The Izod and Charpy impact testing technique, determines the impact or force the material absorbs before it reaches its breakage point. This helps the manufacturers determine the strength and build of the testing material. The test is designed to measure the resistance of a material when sudden force is applied. The test comprises a pendulum with a pre-determined weight at the end of a swinging arm. The pendulum strikes the sample material under secured settings. The impact strength is measured by the pendulum's swing's energy loss.

Impact energy is the force required to cause damage to a specimen, material, or sample product. It is also defined by the tendency of polymers or sample material to endure high energy impact without showing any signs of breakage or distortion. Impact energy is one of the most preferred methods to keep the quality of advanced hybrid polymers and fiber-reinforced fiber material polymer composites in check. The test value or amount of energy gives a precise analysis of the hardness of the material.

Izod and Charpy are two distinct methods used to determine the quality of plastic specimens with utmost precision. The significant difference between both methods is the placement of the sample specimen. The sample is placed vertically with the notch facing the pendulum to conduct the test based on the Izod method. In contrast, with the Charphy test method, the sample product is placed horizontally with the notch facing against the pendulum. Nevertheless, the globally accepted test method can produce substantial enough impacts similar to the forces the end product might encounter under real-life scenarios.

During the test, the notched sample is attached to the equipment. A pendulum that could be a bar or a circular plate with a pre-defined weight is fixed at a pre-defined height and released on the specimen with full force. The test can be repeated to define the breaking point of the specimen. There are various microcontroller-based instruments that enable testers to set sample dimensions, select parameters, and test processes with ease. The Izod impact test equipment by Pacorr has an easy and safe mechanism with different levels of scales and state-of-the-art looks. Pacorr is one of the leading suppliers of testing equipment. It is known for highly durable and accurate testing equipment.

1. The Izod impact test is often used to compare the impact resistance of different materials, which can help select the most appropriate material for a specific application.

2. The test can be used to ensure that the material being produced or used meets the required impact resistance specifications.

3. It can be used during the product design stage to determine the product's impact resistance and to ensure that it will withstand the expected loading conditions.

4. Investigating the cause of failure in a material or product that has experienced impact loading is helpful.

5. It helps manufacturers' research and development facilities to evaluate the impact resistance of new materials or to optimize the properties of existing materials.

Invest in quality equipment for testing designed in compliance with ASTM D1204, ASTM D256, and ASTM D883, globally accepted standards. Choose equipment that can store test values and determine the average test values for a series of tests performed on the specimen. Most importantly, the equipment should be easy to operate and deliver excellent results with utmost precision. This helps improve the overall product quality and brand reputation.