MTS Criterion 40 User Manual
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100-231-445 C
MTS Criterion® Series 40
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The status and validity of MTS’ operating software is also checked during
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calibration processes compare the final test results after statistical analysis
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over time.
MANUAL PART NUMBER PUBLICATION DATE
100-231-445 A January 2011
100-231-445 B March 2012
100-231-445 C June 2014
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Contents
Technical Support 7
How to Get Technical Support 7
Before You Contact MTS Service Representative 7
If You Contact MTS by Phone 8
Preface 11
Before You Begin 11
Conventions 12
Documentation Conventions 12
Safety 13
General Safety Practices 13
Safety Practices Before System Operation 14
Safety Practices While the System Is in Operation 17
Hazard Labels 18
Introduction 21
About This Manual 21
Inappropriate Use 21
Description 22
Frame Controller 22
Software 22
Load Frame Components 24
Specifications 35
Common Specifications 36
Model Specifications 37
Dimensions 45
Installation 55
Frame Location and Ventilation 56
Leveling the Load Frame 57
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Leveling the Table-Top Load Frame 57
Leveling the Floor-Standing Load Frame 58
Installing Optional Enclosures 59
Single-Column Load Frame 59
Dual-Column Load Frames 64
Controller Connections 69
Connecting the Main Power 69
Installing Cables 70
Accessory Mounting Dimensions 82
Model C41 Accessory Mounting Dimensions 83
Model C42 Accessory Mounting Dimensions 84
Model C43 Accessory Mounting Dimensions 86
Model C44 Accessory Mounting Dimensions 89
Model C45.504W Accessory Mounting Dimensions 91
Model C45.504/C45.105 Accessory Mounting Dimensions 93
Model C45.305 Accessory Mounting Dimensions 96
Model C45.605Accessory Mounting Dimensions 98
Operation 101
Main Power Switch (I/O) and Emergency-Stop 103
Setting Crosshead Travel Limits 105
Crush Zone Hazards 107
Fixture Mounting 108
Load Cell Mounting 109
Handset Control 114
Maintenance 117
Routine Maintenance Overview Checklist 117
Other service 119
Troubleshooting 121
Decommissioning 123
Appendix 125
Additional Digital I/O Information 125
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Electromechanical Load Unit Maintenance and Service Logs 127
8 Hours/Daily 128
40 Hours/Weekly 129
2000 Hours 130
PC Maintenance and System Inspection 130
2000 Hours 131
System Checks 131
2000 Hours 132
Lubrication 132
2000 Hours 133
Frame and Work Area 133
Declaration of Conformity 135
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Technical Support
How to Get Technical Support
How to Get Technical Support
Start with your
manuals
Technical support
methods
The manuals supplied by MTS provide most of the information you need to use
and maintain your equipment. If your equipment includes software, look for
online help and README files that contain additional product inform ation.
If you cannot find answers to your technical questions from these sources, you
can use the Internet, e-mail, telephone, or fax to contact MTS for assistance.
MTS provides a full range of support services after your system is installed. If
you have any questions about a system or product, contact Technical Support in
one of the following ways.
Outside the U.S. For technical support outside the United States, contact your local sales and
service office. For a list of worldwide sales and service locations and contact
information, use the Global MTS link at the MTS web site:
www.mts.com > About MTS Systems > Global Presence (choose your
region in the right-hand column) > (choose the location closest to you)
Before You Contact MTS Service Representative
MTS can help you more efficiently if you have the following information
available when you contact us for support.
Know your contact
number and system
number
The contact number contains your company number and identifies your
equipment type (such as material testing or simulation). The number is typically
written on a label on your equipment before the system leaves MTS. If you do
not know your MTS contact number, contact your sales engineer.
When you have more than one MTS system, the system model number and series
number identifies your system. You can find your these number in your order
paperwork or directly on your equipment.
Identify the problem Describe the problem and know the answers to the following questions:
• How long and how often has the problem occurred?
• Can you reproduce the problem?
• Were any hardware or software changes made to the system before the
problem started?
