Performance Tools
Contact Details
Location: Suncor Building, Department of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering.
Room: MEB M140
Phone number: (403) 210-6557, (403) 220-4704
REL Inc. Split Hopkinson Pressure Bar
The Split Hopkinson Pressure Bar Compression System captures a material's response to sudden dynamic events. The SHPB compression system majorly consists of a launcher, striker, incident, and transmission bar that works together to impart a known amount of energy into materials at strain rates up to and more than 10000 s-1 (striker speeds exceeding 300 ft/sec). The length of the incident bar is 95'', and that of the transmission bar is 71'' with both having a diameter of 3/4''. The compression test can be configured to allow for single or multiple hit events using a matched momentum trap.
Elcometer Model 510T Automatic Adhesion Tester
This device accurately measures the adhesion strength of coatings on a wide range of substrates. Factory Certified: ASTM D 4541 Type V. Automatic hydraulic pump ensures smooth and continuous pressure application for consistent, repeatable results. Fully adjustable pull rates 0.1-1.4MPa/s (14.5-203psi) to meet National and International Standards. Store up to 60,000 readings with individual pull graphs in up to 2,500 alpha numerical batches, complete with attribute failure information. USB and Bluetooth® data output - Compatible with ElcoMaster™ App for iPhone, iPod, iPad and Android mobile devices. Can be used with 10,14.2, 20 and 50mm diameter dollies when optional skirts are attached. User definable limits with unique pressure hold and release function. User definable measurement range with an accuracy of ±1% of full scale. Includes: Adhesion Tester, 10 x 20mm dollies, standard skirt, dolly cutter handle, dolly cutter, 2 x 15ml tubes of Araldite epoxy adhesive, abrasive pad, carry case, 16 x AA MiMH rechargeable batteries & charger, test certificate from date of manufacture, & operating instructions. ISO 17025 Calibration Certificate available at an additional cost.