The ASTM D5418 standard characterizes the visco-elastic properties of thermoplastic and thermosetting resins and composite systems in the form of rectangular specimen. The specimens may be directly cut from sheets, molded shapes or plates. The data generated using the dual cantilever beam (DCB) method may be used to assess the elastic modulus with respect to different temperatures, frequencies and time. The test also specifies how to measure the loss moduli or Tan Delta to compare insulation properties of the plastics.
TestResources builds testing machines for material testing applications, including ASTM D5418. The testing machines that we build are modular, meaning that they can easily be configured to meet the specific requirements of unique testing applications. We have tagged suggested bend testing equipment for ASTM D5418 below.
Recommended Test Machine
Static and fatigue forces up to 50 kN (11,250 lbf)
Frequency ratings up to 75 Hz
Oil-free, all electric actuator for clean test conditions
Lower purchase, operating, and maintenance costs than hydraulic equivalents
Static and fatigue forces up to 25 kN (5,500 lbf)
Frequency ratings up to 100 Hz
Servohydraulic
Small, portable footprint
Recommended Testing Accessories
Load ratings up to 250 kN (56,250 lbf)
Base lengths up to 1200 mm (48 in)
Various roller sizes available
Available in 3-point and 4-point configurations
Load ratings up to 10 kN (2,250 lbf)
Interchangeable roller diameters from 1 mm to 12.7 mm (0.04 in to 0.5 in)
Easily adjustable span
Base lengths of 150 mm (6 in) and 300 mm (12 in)
Available from a 1 mm (0.04 in) measurement range to a 25 mm (1.0 in) measurement range
May be used in a wide variety of tests
Includes a magnetic and adjustable mounting base
Standard units meet Class B-1 of ASTM E83, Class 0,5 of ISO 9513
Gage lengths from 10 mm to 50 mm (0.39 in. to 1.97 in.)
Standard temperature rating of ambient to 1,200°C (2,200°F)
Optional temperature rating upto 1,600°C (2,900°F)
Gripping arms made to order
Standard temperature range of -155°C to 620°C (-247°F to 1150°F)
Accompanied by a broad set of accessories that are capable of withstanding the heat or cold
PID controlled internal temperature
Mounts directly to the test frame
Maximum operating temperature options of 500°C or 1200°C (930°F or 2,200°F)
Minimum operating temperature of 300°C (570°F)
PID controlled temperature
Utilizes 120 V or 240 V power
