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EN 60811-501 Fig. 1 Cutting Die – Large Cable Dumbbell
Large cable dumbbell · Tensile specimen — built to EN 60811-501. Hardened steel or economical ribbon steel.
Brand: Universal Grip | Model: / UGC-CDR-EN60811501-F1 | ● Made to order
Cuts the EN 60811-501 Fig. 1 large Cable Dumbbell profile: 4.0 × 25 mm narrow section, 75 mm overall length
Two styles: hardened steel for 0–5 mm, ribbon steel for 0–3 mm
Integral ejector (hardened) or foam pad (ribbon) pushes each specimen free
Fits manual, pneumatic and hydraulic sample-cutting presses
Free test cuts on your material before you order
Custom profiles, multi-cavity dies and nick/notch features on request
Downloads: Ribbon Steel Die Data Sheet (PDF)
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Precision cutting die for EN 60811-501 Fig. 1 large Cable Dumbbell specimens
This Universal Grip die cuts the large cable dumbbell (tensile specimen) defined in EN 60811-501: Electric and optical fibre cables - Test methods for non-metallic materials - Mechanical tests: tensile strength and elongation of insulating and sheathing compounds. Cut from insulation or sheath of the cable after any ridges are removed, this dumbbell is used for tensile strength and elongation at break before and after ageing. The large dumbbell (4 mm x 25 mm, ISO 37 Type 2 style) is preferred when the sample is wide enough.
We make it in two styles so the die suits the material you cut. The one-piece hardened steel die is machined from a single piece of steel and holds its edge on rigid & semi-rigid plastics, filled compounds, rubber, sheet & film from 0 to 5 mm thick. The ribbon steel (steel-rule) die uses a precision-bent hardened rule in a laser-cut plywood base with a foam ejection pad, an economical choice for rubber, elastomers, TPE, foams, soft plastics & films up to 3 mm. Both cut the same EN 60811-501 Fig. 1 profile.
EN 60811-501 Fig. 1 specimen dimensions
The die is cut to the nominal profile in EN 60811-501: overall length (min) 75 mm, width of ends 12.5 ± 1 mm, width of narrow section 4.0 ± 0.1 mm, length of narrow section 25 ± 1 mm, gauge length 20 mm and max. thickness 2.0 mm. Always check your current edition of the standard for tolerances and the test procedure.
Fig. 1 compared with other EN 60811-501 dies
Fig. 1: 4.0 × 25 mm narrow section, 75 mm overall length (this die)
Where it is used
Typical uses for EN 60811-501 Fig. 1 specimens include PVC and PE cable sheaths, XLPE / EPR insulation, ageing (before/after) tensile comparison and cable QC and type testing.
Cutting specimens with the die
The die mounts on a benchtop arbor press with a simple lateral screw; the material sits on a hard nylon cutting plate so every stroke cuts cleanly through. With an adapter, the same die can also cut specimens on your universal testing machine. Send us a sample of your material and we will make test cuts free of charge, so you can confirm the edge quality before you order. Hardened dies can be re-sharpened with our die sharpening tool.
