Impact Tester
Strength in Every Test, Quality in Every Product
Designed to evaluate the impact resistance of plastic and polymer materials under low-energy conditions, these advanced testing systems play a crucial role in assessing durability, toughness, and real-world performance. Ideal for both quality control and R&D environments, they help identify material weaknesses, ensure product reliability, and support innovation across the plastics industry. Their precision and adaptability make them essential tools for maintaining high safety and performance standards.
IT 503 and IT 504 Low Energy Plastic Impact Testers
IT 503 and IT 504 Low Energy Plastic Impact Testers are crafted to analyze how plastic and polymer materials withstand sudden low-energy impacts, ensuring their durability and performance in real-world applications.These machines precisely measure a material’s toughness and resistance to sudden impacts, critical for ensuring durability and safety in various applications. Ideal for quality control and R&D, they help manufacturers assess performance, identify weaknesses, and enhance product reliability. Their accuracy and versatility make them indispensable in the plastic and polymer industry’s quest for innovation and excellence.
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Features
- Aerodynamic compound pendulum.
- Break type input options of complete, hinge, partial, non-break and necking.
- Auto-calibration for bearing windage and friction
- Automatic or manual update of specimen number.
- Real-time display of energy is available for verifying the display accuracy against traceable measurements of pendulum height and weight.
IT 503 and IT 504 Low Energy Plastic Impact Testers
Compare IT 503 and IT 504 High Energy Impact Testers for plastics and polymers — test methods, standards, break types and included services.
| Specification | IT 503Charpy / Izod | IT 504Charpy / Izod |
|---|---|---|
| Test Methods | ||
| Charpy Impact | ✔ | ✔ |
| Izod Impact | ✔ | ✔ |
| Applicable Standards | ||
| ASTM D256 — Izod Impact | ✔ | ✔ |
| ASTM D6110 — Charpy Impact | ✔ | ✔ |
| ASTM D4812 — Unnotched Cantilever | ✔ | ✔ |
| ASTM D4508 — Chip Impact | ✔ | ✔ |
| ISO 179 — Charpy (Plastics) | ✔ | ✔ |
| ISO 180 — Izod (Plastics) | ✔ | ✔ |
| Break Type Detection | ||
| Complete Break (C) | ✔ | ✔ |
| Hinge Break (H) | ✔ | ✔ |
| Partial Break (P) | ✔ | ✔ |
| Non-Break (NB) | ✔ | ✔ |
| Necking Break (N) | ✔ | ✔ |
| Key Features | ||
| Aerodynamic compound pendulum | ✔ | ✔ |
| Auto-calibration (windage & friction) | ✔ | ✔ |
| Real-time energy display | ✔ | ✔ |
| Auto / manual specimen counter | ✔ | ✔ |
| Add-on pendulum weights | Optional | Optional |
| Materials Supported | ||
| Thermoplastics (PP, PE, ABS, PVC, PC, Nylon) | ✔ | ✔ |
| Thermosets & Composites | ✔ | ✔ |
| Rubber & Elastomers | ✔ | ✔ |
| Services Included | ||
| Free installation & commissioning | ✔ | ✔ |
| Operator training | ✔ | ✔ |
| Calibration | ✔ | ✔ |
| AMC (Annual Maintenance Contract) | ✔ | ✔ |
* Detailed energy capacity and dimensional specifications — confirm with Flexitest before ordering.
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FAQ's
What is a plastic impact tester and what does it measure?
A plastic impact tester measures the toughness and impact resistance of plastic and polymer materials by subjecting a notched specimen to a sudden blow from a swinging pendulum. The energy absorbed during fracture is recorded — this tells you how much force the material can withstand under real-world impact conditions. Used widely in quality control, R&D, and incoming material inspection.
What test methods do these machines support Charpy or Izod?
Which ASTM and ISO standards does this impact tester comply with?
What types of break results can the machine detect?
What materials can be tested on this machine?
Does the machine include auto-calibration?
Yes. The IT 503 and IT 504 feature auto-calibration for bearing windage and friction, ensuring accurate energy measurement without manual correction. The energy displayed can also be verified against traceable measurements of pendulum height and weight.
What accessories and add-ons are available for the impact tester?
Does Flexitest provide installation, training and after-sales support?
How do I get a quote or request a brochure for the impact tester?
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