Table of Contents
Load Cell
Two load cells are available for the MTS, with maximum load of 500 N and 5 kN.
- Model 661.11 series 661.11B-10
Capacity 500N
Repeatability 0.02% of full scale
- Model 661.19 series 661.19F-05
Capacity 5kN
Repeatability 0.03% of full scale
Grips
- Roller Action Tensile Grips Bionix 187-003
Capacity 5kN – part number 100-184-842
Max specimen thickness 7 mm
Max specimen width 75 mm
Temperature range -130° to 250° C
- Compression Platens Fundamental MTS 270-008
Capacity 30kN - part number 100-182-229
Temperature Range: -130° to 150° C
Min specimen diameter 10mm (recommended)
Max specimen diameter 50mm
- Advantage Screw Action Tensile grips
Capacity 5kN – part number 055-426-901
Max specimen thickness 25mm
Max specimen width 75mm
With two grip faces, either smooth or corrugated
Temperature range -129 to 200C
Environmental Chamber
| Heading 1 | Heading 2 | Heading 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature range | -129 to +315C | -200 to 600 F |
| Internal height x width x depth | 660 x 356 x 432 mm | 26 x 14 x 17 in |
| Weight | Approx. 68 kg | Approx. 150 lbs. |
- Controller Eurotherm 2404: detailed manual on how to control the chamber is available on the wiki and in the lab.
- Roller mounting: the chamber can be removed by pushing it back on the rails - see description in MTS chamber manual - in order to test at room temperature and use the full crosshead travel length.
- CAREFUL the chamber needs a 30 Amp power supply.