• What are the equipment model numbers?
• What is the controller model (if applicable)?
• What is the system configuration?
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If You Contact MTS by Phone
Know relevant
computer information
Know relevant
software information
For a computer problem, have the following information available:
• Manufacturer’s name and model number
• Operating software type and service patch information
• Amount of system memory
• Amount of free space on the hard drive where the application resides
• Current status of hard-drive fragmentation
• Connection status to a corporate network
For software application problems, have the following information available:
• The software application’s name, version number, build number, and (if
available) software patch number. This information can typically be found
in the About selection in the Help menu.
• The names of other applications on your computer, such as:
– Anti-virus software
– Screen savers
– Keyboard enhancers
– Print spoolers
– Messaging applications
If You Contact MTS by Phone
A Call Center agent registers your call before connecting you with a technical
support specialist. The agent asks you for your:
• Contact number
• Name
• Company name
• Company address
• Phone number where you can be reached
If your issue has a notification number, please provide that number. A new issue
will be assigned a unique notification number.
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If You Contact MTS by Phone
Identify system type To enable the Call Center agent to connect you with the most qualified technical
support specialist available, identify your system as one of the following types:
• Electromechanical material test system
• Hydromechanical material test system
• Vehicle test system
• Vehicle component test system
• Aero test system
Be prepared to
troubleshoot
Write down relevant
information
After you call MTS logs and tracks all calls to ensure that you receive assistance for your
Prepare to perform troubleshooting while on the phone:
• Call from a telephone close to the system so that you can implement
suggestions made over the phone.
• Have the original operating and application software media available.
• If you are not familiar with all aspects of the equipment operation, have an
experienced user nearby to assist you.
In case Technical Support must call you:
• Verify the notification number.
• Record the name of the person who helped you.
• Write down any specific instructions.
problem or request. If you have questions about the status of your problem or
have additional information to report, please contact Technical Support again and
provide your original notification number.
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Before You Begin
Preface
Before You Begin
Safety first! Before you use your MTS product or system, read and understand the Safety
manual and any other safety information provided with your system. Improper
installation, operation, or maintenance can result in hazardous conditions that can
cause severe personal injury or death, or damage to your equipment and
specimen. Again, read and understand the safety information provided with your
system before you continue. It is very important that you remain aware of
hazards that apply to your system.
Other MTS manuals In addition to this manual, you may receive additional manuals in paper or
electronic form.
Manuals located on the product information CD will contain information that
pertains to your test system, such as:
• Hydraulic and/or mechanical accessory manuals
• Assembly drawings
• Parts lists
• Operation instructions
• Preventive maintenance tasks
Controller and application software manuals are typically included on the
software CD distribution disc(s).
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Conventions
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
Conventions
Documentation Conventions
The following paragraphs describe some of the conventions that are used in your
MTS manuals.
Hazard conventions Hazard notices may be embedded in this manual. These notices contain safety
information that is specific to the activity to be performed. Hazard notices
immediately precede the step or procedure that may lead to an associated hazard.
Read all hazard notices carefully and follow all directions and recommendations.
Three different levels of hazard notices may appear in your manuals. Following
are examples of all three levels.
Note Refer to “Safety” on page 13 for general safety information.
Danger notices indicate the presence of a hazard with a high level of risk which,
if ignored, will result in death, severe personal injury, or substantial property
damage.
Warning notices indicate the presence of a hazard with a medium level of risk
which, if ignored, can result in death, severe personal injury, or substantial
property damage.
Caution notices indicate the presence of a hazard with a low level of risk which,
if ignored, could cause moderate or minor personal injury or equipment damage,
or could endanger test integrity.
Notes Notes provide additional information about operating your system or highlight
easily overlooked items. For example:
Note Resources that are put back on the hardware lists show up at the end of
the list.
Special terms The first occurrence of special terms is shown in italics.
Illustrations Illustrations appear in this manual to clarify text. They are examples only and do
not necessarily represent your actual system configuration, test application, or
software.
