There are two main types of extensometers: contact and non-contact. Contact extensometers have been used for many years and are also subdivided into two further categories. The first …

This guide aims to answer your basic extensometer questions such as what is an extensometer and how does an extensometer work. If you’re looking to purchase an extensometer you can …

An extensometer is a precision instrument used to measure the deformation, displacement, or elongation of materials when subjected to stress. They are commonly used in material testing …

May 1, 2025 · Extensometers are precision instruments used to measure the change in length (strain) of a material when subjected to stress. They are essential in materials testing and …

Nov 4, 2025 · An extensometer is a specialized device used in materials testing to precisely measure the physical deformation of a sample under applied mechanical load. This …

What is an extensometer? An extensometer is a strain measurement device used to measure the extension of a material under load. The extension of a material is a physical deformation that …

Nov 13, 2025 · Extensometers are indispensable in materials testing, offering precise measurements essential for evaluating material properties and performance. An extensometer …

The extensometer system is supplied with different gauge lengths (gauge length is the distance between two anchors). Several extensometer units can be connected in series to measure …

The long-travel (XL) extensometer is a precise device for measuring strain in highly extensible materials. Designed for use with electromechanical testing instuments, long-travel …

Jan 11, 2023 · Extensometers work by applying a force to the material being tested and then measuring the amount of displacement that occurs as a result. This displacement can then be …