150 Joule Impact Testing Machine

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150 Joule Impact Testing Machine – Precision Charpy & Izod Testing for Lower Strength Metals

The 150 Joule Impact Testing Machine from Universal Grip is engineered for accurate Charpy impact testing to ASTM E23, ASTM A370 and ISO 148-1, with Izod tooling available. This machine is ideal for evaluating the toughness of lower-strength materials such as iron, brass, and weaker steels, making it a critical tool for quality control and research laboratories.

Reliable Energy Measurement for Impact Testing

This pendulum impact tester precisely measures the energy absorbed by a notched specimen upon impact, helping engineers and researchers determine material brittleness and fracture resistance. The 150J system utilizes a specifically weighted hammer and high-sensitivity sensors, ensuring consistent and repeatable results across a low-energy impact range.

A Charpy test involves placing a notched specimen on two supports while a swinging pendulum striker impacts the sample at its centerline. The Izod test, on the other hand, positions the specimen vertically while being struck at the upper end. Both methods effectively determine a material's impact resistance, a crucial factor in structural and manufacturing applications.

Designed for Operator Safety & Efficiency

Safety and ease of use are integral to the 150J Impact Testing Machine. The system includes:
✅ Fully interlocked safety enclosure with transparent Lexan panels for clear test observation
✅ A mechanical safety bar that prevents accidental pendulum release during sample loading
✅ Motorized hammer return, eliminating manual lifting and reducing operator fatigue
✅ Optional cooling bath for sub-zero testing, needed for NIST verification specimens tested at −40 °C

Versatile & Scalable for Impact Testing Needs

The 150 Joule model is designed for low-strength materials, but Universal Grip also supports higher-energy Charpy pendulums in 300J, 450J, and 750J configurations, ensuring a complete solution for various material testing needs.

Upgrade your material testing capabilities with the 150J Impact Testing Machine – the perfect combination of precision, safety, and compliance for Charpy and Izod testing. Contact Universal Grip today to request a quote or learn more about our full line of impact testing equipment!

 

150 J Impact Tester Specifications

• Nominal energy: 150 J

• Test methods: Charpy to ASTM E23, ASTM A370 and ISO 148-1; Izod tooling available

• Striker: 2 mm (ISO) or 8 mm (ASTM) radius

• Options: cooling bath or cryostat, notch broaching machine, specimen tongs and instrumented striker (ASTM E2298 / ISO 14556)

• Installation: rigid concrete base of at least 40 times the hammer mass

See all pendulum energies and the Charpy vs. Izod guide on our impact testers page, or contact us for a quote.