Rectangular and Square Compression Plates

Compression plates for compression testing.

Round, square and rectangular compression plates are used for general compression testing.

Our compression plates are available in aluminium for testing soft samples such as cardboard, plastics, rubber, foams, lightweight springs, bottles and cartons. They are also available in hardened steel for testing rubber, plastics, heavy duty springs, building products, composites and ceramics.

See the compression plates catalogue here.

Other options:

Rectangular and Square Aluminium Compression Plates with 6mm Holes

Square and rectangular compression aluminium plates with through holes across the entire surface. Required when testing foam samples to allow air to escape the sample during testing, or damp / wet samples when used in conjunction with a drip tray ISO3386-1, ISO2439, ASTM D3574 and ASTM D5672 are applicable standards for these grips.

Plate holes are 6mm diameter equidistantly spaced at 20mm. 

Square and Rectangular T-Slot Compression Plates

T-Slot compression plates are used for compression testing and holding irregular shaped samples for compression and tension testing, ideal for automotive, electronic circuit boards, plastic components and wood.

Available in aluminium and steel versions.