
Why Test Rubber?
Methods Used in Our Rubber Testing Labs
- Tensile strength, percent elongation, breaking point of material
- Properties are highly dependent on the test speed and should be closely controlled
- ASTM D412, ASTM D638, ISO 527-1, DIN 53504
- A2LA Accredited
Durometer Hardness
- Tests resistance to deformation under load
- Categorized into various scales depending on type of rubber (Shore A or Shore D)
- ASTM D2240, DIN 53505
- A2LA Accredited
- Tests durability and elasticity, either in air liquid media
- Only used for rubber
- Determines material’s ability to retain its original shape after being subjected to extended periods of compressive loads
- Applied either at set deflection or force at different temperatures
- ASTM D395
- A2LA Accredited
- Uses FTIR method
- Analyzes chemical makeup of polymer
- Can be used for quality control, failure analysis, etc.
- ASTM E1252
- A2LA Accredited
About Applied Technical Services
For over 50 years, ATS has provided world-class testing, inspection, and engineering consulting services. We serve clients from around the globe who lead a variety of industries.
Our Commitment to Quality
As a result of our commitment to quality, ATS ensures that clients receive clear and accurate reporting from our testing personnel. These experts in their respective fields of mechanical testing and chemical analysis pledge to remain engaged, accessible, and responsive to our clients’ needs throughout the testing process. It is due to the combination of their expertise and access to our regularly calibrated equipment that ATS can deliver these accurate results quickly. Our rubber testing labs are well equipped to handle your polymer testing needs.
If your company needs to characterize a rubber sample for either material qualification or failure analysis, contact ATS today — We take a closer look!
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