100 Series Electromechanical Universal Test Machine
100 Series Universal Test Machines are modular, low force, tabletop systems ideal for tension and compression tests at loads up to 9 kN (2000 lbf). This series includes five load frames, four load capacities, controller software and load cells to your test requirements. The 100 Series is popular because of the number of configurations available for a wide range of test scenarios.
| 100 Series by Max Force | Load Capacity | ||||
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Max Force Max Speed |
1.1 kN (250 lbf) 760 mm/min (30 ipm) |
2.2 kN (500 lbf) 300 mm/min (12 ipm) |
4.4 kN (1000 lbf) 200 mm/min (8 ipm) |
9 kN (2000 lbf) 50 mm/min (2 ipm) |
| 100 | Single Column | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | |
| 110 | Cantilever (C Type) | ✔ | ✔ | ||
| 120 | Dual Column (Aluminum) | ✔ | ✔ | ||
| 140 | Dual Column (Steel) | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 150 | Horizontal Table | ✔ | ✔ | ||
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Top Features for the 100 Series
- Capable of tension, compression, bend, flexure, peel, shear, stress relaxation, and creep tests.
- Choose controller software, load frame type, and actuator stroke/force/speed
- Adjustable Test Space
- Load accuracy 0.5% of indicated load
- Up to 5,000 Hz data acquisition rate
- Automatic transducer recognition
- Digital position encoder with sub-micron resolution
- Constant speed, constant load rate, position and load control
- 12 month warranty
- Meets or exceeds national and international accuracy standards for materials testing systems
Compare the 100 Series by Application
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200 Series Electromechanical Universal Test Machine
200 Series Single Column Test Machines are ideal for tension and compression applications where test force requirements are up to 5 kN (1,125 lbf) with speeds available to 2,500 mm/min. 200 Series load frames serve situations where table space is limited.
This series is recommended for high travel or high extension test applications such as rubber tensile testing and tensile testing of medical devices such as catheters.
Top Features for the 200 Series
- Capable of tension, compression, bend, flexure, peel, shear, stress relaxation, and creep tests.
- Choose controller software, load frame type, actuator stroke/force/speed
- Speeds up to 2540 mm/min (100 in/min)
- Up to 1400 mm (55 in) travel
- Load accuracy 0.5% of indicated load
- Up to 5,000 Hz data acquisition rate
- Automatic transducer recognition
- Digital position encoder with sub-micron resolution
- Constant speed, constant load rate, position and load control
- 12 month warranty
- Meets or exceeds national and international accuracy standards for materials testing system
| Models | Max Force | Max Travel | Max Speed |
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| 240-250-41 | 1.1 kN (250 lbf) | 1040 mm (41 in) | 762 mm/min (30 in/min) |
| 240-250-55 | 1.1 kN (250 lbf) | 1400 mm (55 in) | 762 mm/min (30 in/min) |
| 240-750-41 | 3.3 kN (750 lbf) | 1040 mm (41 in) | 2540 mm/min (100 in/min) |
| 240-750-55 | 3.3 kN (750 lbf) | 1400 mm (55 in) | 2540 mm/min (100 in/min) |
| 240-1125-41 | 5 kN (1,125 lbf) | 1040 mm (41 in) | 2159 mm/min (85 in/min) |
MT Series Medium Capacity Torsion Testers
Designed primarily for medium capacity (565 Nm – 5,650 Nm) torsion testing of materials and components, the MT torsion systems offer accurate, multi-turn capability, and high-rotational stiffness. The system torque cell is attached to a movable crosshead, which can be positioned at any location along the linear slide. Closed-loop servo-control of the electromechanical drive is provided by Instron’s 5900 Control Electronics and Bluehill® Universal software.
