Universal Grip Company proudly offers and supports the complete line of high-quality benchtop universal testing machines from Galdabini, a trusted Italian manufacturer established in 1890. These PC-controlled systems come fully equipped with GraphWorks 6 software for precise test control and data analysis. Each tabletop unit is custom-configured to meet the customer’s specific requirements, including compliance with ASTM and other industry standards. UGC delivers comprehensive testing solutions, offering machines with optional environmental chambers, extensometers, safety enclosures, and automated loading systems. Frames can also be customized to accommodate oversized or non-standard specimens.
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Quasar 2.5 kN Universal Testing Machine
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The Quasar 2.5 kN universal testing machine is ideal for low-force applications ranging from 0 to 500 lbs, making it perfect for testing plastics, rubber, textiles, films, and other flexible materials. Its compact single-column design offers an ergonomic and space-saving solution for busy laboratory environments, without sacrificing performance or accuracy. The system is compact enough to sit on a table top.The system is PC-controlled and includes user-friendly GraphWorks 6 software for precise control, data acquisition, and analysis. As shown in the image, the machine can be outfitted with a long-travel extensometer—ideal for capturing high-elongation behavior during tensile tests. Additional configurations are available to match your exact testing needs.​
Quasar 5 kN Universal Testing Machine
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The Quasar 5 kN is a dual-column universal testing machine designed for precision testing of materials up to 1,100 lbs of force. It is the most compact model in the Galdabini lineup capable of supporting an environmental chamber, making it an excellent choice for testing under controlled temperature conditions. The dual-column frame provides enhanced stability and alignment, allowing for highly accurate results across a wide range of materials. An extended-height version is available and is frequently used in the rubber and elastomer industries to accommodate the long travel required for high-elongation tensile tests. The Quasar 5 kN is compatible with a variety of extensometers, grips, and fixtures, and is fully controlled via PC using Labtest software for test execution, data acquisition, and analysis.
Quasar 10 kN Universal Testing Machine
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The Quasar 10 kN is a highly versatile dual-column universal testing machine, designed for a wide range of materials testing applications up to 2,000 lbs (10 kN) of force. Its robust frame and precision load cell make it ideal for testing elastomers, soft plastics, textiles, films, foams, adhesives, and other medium-strength materials with reliable accuracy and repeatability. The system is compatible with a broad selection of grips, fixtures, and extensometers, and can be configured for tensile, compression, flexural, peel, and cyclic tests in accordance with ASTM, ISO, and other international standards. The Quasar 10 kN is also suitable for use with environmental chambers and advanced extensometry, offering full flexibility for R&D and quality control laboratories. The machine footprint is compact enough to sit on a table top. Controlled via PC with Labtest software, this machine provides intuitive test setup, real-time data visualization, and comprehensive analysis capabilities—making it a dependable solution for both routine and advanced testing needs.
Quasar 25 kN Universal Testing Machine
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The Quasar 25 kN is a powerful dual-column materials testing system designed for applications up to 5,500 lbs of force. Built for flexibility and precision, this machine is well-suited for testing rigid plastics, composites, metals, and high-strength elastomers. It can be equipped with a thermostatic environmental chamber for testing at elevated or sub-ambient temperatures, enabling simulation of real-world operating conditions. For high-precision strain measurement, the system supports balanced extensometers, including models designed for very small or highly accurate elongation readings. With its sturdy frame, broad accessory compatibility, and intuitive Labtest software control, the Quasar 25 kN is an excellent solution for both quality control and advanced materials research.
Quasar 50 kN Universal Testing Machine
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The Quasar 50 kN is a robust and versatile universal testing machine capable of performing both tensile and compression tests up to approximately 11,000 lbs (50 kN) of force. Designed for testing metals, rigid plastics, composites, and other high-strength materials, this dual-column system offers the precision and stability required for demanding applications. It can be configured with a wide range of grips, fixtures, and extensometers to accommodate various ASTM, ISO, and other standardized test methods. Whether you're conducting tensile, compression, flexural, peel, or shear tests, the Quasar 50 kN can be tailored to meet your exact testing requirements. The system is controlled via PC using Labtest software, which offers an intuitive interface for test setup, real-time monitoring, and comprehensive data analysis—making it suitable for both R&D and production environments.
Quasar 100 kN Universal Testing Machine
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The Quasar 100 kN is the highest-capacity benchtop universal testing machine available on the market, engineered to deliver up to 22,500 lbs (100 kN) of force without requiring a floor-standing frame. This groundbreaking model from Galdabini combines industrial-grade performance with a compact, space-saving table top footprint—making it an ideal solution for laboratories and facilities where space efficiency is critical.
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Unlike most 100 kN testing systems, which typically require a bulky and more expensive floor-standing design, the Quasar 100 kN maintains a small form factor thanks to its advanced gear-driven crosshead system, delivering exceptional load stability, precise motion control, and long-term durability. It’s optimized for tensile, compression, flexural, and shear testing of metals, composites, rigid plastics, and other high-strength materials in accordance with ASTM, ISO, and other industry standards.
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Combined with Galdabini’s intuitive Labtest software, the system allows for seamless test setup, real-time monitoring, and comprehensive results analysis. For labs seeking a high-capacity materials testing machine without compromising on space or budget, the Quasar 100 kN offers unmatched performance and value in the benchtop category.
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For applications over 100kN, please see our Floor-Standing Machines.
Quasar Customized Universal Testing Machine
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The Quasar Customized Universal Testing Machines offer customizable solutions for testing large or non-standard specimens. Extra-tall frames are ideal for testing high-elongation materials, such as elastomers or textiles, that require extended travel for accurate elongation measurements. Extra-wide frames are designed for testing oversized samples such as boxes, furniture, automotive parts, and other large components that don’t fit within the standard frame dimensions. These custom-sized machines provide the necessary flexibility to accommodate a diverse range of applications. While the manufacturing process for these specialized frames may take a little longer, their ability to handle large or uniquely shaped samples is essential for industries like packaging, furniture manufacturing, and automotive testing. Whether you're testing oversized packaging or automotive components, Quasar Customized Universal Testing Machines ensure precision and reliability for your toughest testing challenges.