In order to select a material that is the right choice for a particular product, you need to conduct a compression test. If you perform a compression test on a material you intend to use, you will be able to check its physical properties. This will help you make the right selection.

You will have a clear understanding of how the material will behave when you apply it in your design. When you conduct a compression test on the material, you will use a specific device which will apply a certain amount of pressure on the material and measure its response. You will then be Box Compression Tester able to compare the results to similar materials.

In order to determine a material's strength, the modulus of elasticity, or stiffness, is first calculated. The stiffness is the resistance to compression or bending. You will need to measure the stiffness of the material you are considering using. A material with low stiffness is easier to bend and compress.

The higher the modulus of elasticity, the higher the stiffness and vice versa. The other physical properties are also calculated after you conduct the compression test. These include the yield strength and the ultimate tensile strength.