Features
- Dual linear slide design provides high rotational stiffness
- Adjustable crosshead system allows for easy positioning anywhere along linear slide
- Interlocked chuck guard enhances operator safety
- Digital control electronics allow for accurate and repeatable test results and fast control response for both torque and angle
- Torsion testing software offers easy test set up, graphical data plots, automatic calculation of desired test results, and flexible reporting tools
- Large tabletop design
Models
- Maximum Torque Capacity: 565 Nm (5,000 lbf – in)
- Maximum Test Speed: 18 RPM
- Maximum Torque Capacity: 1,130 Nm (10,000 lbf – in)
- Maximum Test Speed: 9 RPM
- Maximum Torque Capacity: 2,260 Nm (20,000 lbf – in)
- Maximum Torque Speed: 4.5 RPM
- Maximum Torque Capacity: 5,650 Nm (50,000 lbf – in)
- Maximum Torque Speed: 1.5 RPM
Typical Applications
- Metals
- Wire Rod
- Tools
- Fasteners
- Automotive Components
Ball Joint Test System
B-BJ Ball Joint Test System performs durability and performance evaluation of ball joint system by subjecting the specimen to tilt, rotation and axial loads. Servo torque motor, servo hydraulic linear actuators, customized fixtures, and transducers simulate the real test conditions with a computerized (2360) controller. The system meets JASO C 715, SAE J 193 and SAE J 1367.
TESTING APPLICATIONS
- Oscillation angle test
- Torque test
- Rigidity test
- Extrusion and drawing strength test
- Ball stud static strength test
- Fatigue strength test
- Service temperature abrasive durability test
- Muddy water durability test
- Dust cover Ozone deterioration, low temperature and heat resistance test
- Optional testing under cold temperatures up to -400C
- Optional testing under hot temperatures up to 2000C
FEATURES & BENEFITS
- Two 50 kN (11,250 lbf), ± 150 mm (6 in) linear actuatiors
- 5,000 Nm (44,250 lbf∙in) servohydraulic rotary actuator
- Suitable for static and dynamic testing
- 2360 digital controller for synchronous multi-axis control and data acquisition
- “Green” highly efficient hydraulic power pack
- Optional envrionmental chambers and muddy water system
- 12 month warranty and customer support services
- Meets or exceeds nation and international accuracy standards for materials testing system
974 Series Planar Biaxial Test Machine
974 Series servohydraulic planar biaxial test system enables static, dynamic, and fatigue tests on high strength square, rectangular and cruciform test samples. 974 systems are used for metal and composite fatigue and fracture and configured for higher forces and test speeds compared to the electrodynamic 574 series. They feature higher force capacities and higher speed capabilities compared to the 174 series.
Transducers include load and position encoder based measurements with both contacting and non contacting strain based extensometers available. The video extensometer is based on digital image correlation (DIC) technology. The mechanical extensometer is a two channel wheatstone bridge.
This system features high precision load and optional strain control on two synchronized axes which makes it possible to create controlled complex biaxial stress and strain test states. The system is programmed for tensile and tension-tension fatigue tests on flat test samples. Our four channel controller controls all four actuators independently to move in opposite directions on two axis perpendicular to each other.
Each system features four individually controlled servohydraulic actuators programmed to create synchronized yet independent control load and strain. They generate high precision states of stress along two axis (XY plane) in a biaxial mode. Tension, compression, and shear tests can be performed at a constant speed, constant load rate static tests, high speed, and high frequency load controlled fatigue tests. The actuator force rating, test stroke and operating frequencies are made to order and designed to match application requirements.
Features
- Test Space designed for customer samples and applications
- Four channels of independent load, position and strain control
- Actuator strokes to 100 mm (4 in)
- 5,000 Hz data acquisition rate
- Wide range of compatible optional accessories including tensile grips, compression and bend fixtures, environmental chambers, extensometers, etc.
- 12 month warranty and customer support services
Options
- Actuator stroke made to application requirements
- Strain measurement and control
- Integrated standalone video extensometer with DIC technology
- Accessories to match application – grips, fixtures, chambers
System Specifications
| Model | Max Force Capacity |
| 974L50 | 50 kN (11,250 lbf) |
| 974L100 | 100 kN (22,500 lbf) |
| 974L250 | 250 kN (55,000 lbf) |
| 974L500 | 500 kN (110,000 lbf) |
| 974L2000 | 2 MN (450 kip) |
Applications
High strength materials such as steel, aluminum, laminated composites, polymer reinforced composites, concrete and concrete reinforcements. Test types including fatigue, static and fracture tests such as fatigue crack growth.
Accessories
Each system includes sample grips or test fixtures, strain measurement and strain control options, chambers and bathes to produce a controlled test media. We are experts at supplying turnkey systems with integrated fixturing and strain measurement instrumentation.
- Environmental Chambers & Solutions
- Extensometers
- Contacting
- Non contacting video
- Grips and Fixtures compatible with environments