Tensile Testing Services

We can test samples for Tensile Testing at ambient temperature, with forces from 2kN up to 600kN, or Elevated Tensile (temperature from ambient to 600°C, forces from 2kN to 100kN). 

We work to several standards for Tensile Testing, including: 

• BS EN ISO 6892-1 Methods A & B 
• ASTM E8/8M 
• ASTM A370 
• BS EN 2002-1 
• ASTM B557/B557M 
• ASTM E21 

Tensile Testing allows us to measure various parameters such as: 

•  (UTS) Ultimate Tensile Strength  
• Yield Strength 
• Metal elongation 
• Plastic deformation 
• Young’s Modulus 

For general tensile testing of components or bar we will require a minimum 13mm square or diameter of material x 80mm long, but we can accommodate samples as small as 55mm in length. 

For flat/sheet materials we ideally need a minimum of 10mm width x 70mm long. 

For elevated tensile testing on round material, we would need 13mm x 70mm and 28mm x 200mm for flat material.

Turnaround is generally 3 working days and 5 working days for elevated tensile testing from receipt of samples and a valid purchase order.  

Our tensile testing report typically includes:  

• A test summary: Type of testing, test specifications and test standards to be followed.  
• Unique reference number: Each sample piece is given its own unique number for testing.  
• Specimen information: Material type, dimensions and gauge length.  
• Pass or Fail: Details on if the sample has passed or failed the criteria. 

There are several types of Tensile Testing. We offer two main methods: 

• Uniaxial Tensile Test: The most common tensile test, where a specimen is pulled in one direction. 

• High Temperature Tensile test: Performed at elevated temperatures to assess material properties under heat. 

The purpose of Tensile Testing is to determine a material’s mechanical properties such as strength, ductility, elasticity, and toughness. It helps engineers assess how a material or component will behave when it is stretched or pulled by other forces.  

Tensile Testing is crucial because it provides essential data on key properties for materials such as yield strength, ultimate tensile strength (UTS), and elongation, which as critical for ensuring materials perform safely and reliably under stress.