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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

Contents

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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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Contents

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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Technical Support

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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Preface

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.

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.

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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

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

Safety

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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Safety Practices Before System Operation

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

Safety

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

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.

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.

Load Frame Components 24

Specifications 35

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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:

Introduction

• 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

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

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

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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Top Beam

Ball Screw Cover

Load Cell

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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TopBeam

Ballscrewcover

Top Beam

Load Cell

Adapter

Ball Screw Cover

Crosshead

Adapter

Load Cell

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

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

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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Top Beam

Ball Screw Cover

Crosshead

Load Cell

Adapter

Mat

Leveling Foot

Lower Limit Stop

Handset

Controller

Power Switch

Upper Limit Stop

Limit Switch Actuator

Limit Rod

Base

Base Adapter

Emergency Stop

System-Enabled Light

Column Cover

Manual Unload

Load Frame Components

Model C45.305 (Front)- Rated Force Capacity 300 kN

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Power Cord

AC Main Power Switch and Circuit Breaker

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Top Beam

Ball Screw Cover

Crosshead

Load Cell

Adapter

Leveling Foot

Lower Limit Stop

Handset

Controller

Power Switch

Upper Limit Stop

Limit Switch Actuator

Limit Rod

Base

Base Adapter

Emergency Stop

System-Enabled Light

Column Cover

Model C45.605 (Front)- Rated Force Capacity 600 kN

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Power Cord

AC Main Power Switch and Circuit Breaker

Manual Unload

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Specifications

This section provides specifications for MTS Criterion Electromechanical Material Testing System frames and accessory mounting dimensions.

Note Specifications are subject to change without notice. Contact MTS for

verification of critical specifications.

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Common Specifications

The following specifications are for all MTS Criterion frames. Specifications for the specific models are located in the following tables.

ALIBRATION STANDARD ISO 7500 CLASS 0.5 OR ASTM E4 ISO 7500 CLASS 1

Force range 1-100% of rated force capacity 0.5-1% of force rated

capacity

Rated force capacity at max test speed 100% Maximum test speed at rated force

capacity Force indicating accuracy ± 0.5 % of indicating Speed accuracy

Position accuracy Within ± 0.5% Strain accuracy ASTM E83 or ISO 8513 Security protection Over-Force, travel limits, over-voltage and others Over force protection 10% Data acquisition rate

Control loop rate Environmental requirements

Operating temperature Operating humidity Storage temperature

100%

Set speed < 0.01 mm/min: speed accuracy is within ± 1.0% of set speed

Set speed ≥ 0.01 mm/min: speed accuracy is within ± 0.2% of set speed

1000 Hz

For indoor use only

5-40°C (41-104°F)

5-85% Noncondensing

-18-49°C (0-120°F)

Maximum storage humidity

Maximum altitude Motor and drive system Ball screws

Position measurement Encoder Additional DC conditioning channels 2 channels Additional incremental encoder

conditioning channels

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90% Noncondensing

2000 m (6562 ft)

AC Servomotor

Preloaded

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Specifications of Model C41

ARAMETER SPECIFICATION

MODEL C41.103

Maximum rated force capacity 1 kN (220 lbf) Force capacity options 1 N, 5 N, 10 N, 25 N, 50 N, 100 N, 250 N, 500 N, 1 kN

(0.2 lbf, 1 lbf, 2 lbf, 5 lbf, 10 lbf, 20 lbf, 50 lbf, 110 lbf, 220 lbf)

Frame type 1 Guide column, table-top Test zone Single Maximum test speed

Minimum test speed 0.005 mm/min (0.0002 in/min) Position resolution 0.000051 mm (0.000002 in) Vertical test space

Standard length 1100 mm (43.31 in)

Crosshead travel

Standard length 900 mm (35.4 in) Clearance from loading axis to column cover 100 mm (3.94 in) Frame height

Standard length 1520 mm (59.84 in) Frame width 560 mm (22.05 in) Frame depth 530 mm (20.87 in) Weight

Standard length with enclosure

Standard length without enclosure Power requirements 200-230 V AC

3000

mm/min (118 in/min)

80 kg (176 lb)

60 kg (132 lb)

5 Amp. 50/60 Hz 1000 W 1 Phase

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Specifications of Model C42

ARAMETER SPECIFICATION

MODEL C42.503

Maximum rated force capacity 5 kN (1100 lbf ) Force capacity op tions 1 N, 5 N, 10 N, 25 N, 50 N, 100 N, 250 N, 500 N

1 kN, 2 kN, 5 kN

(0.2 lbf, 1 lbf, 2 lbf, 5 lbf, 10 lbf, 20 lbf, 50 lbf, 110 lbf 220 lbf, 450 lbf, 1100 lbf)

Frame type 1 Guide column, table-top Test zone Single Maximum test speed

Minimum test speed 0.005 mm/min (0.0002 in/min) Position resolution 0.00005 mm (0.000002 in) Vertical test space

Standard length Extended length

Crosshead travel

Standard length

Extended length Clearance from loading axis to column cover 100 mm (3.94 in) Frame height

Standard length

Extended length Frame width 704 mm (27.7 in) Frame depth 636 mm (25 in) Weight

2000

mm/min (78.7 in/min)

820 mm (32.3 in)

1120 mm (44.1 in)

650 mm (25.6 in)

950 mm (37.4 in)

1332 mm (52.44 in)

1632 mm (64.25 in)

Standard length with enclosure

Standard length without enclosure

Extended length with enclosure

Extended length without enclosure Power requirements 200-230 V AC

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142 kg (312 lb)

112 kg (246 lb)

161 kg (354.2 lb)

125 kg (275 lb)

5 Amp 50/60 Hz 1000 W 1 Phase

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ARAMETER SPECIFICATION

MODEL C43.104 C43.304 C43.504

Maximum rated force capacity 10 kN 30 kN 50 kN

Specifications

Force capacity options 100 N, 250 N, 500

N,1 kN, 2.5 kN, 5 kN, 10 kN

(20 lbf, 50 lbf, 110 lbf, 220 lbf, 500 lbf, 1100 lbf, 2200 lbf)

Frame type 2 Guide columns

Table-top

Test zone Single Single Single Maximum test speed 2000 mm/min

(78.7 in/min)

Minimum test speed 0.005 mm/min

(0.0002 in/min)

Position resolution 0.00005 mm

(0.000002 in)

Vertical test space

Standard length Extended length

1200 mm (47.2 in)

1500 mm (59.1 in)

