For pre-stressed concrete multi-wire strand tensile tests may be performed using the procedures specified below
Applicable Testing Standards
- ISO 15630 Steel Reinforcement of Concrete
- ASTM A370 Tensile Bend Strength Steel Test Equipment
- ASTM A416 Tensile Breaking Elongation Stress Relaxation Steel Wire Test Machines
Recommended Test Machine
300 Series Electromechanical Universal Test Machines
Force range of 5 kN to 600 kN (1,125 lbf to 135,000 lbf)
Adjustable test space
The most popular choice for static tension and compression tests
These dual column testers are available in both tabletop and floor standing models