Mark-10 ESM303 Data Sheet

Data Sheet

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The ESM303 is a highly configurable single-column force tester for tension
and compression measurement applications up to 300 lbF [1.5 kN], with a
rugged design suitable for laboratory and production environments. Sample
setup and fine positioning are a breeze with available FollowMeTM force-based
positioning - using your hand as your guide, push and pull on the force gauge
or load cell to move the crosshead at a variable rate of speed.

With generous travel, clearance, and depth dimensions, a wide range of tests
can be performed, including break testing, cycling, limit testing to a load or
distance, loadholding, elongation testing, tensile testing, compression testing,
and more. Satisfy various test methods through an easy-to-use menu, allowing
the configuration of test speed, force and distance limits, cycling, preload, and
many other functions, all protected by a password. Save up to 50 profiles to
accommodate a range of test methods.

When the ESM303’s clearance is insufficient for the application, its modular
mechanical design allows for single- and double-column extensions. Modularity
extends to the controller functions as well. Individual functions, such as travel
measurement, cycling, loadholding, etc., may be purchased either upfront or
enabled in the field through an activation code. This a-la-carte platform allows
for custom configuration as appropriate for the application and budget.

^ ESM303 is shown above configured for a tensile test,

with a Series 7 force gauge and G1061-2 wedge grips.

Quick Specs

Max. force: 300 lbF [1.5 kN]

Speed range:

Max. travel: 18.0 in [457 mm]

Max. clearance:

Throat depth: 3.0 in [76 mm]

0.02 - 45 in/min
[0.5 - 1,110 mm/min]

20.0 in [508 mm],
extensions available

Force and travel data can be output to a PC for graphing and analysis using
MESURTMgauge software. Or, fully control the stand by a PC through a custom­written program with ASCII communication.

Standard Features

n Selectable speed setting
n Upper and lower travel limit switches
n Adjustable, removal controller with intuitive menu navigation
n Password protection of test parameters
n Stepper motor-driven, producing smooth and quiet operation with

no speed variation under load

n USB output of force vs. time or force vs. travel
n Compact footprint, suitable for crowded workbenches
n Ergonomic design, with smart, clean cable management
n Integrated electronics assembly, easily removed and transported

Typical Applications

> Typical applications (l to r): extension spring testing, peel

testing, compression spring testing, tensile testing

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Key Features

Simple controller interface

Rugged aluminum up/down/stop keys
are designed for industrial environ­ments. Zero Travel and FollowMeTM
keys add convenience. Removable for
remote use. See the following page for
a full list of available functions.

Limit switches

Adjustable upper and lower solid state
limit switches stop test stand travel
with 0.001 in. [0.025 mm] repeatability.

Additional Features & Items

Adjustable mounting plate
with T-slot base

The mounting plate may be reposi­tioned in the X- and Y-directions, for
proper sample alignment. Matrix of
threaded holes for fixture mounting.

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Modular design

All electronics are installed onto a
single panel, easily accessible and
removable for updating and service.

FollowMeTM

Using your hand as your guide,
push and pull on the load cell or
force gauge to move the crosshead.
Responsive enough for quick posi­tioning as well as fine adjustments.

Single column extensions

Increase the vertical clearance for
tall samples. Three lengths are avail­able - 6, 12 and 24 in [150, 300, and
600 mm].

Force gauges

Consider a Series 7 or 5 gauge for
force vs. time or force vs. travel data
output, and to take advantage of all
available test stand functions.

Double column extensions

Accommodate up to a 20 in. [508 mm] wide sample,
or ø21.5 in [ø546 mm] round sample. Three heights
are available - 6, 12 and 24 in [150, 300, and 600 mm].
Base contains rows of T-slots for fixture mounting.

Grips and eye end adapters

Wide range of grips for tensile, peel,
compression, and specialized ap­plications. Eye end adapters allow for
quick grip installation and removal,
and prevent rotation.

MESURTMgauge data collection software

Output force vs. time or force vs. distance data from
the ESM303’s USB port. MESURTMgauge graphs,
tabulates, calculates statistics, and provides reporting
and output tools.

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Indicator / load cell adapter

Accommodates any Mark-10 indicator
and Series R01 or R03 force sensors.
Includes mounting hardware.

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Optional Functions

Any of the below functions may be purchased at time of order or may be activated in the field at a later date via an activation
code. A complete options package is also available at a discounted price. The stand is supplied in Demo Mode, a 160-hour
time period in which all functions are temporarily enabled.

Feature Part No. Description Requirements

FollowMe

TM

Travel indication

Computer control

Programmable
travel limits

Overload
protection

Auto return

Cycling / dwell time

Independent up
and down speeds

Low speed range
extension

High speed range
extension

Break detection

Load holding

Preload / sample
touch

Proles

Complete options
package

AF008

AF009

AF010

AF011

AF012

AF013

AF014

AF016 Individually configure speeds for the up and down directions. ---

AF017

AF018

AF019

AF020

AF021

AF022

AFCOMP

Crosshead movement responds to manually pushing or pulling
on the force gauge shaft or load cell. Increasing force produces
greater speeds. Ideal for setups and quick positioning.