100 N, 250 N, 500 N,1 kN, 2.5 kN, 5 kN, 10 kN, 20 kN, 30 kN

(20 lbf, 50 lbf, 110 lbf, 220 lbf, 500 lbf, 1100 lbf, 2200 lbf, 4400 lbf, 6600 lbf)

2 Guide columns Table-top

1020 mm/min (40.16 in/min)

0.005 mm/min (0.0002 in/min)

0.00006 mm (0.0000024 in)

1200 mm (47.2 in)

1500 mm (59.1 in)

100 N, 250 N, 500 N,1 kN, 2.5 kN, 5 kN, 10 kN, 20 kN, 30 kN, 50 kN

(20 lbf, 50 lbf, 110 lbf, 220 lbf, 500 lbf, 1100 lbf, 2200 lbf, 4400 lbf, 6600 lbf, 11000lbf)

2 Guide columns Table-top

750 mm/min (29.53 in/min)

0.005 mm/min (0.0002 in/min)

0.00006 mm (0.0000024 in)

1200 mm (47.2 in)

1500 mm (59.1 in)

Crosshead travel

Standard length

Extended length Space between columns 425 mm (16.73 in) 420 mm (16.54 in) 420 mm (16.54 in) Frame height

Standard length

Extended length Frame width 794 mm (31.26 in) 826 mm (32.52 in) 826 mm (32.52 in) Frame depth 757 mm (29.8 in) 768 mm (30.24 in) 768 mm (30.24 in)

1000 mm (39.37 in)

1300 mm (51.18 in)

1616 mm (63.6 in)

1916 mm (75.43 in)

1000 mm (39.37 in)

1300 mm (51.18 in)

1752 mm (68.97 in)

2052 mm (80.28 in)

1000 mm (39.37 in)

1300 mm (51.18 in)

1752 mm (68.97 in)

2052 mm (80.28 in)

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Specifications of Model C43 (part 2 of 2)

Standard length wi th en closure Standard length without

enclosure Extended length with enclosure Extended length without

enclosure

Power requirement s 200-230 V AC

212 kg (466.4 lb)

175 kg (385 lb)

232 kg (510.4 lb)

190 kg (418 lb)

10 Amp 50/60 Hz 2000 W 1 Phase

350 kg (770 lb)

305 kg (671 lb)

378 kg (831.6 lb)

325 kg (715 lb)

200-230 V AC 12 Amp 50/60 Hz 2400 W 1 Phase

350 kg (770 lb)

305 kg (671 lb)

378 kg (831.6 lb)

325 kg (715 lb)

200-230 V AC 12 Amp 50/60 Hz 2400 W 1 Phase

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Specifications of Model C44

ARAMETER SPECIFICATION

MODEL C44.104 C44.304

Maximum rated force capacity 10 kN 30 kN

Specifications

Force capacity op tio ns 100 N, 250 N, 500 N,1 kN, 2.5

kN, 5 kN, 10 kN

(20 lbf, 50 lbf, 110 lbf, 220 lbf, 500 lbf, 1100 lbf, 2200 lbf)

Frame type 2 Guide columns

Floor-standing

Test zone Single or Dual Single or Dual Maximum test speed 2000 mm/min (78.7 in/min) 1020 mm/min (40.16 in/min) Minimum test speed 0.005 mm/min (0.0002 in/min) 0.005 mm/min (0.0002 in/min) Position resolution 0.000049 mm (0.0000019 in) 0.00006 mm (0.0000024 in) Vertical test space

Standard length Extended length

Crosshead travel

Standard length Extended length

1190 mm (46.9 in)

1490 mm (58.7 in)

1000 mm (45.28 in)

1300 mm (51.18 in)

100 N, 250 N, 500 N,1 kN, 2.5 kN, 5 kN, 10 kN, 20 kN,30 kN

(20 lbf, 50 lbf, 110 lbf, 220 lbf, 500 lbf, 1100 lbf, 2200 lbf, 4400 lbf, 6600 lbf)

2 Guide columns Floor-standing

1190 mm (46.9 in)

1490 mm (58.7 in)

1000 mm (45.28 in)

1300 mm (51.18 in)

Space between columns 400 mm (15.75 in) 400 mm (15.75 in) Frame height

Standard length

Extended length Frame width 861 mm (33.9 in) 861 mm (33.9 in) Frame depth 689 mm (27.1 in) 689 mm (27.1 in) Weight

Standard length with enclosure

Standard length without enclosure

Extended length with enclosure

Extended length without enclosure Power requirements 200-230 V AC

1951 mm (76.8 in)

2251 mm (88.6 in)

403 kg (886.6 lb)

367 kg (807.4 lb)

425 kg (935 lb)

383 kg (842.6 lb)

10 Amp 50/60 Hz 2000 W 1 Phase

1951 mm (76.8 in)

2251 mm (88.6 in)

431 kg (948.2 lb)

395 kg (869 lb)

452 kg (994.4 lb)

410 kg (902 lb)

200-230 V AC 12 Amp 50/60 Hz 2400 W 1 Phase

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Specifications of Model C45 (part 1 of 2)

ARAMETER SPECIFICATION

MODEL C45.504 C45.504W C45.105

Maximum rated force capacity 50 kN 50 kN 100 kN Force capacity op tio ns 1 kN, 2.5 kN, 5 kN, 10

kN, 20 kN, 30 kN, 50 kN

(220 lbf, 500 lbf, 1100 lbf, 2200 lbf, 4400 lbf, 6600 lbf, 11000 lbf)

Frame type 2 Guide columns

Floor-standing

Test zone Single or Dual Single Single or Dual Maximum test speed 750 mm/min

(29.53 in/min)

Minimum test speed 0.005 mm/min

(0.0002 in/min)

Position resolution 0.000047 mm

(0.0000019 in)

Vertical test space

Standard length Extended length

Crosshead travel

1220 mm (48.0 in)

1520 mm (59.8 in)

1 kN, 2.5 kN, 5 kN, 10 kN, 20 kN, 30 kN, 50 kN

(220 lbf, 500 lbf, 1100 lbf, 2200 lbf, 4400 lbf, 6600 lbf, 11000 lbf)

2 Guide columns Floor-standing

750 mm/min (29.53 in/min)

0.005 mm/min (0.0002 in/min)

0.000047 mm (0.0000019 in)

1520 mm (59.8 in) 1220 mm (48.0 in)

1 kN, 2.5 kN, 5 kN, 10 kN, 20 kN, 30 kN, 50 kN,100 kN

(220 lbf, 500 lbf, 1100 lbf, 2200 lbf, 4400 lbf, 6600 lbf, 11000 lbf, 22000 lbf)

2 Guide columns Floor-standing

750 mm/min (29.53 in/min)

