ISO 815-1 Compression Set Testing for Vulcanized or Thermoplastic Rubber (Ambient/Elevated)

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ISO 815-1 describes laboratory methods for the compression set of vulcanized and thermoplastic rubber at ambient and elevated temperatures. To match this to your program, talk with our team.

What ISO 815-1 Covers

It measures the permanent deformation remaining after a rubber specimen is held compressed, characterizing recovery and sealing performance.

How the Test Is Run

A specimen is compressed to a set deflection in a jig, held at the test temperature for a defined time, released, and the residual set is measured after recovery.

Why It Matters

Compression set governs seal and gasket longevity; controlled compression fixtures and accurate thickness measurement are used.

Reading the Designation

Cited as ISO 815-1 with its edition year. Confirm the edition and specimen requirements before finalizing setup. To configure a rubber testing setup, request a quote.

Related Standards

ISO 815-2 covers low-temperature compression set and ASTM D395 is the ASTM method.

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Setting up rubber compression set testing to ISO 815-1? Request a quote and our team will help you build a system matched to your compound type and temperature.


TensileMill CNC products for ISO 815-1

Our specimen-preparation systems and testing equipment compatible with ISO 815-1:


Bring ISO 815-1 testing in-house with TensileMill CNC

TensileMill CNC designs and builds the systems labs use for standards-based mechanical testing. For this work we supply universal testing machines with pneumatic grips and cutting dies for rubber and elastomer specimens. Tell us your materials, specimen forms, and required test sections, and our team will match the right configuration.