Instron
Instron is a global leader in materials testing, offering a comprehensive portfolio of testing systems designed to evaluate mechanical properties such as tensile, compression, flexural, fatigue, impact, and dynamic behavior. Our products support a wide range of applications, from raw materials to finished products — backed by expert engineering and a global service network providing calibration, training, and technical support. With deep application knowledge and responsive local support, Instron helps customers optimize performance, improve efficiency, and accelerate innovation across industries.
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Furnaces
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These three zone resistance wire wound furnaces are of split construction to facilitate fast and easy loading of a pre-assembled specimen train. The case is constructed from stainless steel with aluminium and hardened insulation board end plates. The optional front cut-out allows the use of side-entry high-temperature extensometry. Adjustable stainless steel latches keep the furnace halves locked together during use, but are then easily opened once testing is complete. The furnace is available with optional heavy duty brackets or mountings, which attach to a wide range of testing systems. An extensive range of standard controllers is available to suit most test regimes. Custom variants can be specified should the standard range not include a suitable unit.
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Crack Opening Displacement (COD) gauges
COD
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Instron® Crack Opening Displacement transducers are designed specifically to perform standard ASTM and ISO fracture mechanics tests (both cyclic and static), covering all common specimen geometries (CT, SEB, Centre Crack, Arc Shaped). Each model offers class leading linearity, whilst being rugged enough to withstand the high energy release common in many of these applications and can be used at both elevated and sub-ambient temperatures. These gauges comply with requirements laid down in ASTM E399-09.
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Long Travel Extensometer
XL
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The Instron model XL (long travel) extensometer is a precise device for measuring strain in highly extensible materials such as elastomers, semi-rigid plastics and films. Designed for use with electromechanical testing instruments, Instron XL units can be used to measure specimens elongation's up to 10 in or 250 mm. An optional of 15 in or 375 mm travel is also available.
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Static Load Cells (5 N to 300 kN)
2530 Series
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The Instron 2530 Series static load cells are precision force transducers engineered for versatile use in tension, compression, cyclic, and reverse stress testing, delivering accurate measurements down to 1/500th of their capacity. Individually temperature-compensated and calibrated, they support automatic recognition and electronic calibration, and are built to international force-measurement standards (ASTM E4, ISO 7500-1 class 0.5, and JIS B7721, B7733). With overload protection (150 % of rating without damage, 300 % without mechanical failure), the 2530 family offers consistent, repeatable performance across a wide force range (5 N to 300 kN).2530 Series load cells with capacities of 5 N to 100 N are for use with 3300, 3400, 5900, and 6800 Series testing systems.2530 Series Load cells with capacities of 500 N to 300 kN are for use with 3300 and 3400 Series testing systems.
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Automated XY Stage
AT2
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The Instron AT2 is a compact automated XY stage that streamlines compression, tensile, and flexural testing for both batches of specimens and single components with multiple test points. Designed for seamless integration with 6800 Series universal testing systems, the AT2 features standard bolt patterns for custom fixturing and accommodates a wide range of specimen geometries. Fully integrated with Bluehill® Universal software, it enables operators to quickly define and execute test sequences using grid, diamond, or custom layouts—boosting throughput, consistency, and testing efficiency.
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HDT VICAT Testers
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The Instron HV Series of HDT Vicat testing machines bring you an enhanced user experience and outstanding productivity. Our HDT and Vicat testers with Bluehill® HV Software make materials testing SIMPLER, SMARTER, SAFER.
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CEAST VisualMELT Software
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VisualMELT Software is designed to control all the functions of the Modular Melt Flow Systems, from single-weight to multiple-weight tests. The software enables the user to manage all optional equipment, including the load cell, the automatic cutting device, and the motorized weight lifter. When working with a multi-weight tester, it is possible to set up and control single-weight or multi-weight tests, as well as define the order and number of weights to be applied.