0.005 mm/min (0.0002 in/min)

0.000047 mm (0.0000019 in)

1520 mm (59.8 in)

Standard length Extended length

Space between columns 600 mm (23.62 in) 1000 mm (39.37 in) 600 mm (23.62 in) Frame height

Standard length

Extended length Frame width 1315 mm (51.77 in) 1710 mm (67.32 in) 1315 mm (51.77 in) Frame depth 957 mm (37.68 in) 957 mm (37.68 in) 957 mm (37.68 in)

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1000 mm (39.37 in)

1300 mm (51.18 in)

2269 mm (89.3 in)

2569 mm (101.1 in)

1300 mm (51.18 in) 1000 mm (39.37 in)

1300 mm (51.18 in)

2569 mm (101.1 in) 2269 mm (89.3 in)

2569 mm (101.1 in)

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Specifications of Model C45 (part 2 of 2)

Standard length with enclosure Standard length without

enclosure Extended length with enclosure Extended length without

enclosure

Power requirements 200-230 V AC

1240 kg (2734 lb)

1195 kg (2635 lb)

1318 kg (2906 lb)

1265 kg (2789 lb

12 Amp 50/60 Hz 2400 W 1 Phase

1800 kg (3968 lb)

1700 kg (3748 lb)

200-230 V AC 12 Amp 50/60 Hz 2400 W 1 Phase

1240 kg (2734 lb)

1195 kg (2635 lb)

1318 kg (2906 lb)

1265 kg (2789 lb

200-230 V AC 22 Amp 50/60 Hz 4400 W 1 Phase

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ARAMETER SPECIFICATION

MODEL C45.305 C45.605

Maximum rated force capacity 300 kN 600 kN Force capacity op tions 150 kN, 200 kN, 300 kN 100 kN(Upper Zone), 500 kN,

600 kN

(33,000 lbf, 44,000 lbf, 66,000 lbf )

Frame type 2 Guide columns

Floor-standing

Test zone Single Dual Maximum test speed 750 mm/min

(29.53 in/min)

Minimum test speed 0.005 mm/min (0.0002 in/min) 0.005 mm/min (0.0002 in/min) Position resolution 0.000049 mm (0.0000019 in) 0.000016 mm (0.0000006 in) Vertical test space

Standard length Extended length

Crosshead travel

Standard length

Extended length Space between columns 650 mm (25.59 in) 750 mm (29.52 in) Frame height

1540 mm (60.63 in)

1840 mm (72.44 in)

1100 mm (43.31 in)

1400 mm (55.12 in)

(22,000 lbf, 110,000 lbf, 132,000 lbf)

2 Guide columns Floor-standing

254 mm/min (10 in/min)

2000 mm (78.74 in)

1750 mm (68.90 in)

Standard length

Extended length Frame width 1362 mm (53.62 in) 1660 mm (65.35 in) Frame depth 1100 mm (43.31 in) 1272 mm (50.08 in) Weight

Standard length with enclosure

Standard length without

enclosure

Extended length with enclosure

Extended length without

enclosure Power requirements 380-480 V AC

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2535 mm (99.80 in)

2835 mm (111.61 in)

1660 kg (3660 lb) 1605 kg (3538 lb)

1760 kg (3880 lb) 1695 kg (3737 lb)

20 Amp 50/60 Hz 5200 W 3 Phase

3490 mm (137.40 in)

3530 kg (7782 lb) 3500 kg (7716 lb)

380-480 V AC 20 Amp 50/60 Hz 5200 W 3 Phase

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105 mm (4.13 in)

188 mm (7.40 in)

Standard 1520 mm (59.84 in)

175 mm (6.89 in)

530 mm

(20.87 in)

560 mm

(22.05 in)

100 mm

(3.94 in)

Specifications

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146 mm (5.75 in)

278 mm (10.94 in)

Standard 1332 mm (52.44 in)

Extended Length

1632 mm (64.25 in)

100 mm (3.94 in)

161 mm (6.34 in)

636 mm (25.04 in)

704 mm (27.72 in)

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710 mm (27.95 in)

145 mm (5.71 in)

72 mm

(2.83 in)

794 mm

(31.26 in)

757 mm (29.8 in)

173 mm (6.81 in)

Standard

1616 mm

(63.6 in)

Extended Length

1916 mm (75.43 in)

Specifications

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742 mm (29.21 in)

160 mm

(6.30 in)

81 mm

(3.19 in)

826 mm

(32.52 in)

768 mm

(30.24 in)

216 mm

(8.5 in)

Standard 1752 mm (68.97 in)

Extended Length

2052 mm (80.79 in)

Model C43.304 and C43.504 - Rated Force Capacity 30 kN, 50 kN

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709 mm (27.91 in)

142 mm (5.59 in)

90 mm

(3.54 in)

861 mm (33.9 in)

689 mm (27.1 in)

370 mm

(14.57 in)

Standard

1951 mm

(76.8 in)

Extended Length

2251 mm

(88.6 in)

Model C44.104 and C44.304 - Rated Force Capacity 10 kN, 30 kN

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1107 mm (43.58 in)

240 mm (9.45 in)

140 mm (5.51 in)

1315 mm (51.77 in)

957 mm

(37.68 in)

437 mm

(17.20 in)

Standard 2269 mm

(89.3 in)

Extended Length

2569 mm

(101.1 in)

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1500 mm (59.06 in)

240 mm

(9.45 in)

140 mm (5.51 in)

1710 mm (67.32 in)

957 mm

(37.68 in)

425 mm

(16.73 in)

Standard 2565 mm

(100.98 in)

Specifications

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1143 mm (45 in)

245 mm (9.65 in)

180 mm (7.09 in)

1362 mm (53.62 in)

1100 mm

(43.31 in)

560 mm

(22.05 in)

Standard 2535 mm (99.80 in)

Extended Length

2835 mm

(111.61 in)

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1420 mm (55.90 in)

274 mm

(10.79 in)

250 mm (9.84 in)

1660 mm (65.35 in)

1272 mm (50.08 in)

625 mm

(24.61 in)

Standard 3340 mm

(131.50 in)

Specifications

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Contents Frame Location and Ventilation 56

Leveling the Load Frame 57

Installing Optional Enclosures 59

Controller Connections 69

Accessory Mounting Dimensions 82

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Frame Location and Ventilation

To ensure proper ventilation, locate the load frame approximately 300 mm (12 inches) from adjacent walls and equipment. Allow approximately 1 m (3 feet) behind the equipment for service access. Do not block the vent holes on the sides or bottom of the frame.

