Testing Products for ASTM D3410
APP-D3410Compressive Properties of Composites (Shear Loading).
Application Insight:
Uses a Celanese or IITRI loading fixture.
Pro Tip:
Use strain gauges on both sides.
Regulatory & Test Details
| App Id | APP-D3410 |
|---|---|
| App Standard | ASTM D3410 |
| Standard Organization | ASTM |
| Test Type | Compression |
| Material Type | Composites |
| Specimen Type | Rectangular Tabbed |
| Industry Type | Aerospace |
| Min Force Kn | 10 |
| Max Force Kn | 250 |
| Max Spd Mm/m | 2 |
| Pointer App Software | N-ASTM-D3410 |
| Pointer Fixture Family | G-ASTM-D3410 |
| Pointer Strain Family | E-ASTM-D3410 |
Implementation Commentary
Tab bonding must be perfect to prevent shear out.
Common Pitfalls
Buckling instead of crushing.