Scissor Grips

Scissor Grips for Universal Testing Machines

Compact, friction-locked, and precise – ideal for flat specimens and films

Scissor grips offer a particularly simple and reliable method for clamping flat or thin specimens. Thanks to the scissor-like clamping mechanism, the tensile force is distributed evenly across the specimen – without the need for additional retightening.

Richard Hess MBV GmbH provides compact scissor clamping systems for a wide range of materials and standard requirements.

Product Overview

🔹 Benefits & Features
• Friction-locked clamping using a scissor-like mechanism
• Uniform force distribution – minimizes specimen damage
• Compact, space-saving design
• Especially suitable for flat specimens, films, textiles, elastomers, and composites
• No tool change required – quick specimen changes possible

🔹 Technical Specifications
• Available in various clamping widths and jaw openings
• Interchangeable jaws – optional with rubber, V-profile, or serrated surfaces
• Manual or pneumatic operation
• Clamping forces up to 10 kN (depending on version)

Typical Applications

• Tensile testing of films, sheet materials, membranes
• Testing of textiles, elastomers, paper, or plastic strips
• Friction, peel, and tear-resistance testing according to DIN, ISO, ASTM

Compatibility

Our scissor grips are compatible with:

• All Hess universal testing machines (TM, TMNI, TMCI, ST)
• Custom machines and retrofit systems
• Third-party testing systems via adapter solutions

Your Benefits at a Glance

✔ Optimal clamping for thin and delicate specimens
✔ Ready to use quickly, low maintenance, long-lasting
✔ Flexibly combinable with various jaw inserts
✔ Ideal for repeatable serial or laboratory testing
✔ Compatible with most testing systems – including third-party machines

Need a precise clamping solution for flat or sensitive specimens?
📞 Contact us – we’ll gladly assist you in selecting the right scissor grips for your testing requirements!