GRIP Engineering have released their latest newsletter of 2026 presenting a selection of their newest test fixtures and grips for universal testing machines. This month’s edition presents a selection of specialised gripping solutions designed for demanding applications — from fracture mechanics and wire terminal pull testing to the testing of wide, thin, and flexible materials.
Discover how these purpose-built grips can help optimise your testing processes and improve measurement reliability.
THS353
Fracture mechanics clevis grips (pin grips) to test linear-elastic plane-strain fracture toughness and tensile properties.
Clevis-style grips securely load a compact tension (CT) specimen under tensile force.
Carbon fibre composite panels and a compact tension (CT) specimen conforming to ASTM standards.
THS314
Wire terminal grips for measuring pull strength of wire terminals and connectors.
Specialised wire terminal gripping fixture securely holds a crimped electrical cable with ring terminal during tensile testing.
Blue insulated ring terminal specimens displayed next to the THS314-60 grip.
TH11-20 + BW30x200-Af60
Special scissor grips with extra wave jaws 30×200 mm (H xW). Suitable for testing wide thin, flat, or flexible materials.
Adjustable scissor-action grips with a pivoting mechanism that automatically align during testing.
Nonwoven fabric and textile specimens for tensile and material testing applications.
AML Instruments offers an extensive range of tensile tester accessories, including extensometers, environmental chambers, and special grips and fixtures. We also have the ability to design bespoke fixtures.
Find yours today by contacting a member of the AML team or visiting our site.
