Pneumatic Grips offer dual-action gripping force.
Press Release Summary:
Available in 1, 2, 5, and 10 kN options, 2712-04x Series features fully enclosed self-centering mechanism suitable for gripping plastics, metals, textiles, paper, and foil. Dual-action gripping force allows operator to maintain axiality of loading without having to adjust for changes in specimen thickness. Additional features include air valve to open and close grips, lock nut that removes backlash, and large throat area, which offers room for operator fingers and minimizes pinching.
Original Press Release:
New Pneumatic Side Action Grips
Instron®, a leading provider of testing equipment solutions designed to evaluate mechanical properties of materials and components, offers a new line of pneumatic grips designed with features to enhance gripping performance, usability, and operator safety. The series offers a versatile gripping solution for a wide range of materials including plastics, metals, textiles, paper, and foil.
The 2712-04x Series Pneumatic Grips are available in 1, 2, 5, and 10 kN options. Designed with a robust, fully enclosed self-centering mechanism, you are assured exceptional, repeatable gripping performance. The dual-action gripping force ensures that the specimen self-centers, which allows the operator to easily maintain axiality of loading without having to adjust for changes in the specimen thickness. The enclosed design resists dirt and debris, keeping the grips clean and low-maintenance.
The Pneumatic Grips have a larger throat area that increases room for the operator fingers and reduces the pinching hazard. Other features include: an air valve to open and close the grips, rotatable air inlet with flow control, lock nut design that removes backlash, and a large space between the jaw faces and the grip body. The 5 and 10 kN models feature adjustable offset for lap-shear, composites, and other asymmetrical specimens.
About Instron®
Instron is a leading provider of test equipment for the material and structural testing markets. A global company providing single-source convenience, Instron manufactures and services products used to test the mechanical properties and performances of various materials, components and structures in a wide array of environments.
Instron systems evaluate materials ranging from the most fragile filament to advanced high-strength alloys, providing customers with comprehensive solutions for all their research, quality and service-life testing requirements. Additionally, Instron offers a broad range of service capabilities, including assistance with laboratory management, calibration expertise and customer training.
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