How does the tensile test work?

The tensile testing provides several crucial pieces of information about the material’s behavior under stress, including:

• Tensile Strength (Rm): This is the maximum tensile stress the material can withstand before breaking. It is measured in megapascals (MPa) and represents the maximum tensile strength of the material.
• Unit Yield Strength (Rs or Reh): This is the stress at which the material begins to permanently deform, without necessarily reaching failure. It indicates the limit at which the material begins to undergo plastic deformation. It is also measured in megapascals (MPa).
• Elongation at Break (A): This is the percentage of elongation of the sample at break relative to its original length. This parameter provides information about the material’s ability to deform before breaking.

What is the tensile test for?
The tensile test is a mechanical test, the results of which determine the strength characteristics of the material and ensure that it complies with the quality and safety standards required for the specific application.