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Fundamental Coefficient of Friction Fixture

The MTS Fundamental™ Coefficient of Friction Fixture employs a pulley and string mechanism to measure the force required to pull a friction sled over a material specimen. It is suitable for meeting a variety of material testing standards, including ASTM D1894 (plastic film), TAPPI T542 (paper and cardboard), TAPPI T549 (non-fibrous materials), and TAPPI T816 (corrugated). The upper grip is not included.

Applications

Test types

Friction

Test specimens

CardboardPaperPlasticsPolymers

Test standards

ASTM D1894TAPPI T542TAPPI T549TAPPI T816

Brochures & Datasheets

Technical Specifications

Specifications

MTS Fundamental Coefficient of Friction Grips
MODEL PART NUMBER GRIP TYPE FORCE CAPACITY UPPER GRIP WEIGHT TEMPERATURE RATING ATTACHMENT TYPE LOWER FIXTURE HEIGHT FIXTURE WIDTH
FCF103 100-087-526 Coefficient of Friction 1 kN (225 lbf) NA 0°C (32°F) to 50°C (122°F) D 112 mm (4.4 in) 203 mm (8 in)

Specifications

Integrated Specimen Interface
MODEL LENGTH MAXIMUM THICKNESS WIDTH
FCF103 279.4 mm (11 in) 5 mm (0.2 in) 152.4 mm (6 in)

Specifications are taken from the official MTS product page and may change; please confirm with our team before ordering.

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