16 CFR 1500.51–.53
Load–deflection & proof loadCPSC use-and-abuse test methods for toys intended for children (age-graded pull and flexure forces).
Load–deflection & proof load
Load Deflection Tester
The specimen is pushed or pulled to a set position, or to a set force, and the two are recorded against each other — the characteristic that defines a spring, a foam or a seat cushion.
ANSI/BIFMA X5.1
Load–deflection & proof loadOffice chairs — static load, proof and durability tests on seat, back and arms (force-application frames).
ASTM A125
Load–deflection & proof loadHeat-treated helical steel springs — load and permanent-set requirements.
ASTM A416
Load–deflection & proof loadPre-stressing steel strand — tensile, 0.2% proof force and elongation.
ASTM D6319
Load–deflection & proof loadExamination and surgical gloves — force at break.
ASTM F543
Load–deflection & proof loadMetallic medical bone screws — axial pull-out, torsion and driving torque.
ASTM F606 / F606M
Load–deflection & proof loadMechanical properties of externally and internally threaded fasteners, washers and rivets (wedge tensile, proof load, axial tension).
ASTM F963
Load–deflection & proof loadUS toy safety — use-and-abuse tension (70 N / 15 lbf pull), torque and compression tests.
DIN 2088 / 2089
Load–deflection & proof loadTorsion spring characteristic verification (requires torsion drive or dedicated torsion tester).
DIN 22102
Load–deflection & proof loadTextile carcass conveyor belts for bulk materials — grades and mechanical acceptance values (tested per ISO 283 / ISO 252).
DIN 22131
Load–deflection & proof loadSteel cord conveyor belts — dimensions and requirements.
EIA-364-13
Load–deflection & proof loadEN 12385-5
Load–deflection & proof loadStranded wire ropes for lifts (elevators) — breaking force and diameter verification.
EN 13146-series-adjacent
Load–deflection & proof loadRail fastening system tests — clamping force, longitudinal restraint and pad stiffness (static methods on UTM-class frames).
EN 13889
Load–deflection & proof loadForged steel shackles — proof load and minimum breaking force.
EN 13906-1 / -2 / -3
Load–deflection & proof loadDesign and calculation of compression, extension and torsion springs — basis for load-test acceptance values.
EN 1492-1 / -2
Load–deflection & proof loadFlat woven webbing slings and round slings — breaking force verification (7:1 safety factor validation).
EN 71-1
Load–deflection & proof loadToy safety — tension test (small parts release), torque test, drop and compression checks with calibrated force application.
EN 818 series
Load–deflection & proof loadGrade 80/100 alloy chain slings — proof and breaking force.
EN 818-1 / -2
Load–deflection & proof loadShort-link lifting chain — proof force and breaking force verification.
EN ISO 14890
Load–deflection & proof loadRubber/plastics covered conveyor belts of textile construction for general use — acceptance requirements.
IPC-TM-650 2.4.4
Load–deflection & proof loadIPC-TM-650 2.4.8
Load–deflection & proof loadIS 1367
Load–deflection & proof loadIndian Standard for mechanical properties of threaded steel fasteners.
IS 14268
Load–deflection & proof loadPre-stressing steel strand — tensile, 0.2% proof force and elongation. Equivalent to: ASTM A416-adjacent
IS 2062
Load–deflection & proof loadReinforcement and structural steel for railway civil works — tensile and bend certification.
IS 6216-adjacent
Load–deflection & proof loadGrade 80/100 alloy chain slings — proof and breaking force.
ISO 8317-adjacent
Load–deflection & proof loadChild-resistant packaging opening-force evaluation and blister push-through force.
ISO 10555-1
Load–deflection & proof loadIntravascular catheters — peak tensile force of catheter shaft and joints.
ISO 11040-4
Load–deflection & proof loadPrefilled syringes — glass barrel flange breakage resistance, luer cone breakage, needle pull-out force.
ISO 15236-1
Load–deflection & proof loadSteel cord conveyor belts — design, dimensions and mechanical requirements for general-purpose belts.
ISO 1704
Load–deflection & proof loadStud-link anchor chain cables — proof load and breaking load testing (very-high-capacity frames).
ISO 2307 / OCIMF MEG4-adjacent
Load–deflection & proof loadMooring ropes and hawsers — linear density, breaking force and elongation.
ISO 2415
Load–deflection & proof loadForged steel shackles — proof load and minimum breaking force.
ISO 4344
Load–deflection & proof loadStranded wire ropes for lifts (elevators) — breaking force and diameter verification.
ISO 7886-1
Load–deflection & proof loadSterile hypodermic syringes — piston operating force and liquid leakage.
ISO 8124-1
Load–deflection & proof loadToy safety — tension test (small parts release), torque test, drop and compression checks with calibrated force application.
ISO 8871-5
Load–deflection & proof loadElastomeric closures for parenterals — penetration force, fragmentation and self-sealing.
ISO 898-1 / -2
Load–deflection & proof loadMechanical properties of carbon and alloy steel bolts, screws, studs and nuts (proof load and wedge tensile testing).
USP <1217>
Load–deflection & proof loadTablet hardness/breaking force — performed on dedicated hardness testers or low-capacity UTM compression.
USP <881> / EP 2.9.x
Load–deflection & proof loadSutures — tensile strength and needle attachment force.
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