3_point 4_point Bend Fixtures

This family of bend fixtures is designed for 3-point and 4-point bend testing of plastics, metals, ceramics, tubing, and many other materials. Two base sizes are available, along with an upper anvil, and optional roller diameters. Use a base-anvil combination for 3-point bend testing or two bases for 4-point bend testing. The fixtures conform to ASTM C393, C1161, D790, and related standards.

Bases feature movable blocks with multiple V-grooves to accept several roller diameters. 10 mm dia. rollers are included, and other sizes are available.

The bases feature engraved rulers, dual-graduated with an inch scale on one side and mm scale on the other. Includes integrated eye end mounting, and requires an eye end adapter to mount to Mark-10 force gauges or force sensors, and test stands. The bases also include thru-holes and mounting screws for direct mounting to certain test stands.

Features

• Designed for 3-point and 4-point bend testing
• Accommodate a broad sample size range
• Rugged design
• Dual graduated rulers - in and mm
• Recommended for use with a motorized test stand.
• May be used with eye end adapters or mounted to test stands with mounting screws (except anvil - eye end mounting only).

Specification

• including two blocks and 10 mm dia. Supports

Optional Equipment

Support kits 1 mm, 2 mm, and 5 mm diameter kits accommodateother testing requirements. Each kit includes four supports and eight o-rings. Contact Mark-10 for custom sizes up to 15 mm.

Eye end adapters Allow for quick grip installation and removal, and prevent grip rotation. Mount to common test frames, load cells, and force gauges.