For comfortable working conditions and proper equipment operation, heat dissipation of the equipment must be considered in providing adequate heating or air conditioning in the laboratory area. Heat dissipation can be approximated by summing the heat losses going into a room (1 kVA is equivalent to 860 kcal/hr [3,400 Btu/hr]) and the gains from other sources such as furnaces and personnel.

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Leveling the Load Frame

Frame Base

Leveling Foot

Loosen the top nut.

Turn bottom nut to adjust level.

Leveling the Table-Top Load Frame

Level the table-top load frame immediately after you position it for installation. This prevents the base from rocking and provides a level test surface for more accurate test results.

Equipment The following items are required:

• Spirit or bubble level

• Open-end wrench

Procedure To level the frame base:

1. Place a spirit or bubble level on the center of the base beam.

2. Loosen the top nut on each leveling foot.

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3. Using an open-end wrench, alternately adjust the height of each leveling foot while you monitor the spirit or bubble level reading.

4. Rotate the spirit or bubble level 90° to verify that the load frame is level side to side and front to back.

5. When the machine is level, tighten the top nut on each leveling foot.

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Leveling the Floor-Standing Load Frame

Frame Base

Leveling Foot

Loosen the top nut.

Turn the top end of the foot to adjust the level.

Leveling the Floor-Standing Load Frame

Level the load frame immediately after you position it for installation. This prevents the base from rocking and provides a level test surface for more accurate test results.

Equipment The following items are required:

• Spirit or bubble level

• 8# hex key wrench for C44 model

• 10# hex key wrench for C45.105 and C45.504W model

• 24# open-end wrench for C45.305 model

• 28# open-end wrench for C45.605 model

Procedure To level the frame base:

1. Place a spirit or bubble level on the center of the base beam.

2. Loosen the top nut on each leveling foot using the open-end wrench.

3. Using hex key wrench or open-end wrench, alternately adjust the height of each leveling foot while you monitor the spirit or bubble level reading.

4. Rotate the spirit or bubble level 90° to verify that the load frame is level side to side and front to back.

5. When the machine is level, tighten the top nut on each leveling foot using the socket wrench.

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Installing Optional Enclosures

Every MTS Criterion Series 40 Material Test System has an optional test area enclosure. If the MTS test enclosure is not purchased, customers must provide an enclosure of their own to protect against ejected parts or materials from test specimens.

Single-Column Load Frame

The optional enclosure for single-column load frames is comprised of a back frame and a front door, which completely encloses the test space.

When shipping, front door and back frame of enclosure are removed from the frame and packaged separately. After the frame is placed in its testing location, you need to install enclosure.

C41 model A typical installation procedure for installing an enclosure for C41 single-column

units is provided following the figure.

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Single-Column Load Frame

TEM DESCRIPTION

1 Left Side Panel Assembly 2 Horizontal Bar 3 M6 X 20mm Socket Head Screw, M6 Butt Fastener 4 Safety Switch 5 Back Glass 6 Safety Switch Mount Plate 7 Right Side Panel Assembly 8

9 Rubber Mat 10 M6X30mm Socket Head Screw 11 12 M6X20mm Socket Head Screw 13

Handset

Component

M6 C’bore Butt Fasteners

Front Door

1. Cut the slits for the enclosure legs on the rubber mat (Item 9) with a knife.

2. Remove the handset component (Item 8) from the frame, disconnect the cable with the handset, and remove the aluminum column from the frame.

3. Position the right-side panel assembly (Item 7) on the frame base, and thread four M6X30 socket head screws (Item 10) through the holes on the frame.Do not over-tighten. You can position for alignment after the left side panel (Item 1) and horizontal bar (Item 12) are installed.

4. Put two M6 C'Bore butt fasteners (Item 11) in the slots in the right-side panel.

5. Position the handset component on the right-side panel assembly (Item 7) and connect the cable as done previously. Insert two M6X20mm socket head screws (Item 12) and hand-tighten.

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6. Repeat Steps 3 through 5 for the left-side panel assembly (Item 1).

7. Install the rear of the enclosure prior to mounting the lower horizontal bar (Item 2) in the back of the enclosure with the M6 butt fastener (Item 3). Then insert the back glass (Item 5) into the slots in the side panel, and install the remaining two horizontal bars (Item 2) with the M6 butt fastener (Item

3).

8. When all of the above components are aligned, hand-tighten all fasteners.

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9. Install the safety switch. Prior to assembling the safety switch mount plate (Item 6), put the cable of the safety switch (Item 4) along the groove in a left-ward direction. (The cable is pre-mounted in the slot of the right-side panel assembly). Using two M6 X 20mm socket head screws and the M6 C'bore butt fasteners, mount the safety switch mount plate to the side panel.

10. Position the safety switch (Item 4) with the arrow-on switch pointing forward. Using the M4 x 35mm crossed discal screws and M4 washers, mount the switch to the safety switch mount plate.

11. Place the front door (Item 13) into position and secure the hinges to the leftside panel’s hinges.

12. Check for proper alignment of the safety switch and adjust as needed.

13. Remove the protective covering from the panels and door.

When the assembly is completed, it should look like the previous figure.

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Single-Column Load Frame

C42 model A typical installation procedure for installing an enclosure for C42 single-

column units is provided following the figure.

Installation

TEM DESCRIPTION

1 2 3

Left Side Panel Assembly

Horizontal Bar

M6 X 20mm Socket Head Screw, M6 Butt Fastener

4 5 6 7 8 9

Safety Switch

Back Glass

Safety Switch Mount Plate

Right Side Panel Assembly

Handset Component

Rubber Mat

M6X30mm Socket Head Screw

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11 12 13 14

M6 C'bore Butt Fasteners

M6X20mm Socket Head Screw

Front Door

Sheet Metal Cover

1. Remove the rubber mat (Item 9), the sheet metal cover (Item 14), and the handset component (Item 8) from the frame. Disconnect the cable with the handset; remove the aluminum column from the frame.

2. Cut the slits for the enclosure legs on the rubber mat (Item 9) with a knife.

3. Position the right-side panel assembly (Item 7) on the frame base, and thread four M6x30 socket head screws (Item 10) through the holes on the frame.Do not over-tighten. You can position for alignment after the left-side panel (Item 1) and horizontal bar (Item 12) are installed.

4. Insert two M6 C'Bore butt fasteners (Item 11) in the slots in the right-side panel.

5. Position the handset component on the right-side panel assembly (Item 7) and connect the cable as done previously. Insert two M6X20mm socket head screws (Item 12) and hand-tighten.

