THERMO-MECHANICAL TYPES OF TESTING

These pages highlight a small selection of the most common thermo-mechanical tests performed on Gleeble systems. While these examples demonstrate the precision and range of high-temperature materials testing—from cryogenic conditions to beyond 3000°C—the full capabilities of Gleeble systems extend far beyond what’s shown here, offering virtually limitless possibilities for simulating real-world processing conditions and material behavior.

UNLIMITED POSSIBILITIES: BEYOND STANDARD TEST METHODS

The seven test types featured here represent the most common applications, but Gleeble systems are not limited to standard tests. The programmable nature of Gleeble thermal and mechanical control enables researchers to design custom test protocols for virtually any thermo-mechanical investigation. Contact our team today to go over your testing questions.

TENSILE TESTING

Measure material strength and ductility under controlled tensile loading at temperatures from cryogenic to extreme high temperatures. Capture yield strength, ultimate tensile strength, and elongation data with precise thermal control.

COMPRESSION TESTING

Simulate forging, rolling, and other compressive forming processes with precise strain rate control. Evaluate flow stress, work hardening behavior, and dynamic recrystallization under production-relevant conditions.

DUCTILITY

Determine the ductility curves critical for continuous casting optimization. Identify temperature ranges susceptible to cracking and develop thermal cycles that maximize material formability during processing.

NIL STRENGTH TESTING

Precisely determine the Nil Strength Temperature (NST)—the critical point where material strength approaches zero. Essential data for preventing hot cracking in welding and casting operations.

SICO TESTING

Strain-Induced Crack Opening (SICO) testing evaluates material susceptibility to surface cracking during continuous casting. Quantify crack formation thresholds and develop casting parameters that minimize defects.

STRESS RELAXATION TESTS

Measure time-dependent stress reduction under constant strain at elevated temperatures. Critical for understanding creep behavior and residual stress development in welds, castings, and heat-treated components.

FATIGUE TESTING

Evaluate low-cycle and thermo-mechanical fatigue behavior under combined thermal and mechanical cycling. Predict component lifetime and identify failure mechanisms for high-temperature applications.

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