Dynamic Mechanical Analysis (DMA)

Dynamic Mechanical Analysis (DMA)

Dynamic Mechanical Analysis (DMA) Summary This test is used to analyze rubber and polymeric systems using time, temperature, frequency and stress to obtain viscous and elastic properties of test specimens.   Test Details DMA collects data pertaining to the loss...
Tension

Tension

Tension ASTM D412 Summary Tension testing evaluates the tensile properties of thermoplastic elastomers and vulcanized thermoset rubbers. Test Details In addition to the commonly referenced tensile and elongation properties most associated with ASTM D412, the standard...
Rubber Process Analyzer (RPA)

Rubber Process Analyzer (RPA)

Rubber Process Analyzer (RPA) ASTM D6204 and ASTM D6601 Rubber Process Analyzer (RPA) The rubber process analyzer is an extremely important tool for product research and development across every industry that uses rubber materials. The RPA measures the viscoelastic...
Heat Aging

Heat Aging

Heat Aging ASTM D573 Summary This test method is used to determine the vulcanization characteristics of (vulcanizable) rubber compounds. Test Details Accelerated aging can provide insight into both the material’s suitability for a given application as well as...
Electrical Testing

Electrical Testing

Electrical Testing ASTM D257 and ASTM D991 Summary Electrical testing helps us understand the way electrical charges move through a material and across the material’s surfaces to ensure a safe and effective end application. ACE is an ISO/IEC 17025 Accredited...