Tensile or tension tests are simple, relatively inexpensive, standardized and commonly used to measure strength, yield strength and elongation. Results of tensile testing are essential for comparison of materials, quality control, alloy development, certifying the integrity of a product and reduction in area of non-ferrous materials. A tensile test machine with tensile grips and an extensometer can be used to measure several characteristics of a metal including Young's modulus (modulus of elasticity), yield strength and strain hardening. When testing aluminum and alloys, many follow prewritten ASTM and ISO standards. ASTM E8, ISO 6892-1, and EN 10000-2 are all-encompassing metal tensile testing standards. They cover most alloys and forms of metals. ASTM B557 is the standard test method for tensile testing non-ferrous metals. TestResources universal material testing machines are effectively used for determining the strength and ductility of materials under uniaxial tensile stresses. TestResources test machines meet the requirements specified in ASTM E8, ASTM B557, ISO 6892-1, and EN 10002-1. For questions or help testing in accordance to ASTM and ISO standards, give one of our applications engineers a call today.
Applicable Testing Standards
- ISO 6892-1 & 2 Metal Tensile Testing
- ASTM E8 Tension Testing of Metallic Materials
- ASTM B557 Tension Cast Aluminum Magnesium Test Equipment
Recommended Test Machine
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
Recommended Testing Accessories
Load ratings of 20 kN and 50 kN (4,500 lbf and 11,250 lbf)
Maximum specimen thickness of 16 mm (0.63 in)
Self-tightening design resists slippage of the specimen
Fast and easy specimen setup
Load ratings from 20 kN to 250 kN (4,500 lbf to 55,000 lbf)
Works well with round or flat specimens
Load ratings from 25 kN to 500 kN (5,625 lbf to 112,500 lbf)
Jaws move laterally in stationary position while grip body moves on adjustment
Works well with round or flat specimens
Measures displacement for axial tensile, compression, and cyclic testing
Gage lengths from 10 mm to 50 mm (0.5 in to 2.0 in)
Measuring ranges from 5% to 100% strain
Lightweight and self-supporting