Compressive Strength


Test ID

M-031

Description

A universal testing machine (UTM) is used. The specimen is placed between compression platens and compressed to yield or failure.

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Standards

  • ASTM D695

Data

Compressive Strength at Yield, Strain at Ultimate. This data appears in Matereality as Compressive Properties.

Replicates

Number of times this test is repeated: 5

Samples

6 prisms [details]

Application

This test is not to be used for thin specimens where buckling may occur.

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