Side Action Tensile Grips for General Clamping Applications

Side action tensile grips are mechanical clamps used for tensile testing across a wide range of materials, including plastics, metals, textiles, rubber, and composites. They give a lab one dependable grip for everyday pulling tests.

They are a practical choice where a stable holding force and a straightforward setup matter more than automation. To match a set to your work, request a personal quote.

Side action grips accept interchangeable jaw faces so the clamping surface can match the specimen, including:

• Smooth faces for delicate or finished surfaces
• Serrated faces for a firm mechanical hold
• Rubber-coated faces for soft or slippery materials

The right face supports consistent gripping and reduces specimen movement during the test. See related consumables and jaw inserts.

Side action grips use two jaws that apply lateral pressure to the specimen, tightened by hand with a screw or lever mechanism. This gives the operator direct control over the clamping force.

The controlled clamping holds the specimen firmly while helping to avoid marking its surface. Learn more about our tensile testing equipment.

These grips suit medium-load tensile testing across several material families:

• Plastics and composites
• Metals
• Textiles
• Rubber

Matching the jaw face to the material keeps the grip secure across all of these. Explore the full grips and fixtures range.

The right choice depends on a few things:

• The material and its surface condition
• The peak load your test reaches
• The specimen size and thickness

Those set the grip size and the jaw face you need. For a recommendation, email sales@tensilemillcnc.com.

Side action grips offer a simple and economical clamping method without the extra components a pneumatic or hydraulic system needs. For many standardized tests, that means less to set up and maintain.

They are a strong fit where a stable holding force and quick setup are the priority. To compare options for your lab, talk to our team.

Slippage is best avoided by matching the jaw face to the material and applying an appropriate clamping force. Serrated faces grip firmly on metals, while rubber-coated faces hold soft or slippery specimens.

Correct face selection supports consistent gripping and reduces movement during the pull. See related consumables and jaw inserts.

Side action grips are designed for medium-load testing environments, such as quality control labs and research facilities. They cover routine tensile work rather than the highest-force structural testing.

For very high loads, a hydraulic setup is usually the better match. To confirm the right grip for your loads, request a personal quote.

They are commonly used in quality control labs and research facilities for standardized tensile testing. Their straightforward operation suits environments where many routine tests are run each day.

They give consistent results without the complexity of powered gripping. Explore the full grips and fixtures range.

The manual clamping is designed to be controlled, which helps hold the specimen securely without leaving marks on its surface. Choosing a smooth or rubber-coated jaw face further protects delicate materials.

This makes them suitable for finished or sensitive specimens. Learn more about our tensile testing equipment.

Yes. They are practical for standardized tensile testing where a stable holding force and a simple, repeatable setup are needed. The manual mechanism makes each setup easy to reproduce.

This repeatability is what keeps routine results comparable. Learn more about our tensile testing equipment.

Interchangeable jaw faces let you match the clamping surface to the specimen, which supports consistent gripping and reduces the chance of the specimen moving during the test. That directly protects the accuracy of the result.

One grip body can therefore cover several materials by simply swapping faces. See related consumables and jaw inserts.

You can request a personal quote or order online. Sharing your materials, specimen sizes, and load range lets us recommend the right grip and jaw faces.

For a configuration matched to your testing, request a personal quote.