Torsion testing is an important part of almost all product manufacturing since the quality and durability of the product or the material are tested during the process. Torsion testing is done by twisting the product along its axis. Torsion testing determines the properties of the material or the product when it is put under stress due to angular displacement. There are many reasons why this is very important for the manufacturing process, some of the important points are mentioned below.
Helps Identify Weaknesses Of The Material
When a material undergoes the torsion test, a manufacturer can gauge its behavior under stress. If the material is prone to excessive wear or breakage during the process, it may prove to be a weak link in the product. This can ultimately lead to the product being of inferior quality. With this testing, the weakness of an element can be identified before the final product is made and if required it can be replaced with an alternate material.
Helps Optimize Product Materials
There are a lot of products that need to be lightweight to serve a specific purpose, some need to be more durable while there may be others that are subjected to a certain kind of weather. All the above may require the manufacturer to test multiple materials that can serve the same function and also fit the bill when it comes to the actual function. With torsion testing, the materials can be tested in advance, and then an informed choice can be made while finalizing the product components. So if a product needs to be lightweight and two materials offer the same response under stress, the lighter weight material can be considered for the production.
Helps Test Product Durability
Certain products will have to go through the same kind of stress multiple times in a life cycle. Be the lock and key on the house door or a part of the wheel in a car. All the products need to be tested for the kind of response they will give when subjected to continued exposure to stress. With torsion testing, the product can be created durably. The testing will allow the manufacturer to estimate how long the product will serve its optimal performance and when the users can start expecting problems.
Helps Justify Claims
A lot of products are sold based on the claims that the company makes about its ability to handle stress. While a lot of companies test for a lot of these aspects internally, companies can also opt for external testing with certified labs to justify the claims that they are making about the product. When there is the right kind of testing done, it will be easier for the manufacturer to ensure that there are no false claims or product features that can be challenged by a competitor or a user.
A torsion testing machine is a compact machine that can do multiple types of torsion tests. Some of the common ones include torsion only, axial torsion, failure testing, proof testing as well as functional testing. Each of these tests is carried out depending on the kind of function that a product or material is expected to perform. Also, these tests differ slightly from each other based on the kind, amount, and type of stress applied to the product or material. Depending on the nature of the product or material, the manufacturer can do it internally or externally.
These machines are mainly used by product manufacturers in industries. Many times a lot of bulk buyers want to ensure that the product delivered to them has undergone a certain amount of testing. It helps them save time and they got sure that the products will function well.