Specimen Cutting Press
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Specimen Cutting Press
Engineered for precision and durability, the Wallace S1 Specimen Cutting Press provides reliable specimen preparation using a high-force manual operation and a wide range of standard and custom cutting dies.
- Product Name
S1 Specimen Cutting Press (WAS1)
- Overview
Designed for laboratory specimen preparation, the Wallace S1 Specimen Cutting Press accurately cuts rubber and soft material samples using an adjustable-stroke, high-force mechanism that helps protect cutting dies and improve sample consistency.
- Application
Cutting test samples typically used for physical tests such as tensile, tear dynamic stress, viscosity and cure.
- Calibration
Manufacturer Calibration Certificate included as standard.
- What's Included?
- S1 Specimen Cutting Press
- Cutting Board
- User Manual
- Typical Lead Time
4-6 weeks (to be confirmed at time of quoting)
- Attachments
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©-Wallace-Instruments-S1-Specimen-Cutting-Press-Data-Sheet.pdf 209 KB
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S1 Specimen Cutting Press
| Part Number | WAS1 | |
| Dimensions (mm) | 840 (h) x 150 (w) x 360 (d) | |
| Weight | 31Kg | |
| Cutting Table dimensions (mm) | 150 (w) x 200 (d) | |
| Maximum ram force | 4.1 kN | |
| Temperature Range | 60 - 250 °C ± 0.2°C | |
| Operating Temperature | 10 to 40°C; Altitude 2000m maximum | |
| Humidity Range | 10 to 80% RH non-condensing | |
The press is operated with two hands While one hand is used to lift the safety catch, the other pulls the handle, which through a lever system, drives the ram down.
If the safety catch is not lifted, the ram cannot be moved ensuring operator safety.
The ram stroke is easily adjustable, ensuring that the die cuts through the sample but is not itself compressed thereby preventing damage to the cutting edge. As a further precaution, the operator is advised to place a suitable backing material on the cutting table to protect the very sharp edges of the cutter.
Articulated stainless steel fingers, mounted off the press frame, are adjusted to pass through the holes in the cutter back-plate so that the sample is automatically ejected on the return stroke of the arm.
NOTE: The cutting table is 150mm wide by 200mm deep and cutters must not exceed these dimensions.
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The press is primarily intended for rubber compounds, elastomers, and other soft sheet materials commonly used in physical testing laboratories.
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No. The S1 operates manually and does not require electricity, making it suitable for laboratory environments where simplicity and reliability are important.
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The S1 can be used with a variety of cutting dies to produce dumbbell, trouser tear, crescent, strip, and other specimen geometries used in standard rubber testing.
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Cutting dies are sold separately, allowing you to select the die types most appropriate for your testing requirements. Contact us to get a quote for a standard or bespoke cutting die.
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You will need a shank to attach the cutting die onto the S1 Press. The shank is interchangeable between cutting dies and will also fit your cutting dies to our S3 Pneumatic Cutting Press.
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Yes, please contact us providing the serial number of your instrument.
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Yes. When used with the appropriate cutting dies, the S1 helps you prepare specimens that meet the dimensional requirements of various ISO, ASTM, and other testing standards.
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Routine cleaning, lubrication of moving parts, and periodic inspection of cutting surfaces are recommended to maintain optimal performance. Contact our service team if you would like to book a service/maintenance or pre-audit visit.
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Check the condition of the cutting die, ensure the material is properly positioned, and verify that the press is operating with sufficient force and correct stroke settings. If you have any questions feel free to contact our technical team who will be happy to provide advice.
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