Travel is indicated on the control unit display, with output via
USB. An internal scale utilizing Renishaw technology produces
significantly higher accuracy than with conventional rotary encoder­based designs. Backlash and nonlinearity are virtually eliminated.

The ESM303 may be fully controlled by a PC through a
custom-written program in any language supporting ASCII
communications. Also responds to the legacy Chatillon TCD
command set and legacy Nexygen TCD software (not available
from Mark-10).

The stand stops at or cycles between programmable upper and
lower travel distances.

Protects a force gauge or force sensor against overload. Program
the desired percentage of full scale of the gauge. Adjustable
analog voltage setting allows the stand to interface with virtually
any gauge with analog output.

The crosshead moves to a limit switch, force set point, travel
position, or break, then stops and reverses direction at full speed
to the opposite limit.

Same as auto return, but with the ability to program up to 100,000
cycles. Programmable dwell time for upper and lower limits (set
independently) can be set up for up to 10,000 seconds.

Extends the standard speed range down to

0.02 in/min (0.5 mm/min).

Extends the standard speed range up to
45 in/min (1,100 mm/min).

Crosshead stops at a sudden drop in force.
Programmable percentage of peak force.

Dynamically adjusts the crosshead position to maintain a
programmed load for an indefinite or specified period of time.

Stops the crosshead and/or zeroes the travel display at an initial
preload - useful in tensile, compression, spring, elongation, and
other applications. Preload is programmable as a percentage of
force gauge/load cell full scale. Three modes: (1) stop, (2) stop
and zero, and (3) zero without stopping.

Save and recall sets of test parameters, such as speeds, travel
limits, preloads, etc. Up to 50 profiles may be stored.

Includes all functions listed above, plus 09-1214 interface cable and 09-1158 USB cable.

Requires a Series 7 or 5 gauge or indicator with load cell.

- Series 7 or 5 gauge or indicator with load cell

- 09-1214 interface cable

- Field hardware installation required.

- If data output to a PC is required, add 09-1214
and 09-1158 cables, and a Series 7 or 5 gauge
or indicator with load cell.

- Series 7 or 5 gauge or indicator with load cell

- AF009 travel indication

- AF011 programmable travel set points

- 09-1214 interface cable

- 09-1158 USB output cable

- AF009 travel indication option

- Series 7 or 5 gauge or indicator with load cell

- 09-1214 interface cable

- If reversing at force set point: Series 7 or 5
gauge or indicator with load cell, and 09-1214
interface cable

- If reversing at travel limit: AF011 programmable
travel limits option

- If reversing at break: AF019 break detection
option and 09-1214 interface cable

- Same as auto return, at the same speed in
each direction. Add AF016 for independent up
and down speeds.

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- Series 7 or 5 gauge or indicator with load cell

- 09-1214 interface cable

- Series 7 or 5 gauge or indicator with load cell

- If a specified time is required, add AF014
cycling / dwell time option

- 09-1214 interface cable

- AF009 travel indication

- Series 7 or 5 gauge or indicator with load cell

- 09-1214 interface cable

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Specifications

Load capacity:
< 24 in [610 mm]/min:
> 24 in [610 mm]/min:

Speed range:
Standard:
Optional:

Maximum travel: 18.0 in [457 mm]

Speed setting accuracy: ±0.2%

Speed variation with load: ±0% [Stepper motor driven]

Travel accuracy: ±0.002 in per 10 in [±0.05 mm per 250 mm]

Travel resolution: 0.001 in [0.02 mm]

Limit switch repeatability: ±0.001 in [0.03 mm]

Power: Universal input 80-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz

Weight: 56.5 lb [25.6 kg]

300 lbF [1.5 kN]
200 lbF [1 kN]

0.5 - 13 in/min [13 - 330 mm/min]

0.02 - 45 in/min [0.5 - 1,100 mm/min]

Included Accessories

The ESM303 includes 5” extension
rod, small hook, medium hook,
#10-32 coupler, 2” dia. compression
plate, gauge/indicator mounting
screws, Allen wrench set, and
Resource CD.

Dimensions in (mm)

Ordering Information

Hardware

ESM303 Motorized test stand,110V*

09-1214 Interface cable, gauge / indicator to ESM303

09-1158 USB output cable

AC1062 Load cell / indicator mounting kit

ESM303-001-1 / -2 / -3 Single column extension, 6 / 12 / 24 in. [150 / 300 / 600 mm]

ESM303-002-1 / -2 / -3 Double column extension, 6 / 12 / 24 in. [150 / 300 / 600 mm]

Controller Options

AF008 FollowMeTM force-based manual positioning

AF009 Travel indication, with USB output

AF010 Computer control, via USB

AF011 Programmable travel limits

AF012 Integrated overload protection

AF013 Auto return

AF014 Cycling / dwell time

AF016 Independent up and down speeds

AF017 Extended speed range, low

AF018 Extended speed range, high

AF019 Break detection

AF020 Load holding

AF021 Preload / sample touch

AF022 Profiles

AFCOMP

* ESM303 contains a universal power supply (80 - 240V) and includes a power cord with US

plug. Add suffix ‘E’ for Euro plug, ‘U’ for UK plug, or ‘A’ for Australian plug. Ex: ESM303E

Complete options package
(includes all Controller Options, plus 09-1124 and 09-1158 cables)

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