Electrical Cable Tests – Different Types of Tests on Cables

From the persulphate test to high voltage and insulation resistance tests, we will explore the procedures and significance of each test, shedding light on the meticulous …

Determining the Number of Samples for receiving large lots …

Our company receives wires which are manufactured to our spec in lot sizes that range between 2000 to 20000 wires at a time. These wires should be within a certain …

The Complete Guide to Tensile Testing: Understanding …

Sample preparation: Cut a sample of copper wire with a known length and gauge (diameter). Fixing the sample: Grip the ends of the sample securely using a tensile testing …

How to Test Pure Copper – 3 Common Methods

Visual inspection, resistance testing, and acid testing are quick and easy ways to check if your copper sample is genuine and unadulterated by any other materials or alloys. With these tips in mind, you'll soon have confidence that your supply of pure copper is just that!

How to Pull Test Cable and Wire Products

Determining how to pull test cable wire is a three step process. The first step is to gather information on the test sample including dimensions, and also the mechanical behavior that …

Specimen Preparation and Testing Options For Metal …

This article looks at materials testing options available from Zwick and the sample preparations required. Tests available include tensile tests, compression tests, flexure tests, …

Insulation Resistance Testing

Insulation resistance testing is a non-destructive test procedure. The test measures the insu-lation resistance between the phases and/or between phase and ground. It is commonly used in the …

Laboratory 101: A Guide to Understanding your Testing …

Do you know what the Laboratory sample preparation techniques are? Is the Laboratory using the correct test methods? Does the Laboratory have the proper certifications? How interactive are …

The Sampling Plan in Quality Control

With a QC sampling plan, a relatively small number of pieces from the lot are inspected to determine if the entire lot will be accepted or rejected based on the number of …

Principles and Procedures of Sieving Analysis | Agg-Net

Step 1: Take a representative oven-dried sample that weighs approximately 500g. Step 2: If particles are lumped or conglomerated, crush the lumps but not the particles using …