The Advanced Materials Division of Mitsubishi Chemical Group is known throughout the industry for our state-of-the-art in-house testing capabilities.
In addition to all standard test series, such as ISO and ASTM, we also perform customized tests to meet individual requirements. From wear and friction, to compression and flexion, Mitsubishi Chemical Group is committed to providing precise data on the performance properties of our materials in a timely manner, ensuring that your plastic component or assembly will exhibit the durability and performance you require.
Overview and Pricing
Properties tested (units):
- Tensile strength (MPa)
- Tensile strain at break (%)
- Modulus of elasticity (MPa)
Test methods:
- ISO 527 dogbone 1B
- ISO 527 dogbone 1BA
- ASTM D638 dogbone type V
Price: 370€
Density testing of plastics
The density of a plastic material is determined by immersing a sample in water.
| Test Methods | Units | Price |
|---|---|---|
| ISO 1183 | g/cm³ | 70€ |
| ASTM D792 | g/cm³ | 105$ |
Test methods: ISO 604, ASTM D695
Properties tested: Compression test, compression stress at 1/2/5% nominal strain, E-modulus
Price: 370€, 420$
Properties tested:
- Flexion at 3.5% deformation
- E-modulus
Test methods (units): ISO 178 (MPa), ASTM D790 (PSI)
Price: 330€, 490$
Properties tested:
- Notched impact strength
- Unnotched impact strength
- Double notched impact strength
- IZOD notched impact strength
Test methods (units):
- ISO 179 / 1eA (kJ/m²)
- ISO 179 / 1eU (kJ/m²)
- ISO 11542-2 (kJ/m²)
- ISO 180 / 1A (kJ/m²)
- ASTM D256 Type A (ft.lb./in)
Price: 240€, 420$
Properties tested (units):
- Ball indentation hardness (N/mm²)
- Rockwell hardness
- Shore durometer hardness
Test methods:
- ISO 2039-1
- ISO 2039-2
- ISO 868
- ASTM D2240 Shore D
- ASTM D785 R or M scale
Price: 110€, 105$
Thermal analysis of plastics
Differential scanning calorimetry (DSC) measures the amount of heat required to increase the temperature of a material. Thermogravimetric analysis (TGA) measures the rate and amount of weight change in a material as a function of temperature and time.
Properties tested:
- Melting point (DSC)
- Glass transition temperature (DSC)
- TGA
Test methods (units):
- ISO 11357 (°C)
- ISO 11358 (%)
- DSC D3418 (°F)
Price: 175€, 105$
Ash content testing of plastics
Ash tests are performed to determine the percentage of filler in a material.
Test performed (units): ISO 3451 (%)
Price: 155€
Ultrasonic testing of plastics
Random sample testing
- Test method: Internal E3L code
- Price: 60€
High sensitivity testing
- Test method: Internal E3H code
- Prices:
- Rods - 120€ + 1€ /m length
- Plate (610 mm) - 120€ + 12€ /m length
- Plate (1000mm) - 120€ + 20€ /m length
- Tube - 120€ + 40€ per Tube
Melt flow index testing of plastics
The melt flow index (MFI) is a measure for the ease of flow of a melted plastic material.
Test method: ISO 1133
Units: g/10' or ml/10'
Price: 140€
Solution viscosity testing of plastics
Solution viscosity testing is used to determine the molecular weight of a polymeric sample.
Test methods:
- ISO 307 (for PA)
- ISO 1628 (for PET)
Units: cm³/g
Price: 150€
Test method: ASTM D257, ANSI ESD
Price: 175€, 105$
Pin-on-disk friction and wear testing of plastics
Friction and wear testing for plastics helps determine the ease with which two surfaces slide against each other.
Test method: ISO 7148
Unit: μm / km
Price: 535€
Certificate 3.1
Test results can be formally documented in a certificate based on EN 10204. In addition to testing costs, the following administrative charge will be applied per certificate issued.
Administrative charges: 70€
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