6. Repeat Steps 3 through 5 for the left-side panel assembly (Item 1)

7. When all of the above components are aligned, hand-tighten all the fasteners.

8. Remount the sheet metal cover and rubber mat as done previously

9. Install the rear of the enclosure prior to mounting the lower horizontal bar (Item 2) in the back of the enclosure with the M6 butt fastener (Item 3). Then insert the back glass (Item 5) into the slots in the side panel, and install the remaining two horizontal bars (Item 2) with the M6 butt fastener (Item

3).

10. Install the safety switch. Prior to assembling the safety switch mount plate (Item 6), put the cable of the safety switch along the groove in a left-ward direction. (The cable is pre-mounted in the slot of the right-side panel assembly). Using two M6 X 20mm socket head screws and the M6 C'bore butt fasteners, mount the safety switch mount plate to the side panel.

11. Position the safety switch (Item 4) with the arrow-on switch pointing forward. Using the M4 x 35mm crossed discal screws and M4 washers, mount the switch to the safety switch mount plate.

12. Place the front door (Item 13) into position and secure the hinges to the leftside panel’s hinges.

13. Check for proper alignment of the safety switch and adjust as needed.

14. Remove the protective covering from the panels and door.

When the assembly is completed, it should look like the previous figure.

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Model C42 Load Frame with Enclosure

Dual-Column Load Frames

The optional enclosure for dual-column load frames is comprised of a front of enclosure and a rear of enclosure, which completely encloses the test space.

When shipping, front door and back door of enclosure are removed from the frame and packaged separately. After the frame is placed in its testing location, you need to install enclosure.

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6 7

Front of Dual-Column Load Frame

Front of dual-column

units

A typical installation procedure for installing the front enclosure for dual-column units is provided following the figure.

TEM DESCRIPTION

1 2

Left Side Panel Assembly

M6 Butt Fastener

M6 X20 mm Socket Head Screw

4 5 6 7 8

9 10 11

Horizontal bar

M4X35 mm Crossed Discal Screws

Safety Switch

M6X25 mm Socket Head screw

Safety Switch Mount Plate

Right Side Panel Assembly

M6 X40 mm Socket Head Screw

Front Door

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1. Remove the M6 X 20mm socket head screws (Item 3) from the frame.

2. Position the left-side panel assembly (Item 1) on the frame base, and thread the screws through the holes on the frame.

3. Secure the left-side panel to the frame using four M6X40 mm socked head screws (Item 10). Do not over-tighten. You can position for alignment after the right-side panel (Item 9) and horizontal bar (Item 4) are installed.

4. Repeat Steps 2 and 3 for the right-side panel assembly (Item 9).

5. Use the M6 butt fasteners (Item 2) to connect the horizontal bar (Item 4) and the side panel.

6. When the all of above components are aligned, hand-tighten all fasteners.

7. Install the safety switch. Prior to assembling the safety switch mount plate (Item 8), put the cable of the safety switch along the groove in a left-ward direction. (The cable is pre-mounted in the slot of the right-side panel assembly). Using two M6 X 20mm socket head screws and the M6 C'bore butt fasteners, mount the safety switch mount plate to the side panel.

8. Position the safety switch (Item 6) with the arrow-on switch pointing forward. Using the M4 x 35mm crossed discal screws (Item 5) and M4 washers, mount the switch to the safety switch mount plate.

9. Place the front door (Item 11) into position and secure the hinges to the leftside panel’s hinges.

10. Check for proper alignment of the safety switch and adjust as needed.

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Rear of Dual-Column Load Frame

Rear of dual-column

load frames

A typical installation procedure for installing the rear enclosure for dual-column units is provided following the figure.

TEM DESCRIPTION

1 Left Side Panel Assembly 2 M6 Butt Fastener 3 M6 X20 mm Socket Head Screw 4 Horizontal Bar 5 Right Side Panel Assembly 6 M6 X40 mm Socket Head screw 7

Back Door

1. Remove the M6 X 20mm socket head screws (Item 3) from the frame.

2. Position the left-side panel assembly (Item 1) on the frame base, and thread the screws through the holes on the frame.

3. Secure the left-side panel to the frame using four M6X40 mm buttonhead cap screws (Item 6). Do not over-tighten. You can position for alignment after the right-side panel (Item 5) and horizontal bar (Item 4) are installed.

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Dual-Column Load Frame With Enclosure

4. Repeat Steps 2 and 3 for the right-side panel assembly (Item 5).

5. Use the M6 butt fasteners (Item 2) to connect the horizontal bar (Item 4) and the side panel.

6. When the all of above components are aligned, hand-tighten all fasteners.

7. Place the back door (Item 7) into position with the door latch to the right side and secure the hinges to the left-side panel’s hinges.

8. Adjust the latch to align exactly with the door catch as needed.

9. Remove the protective covering from the panels and door.

When the assembly is completed, the image below is the final effect.

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Controller Connections

Connecting the Main Power

1 kN through 100 kN The input voltage of MTS Criterion frames rated 100 kN or less is single phase

200-230 V, 50/60 Hz.

Note Local electrical codes supercede any information found here.

For MTS Criterion frames equal or less than 10 kN, use 3 holes type I socket (C13 style on the Criterion) for power input, specification of power wire is

H05VV-F,3G1 mm +S+S+S, VDE, SABS, IEMMEQU for certification.

For MTS Criterion frames more than 10 kN, use the 3-wires cable that is provided for power input, and connect to the customer electrical box and disconnect. The type of power cable is listed below:

, compatible with standards of KEMA-KEUR, CEBEC,

• 10 kN~50 kN - HO7RN-F 3G2.5 mm

PECSO for certification.

• 100 kN - HO7RN-F 3G4 mm

certification.

Note Electrical connections must be made by qualified personnel and is their

responsibility for using the proper power disconnect that conforms to local codes and regulations when connecting the machine to the building’s main power.

, compatible with standards of ELOT,

, compatible with IEMMEQU, PECSO for

300 kN through 600kN The input voltage of MTS Criterion frames rated 300kN or more is three phases

380-480 V, 50/60 Hz. For MTS Criterion frames more than 10 kN, use the 3-wires cable that is

provided for power input, and connect to the customer electrical box and disconnect. The type of power cable is : HO7RN-F 3G4 mm

IEMMEQU, PECSO for certification.

, compatible with

Electrical disconnect The customer is responsible for providing an electrical power disconnect that is

easy to operate and easy to reach. It must also meet IEC 60947-1 and IEC 609473 standards.

