DIN 54518 is the test method for the short-span compressive strength of paper and board. To match this to your program, talk with our team.
What DIN 54518 Covers
It measures the in-plane compressive strength of paper over a short span, an indicator of the fiber strength that drives packaging performance.
How the Test Is Run
A conditioned strip is clamped over a short unsupported span and compressed until it fails, and the short-span compressive strength is recorded.
Why It Matters
SCT correlates with box and stacking performance; a precise short-span fixture and controlled conditioning are essential.
Reading the Designation
Cited as DIN 54518 with its edition year. Confirm the edition and specimen or conditioning requirements before finalizing setup. To configure a paper testing setup, request a quote.
Related Standards
ISO 9895 and TAPPI T 826 are equivalent short-span compression methods.
Request a Quote
Setting up short-span compression testing to DIN 54518? Request a quote and our team will help you build a system matched to your grammage and specimen width.
TensileMill CNC products for DIN 54518
Our specimen-preparation systems and testing equipment compatible with DIN 54518:
Electro Mechanical Universal Testing System 5 kN / 50 kN with Precision Load Cell
Electro-Mechanical UTM · 5 kN / 50 kN with Precision Load Cell
Bring DIN 54518 testing in-house with TensileMill CNC
TensileMill CNC builds testing systems used across quality control, research, and production. For this work we supply universal testing machines with paper and board grips and compression fixtures. Send us your specimen types and target standards, and we will help you spec the right system.