Tensile Strength Tester CT 3.0kN

INTRODUCTION

Model LH 3000 TX is a single column PCControlled Universal Materials tester. The unit has a maximum capacity of 3.0 kN and is designed to meet a variety of ISO, ASTM and M & S Standards for Fabrics, Yarns and Nonwoven materials. winTest™ PC-based software calculates all textile force measurement methods including: Fabric and Yarn Tensile, Seam Slippage, Peel/Tear and Ball Burst.

A variety of fixtures and attachments are available for garment testing and other physical property measurements for Textiles.

STANDARDS

Model LH-3000TX meets the following International Textile Standards for Tensile Strength:

ISO 13936-1, ISO 2062, ISO 1670, ISO 5081, ISO 5082, ISO 13934, ISO 13936, ISO 13937
M&S P-11:2001, M&S P-12:2001, M&S P 115:2001, M&S P-98:2001
ASTM D-434, ASTM D-1578, ASTM D-2061, ASTM D-2256, ASTM D-2653, ASTM D-2724, ASTM D-3822, ASTM D-5034

SPECIFICATIONS

Range (kN)	3	PC-Controlled	Windows™ XP Software
Accuracty	+/- 0.5% of reading down to 1/1000th of load cell capacity.	Electrical Supply	Dual input selectable 115 or 230V, 1ph 50/60Hz.
Vertical Space (mm)	1170	Operating Temp. (C°)	-10 ° to +40 °
Crosshead Travel / Resolution (mm)	1000 by 0.001	Operating Humidity	+10 to +90% non-condensing
Throat (mm)	200 Ø	Machine Configuration	Table top, base cabinet available
Frame Stiffness (kN/mm)	5	Data Sampling Rate	Maximum 12kHz with up to 200Hz data frames
Speed Range (mm/min)	0.001 to 1000 mm/min	Available Load Cells	5N, 10N, 20N, 100N, 250N, 500N. 1kN, 2.5kN, 3kN Maximum of four load cells up to capacity of machine.
Speed Accuracy	+/- 0.1% under stable conditions.	Number of Columns	1
Crosshead Guidance	Linear slides integral within column	Power (kW)	0.3
Max Force at Full Speed (kN)	3	Max Speed at Full Load (mm/min)	1000

FORCE MEASUREMENT

Universally Calibrated, better than Grade 0.5 EN 7500-1, DIN 51221 ASTM E-4. AFNOR A03-501. Range 0.4% to 100% minimum. Automatic identification of load cell. Resolution 1 part in 500000 with autoranging. Electronic load cell protection.

EXTENSION MEASUREMENT

Full frame length to 0.001mm. Resolution 0.001 min. Accuracy 0.01mm. Absolute, relative and auxiliary modes mm, mm and percent. Programmable extension limits.

SPEED CONTROL

Drive system temperature and current protection. Positional jog speed 0.001mm/min to maximum. Speed setting increments 0.001mm/min.

LOAD FRAME

Rigid frame, using dual slide crosshead guidance system and rigid extruded support column. Frame stiffness 5kN/mm plus K factor facility built-in. Re-circulating ball screw with bellows. Electronic limit trips, total travel trips and customer programmable safety stops. Rubber mat front protection.

FEATURES

For use with your own laptop
Fully digital testing system with high precision control and accuracy, includes automated computer control of test methods giving simplicity of operation.
High resolution auto ranging load cells with accuracies better than +/-0.5% down to 1/1000th of the load cell capacity.
Automatic recognition and calibration of load cells and extensometers, with instant calibration check facility.
800% overload capability of load cells without damage.
Small footprint design, giving economy of bench and floor space.
High efficiency pre-loaded self cleaning ballscrews for fast, quiet testing. Fitted with sealed for life lubricated end bearings.
Crosshead guidance system providing precise alignment and smooth running.
Precision crosshead control via digital AC servo drive and brushless servo motor giving maintenance free operation and 4,000,000 steps per revolution positional control.
High speed data collection systems for up to 4 synchronous channels.
6 I/O channels for additional devices such as extensometers, micrometers, callipers, balances etc.
High stiffness loading frames with solid specialised steel crossheads and rigid extruded support columns with T-slots for accessory mounting.
Overload, overtravel and impact protection.
Telescopic covers giving additional protection for ballscrews against dust and testing debris.
Extensive range of grips and fixtures for tension, compression, flexural, shear, peel and roduct testing etc
A wide range of contacting and non-contacting extensometers
is available including laser and video models.

INSTRUMENT SIZE

	Depth:		450 mm (18 in.)
	Height:		1475 mm (58 in.)
	Width:		590 mm (23 in.)
	Weight:		181 lbs (82kg)

ORDERING INFORMATION

Catalog Number: LH 3000TX

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To learn how Lawson Hemphill or the TMI Group of Companies can help your company profit through testing, please call us at 1-508-679-5364, or e-mail Information@lawsonhemphill.com.

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