Elmendorf Tear

Constant Radius Template

The constant radius sample template (60-3004) is ideal for plastic films. The sample template is designed to meet ASTM D1922 with a sample width of 63 mm.

Use to prepare samples for the ProTear Elmendorf Tear Tester.ย ย 

Description

The constant radius sample template (60-3004) is ideal for plastic films. The sample template is designed to meet ASTM D1922 for propagation tear resistance with a sample width of 63 mm.

The template is placed on the sample with the plate facing down as shown below. A straight blade is used to cut along the edge of the template.

Cutting Specifications
Cut Width: 63 mm (2.48 in)
Cut Length: 76 mm (3 in)

Note that this template does not cut the pretest slit, that can be cut with the ProTear Elmendorf Tear Tester prior to testing.ย ย 

ASTM D1922 is the standard test method for evaluating Propagation Tear Resistance of Plastic Film and Thin Sheeting by Pendulum Method

Additional information

Part #

60-3004

Standards

ASTM D1922

Downloads

Constant Radius Sample Template