Electronic manual
conventions
This manual is available as an electronic document in the Portable Document
File (PDF) format. It can be viewed on any computer that has Adobe Acrobat
Reader installed.
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Hypertext links The electronic document has many hypertext links displayed in a blue font. All
blue words in the body text, along with all contents entries and index page
numbers, are hypertext links. When you click a hypertext link, the application
jumps to the corresponding topic.
Preface
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Safety
General Safety Practices
This section provides information about safety issues that pertain to
electromechanical systems in general. These issues include statements to the
intended use and foreseeable misuse of the system, the hazard zone, definition for
the graphical hazard labeling that is affixed to your product, and other (more
general) safety information that relates to the high-performance characteristics of
MTS Criterion electromechanical systems.
MTS Criterion test systems are designed to generate motions and forces and
impart these motions and forces into a test specimen.
When you prepare to operate the system and during system operation, ensure the
following:
• Do not use or allow personnel to operate the system who are not
General Safety Practices
experienced, trained, or educated in the inherent dangers associated with
high-performance electromechanical machines and who are not
experienced, trained, or educated with regard to the intended operation as it
applies to this test system.
• Do not disable safety components or features (including limit detectors,
light curtains, or proximity switches/detectors).
• Do not attempt to operate the system without appropriate personal safety
gear (for example, hearing, hand, and eye protection).
• Do not use specimens that are combustible, flammable, pressurized, or
explosive.
• Whenever possible, use tongs or similar device to handle specimens during
specimen installation.
• Do not use humans as specimens or allow humans to ride in or on the test
specimen or the test system for any purpose unless the system is man-rated
and all associated safety conditions are strictly enforced.
• Do not modify the system or replace system components using parts that are
not MTS component parts or effect repairs using parts or components that
are not manufactured to MTS specifications.
• Do not operate the system in an explosive atmosphere.
• Do not use the system in a test area where uncontrolled access to the test
system is allowed when the system is in operation.
If you have system related responsibilities (that is, if you are an operator, service
engineer, or maintenance person), you should study safety information carefully
before you attempt to perform any test system procedure.
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Safety Practices Before System Operation
You should receive training on this system or a similar system to ensure a
thorough knowledge of your equipment and the safety issues that are associated
with its use. In addition, you should gain an understanding of system functions
by studying the other manuals supplied with your test system. Contact MTS for
information about the content and dates of training classes that are offered.
It is very important that you study the following safety information to ensure that
your facility procedures and the system’s operating environment do not
contribute to or result in a hazardous situation. Remember, you cannot eliminate
all the hazards associated with this system, so you must learn and remain aware
of the hazards that apply to your system at all times. Use these safety guidelines
to help learn and identify hazards so that you can establish appropriate training
and operating procedures and acquire appropriate safety equipment (such as
gloves, goggles, and hearing protection).
Each test system operates within a unique environment which includes the
following known variables:
• Facility variables (facility variables include the structure, atmosphere, and
utilities)
• Unauthorized customer modifications to the equipment
• Operator experience and specialization
• Test specimens
Because of these variables (and the possibility of others), your system can
operate under unforeseen circumstances that can result in an operating
environment with unknown hazards.
Improper installation, operation, or maintenance of your system can result in
hazardous conditions that can cause death, personal injury, or damage to the
equipment or to the specimen. Common sense and a thorough knowledge of the
system’s operating capabilities can help to determine an appropriate and safe
approach to its operation.
Safety Practices Before System Operation
Before you apply power to the test system, review and complete all of the safety
practices that are applicable to your system. The goal, by doing this, is to
improve the safety awareness of all personnel involved with the system and to
maintain, through visual inspections, the integrity of specific system
components.
Read all manuals Study the contents of this manual and the other manuals provided with your
system before attempting to perform any system function for the first time.
Procedures that seem relatively simple or intuitively obvious can require a
complete understanding of system operation to avoid unsafe or dangerous
situations.
Locate and read hazard
placards/labels
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Find, read, and follow the hazard placard instructions located on the equipment.
