/ Force and Material Testing / Grips Fixtures / Platens / PLATEN-36S-296-1 * Not actual product image 03033 PLATEN-36S-296-1 Compression Platen, Steel 03033 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 296x296mm surface area. One platen is supplied. For use with twin column machines only. 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: 296 x 296mm 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): 13.6 kg