Product overview
These vice action Tensile Grips have a maximum holding capacity of 100kg (1kN). The jaw faces are 30mm wide and 30mm high. However, the design of the grips enables jaw faces up to 100mm wide and 30mm high to be accommodated.
Applications include geo-textiles, polymers and heavy-duty packaging and can be used to determine the tensile characteristics of any uniform material that can be accommodated within the grip profile.
Typical graph
![Graph showing measurement of tensile strength of tin sheet using the Heavy Duty Tensile Grips](/media/b1bk1jxs/materials-tin-sheet-tensile-test.jpg?width=1600&height=1600&v=1db2ad103349230)
Technical information
Ideal sample form
Materials that can be held and gripped without sample failing at the grip face.
Optional extras
Additional faces (80mm wide) are available as a separate item (A/HDG/80K – knurled) or (A/HDG/80R – rubber)
Installation
Full installation instructions are provided within the Education Zone of the latest Exponent/Connect software version and on the technical information sheet accompanying this product.
Chemical compatibility
Stable Micro Systems probes and attachments are commonly made from four materials: anodised aluminium (AA6082 T6), stainless steel (316 T), Delrin (acetyl copolymer) and Perspex (polycarbonate).
In general use, probes and attachments made from these materials will be suitable for testing food products and inert non-food materials.
The four materials listed above are not universally resistant to all types of chemicals and as such the compatibility of the probe/attachment material with the product (to be tested) must be established to prevent damage to the probes and attachments. If the compatibility of the product with the probe is unknown to the customer then the chemical information about the product (Material Safety Data Sheet or Product Data Sheet) should be submitted to Stable Micro Systems. Stable Micro Systems will then assess the suitability of the probe/attachment material for use with the product and advise accordingly. If this advice is not sought then Stable Micro Systems will not accept liability for probes/attachments damaged by chemical attack from the product being tested.
Cleaning and maintenance
All probes and attachments may be cleaned in warm (or hand hot) water using a mild detergent. A soft brush may be used but abrasive cleaning aids should be avoided. Stable Micro Systems products should not be microwaved or cleaned in a dishwasher.
Screw threads should be lightly lubricated after drying using a light lubricant, e.g. petroleum jelly, mineral oil. This will aid the fitting and unscrewing of the item. Each component of a probe or attachment should be wrapped separately when stored, to avoid scratching or chipping. This will safeguard against any unnecessary damage to the accessory.