TestResources, 120M500, Foam Compression Test System, Capacity 2kN, Dual Column Load Frame (New)

Description

  1. Overview
    1. Configured to run the industry-standard foam firmness test defined in ASTM D3574 Method B1.
    2. Also includes other standardized foam tests.
    3. All tests can be adjusted by the operator for specific customer needs.
    4. Described as the most versatile foam firmness test machine on the market today.
    5. The 120M500 machine is configured from a universal test machine, allowing it to be configured with different specimen fixturing to perform a wide variety of mechanical tests including tensile tests and tear tests.
  2. Load Frame
    1. Model: 120-40-40-F dual column load frame with 40" x 40" base – foam testing.
    2. Rated 750 lb.
    3. 36" (900 mm) clearance between columns.
    4. 0.25" aluminum baseplate with 6 mm diameter holes placed 20 mm apart in a 380 x 380 mm area.
  3. Actuator
    1. Model: DE500-12 modular electromechanical actuator.
    2. Rating: 500 lb (2.2 kN).
    3. Power stroke: 12 in (300 mm).
    4. Speed: user settable 0.001 to 15 ipm at load (0.010 to 375 mm/min).
    5. Capable of tension and compression.
  4. Load Cell
    1. Model: S500 high accuracy load cell, rated 500 lb.
    2. S type load cell.
    3. Static rating: 500 lb (2.2 kN).
    4. Deflection under full load: 0.006".
    5. Capable of tension and compression.
    6. Rated for 150% overload.
    7. 5' cable with connector.
    8. Requires 1/2"-20M.
  5. Grips and Adapters
    1. Model G438-50M male threaded adapter for grips.
    2. 5/8" male clevis pin.
    3. Model G239-8: 8 mm loading pin, 2" (50 mm) long.
    4. 1/2" - 20 female thread.
    5. 1/2" - 20 male stud.
    6. Locking nut.
    7. Model G223S-IFD spherical seat indentor foot per ASTM D3574.
    8. For compression foam testing.
    9. 8" diameter (203 mm).
    10. Requires 5/8" male post.
    11. +/- 3 degree angular movement.
  6. Controller
    1. M controller enclosure with LCD display, keypad, emergency stop, jog up/down.
    2. Load channel (200:1 resolution) ± 0.5% of reading.
    3. Position channel: digital encoder.
    4. Strain channel: optional.
    5. M firmware includes test setup and supervisor mode.
    6. Cycling at constant speed between end levels.
    7. Display of live load, position, and rate setting.
    8. Capture and display of peak load and position at break at test conclusion.
    9. Adjustable constant speed or constant load.
    10. Live ASCII data stream (to and) to RS232 port (50 samples/sec).
  7. Software
    1. MD3574 foam ILD software analysis module.
    2. Indentation force deflection-specified deflection (% of thickness) test (ASTM D3574 B1 and D5672).
    3. Enables machine control, real time data display, data storage, and generation of test reports.
    4. Requires customer-provided PC.
    5. Machine control via RS 232 serial port – USB adapter provided.
    6. Autoscaling and autozoom, and scaling of plot at test conclusion.
    7. Generates reports.
    8. Exports test data to Excel and spreadsheets.
  8. Computer Requirements
    1. Processor: 3.3 GHz minimum.
    2. Operating system: Win7 Professional (x32) or later.
    3. RAM: 4 GB minimum.
    4. Hard drive: 320 GB minimum.
    5. Integrated video card.
    6. 19" flat panel monitor minimum.
    7. Integrated networking card.
    8. Keyboard and mouse.
    9. Installation, startup, setup and checkout service included.
  9. Services and Warranty
    1. Project management services selected.
    2. Operational manual.
    3. System checkout and calibration.
    4. 12 month warranty with all software and firmware upgrades at no charge.
    5. Packing included.
    6. System on site services (one day) including field engineer, commissioning and user training, lodging, local travel, per diem, and air travel.