Pendulum Impact Tester Impact Testing Machine for Material Toughness
Overview
Our pendulum impact tester, also known as charpy impact tester and izod impact testing machine, is a professional instrument to measure material impact toughness, fracture behavior and notch sensitivity under sudden impact. By converting potential energy into kinetic energy via a preset-height pendulum, it accurately calculates impact absorption energy, helping evaluate material toughness efficiently. With high precision, stable operation and automatic data processing, it is widely used for metals, plastics and composites, serving as an essential tool for R&D, quality control and certification. We offer standard and customized combined charpy & izod models to meet diverse needs.
Standards Compliance
Our pendulum impact tester strictly complies with global mainstream standards, ensuring authoritative and comparable test results for product export. Key standards include:
- International Standards: ISO 148-1 (metal Charpy), ISO 179-1 (plastic Charpy), ISO 180 (plastic Izod), ASTM E23 (metal), ASTM D256 (plastic Izod), JIS Z 2242.
- Industry Standards: API 5L (pipeline steel), GB/T 14152-2021 (automotive steel), ISO 14556 (instrumented impact).
Applications
Our pendulum impact tester is widely used in various industries for material impact performance testing, including:
- Metal Industry: Steel, aluminum alloy, cast iron, welds, pipeline steel and aerospace metal components.
- Plastic & Polymer Industry: Engineering plastics (ABS, PC, PP), plastic films, sheets and pipes.
- Automotive Industry: Body steel plates, bumpers, interior parts and chassis components.
- Electronics & Construction: Electronic product shells, plastic pipes, building plates and packaging materials.
- Research & Military: Material R&D in laboratories, aerospace and military equipment components.
Features and Advantages
Our pendulum impact tester integrates advanced technology and user-friendly design, with core advantages:
- Dual Test Modes: Quick switch between Charpy (simple beam) and Izod (cantilever beam), compatible with V/U-notch specimens.
- High Precision: Shaftless encoder (0.045° angle resolution) ensures ±0.5%/±1% energy accuracy, with 0.01J reading resolution.
- Intelligent Control: Touch screen operation, automatic data storage/printing; optional computer control for automatic pendulum operation.
- Flexible Operation: Interchangeable pendulums (0.5J~750J), quick specimen alignment, single-column structure for low-temperature accessory installation.
- Safe & Durable: Full-enclosed shield, double braking mechanism; wear-resistant anvil, modular design for easy maintenance.
- Customizable: Optional low-temperature chamber (-40℃~-80℃), instrumented impact module and special fixtures.
Technical Parameters
General Parameters
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| Charpy + Izod, interchangeable |
| 0.5J~750J (optional specifications available) |
| 150° (standard), 90° (film optional) |
| 3.5m/s (Izod), 3.8m/s (Charpy plastic), 5.2~5.5m/s (Charpy metal) |
| ±0.5% (high-precision), ±1% (standard) |
| Digital touch screen/computer; AC 220V/380V, 50/60Hz |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Common questions from global customers about our pendulum impact tester:
- Q1: What’s the difference between Charpy and Izod modes?
- A1: Charpy (simple beam, both ends supported) for metals/engineering plastics; Izod (cantilever, one end clamped) for rigid plastics. Our machine supports quick switching.
- Q2: Does it comply with international standards?
- A2: Yes, it meets ISO 148, ASTM E23, ISO 179, ASTM D256 and other mainstream standards, suitable for export certification.
- Q3: Can it be customized?
- A3: Yes, we customize energy range, low-temperature modules, instrumented functions and special fixtures as needed.
- Q4: Is it suitable for film testing?
- A4: Yes, we have special models (0.5J~3J) for plastic films/sheets, complying with GB/T 8809 and ASTM D3420.
