MCT Series
Micro Compression Testing Machine
Evaluating Compression Strength of Various Micro Samples

The MCT series micro compression testing machine evaluates the strength of various types of micro components, micro particles
generated in powder processing, and fine fibers used in new materials.
With the development of manufacturing technology for metal and ceramic powders, spherical fine powders with particle sizes ranging from a few µm to a few hundred µm are being produced, which has given rise to the need for evaluation of their properties. Also, the necessity to evaluate the properties of fine fibers, which are the raw material for composite materials, has arisen.
Of course, there is also an increasing need to evaluate the compressive properties of all other types of fine materials.
The Shimadzu MCT series is just the right micro compression testing machine to meet strength-evaluation needs in the fields of
micro particles and fine fibers.
Evaluating the Compression Strength of Micro Substances
For example, powders are extremely difficult materials to handle because the momentum of each particle is small, so they can have poor fluidity due to condensation and they are easily scattered, etc. As a countermeasure to this, granulation is performed to enlarge the apparent motion units. When granulating, the material must not break down during transportation or supply, and must be easily dispersed as primary particles during kneading with polymeric materials, for example. In other words, the granulation needs to be such that the material breaks under a suitable load.
This instrument is capable of evaluating the compressive properties of each particle, making it ideal for characterizing such particles.
Test Specimen:
Variety of micro components, Ceramic particles, Fine metallic powder, Resin particles, Pigments, Powdered food ingredients, Pharmaceuticals (micro capsules), Fine fibers,
Features
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A New-Concept Compression Testing Machine for Evaluating the Strength of Micro Materials
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Labor Requirements and Downtime for Each Test are Reduced through the Automation of Particle Detection, Length Measurement, Continuous Testing, and Indenter Cleaning
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Test Items Can be Selected According to the Application
News / Events
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MCT-210AD Micro Compression Tester has been released
We have achieved an industry-first technology enabling automated particle selection and continuous multi-point measurement, reducing time and manual effort.
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AUTOGRAPH AGS-X2 Series has been released
The Shimadzu AUTOGRAPH AGS-X2 series provides superior performance and practical testing solutions for a wide array of applications. Offering high-level control and intuitive operation, the AGS-X2 series sets a new standard for strength evaluations while providing the utmost in safety considerations in a modern, stylish design.
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AUTOGRAPH AGS-V Series has been released
Shimadzu Corporation released the Autograph AGS-V Series precision universal testing machine. In this series, the range over which the force measurement accuracy is guaranteed has been increased by a factor of two compared with existing machines. As a result of this new function, the work required to change force measurement sensors and accessories required for measurement can be reduced.
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High-Speed Video Camera HyperVision HPV-X3 has been released
Recording speed of 20 million frames/second, the highest in its class provides larger, clearer, high-sensitivity recording. HPV-X3 is equipped with a synchronized recording function and high-level analytical capabilities that accommodate a variety of software programs.
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New Video: AUTOGRAPH AGX-V2 Voice Operation Device XV-Talk
We will introduce how XV-Talk, the world's first voice control device installed in Shimadzu's latest tensile tester AGX-V2, can be used in various scenarios.
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New Video: AUTOGRAPH AGX-V2 Operation Control Panel Stand-alone test feature
We will introduce a new feature of Shimadzu's latest tensile tester, AGX-V2, a stand-alone testing function using a large color LCD touch panel.