/ Force and Material Testing / Grips Fixtures / Platens / PLATEN-23S-56-1 * Not actual product image 03046 PLATEN-23S-56-1 Compression Platen Set, Steel 03046 Other similar products The Starrett PLATEN-23S Series are hardened steel 58 HRC platens for use with harder materials including metals, building materials, ceramic, etc. The platens are circular with concentric grooves that help stablize the sample during compression testing. This platen has a 56mm diameter. Two platens are supplied. Features Specifications Contact Starrett Features Easy-to-Use Testing Fixtures Concentric Grooves Help Secure Sample During Testing Ideal for Hard Sample Materials Application Examples: Compression Springs, Foam, Top Load Bottles, Tablets & Gel Caps, Corrugated Paper, Rubber, Metals, Composites Black Phosphate Finish Specifications Fixture Type: Circular Platen Size: 56mm Load Capacity: 20kN (4500 lbf) Material of Construction: Steel Face Type: Grooved Operating Temperature: -0°C to 350°C Adapter Size: 15.9mm, (5/8in) Packaging: 2 Each Weight (each): 0.3 kg