/ Force and Material Testing / Grips Fixtures / Platens / PLATEN-36S-196-1 * Not actual product image 03037 PLATEN-36S-196-1 Compression Platen, Steel 03037 Other similar products The Starrett PLATEN-36S Series are hardened steel 58 HRC platens for use with harder materials including metals, composites, ceramics, etc. The platens are square with concentric grooves that help stablize the sample during compression testing. This platen has a 196x196mm surface area. One platen is 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: Square Platen Size: 196 x 196mm 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: 1 Each Weight (each): 6.6 kg