Recommended circuit breaks would be ones that are of the thermal magnetic type with characteristics suitable for large inductive loads (D-type trip characteristic). If fuses are used, It is recommended that they are of the time-delay type with dual elements. These recommendations should be followed to avoid nuisance tripping.

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CAUTION

J1 USBJ2 Handset

J3 InterlockJ4 EncoderJ5 Digital I/OJ7 Monitor1 J6 Monitor2J9 DC Cond J8 DC Cond

Power OK Faul t

J10 Aux Pw1

J11 Guard

J12 Digital I/O

Insight

J13 Digital I/O

User

J14 E-Stop

Installing Cables

Exercise care when connecting cables. Ensure that you are using the correct cables and that all connections are secure. When you are finished, double-check to ensure that all components are connected properly.

To maintain EMC compliance and help ensure optimal performance, MTS recommends ordering all system cables from MTS. Cables should be installed so that they are protected from conditions that could damage the cable.

There is dangerous voltage inside the machine. Connecting cables with power applied can cause damage to the equipmen t.

Ensure that the power is turned off before connecting cables.

Controller connectors

J1 USB This is a standard USB 2.0 connector that accepts a USB-B cable connector and

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connects to the computer. This provides a communications interface between the testing software on the PC and the controller. This is used to allow the software to change settings in the controller and to receive data from the controller.

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J2 Handset This is intended to interface to the handset. Specifics for this connector are:

• 12 V output power with 200 mA current limit

• RS422 driver (differential)

• RS422 receiver (differential)

• Interlock input. Handset shorts between INTLK+ and INTLK- when it is

connected.

• 8-pin RJ-45 connector

Pin assignments are as follows:

IN SIGNAL

1 Transmit+ 2 Transmit- 3 +12 V 4 INTLK+ 5 INTLK- 6 Analog GND 7 Receive+ 8 Receive-

J3 Interlock J3 is intended for remote interlock connection. If not used, jumper plug P/N 049-

635-901 must be installed to enable system interlocks to be cleared.

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J4 Encoder This connector is intended for encoder-based transducers. Specifics for this

connector are:

• Power: +5 V +/- 0.25 V at 100 mA max

• Signals: Quadrature A and B with index I

• Logic: Differential receivers (can connect single ended)

• Maximum Rate: 100,000 lines/sec = 400,000 counts/sec

Pin assignments are as follows:

IN SIGNAL

1 TEDS data 2 A+ 3 A- 4 +5 V 5 I+ 6 I- 7 Analog GND 8 B+ 9 B- 10 TEDS ground

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J5 Digital I/O The J5 connector routes the Digital I/O from the MTS Insight control board to

J12 on the MTS Criterion interface board. The pin assignment below is only for reference. The cable from J5 to J12 must be connected for system operation.

IN SIGNAL

1 DIN1+ 2 DIN2+ 3 DIN3+ 4 DOUT1+ 5 DOUT2+ 6 DOUT3+ 7 No Contact 8

+12 V

9 DIN1- 10 DIN2- 11 DIN3- 12 DOUT1- 13 DOUT2- 14 DOUT3- 15 Analog GND

J6 and J7 Monitor Two monitor connectors are provided. There are several possible uses for analog

monitor outputs: external data acquisition, tuning, troubleshooting, and so forth. For tuning, it is desirable to monitor command and feedback, or command and error, simultaneously while changing the controller parameters. Therefore, two monitor outputs are provided. Specifics for these connectors are:

• Analog +/-10.5 V

• Calibrated to +/-10 V

• 16-bit resolution minimum

• BNC connectors

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J8 and J9 DC

Conditioner

T wo external DC conditioner connectors are provided. Up to two external transducers can be connected such as: axial or transverse extensometers, biaxial extensometer, auxilary load cells, pressure gages, LVDTs (with external conditioning), or strain-gaged components.

Pin assignments are as follows:

IN SIGNAL

1 TEDS data 2 EX+ 3 EX- 4 FB- 5 RCAL1 (FBR+) 6 RCAL2 (FBR-) 7 FB+ 8 EXS- 9 EXS+ 10 TEDS ground

J10 Aux Pw1 The connector is the auxilary Power connector. It can provide power to external

devices. Pin assignments are as follows:

PIN SIGNAL

1 +12 V 400 mA (max combined with Pin 6) 2 AGND 3 -12 V 400 mA max 4 PGND 5 +5 V 400 mA max 6 +12 V 400 mA (max combined with Pin 1) 7 AGND 8 DGND 9 +24 V 400 mA max

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J11 Guard The connector should be connected to the safety system (Enclosure switch) or

jumpered for crosshead motion. The enclosure switch has two NC contacts. One must be connected between Pin 1 and Pin 6. The other must be connected between Pin 2 and Pin 7. GUARD_CONFIG1/2-jumpers determine if crosshead motion slows to 540 mm/ min or comes to a complete stop when the enclosure door opens. That is to say, No Jumpers = complete stop with door open. Jumpers from Pin3-Pin8 and Pin5-Pin9 = crosshead slows to 540 mm/min with the enclosure door open.

Pin assignments are as follows:

IN SIGNAL

1 GUARD1A+ 2 GUARD2A+ 3 GUARD_CONFIG1+ 4 No Contact 5 GUARD_CONFIG2- 6 GUARD1A - 7 GUARD2A- 8 GUARD_CONFIG1- 9 GUARD_CONFIG2+

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J12 Digital I/O Insight The J12 connector routes the Digital I/O from the MTS Insight control board to

J5 on the MTS Criterion interface board. The pin assignment below is only for reference. The cable from J12 to J5 must be connected for system operation.

IN SIGNAL

1 VCC 2 No Contact 3 DOUT3+ 4 DOUT2+ 5 DOUT1+ 6 DIN3+ 7 DIN2+ 8 DIN1+ 9 GND 10 DOUT3- 11 DOUT2- 12 DOUT1- 13 DIN3- 14 DIN2- 15 DIN1-

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J13 Digital I/O User Digital I/O signals include three optically isolated inputs, three optically isolated

outputs, and 12 V power. Functions of each digital input or output are software selectable. A typical example might be connecting an external switch; see

“Additional Digital I/O Information” on page 125. Only DIN1 and DOUT2 & 3

are available for external use. DIN2 & DOUT1 are used for Fault Status communications with the software. DIN3 is used for Enclosure door switch status. Pin assignments are as follows:

Note If the optional enclosure is not used, DIN3 is still required by the control

system to bypass the low-speed safety system.

