ASTM E8 Tension Testing of Metallic Materials

ASTM E8 Tensile tests provide information on the strength and ductility of materials under uniaxial tensile stresses. From fragile wires to structural steel, from lead and copper to aluminum, steel and titanium alloys, metal alloy manufacturers face the challenge of testing their products and materials to meet advertised quality specifications and comply with required industry standards. We solve those challenges for you with a wide variety of uniaxial tensile testing solutions at the most cost-effective prices in the industry.

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ASTM E8 Test Procedure

Step 1: Measure and document the specimen dimensions to determine the smallest point’s cross-sectional area. The original cross-sectional area is used for stress calculations.

Step 2: If not using an extensometer, place gage marks on the test samples at the appropriate gage length. The distance between the gage marks after the specimen is broken is used to determine the percent elongation at the breaking point. The gage lengths need to be the same.

Step 3: Zero the test machine.

Step 4: Install the specimen into the grips. If using an extensometer, install the extensometer on the sample and begin loading the specimen. Step 5: Run the test until the sample either fails or fractures.

Step 6: Remove the broken sample. If using an extensometer the software will automatically calculate the elongation, yield and modulus data. If not using an extensometer, fit the fractured ends together and measure the distance between the gage marks to the nearest 0.05 mm (0.002 in).

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