These placards are placed strategically on the equipment to call attention to areas
such as known crush points and electrical voltage hazards.
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Locate lockout/tagout
points
Know facility safe
procedures
Locate Emergency Stop
buttons
Know where the lockout/tagout point is for all of the supply energies associated
with your system. This includes the hydraulic, pneumatic, electric, and water
supplies (as appropriate) for your system to ensure that the system is isolated
from these energies when required.
Most facilities have internal procedures and rules regarding safe practices within
the facility. Be aware of these safe practices and incorporate them into your daily
operation of the system.
Know the location of all the system Emergency Stop buttons so that you can
stop the system quickly in an emergency . Ensure that an Emergency Stop button
is located within 2 meters (6 feet) of the operator at all times.
Know controls Before you operate the system for the first time, make a trial run through the
operating procedures with the power off. Locate all hardware and software
controls and know what their functions are and what adjustments they require. If
any control function or operating adjustment is not clear, review the applicable
information until you understand it thoroughly.
Have first aid available Accidents can happen even when you are careful. Arrange your operator
schedules so that a properly trained person is always close by to render first aid.
In addition, ensure that local emergency contact information is posted clearly and
in sight of the system operator.
Know potential crush
and pinch points
Be aware of potential crush and pinch points on your system and keep personnel
and equipment clear of these areas.
Know electrical hazards When the system electrical power is turned on, minimize the potential for
electrical shock hazards. Wear clothing and use tools that are properly insulated
for electrical work. Avoid contact with exposed wiring or switch contacts.
Whenever possible, turn off electrical power when you work on or in proximity
to any electrical system component. Observe the same precautions as those given
for any other high-voltage machinery.
Keep bystanders safely
away
Keep bystanders at a safe distance from all equipment. Never allow bystanders to
touch specimens or equipment while the test is running.
Wear proper clothing Do not wear neckties, shop aprons, loose clothing or jewelry, or long hair that
could get caught in equipment and result in an injury. Remove loose clothing or
jewelry and restrain long hair.
Remove flammable
fluids from test specimen
Check bolt ratings and
torques
Remove flammable fluids from their containers or from components before you
install the container or component in a test system. If desired, you can replace the
flammable fluid with a non-flammable fluid to maintain the proper proportion of
weight and balance.
To ensure a reliable product, fasteners (such as bolts and tie rods) used in MTS
manufactured systems are torqued to specific requirements. Over torquing or
under torquing a fastener can create a hazardous situation due to the high forces
and pressures present in MTS test systems.
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Safety Practices Before System Operation
On rare occasions, a fastener can fail even when it is correctly installed. Failure
usually occurs during torquing, but it can occur several days later. Failure of a
fastener can result in a high velocity projectile. Therefore, it is a good practice to
avoid stationing personnel in line with or below assemblies that contain large or
long fasteners.
Practice good
housekeeping
Protect hoses and
cables
Keep the floors in the work area clean. Do not leave tools, fixtures, or other items
not specific to the test, lying about on the floor, system, or decking.
Protect electrical cables from excessive temperatures that can cause the cables to
harden and eventually fail. Ensure that all cables have appropriate strain relief
devices installed at the cable and near the connector plug. Do not use the
connector plug as a strain relief.
Protect all system hoses and cables from sharp or abrasive objects that can cause
the hose or cable to fail. Never walk on hoses or cables or move heavy objects
over them. Consider system layout and route hoses and cables away from areas
that expose them to possible damage.
When removing hydraulic hoses for equipment repair or changing testing
components (for example, hydraulic grips), make sure to cap the hose ends to
avoid spilling hydraulic fluid.
Record changes If you change any operating procedure, write the change and the date of the
change in the appropriate manual.
Provide test area guards Use protective guards such as cages, enclosures, and special laboratory layouts
when you work with hazardous test specimens (for example, brittle or
fragmenting materials or materials that are internally pressurized).
Do not disable safety
devices
Your system might hav e active or passiv e safety devices instal led to prevent
system operation if the device indicates an unsafe condition. Do not disable such
devices as it can result in unexpected system motion.