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Capillary Rheometers
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Plastics are amazing materials with the unique ability to flow when heated to relatively low temperatures. They can be formed into a wide variety of shapes and tailored for many different applications. However, their flow properties during this process are complex and affected by many parameters. Instron® provides comprehensive and effective testing solutions in plastics applications and industries through the CEAST SmartRHEO Series. This capillary rheometer simulates the process conditions, measuring the plastic materials flow behavior that characterizes the rheology of materials.
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ElectroPuls® Automated XY Stage
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Test the durability of your products and components in ways not possible until now, using Instron®’s ElectroPuls Automated XY Stage.
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VisualIMPACT Software
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CEAST VisualIMPACT software is designed to control CEAST Pendulums and Drop Tower Series, manage tests and offer a user-friendly interface when using the Data Acquisition System. It records force and absorbed energy data related to impacts, visualizes and helps analyze the results and calculates resilience. The operator is guided through parameters setup by means of tables describing strikers and specimens that are filtered according to the test type and international standard selected. In the case of instrumented tests, many possibilities for data analysis and visualization are made available. The results are shown through comprehensive and customizable graphs and can be filtered by break type (only specimens with a selected break type are shown). Working with groups of test, the software performs a statistical analysis, and the operator can pick and discard single test results. Different measurement units can be selected. It is possible to print reports and to export data totally or partially. Recent improvements include the possibility to set a number of user profiles, including graphic settings, default printing options, advanced parameters for data analysis and so on, switching quickly from one another when looking at results. The introduction of a new Data Acquisition System (CEAST DAS 64K) in the Impact product line has also triggered a number of new capabilities for the SW, which is now able to process a more comprehensive calibration file for instrumented tups and hammers and manage DAS configurations with a wider range of data acquisition channels.
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Environmental Chambers
3119-600 Series
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The Instron environmental chambers are precision thermal enclosures designed to integrate with static or dynamic test systems, enabling evaluation of material behavior under controlled non-ambient conditions. They circulate hot or cold air over specimens and grips using forced-convection to maintain stable temperatures. These chambers are available in a variety of standard sizes (or can be customized), and are compatible with extensometers, grips, and fixtures to provide a turnkey solution for temperature-dependent testing from subzero to elevated conditions.
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(25kN) Fatigue Testing Systems
8872
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The 8872 fatigue testing system is ideal for fatigue and static testing of biomedical, advanced materials, and manufactured components. The servohydraulic actuator is conveniently located in the crosshead for easy table mounting. The T-slot base makes it easy to secure orthopaedic specimens, automotive components, and manufacturing assemblies. The adjustable crosshead, actuator-mounted load cell, and corrosion resistant T-slot base with unique drain channel are essential for testing biomedical specimens immersed in a saline bath.
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Mechanical Wedge Action Grips
2716 Series
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The Instron mechanical wedge action grips are durable tensile grips designed to automatically increase clamping force as test loads rise, maintaining fixed jaw positions and preventing slippage. Their open-front, moving-body design allows easy specimen insertion while ensuring consistent gauge length and minimal compressive force during clamping, making them a versatile gripping solution and particularly suitable for testing high-strength materials such as metals and composites.
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Melt Flow Testers
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nstron®'s CEAST Melt Flow Testers are specifically designed for easy and accurate measuring of the Melt Flow Rate (MFR) and the Melt Volume Rate (MVR). CEAST Melt Flow Testers range from systems that perform a simple manual test procedure to semi-automated testing systems performing multiple weight tests. Our testers meet ASTM and ISO standards.
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ElectroPuls
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With more than ten years of running tests over billions of cycles, ElectroPuls systems are the established materials testing instruments using patented linear motor technology. Offering slow-speed static and high-frequency fatigue testing, this versatile testing capability means ElectroPuls systems are ideal for any lab or office space. Choose from axial only or combined axial-torsion systems that can deliver up to 10kN and 100Nm. Available in 3 sizes, simply pick the one that's right for you. ElectroPuls, a simpler, smarter, safer way to meet your testing needs.
