COMPRESSION SET APPARATUS
| To determine this ability of the rubber sole to maintain its thickness when subjected to a compressive stress, the material under test is compressed in a compression set apparatus having the specified dimensions of pressure foot and having constant stress. This is an important consideration for assessing sole materials, which are subject to static and dynamic compression loads in the course of standing or walking. |
Description
Compression Set Apparatus
The Compression Set Apparatus is used to determine the ability of rubber sole materials to maintain their thickness after being subjected to a specified compressive load. The GTX-CS5 is designed for testing the compression set characteristics of micro cellular rubber soles and heels.
The apparatus can accommodate 12 test specimens simultaneously. The test specimens have a specified diameter of 30.0 mm ± 0.2 mm, while the test load is 140 kg and the maximum load capacity is 160 kg.
Compression set testing is useful for evaluating sole materials that are subjected to compressive loads during applications such as standing and walking.
Application of Compression Set Apparatus
The GTX-CS5 is intended for:
- Testing compression set of micro cellular rubber soles
- Testing compression set of micro cellular rubber heels
- Evaluating the ability of sole materials to maintain thickness after compression
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model No. | GTX-CS5 |
| Number of Test Specimens Tested | 12 |
| Diameter of Test Specimens | 30.0 mm ± 0.2 mm |
| Test Load | 140 kg |
| Maximum Load Capacity | 160 kg |
| Related Standard | IS 6664:1972 |
| Application | Testing Compression Set of Micro Cellular Rubber Soles and Heels |
Features of Compression Set Apparatus:
- Designed to determine the compression set characteristics of rubber and elastomeric materials.
- Suitable for testing micro cellular rubber soles and heels.
- Can accommodate up to 12 test specimens simultaneously.
- Heavy-duty construction for accurate and repeatable testing.
- Capable of applying loads up to 160 kg.
- Complies with IS 6664:1972 testing requirements.
The GTX-CS5 Compression Set Apparatus is used to determine the ability of rubber sole materials to maintain their original thickness after being subjected to a specified compressive load. This test is important for evaluating the performance and durability of sole materials used in footwear applications where static and dynamic compression loads are encountered during standing and walking.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Compression Set Apparatus used for?
It is used to determine the ability of rubber sole materials to maintain their thickness after being subjected to compressive stress.
How many specimens can be tested at one time?
The GTX-CS5 can accommodate 12 test specimens simultaneously.
What is the test load?
The specified test load is 140 kg.
What is the maximum load capacity?
The maximum load capacity is 160 kg.
What is the specimen diameter?
The specified test specimen diameter is 30.0 mm ± 0.2 mm.
Which materials can be tested?
The application is specified for micro cellular rubber soles and heels.
Which standard is associated with this apparatus?
The provided specification lists IS 6664:1972 as the related standard.






