The setup needed for Charpy testing consists of a rectangular beam of metal to be tested, notched in the center, and placed between two supports in the testing machine. Notches are usually V-shaped, ...

Charpy test specimens normally measure 55x10x10mm and have a notch machined across one of the larger faces. The notches may be: • V-notch – A V-shaped notch, 2mm deep, with 45° angle and 0.25mm radius ...