Use appropriately sized
fuses
Provide adequate
lighting
Provide means to
access out-of-reach
components
Ensure equipment is
secure
Perodically run
consistancy checks
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Whenever you replace fuses for the system or supply, ensure that you use a fuse
that is appropriately sized and correctly installed. Undersized or oversized fuses
can result in cables that overheat and fuses that explode. Either instance creates a
fire hazard.
Ensure adequate lighting to minimize the chance of operation errors, equipment
damage, and personal injury. You need to see what you are doing.
Make sure you can access system components that might be out of reach while
standing on the floor. For example, ladders or scaffolding might be required to
reach load cell connectors on tall load units.
Make sure the equipment is secure or provide vibration isolation. Some testing
can be performed at resonant frequencies that might cause the equipment to
vibrate and move during testing.
Pressing the Emergency-Stop button causes the system to automatically run a
consistency check. The Emergency-Stop button should be pressed occasionally
to run the constancy check.
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Safety Practices While the System Is in Operation
Safety Practices While the System Is in Operation
Wear appropriate
personal protection
Wear eye protection when you work with electromechanical testing machines,
breakable specimens, or when anything characteristic to the specimen could
break apart.
W ear ear protection when you work near electric motors, pumps, or other devices
that generate high noise levels. Some systems can create sound pressure levels
that exceed 70 dbA during operation.
W ear appropriate personal protection equipment (gloves, boots, suits, respirators)
whenever you work with fluids, chemicals, or powders that can irritate or harm
the skin, respiratory system, or eyes.
Provide test area guards Use protective guards such as cages, enclosures, and special laboratory layouts
when you work with hazardous test specimens (for example, brittle or
fragmenting materials or materials that are internally pressurized).
Expect specimen
temperature changes
During cyclic testing, the specimen temperature can become hot enough to cause
burns. Wear personal protection equipment (gloves) when handling specimens.
Handle chemicals safely Whenever you use or handle chemicals (for example, cleaning fluids, hydraulic
fluid, batteries, contaminated parts, electrical fluids, and maintenance waste),
refer to the appropriate MSDS documentation for that material and determine the
appropriate measures and equipment required to handle and use the chemical
safely. Ensure that the chemical is disposed of appropriately.
Know system interlocks Interlock devices should always be used and properly adjusted. Interlock devices
are designed to minimize the chance of accidental damage to the test specimen or
the equipment. Test all interlock devices for proper operation immediately before
a test. Do not disable or bypass any interlock devices as doing so could allow
crosshead movement regardless of the true interlock condition.
Know system limits Never rely on system limits, such as mechanical limits or software limits, to
protect you or any personnel. System limits are designed to minimize the chance
of accidental damage to test specimens or to equipment. T est all limits for proper
operation immediately before a test. Always use these limits and adjust them
properly.
Do not disturb sensors Do not bump, wiggle, adjust, disconnect, or otherwise disturb a sensor (such as
an accelerometer or extensometer) or its connecting cable when power is applied.
Ensure secure cables Do not change any cable connections when electrical power is applie d. If you
attempt to change a cable connection while the system is in operation, an open
control loop condition can result. An open control loop condition can cause a
rapid, unexpected system response which can result in severe personal injury,
death, or damage to equipment. Also, ensure that all cables are connected after
you make any changes in the system configuration.
Stay alert Avoid long periods of work without adequate rest. In addition, avoid long periods
of repetitious, unvarying, or monotonous work because these conditions can
contribute to accidents and hazardous situations. If you are too familiar with the
work environment, it is easy to overlook potential hazards that exist in that
environment.
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Hazard Labels
Stay clear of moving
equipment/avoid crush
points
Know the causes of
unexpected crosshead
motions
Do not use RF
transmitters
Hazard Labels
Stay clear of mechanical linkages, connecting cables, and hoses that move
because you can get pinched, crushed, tangled, or dragged along with the
equipment. High forces generated by the system can pinch, cut, or crush anything
in the path of the equipment and cause serious injury. Stay clear of any potential
crush points. Most test systems can produce sudden, high-force motion. Never
assume that your reactions are fast enough to allow you to escape injury when a
system fails.