EN 60811-501 Fig. 1 Cutting Die Specifications
STANDARD
EN 60811-501 Fig. 1
SPECIMEN
Large cable dumbbell
SPECIMEN TYPE
Tensile specimen
OVERALL LENGTH (MIN)
75 mm
WIDTH OF ENDS
12.5 ± 1 mm
WIDTH OF NARROW SECTION
4.0 ± 0.1 mm
LENGTH OF NARROW SECTION
25 ± 1 mm
GAUGE LENGTH
20 mm
MAX. THICKNESS
2.0 mm
HARDENED STEEL DIE
One-piece machined steel, 0–5 mm material, integral ejector plate
RIBBON STEEL DIE
Steel rule in plywood base, 0–3 mm material, foam ejection pad
PRESS COMPATIBILITY
Manual, pneumatic & hydraulic sample-cutting presses
PART NUMBERS
(hardened) · UGC-CDR-EN60811501-F1 (ribbon)
Models & Options
Hardened Steel Cutting Die — One-piece machined, hardened and precision-finished; rigid & semi-rigid plastics, filled compounds, rubber, sheet & film; 0–5 mm; integral ejector plate; re-sharpenable
Ribbon Steel Cutting Die — Precision-bent hardened steel rule in a laser-cut plywood base with closed-cell foam ejection pad; rubber, elastomers, TPE, foams, soft plastics & films; 0–3 mm; economical, fast turnaround (UGC-CDR-EN60811501-F1)
Press mounting — Matched to your press make and model, or an adapter for your universal testing machine (Specify at order)
Custom features — Custom profiles, multi-cavity dies and nick/notch features on request (Custom)
What's Included
EN 60811-501 Fig. 1 cutting die in your chosen style (hardened or ribbon steel)
Specimen ejection: integral ejector plate (hardened) or foam ejection pad (ribbon)
Mounting to suit your press — tell us the make and model
Data sheet with the nominal profile dimensions
Supported Test Standards
EN 60811-501 — Electric and optical fibre cables - Test methods for non-metallic materials - Mechanical tests: tensile strength and elongation of insulating and sheathing compounds
ISO 37 — Related standard: tensile stress-strain properties of rubber
ASTM D412 — Related standard: tension testing of vulcanized rubber and TPE
Compatible Grips & Fixtures
Arbor press — Benchtop press for cutting large Cable Dumbbell specimens with this die
Sample die press — Specimen-preparation presses and tools
Pneumatic grips — Even clamping for cable insulation and sheath dumbbells
Die sharpening tool — Restore the cutting edge of a hardened steel die
Marking tool — Repeatable 20 mm gauge marks for video extensometers
Plastics testing — Grips and fixtures for plastics and polymer compounds
“Customer quote”
Related Equipment
EN 60811-501 Fig. 2 Cutting Die
Small Cable Dumbbell · 4.0 × 17 mm narrow section
DIN 53504 S2 Cutting Die
Standard Dumbbell · 4.0 × 25 mm narrow section
EN 60811-1-1 Fig. 12 Cutting Die
Large Cable Dumbbell · 4.0 × 25 mm narrow section
EN 60811-3-2 Fig. 1 Cutting Die
Large Cable Dumbbell · 4.0 × 25 mm narrow section
EN 60811-501 Fig. 1 Cutting Die FAQ
What is the EN 60811-501 test used for?
Cut from insulation or sheath of the cable after any ridges are removed, this dumbbell is used for tensile strength and elongation at break before and after ageing. The large dumbbell (4 mm x 25 mm, ISO 37 Type 2 style) is preferred when the sample is wide enough.
What are the EN 60811-501 Fig. 1 specimen dimensions?
The die cuts the nominal EN 60811-501 profile: overall length (min) 75 mm, width of ends 12.5 ± 1 mm, width of narrow section 4.0 ± 0.1 mm, length of narrow section 25 ± 1 mm, gauge length 20 mm and max. thickness 2.0 mm. These values come from the standard; check your current edition for tolerances.
Hardened steel or ribbon steel: which EN 60811-501 Fig. 1 die should I choose?
Cable insulation and sheath strips up to 2 mm cut well with either style. Choose hardened steel for harder compounds such as XLPE or for high volumes, and ribbon steel for soft PVC at lower cost.
Which press do I need for the EN 60811-501 Fig. 1 die?
The die fits manual, pneumatic and hydraulic sample-cutting presses. On our arbor press it mounts with a lateral screw, and an adapter lets it run on a universal testing machine. Tell us your press make and model and we will match the mounting.
How do I grip and measure EN 60811-501 Fig. 1 specimens?
Hold the wide ends in pneumatic grips so the specimen is loaded straight along its axis. The gauge length is 20 mm; our marking tool applies repeatable gauge marks for video extensometers.
Which other EN 60811-501 dies do you make?
We also make cutting dies for Fig. 2, each in hardened and ribbon steel.
Can you make test cuts on my material?
Yes. Send us a sample of your sheet and we will make test cuts free of charge, so you can see the edge quality and confirm the right die style before you order.
Can you make a custom or multi-cavity EN 60811-501 Fig. 1 die?
Yes. We make custom profiles, multi-cavity dies and nick or notch features on request. Send the drawing or standard, your material and thickness, and your press model.