PIN SIGNAL

1 DIN1+ 2 DIN2+ 3 DIN3+ 4 DOUT1+ 5 DOUT2+ 6 DOUT3+ 7 No Contact 8

VCC

9 DIN1- 10 DIN2- 11 DIN3- 12 DOUT1- 13 DOUT2- 14 DOUT3- 15 Analog GND

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J14 E- Stop This connector is intended to connect to a remote Emergency-Stop switch. If not

used, a jumper plug must be installed. If you are building a cable, the maximum length is 30.48 m (100 ft) with 18 AWG. The switch should be wired normally closed, such that when the switch is pressed, an interlock is generated. Pin assignments are as follows:

• ESTOP3 = emergency stop switch with two sets of contacts (optional

remotely mounted).

• ESTOP_OUT = optional ESTOP output for accessory, includes two contact

outputs and one feedback. For use with pneumatic/hydraulic grip controls, furnaces, environmental chambers, and so on.

IN SIGNAL

1 ESTOPB_OUT- 2 No Contact 3 ESTOP_OUT_MONITOR- 4 ESTOP_OUT_MONITOR+ 5 ESTOP3B+ 6 ESTOPA_OUT- 7 ESTOP3B- 8 ESTOP3A+ 9 ESTOPB_OUT+ 10 No Contact 11 No Contact 12 No Contact 13 ESTOP3A- 14 ESTOPA_OUT+ 15 No Contact

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Crosshead load cell

Lower Testing Zone Load Cell Connector (Shown on Model C44)

connector

Installing Cables

For a single-testing zone material testing system, there is a connector for the load cell under the crosshead on one of the columns. For an optional dual-testing zone material testing system, there is a connector for the load cell under the top beam on one of the columns, and there are two connectors for the load cell under the crosshead on one of the columns. When using the upper testing zone, the upper load cell is connected to the connector under the top beam on one of the columns, and the two connectors under the crosshead are connected by a jumper cable. When using the lower testing zone, the lower load cell is connected to the back one of two connectors under the crosshead. Pin assignments are as follows:

IN SIGNAL

1 EX+ 2 EX- 3 No Contact 4 FB+ 5 FB- 6 No Contact 7 SHIELD 8 TEDS+ 9 No Contact 10 EXS+ 11 No Contact 12 RCAL1 (FBR+) 13 RCAL2 (FBR-) 14 TEDS- 15 EXS-

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Allen Screw

M4x8

Connector Cover

NI Signal Acquisition

Box Mounting

The Model C45.504W frame can test with multiple load cells and multiple channels. If this configuration is desired, an NI Signal Acquisition Box is required. The typical mounting procedure follows.

1. Twist down all fasteners with the Allen wrench and remove the connector cover from the base of the load frame.

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NI Signal

Acquisition Box

Allen Screw

M4x8

Sheet Metal

Bracket

NI Connector

2. Secure the sheet metal bracket fo the base with four Allen screws M4x8.

3. Align the jacks and plugs of the NI connector, and then press down the NI Signal Acquisition Box to the right position.

4. Secure the box with four Allen screws and hand-tighten.

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Accessory Mounting Dimensions

You can attach numerous testing accessories and fixtures to the load frame for specialized tests. The following figures show the standard mounting holes in each style of load frame. Use these standard mounting holes to mount your accessories. A void tapping new holes that may weaken or otherwise compromise the integrity of the load frame. The following sections describe each style of load frame separately. Look for the section pertaining to your specific model for the appropriate dimensions.

Note All measurements in the following figures are shown in mm.

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Model C41 Accessory Mounting Dimensions

Model C41.103 Base Beam Mounting Dimensions

Φ5.4x10 Deep

Dowel Hole for Orientation

(2x)

M16-7H Thru

Model C41.103 Crosshead Mounting Dimensions

Φ5.4x10 Deep

Dowel Hole for Orientation

(2x)

Φ13 Thru

Model C41.103 Accessory Mounting Dimensions

M8-7H

Thru(2x)

Φ5 Thru

Dowel Hole for Orientation

(2x)

Model C41 Accessory Mounting Dimensions

Base beam

Crosshead

Accesory Mounting

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Model C42 Accessory Mounting Dimensions

Model C42.503 Base Beam Mounting Dimensions

M16-7H 35 Deep

Φ5.4x10 Deep

Dowel Hole for Orientation

(2x)

Model C42.503 Crosshead Mounting Dimensions

Φ13 Thru

Φ5.4x10 Deep

Dowel Hole for Orientation

(2x)

Model C42 Accessory Mounting Dimensions

Base beam

Crosshead

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Top beam

Model C42.503 Top Beam Mounting Dimensions

M16-7H 30 Deep

Model C42.503 Accessory Mounting Dimensions

M8-7H Thru(2x)

Φ5 Thru

Dowel Hole for Orientation

(2x)

Model C42 Accessory Mounting Dimensions

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Model C43 Accessory Mounting Dimensions

Model C43.104 Base Beam Mounting Dimensions

425 Horizontal Clearance

Φ5.4 x10 Deep

Dowel Hole for Orientation

(2x)

M16-7H 35 Deep

M10-7H(4x) 20 Deep

M8-7H(4x) 20 Deep

Model C43.304/C43.504 Base Beam Mounting Dimensions

420 Horizontal Clearance

Φ5.4x10 Deep

Dowel Hole for Orientation

(2x)

M16-7H Thru

M10-7H(4x) 25 Deep

M8-7H(4x) 20 Deep

Model C43 Accessory Mounting Dimensions

Base beam

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Model C43.104 Crosshead Mounting Dimensions

Φ18.5 Thru

Φ5.4x10 Deep

Dowel Hole for Orientation

(2x)

Model C43.304/C43.504 Crosshead Mounting Dimensions

Φ35 Thru

Φ5.4x10 Deep

Dowel Hole for Orientation

(2x)

Model C43 Accessory Mounting Dimensions

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Model C43 Accessory Mounting Dimensions

Model C43.104 Top Beam Mounting Dimensions

M16-7H(2x) 30 Deep

Model C43.304/C43.504 Top Beam Mounting Dimensions

M16-7H(2x) 30 Deep

Top beam

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Model C44.104/C44.304 Base Beam Mounting Dimensions

400 Horizontal Clearance

Φ5.4x10 Deep

Dowel Hole for Orientation

(2x)

M16-7H Thru

M10-7H(4x) 25 Deep

M8-7H(4x) 20 Deep

Model C44.104/C44.304 Topside of Crosshead Mounting Dimensions

Φ5.4x10 Deep

Dowel Hole for Orientation

(2x)

Φ82

M8-7H(4x) 25 Deep

Model C44 Accessory Mounting Dimensions

Base beam

Crosshead

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Model C44 Accessory Mounting Dimensions

