Development of an Izod test machine for 3D printed plastics
Marsa Fargas, Jordi (2018)
Tampereen ammattikorkeakoulu
2018
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https://urn.fi/URN:NBN:fi:amk-2018061113470
https://urn.fi/URN:NBN:fi:amk-2018061113470
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The evolution and increasing demand of 3D printers have caused a rise in the use of plastic in industry. For many companies that use 3D prints, the mechanical properties of plastics have become an important factor. In the industrial sector, where there is expensive equipment, it is vital to be aware of the resistance limits of each material.
The purpose of this study was to design and build an Izod test machine in order to check the impact resistance of certain 3D printed plastics. This study was conducted to understand the whole process of designing this Izod test machine as well as the best use procedures, taking accuracy and especially the security and user safety into account.
This specific test was standardised following the SFS-EN ISO 180 Finnish standard and the design was proven to fulfil all the requirements using analytical methods. As specified in the SFS-EN ISO 180 standard, the characteristics of suitable test machines are defined in ISO 13802, which was used in this study as well. Furthermore, it was essential to execute the project according to the requirements of users and stakeholders.
The Izod test machine was designed and built for the Tampere University of Applied Sciences (TAMK), in Finland. The development of the machine was completed successfully after solving all issues in designing, building and testing. Moreover, the machine is working correctly and can test the plastics types as required by the university and the price is under the budged that was available for the project.
This thesis includes the drawings of the system, and a description of the test that were done to show that the machine can be used for testing 3D printed plastics. Furthermore, the user manual can be found in the appendices.
The purpose of this study was to design and build an Izod test machine in order to check the impact resistance of certain 3D printed plastics. This study was conducted to understand the whole process of designing this Izod test machine as well as the best use procedures, taking accuracy and especially the security and user safety into account.
This specific test was standardised following the SFS-EN ISO 180 Finnish standard and the design was proven to fulfil all the requirements using analytical methods. As specified in the SFS-EN ISO 180 standard, the characteristics of suitable test machines are defined in ISO 13802, which was used in this study as well. Furthermore, it was essential to execute the project according to the requirements of users and stakeholders.
The Izod test machine was designed and built for the Tampere University of Applied Sciences (TAMK), in Finland. The development of the machine was completed successfully after solving all issues in designing, building and testing. Moreover, the machine is working correctly and can test the plastics types as required by the university and the price is under the budged that was available for the project.
This thesis includes the drawings of the system, and a description of the test that were done to show that the machine can be used for testing 3D printed plastics. Furthermore, the user manual can be found in the appendices.