Gardner Impact Tester
Test Methods: ASTM D 2794, D 5420, D 3029, D 4226 and G14
Gardner impact tester model IG-1120 has gained wide acceptance as a means of testing the impact resistance of many types of coatings from paints and vanishes to tough plated, plastic or laminated coatings. It is also used to establish quality standards for resistance to impact surface damage and penetration of many construction materials such as plastics, resins, fibreglass, sheet metals, plywood, etc. Two models, one calibrated in English units and one in Metric, are structurally identical except for the weights that are supplied with each model. Tolerance of weight is +/- 2 oz. The specimen is placed over a hole of 0.640 in. (1.63 cm) diameter in a die mounted in the anvil. The round nosed punch, 0.625 in (1.59cm) diameter, is placed upon the specimen. The weight is raised to the desired height in the 40 in. or 100cm graduated guide tube and dropped. Damage to the sample may be determined visually or with low power magnification or by using a Holiday detector. Weights of 2 and 4 pounds offer impact forces of 80 and 160 inch-lbs. respectively, while the 1 kg and 2 kg weights can exert forces of 100 kg-cm and 200 kg-cm
- Dimensions: 50 x 10 x 10 in. (127 x 25 x 25 cm)
- Weights: 23 lbs (10.4 kg) net, 35 lbs. (15.9 kg) shipping
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| Gardner Heavy-duty Impact Tester: | Model IG-1120- English | Model IG-1121- Metric |
| Price: | $ 1,625.00 US | $ 1,625.00 US |
| Instant Q-Point Rebate (Limited Time): | - $ 100.00 US | - $ 100.00 US |
| You'll Pay: | $ 1,525.00 US How to Order | $ 1,525.00 US How to Order |
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Gardner Extra Heavy Duty Impact Tester - SPI Modified
Model IG-1142
Test Methods: ASTM D 2794, D 5420, D 3029, D 4226 and G14
Gardner impact tester model IG-1142 (formerly known as IG-1140) was developed in cooperation with the Society of the Plastics Industry for evaluating impact resistance of rigid sheets of PVC (30-60 mils thick) and other materials exceeding the 160 in-lb limit of the Gardener Heavy-Duty Impact Tester model IG-1120.
The tester consists of a vertical tube which guides an 8 pound weight, dropped against a punch from heights of up to 40 in. (101.60cm). Graduations in inch-pounds are marked along the height of a slot in the guide tube, through which the weight is raised. Tolerance of weight is ±2 oz. Impact strengths from 0 to 320 inch-pounds can be measured. The punch is placed so that its 0.500 in. (1.27cm) diameter head rests upon the specimen positioned on a pedestal having a hole, 0.640 in. (1.625cm) diameter, connecting with a cleanout tunnel. The falling weight strikes the punch, driving its head against the specimen and into the hole. By gradually increasing the distance the weight drops, the point at which failure occurs can be determined. Failure is usually defined as a clearly visible rupture of the target area
- Graduated 40 inches (102 cm) guide tube with included 8 lbs weight
- Maximum force of 320 inch-pounds
- 0.5 in (12.7 mm) diameter punch
- 0.64 in (16.3 mm) die
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| Extra Heavy-Duty Gardner Impact Tester - SPI Modified: | Model IG-1142 |
| Price: | $ 2,675.00 US |
| Instant Q-Point Rebate (Limited Time): | - $ 100.00 US |
| You'll Pay: | $ 2,575.00 US How to Order |
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Gardner Impact Tester with Automatic Lift System
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