-SSTk: for couplings Ø 12-25mm CP-SSTg: for couplings Ø 30-40 mm

  • Applicable for metal specimens, concrete etc
  • Hardened steel 58 HRC, phosphate coating

CP-SSTi: for couplings up to 8mm

MPP Multi-Purpose Platens

MPP

MPP-AL: T-groove plate

  • For all-purpose tests
  • Aluminum, anodized

MPP-ST: T-groove plate

  • For all-purpose tests
  • Hardened steel 58 HRC, phosphate coating

Download MPP Datasheet

Compressometer Cage

Compressometer Cage

Includes:

  • Options available for 6 x 12 in (152.4 x 304.8mm), 4 x 8 in (101.6 x 203.2mm), or 3 x 6 in (76.2 x 152.4mm) cylinders
  • Used for evaluating the Young’s modulus and Poisson’s ratio of concrete cylinders per ASTM C469
  • The compressometer includes two, cast-aluminum alloy yokes, mounting and central points, stainless steel control rods
  • The assembly includes two displacement transducers
  • Compressometer-only or compressometer with one transducer options available
  • Download Compression Cage Datasheet

GW-CP-150XT, 250XT, 300XT

Tensile wedge grip and compression platen assembly for testing in both tension and compression without the need to switch fixtures

  • Tensile/Compressive Force: 150, 250, or 300kN
  • Tensile Clamping Area: Height 110mm x Width 60mm
  • Serrated jaws for flat samples
    • Opening 0-30mm, 26-50mm
  • V-Jaws for round samples
    • Ø 6-30mm, 30-50mm
  • Compressive Testing Area: 220mm
  • Download GW-CP Datasheet
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