Model C44.104/C44.304 Underside of Crosshead Mounting Dimensions

Φ18.5 Thru

Φ5.4x10 Deep

Dowel Hole for Orientation

(2x)

Model C44.104/C44.304 Topside of Top Beam Mounting Dimensions

M16-7H(2x)

35 Deep

Model C44.104/C44.304 Underside of Top Beam Mounting Dimensions

M8-7H(4x)

10 Deep

Φ18.5 Thru

Φ5.4x10 Deep

Dowel Hole for Orientation

(2x)

Top beam

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Model C45.504W Accessory Mounting Dimensions

Model C45.504WBase Beam Mounting Dimensions

1000 Horizontal clearance

Φ5.4x10 deep

Dowel hole for Orientation

(10x)

M12-7H(6x)

35 deep

M16-7H(4x)

12 deep

Φ80

M27X2.0-7H

40 deep

Φ100 deep 26

155.5

M10-7H(8x)

25 deep

M12-7H(8x)

25 deep

276 280

276

140

Model C45.504W Topside of Crosshead Mounting Dimensions

Φ32.5 Thru

155.5 155.5 155.5155.5

Φ65 deep 66

Φ38.1 deep

60(4X)

Φ18.5

Thru(4X)

Model C45.504W Accessory Mounting Dimensions

Base beam

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Model C45.504W Accessory Mounting Dimensions

Model C45.504W Underside Crosshead Mounting Dimensions

155.5 155.5 155.5155.5

Φ5.4x12 Deep

Dowel Hole for Orientetion

(20x)

Model C45.504W Topside of Top Beam Mounting Dimensions

892

M24-7H (2x)

50 Deep

Model C45.504W Backside of Top Beam Mounting Dimensions

416.5

M8-7H (2x)

15 Deep

Top beam

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Model C45.504/C45.105 Accessory Mounting

Model C45.504/C45.105 Base Beam Mounting Dimensions

Φ5.4x10 Deep

Dowel Hole for Orientation

(2x)

M12-7H(6x) 30 Deep

M12-7H(4x) 30 Deep

M10-7H(4x) 30 Deep

Φ80

M27-7H Thru

600 Horizontal Clearance

Model C45.504/C45.105 Topside of Crosshead Mounting Dimensions

Φ5.4x10 Deep

Dowel Hole for Orientation

(2x)

M12-7H(6x) 30 Deep

Φ100

Model C45.504/C45.105 Accessory Mounting Dimensions

Base beam

Crosshead

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Model C45.504/C45.105 Accessory Mounting

Model C45.504/C45.105 Underside of Crosshead Mounting Dimensions

Φ5.4x10 Deep

Dowel Hole for Orientation

(2x)

Φ33 Thru

Model C45.504/C45.105 Topside of Top Beam Mounting Dimensions

M24-7H(2x) 50 Deep

Φ33 Thru

Top beam

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Model C45.504/C45.105 Accessory Mounting

Model C45.504/C45.105 Underside of Top Beam Mounting Dimensions

Φ5.4 x10 Deep

Dowel Hole for Orientation

(2x)

Φ33 Thru

280

M10-7H (4x)

20 Deep

Model C45.504/C45.105 Backside of Top Beam Mounting Dimensions

206

M8-7H (2x)

15 Deep

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Model C45.305 Accessory Mounting Dimensions

Model C45.305 Base Beam Mounting Dimensions

650 Horizontal Clearance

Φ5.4 x12 Deep

Dowel Hole for Orientation

(2x)

M12-7H

(8x) 25 Deep

M16-7H(12x)

40 Deep

Φ128 M36x2-7H

40 Deep

290

100

45°

170

Model C45.305 Topside of Crosshead Mounting Dimensions

Φ42

Φ102 x 55 Deep

Model C45.305 Accessory Mounting Dimensions

Base beam

Crosshead

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Model C45.305 Underside of Crosshead Mounting Dimensions

Φ42

Φ5.4 x12 Deep

Dowel Hole for Orientation

(2x)

Model C45.305 Topside of Top Beam Mounting Dimensions

M30-7H (2x)

50 Deep

580

Model C45.305 Backside of Top Beam Mounting Dimensions

M8-7H (2x)

15 Deep

211

Model C45.305 Accessory Mounting Dimensions

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Model C45.605Accessory Mounting Dimensions

Model C45.605 Base Beam Mounting Dimensions

750 Horizontal Clearance

Φ5.4x12 Deep

DowelHole for Orientation

(2x)

M16-7H

(10x) 35 Deep

M20-7H(12x)

40 Deep

Φ160

350

206

100

200

Φ75 Deep 60

Model C45.605 Topside of Crosshead Mounting

Φ190

Φ5.4x12 Deep

Dowel Hole for Orientation

(2x)

M12-7H

(6x) 30 Deep

Φ152Deep 94

Φ82Thru

Model C45.605Accessory Mounting Dimensions

Base beam

Crosshead

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Model C45.605 Underside of Crosshead Mounting Dimensions

Φ5.4x12 Deep

Dowel Hole for Orientation

(2x)

Φ82Thru

100

Model C45.605 Underside of Top beam Dimensions

Φ5.4x12 Deep

Dowel Hole for Orientation

(2x)

Φ32.5

Model C45.605 Upside of Top Beam Dimensions

700

M42-7H

(2x)Deep 70

Φ65 Deep 60

Φ32.5Thru

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MTS Criterion 40 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Contents

Technical Support

How to Get Technical Support

Before You Contact MTS Service Representative

If You Contact MTS by Phone

Before You Begin

Preface

Conventions

Documentation Conventions

Safety

General Safety Practices

Safety Practices Before System Operation

Safety Practices While the System Is in Operation

Hazard Labels

Introduction

About This Manual

Inappropriate Use

Description

Frame Controller

Software

Load Frame Components

Specifications

Common Specifications

Model Specifications

Dimensions

Installation

Frame Location and Ventilation

Leveling the Load Frame

Leveling the Table-Top Load Frame

Leveling the Floor-Standing Load Frame

Installing Optional Enclosures

Single-Column Load Frame

Dual-Column Load Frames

Controller Connections

Connecting the Main Power

Installing Cables

Accessory Mounting Dimensions

Model C41 Accessory Mounting Dimensions

Model C42 Accessory Mounting Dimensions

Model C43 Accessory Mounting Dimensions

Model C44 Accessory Mounting Dimensions

Model C45.504W Accessory Mounting Dimensions

Model C45.504/C45.105 Accessory Mounting Dimensions

Model C45.305 Accessory Mounting Dimensions

Model C45.605Accessory Mounting Dimensions