Shearing Force Apparatus Manufacturer,Supplier and Exporter in India
Product Code : EL-ELA-5518
Jlab Export is a leading Shearing Force Apparatus Manufacturer,and suppliers in India
Shearing Force Apparatus (code EL-ELA-5518) is a self-contained, bench-mounted unit used to measure the shearing force at a section of a loaded beam and compare it with a theoretical estimate in engineering mechanics teaching labs. Its split beam is joined by ball bearing rollers, and an overhung spring balance gives a direct shear reading. It is made by Jain Laboratory Instruments Pvt Ltd (JLab) at its works in Ambala, India.
Specifications
| Parameter | Detail |
|---|---|
| Mounting | Bench mounted; self-contained and compact |
| Experimental beam | Split into two parts, joined by a pair of ball bearing rollers running in flat vertical tracks |
| Beam supports | Simply supported on end bearings; loads and supports can be placed in any position |
| Shear force measurement | Direct, by an overhung spring balance that provides the vertical shearing force at the joint |
| Bending moment restraint | Underslung tension spring at the joint |
| Loading | Several weight hangers can be attached at any position on either side of the joint; the longer side of the split beam must always carry a net downward load |
| Influence-line accessory | Hinged metal strip to simulate the loading pattern of a panelled girder |
| Listed experiments | Action of shear in a beam; shearing force at a section of a loaded beam compared with a theoretical estimate; definition of an influence line for shear force |
| Documentation | Complete instruction manual describing the apparatus, its application, experimental procedure and typical test results |
| Quality check | Each apparatus is visually inspected before dispatch |
| Pack quantity | Each (sold individually) |
| Minimum order quantity | 10 units |
| Dispatch time | Usually 7–10 working days |
| Product code | EL-ELA-5518 |
| Manufacturer | Jain Laboratory Instruments Pvt Ltd (JLab) — OEM |
| Country of origin | India (made in Ambala, Haryana) |
What Is the Shearing Force Apparatus Used For?
A beam carrying vertical loads is subject to both bending and transverse shearing, and its strength depends on the internal forces that those loads set up. The shearing force at a section is the sum of the vertical forces acting on one side of it. This apparatus makes that internal force visible: the beam is cut into two parts, an underslung tension spring resists the bending moment at the cut, and an overhung spring balance provides the vertical shearing force, which students read directly.
The listed experiments are the action of shear in a beam, measuring the shearing force at a section of a loaded beam and comparing it with a theoretical estimate, and the definition of an influence line for shear force. With the hinged metal strip, the loading pattern of a panelled girder can be simulated for a more advanced influence-line experiment. Because it also reinforces the equilibrium of vertical forces and moments, it fits the strength of materials and structural mechanics practicals run by engineering colleges, polytechnics and technical institutes as part of their engineering lab equipment.
What to Specify When Ordering
- Quantity — the minimum order is 10 units; plan by the number of benches that will run the shear-force practical at the same time.
- Influence-line work — mention whether you will run the panelled-girder experiment that uses the hinged metal strip.
- Other structures apparatus — items such as the Bending Moment and Shear Force Apparatus or the Shear Legs are separate products and can be quoted on the same enquiry.
- Delivery details — destination country and port or city, and delivery terms such as FOB or CIF.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the shearing force apparatus used for?
It is used to measure the shearing force at a section of a loaded beam and compare the reading with a theoretical estimate. The listing also covers the action of shear in a beam and the definition of an influence line for shear force.
How does the apparatus measure shear force?
Directly, on a spring balance. The experimental beam is in two parts joined by a pair of ball bearing rollers running in flat vertical tracks; an underslung tension spring resists the bending moment at the joint, while an overhung spring balance provides the vertical shearing force.
Can the loads be moved along the beam?
Yes. The beam is simply supported on end bearings, and several weight hangers can be attached at any position on either side of the joint. Because of the mechanical arrangement, the longer side of the split beam must always carry a net downward load.
Can it be used to study influence lines?
Yes. One listed experiment studies the definition of an influence line for shear force, and a hinged metal strip is available to simulate the loading pattern of a panelled girder for a more advanced influence-line experiment.
Is an instruction manual provided?
Yes. A complete instruction manual is provided, describing the apparatus, its application, the experimental procedure and typical test results.
Is this apparatus bench mounted or wall mounted?
Bench mounted. It is self-contained and compact, so setting-up time is minimal. Some other apparatus in the same range, such as the Tension Coefficients Apparatus, are wall mounted instead.
What information is needed for an export quotation?
Send the quantity, the destination country and port or city, your preferred delivery terms (for example FOB or CIF), any packing or labelling requirements, and the tender reference if the purchase is for a tender.
Who manufactures the shearing force apparatus?
Jain Laboratory Instruments Pvt Ltd, trading as JLab, builds it at its works in Ambala, Haryana, India, and quotes for it directly as the manufacturer.
OEM Manufacturer
JLab is the trading name of Jain Laboratory Instruments Pvt Ltd, a manufacturer of engineering and science teaching apparatus in India, incorporated in 2017 and based on Hargolal Road, Ambala, Haryana. The shearing force apparatus is built at JLab’s own works rather than bought in from a trader, so colleges, polytechnics, dealers and importers deal directly with the maker; every unit is visually inspected before it leaves, and repeat orders and replacement parts are handled by the manufacturer. JLab exports worldwide and ships to buyers in every region — for example the Philippines in Southeast Asia, Sri Lanka in South Asia, New Zealand in Oceania, Estonia in Northern Europe and Poland in Eastern Europe. For institutional purchasing, see the JLab lab tenders page.
Other Structures and Mechanics Apparatus
- Bending Moment and Shear Force Apparatus — a separate apparatus whose page covers bending moments as well as shear forces in a beam.
- Shear Legs — a bench-mounted apparatus that measures strut and backstay forces with a spring balance.
- Tension Coefficients Apparatus — a wall-mounted jib-and-tie frame for finding forces in three dimensions with spring balances.
- Rubber in Shear Apparatus — for finding the modulus of rigidity of a rubber block and the relationship between shear stress and shear strain.
- Shear Centre Apparatus — locates the vertical plane of the shear centre for channel, equal angle, semicircle and Z sections.
Browse the full Educational Laboratory Apparatus range or the wider Laboratory Apparatus section.
Request a Quote
To ask for a quotation, use the Add To Cart enquiry button on this page, or write through the contact page with the number of units, your delivery location and whether you plan the panelled-girder influence-line experiment.
Last updated: 15 October 2026
