Pneumatic Clamping Grips for Consistent Specimen Holding

Description

Pneumatic grips use controlled air pressure to apply stable and repeatable clamping force to the specimen. They are operated by a hand switch or foot pedal, and the integrated air cylinders close the jaws with adjustable pressure that can be set according to the material being tested. This helps maintain surface integrity while holding the specimen securely during tensile loading.

These grips are commonly used for rubber, plastics, textiles, and other flexible or soft materials where controlled clamping is important. The applied pressure can be adjusted to help limit crushing or slipping during standardized tensile procedures.

Due to their quick operation, pneumatic grips are used in high-throughput testing environments such as quality control labs and production settings. Variants including pneumatic side action designs are suited for mid-range test forces, often up to 20 kN, and support centered specimen alignment during loading.

Pneumatic grips are compatible with testing performed under ASTM, ISO, and similar standards, making them suitable for routine testing and development work across materials that benefit from adjustable, repeatable clamping conditions.

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