The high force and velocity capabilities of MTS systems can be destructive and
dangerous (especially if crosshead motion is unexpected). The most likely causes
of unexpected crosshead response are operator error and equipment failure due to
damage or abuse (such as broken, cut, or crushed cables and hoses; shorted wires;
overstressed feedback devices; and damaged components within the control
loop). Eliminate any condition that could cause unexpected crosshead motion.
Keep radio frequency (RF) transmitters away from the workstation computers,
remote terminals, and electronics consoles. Intense RF fields can cause erratic
operation of the more sensitive circuits in the system.
The following hazard labels and icons are located on the test frame.
L
ABEL DESCRIPTION
Lift the machine upright.
Moving parts present.
Moving parts can crush and cut.
Keep hands away from moving parts.
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LABEL DESCRIPTION
Flying objects.
Danger of eye injury.
Wear safety glasses.
Tip over hazard.
Use outriggers when machine is standalone.
Do not start, operate, or service machine
until you read and understand the operator’s
manual.
Hazard Labels
Failure to do so could result in serious injury.
There are no customer-serviceable parts on
the MTS
To turn the pulley, manually move the
crosshead upward and downward.
Pulleys can be turned by hand when power is
disabled.
Criterion electromechanical frames.
WEEE The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) symbol ( ) means
that the controller and its electronic parts must not be disposed of as unsorted
municipal waste. Proper disposal is required by approved electronic waste
collection agencies. Customers in the EC region who desire to return an end-oflife controller and its electronic parts are encouraged to contact your local MTS
Systems Sales/Service Offices for instructions.
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Introduction
About This Manual
Purpose The purpose of this manual is to help you understand your testing system, its
Inappropriate Use
Contents Description 22
About This Manual
capabilities, and operating requirements. This manual provides information for
all MTS Criterion Series 40 Material Test system, from the lowest force model (1
kN), to the highest (600 kN). Read each section carefully and refer to the manual
whenever you need assistance.
Before you attempt to use the MTS Criterion Series 40 Material Test System,
read and understand this manual. Improper installation or operation of this
product can result in hazardous conditions that can cause severe personal injury
or death, and damage your equipment and specimen.
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Specifications 35
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Description
Description
Every MTS Criterion Series 40 Material Test System is comprised of a load
frame, electronic frame controller, and testing software.
The load frame has a rectangular shape and includes a base unit and one or two
vertical columns. The two-column models have a fixed upper transverse beam.
The moving crosshead is driven by precision ball screws on the load frame. The
crosshead is coupled to the ball screw(s) with high-strength, precision ball nuts
and rides on the ball bearings. This configuration is very efficient in minimizing
friction and wear. The ball screws are preloaded. This feature removes the
backlash so that position can be measured with increased accuracy over nonpreloaded ball screws.
The load frame drive is located in the frame base. The drive motor is connected
to the lower end of the ball screws by a series of belts and drive pulleys. On the
two-column machines, motor rotation causes synchronous rotation of the ball
screws, which causes the crosshead to move up or down. On the single-column
machines, motor rotation causes the rotation of the single ball screw, which
causes the crosshead to move up or down.
Frame Controller
Software
The frame controller is responsible for the following:
• Provides main data and signal processing power.
• Detects the activation of limit switches.
• Provides the interface between the software (computer) and the frame.
• Provides digital servocontrol for speed and position accuracy.
• Automatically identifies accessories, including load cells and
extensometers, with the self-identify feature.
• Communicates with the handset.
• Provides programmable data acquisition rate (up to 1000 Hz maximum).
• Commands the motor.
