Tensile Grips for Material Testing

Tensile grips are essential fixtures used to hold a test specimen securely during pull (tensile) testing. Designed for use with motorized test stands and universal testing machines, these grips ensure the sample remains firmly clamped while it is stretched under controlled tension. This allows for accurate measurement of mechanical properties such as tensile strength, elongation, modulus, and break force.

Tensile grips are used in a wide range of applications across industries, including:

• Plastics and polymers – to test film, sheet, and molded components

• Metals – for wire, strip, and fastener testing

• Textiles and fabrics – to evaluate strength and flexibility

• Rubber and elastomers – for stretch and fatigue testing

• Medical devices – for materials used in tubing, sutures, and packaging

• Automotive and aerospace – for component and material validation

Selecting the appropriate grip is critical for preventing slippage or specimen damage and ensuring consistent, reliable test results.