This video shows a typical CVN impact test. Note that the specimen is removed from a cooling bath prior to being placed in the test machine so that the test can be performed at the desired temperature. Off-camera counting indicates the number of seconds since the specimen was removed from the bath. The time between removal from the bath and testing is 5 seconds per ASTM E23.

Researchers should cite this work as follows:

• Lloyd, J.; Washeleski, T. (2015). Typical Charpy Impact Test. Purdue University Research Repository. doi:10.4231/R7H41PC8

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1. Charpy impact testing
2. Charpy V-notch test
3. Civil Engineering
4. Civil Engineering (Dept)