MTS testing software has various method templates available. The method
templates in the General T esting Package provide a starting point in configuring
test methods that conform to your testing needs. The General Testing Package is
separated into four specific testing categories:
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• MTS Tensile
• MTS Compression
• MTS Flex
• MTS Peel-Tear
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Software
Many additional features can be purchased to meet your company’s specific
needs. Some of these features might already be part of the system you ordered, or
they can be added to your system as your requirements change. Refer to the
testing software manual for additional information.
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Load Frame Components
Limit Rod
Upper Limit Stop
Limit Switch Actuator
Lower Limit Stop
System-Enabled Light
Power Switch
Power Cord
Controller
Handset
Leveling Foot
Emergency Stop
Base
Base Adapter
Mat
Adapter
Pin
Load Cell
(inside)
Crosshead
Ball Screw Cover
Top Beam
Column Cover
Manual Unload
Load Frame Components
The following figures show the various components for the single-column and
two-column load frames. To familiarize yourself with the various components of
your frame, refer to the figure that shows your model number.
For dimensions, see the specification tables in the “Specifications” on page 35.
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Model C41.103 - Rated Force Capacity 1 kN
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Limit Rod
Upper Limit Stop
Limit Switch Actuator
Lower Limit Stop
System-Enabled Light
Power Switch
Power Cord
Controller
Handset
Leveling Foot
Emergency Stop
Base
Base Adapter
Mat
Adapter
Pin
Load Cell
(inside)
Crosshead
Ball Screw Cover
Top Beam
Column Cover
Manual Unload
Load Frame Components
Model C42.503 - Rated Force Capacity 5 kN
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Load Frame Components
Top Beam
Ball Screw Cover
Load Cell
Pin
Adapter
Mat
Base Adapter
Base
Crosshead
Leveling Foot
Lower Limit Stop
Controller
Power Cord
Power Switch
Handset
Emergency Stop
System-Enabled Light
Limit Switch Actuator
Upper Limit Stop
Limit Rod
Column Cover
Manual Unload
Model C43.104 - Rated Force Capacity 10 kN
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Load Frame Components
Top Beam
Ball Screw Cover
Load Cell
Pin
Adapter
Mat
Base Adapter
Base
Crosshead
Leveling Foot
Lower Limit Stop
Controller
Power Cord
Power Switch
Handset
Emergency Stop
System-Enabled Light
Limit Switch Actuator
Upper Limit Stop
Limit Rod
Column Cover
Manual Unload
Model C43.304 and C43.504 - Rated Force Capacity 30 kN, 50 kN
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Load Frame Components
TopBeam
Ballscrewcover
Top Beam
Load Cell
Adapter
Ball Screw Cover
Crosshead
Adapter
Load Cell
Pin
Adapter
Mat
Base Adapter
Leveling Foot
Base
Lower Limit Stop
Handset
Controller
Power Cord
Power Switch
Emergency Stop
System-Enabled Light
Upper Limit Stop
Limit Switch Actuator
Limit Rod
Upper Test Space
Lower Test Space
Column Cover
Manual Unload
Model C44.104 and C44.304 - Rated Force Capacity 10 kN, 30 kN
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Top Beam
Load Cell
Adapter
Ball Screw Cover
Crosshead
Load Cell
Pin
Adapter
Mat
Leveling Foot
Lower Limit Stop
Handset
Controller
Power Cord
Power Switch
Upper Limit Stop
Limit Switch Actuator
Limit Rod
Base
Base Adapter
Emergency Stop
Adapter
System-Enabled Light
Upper Test Space
Manual Unload
Column Cover
Lower Test Space
Load Frame Components
Model C45.504 and C45.105 - Rated Force Capacity 50 kN, 100 kN
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Load Frame Components
Top Beam
Ball Screw Cover
Crosshead
Load Cell
Pin
Adapter
Leveling Foot
Lower Limit Stop
Handset
Controller
Power Cord
Power Switch
Upper Limit Stop
Limit Switch Actuator
Limit Rod
Base
Manual Unload
Emergency Stop
System-Enabled Light
Lower Test Space
Column Cover
Base Adapter
NI Signal
Acquisition Box
Model C45.504W - Rated Force Capacity 50 kN
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