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The 2820 Series of wood bend fixtures are designed in accordance with common International Standards for performing flexure tests on a range of wood products.
Instron® is the premium choice for reconditioned equipment. This literature describes the reconditioning process and features of a Reconditioned BTE Series.
This biomedical-focused issue includes a technical tip on "The Best Solution for Gripping Low-Force Specimens". The Q&As include "What Types of International Testing Standards Are Used in the Medical Device Industry?" and "What Is 21 CFR Part 11 and How Does It Affect Me?"
SI-1M 450 Joule Motorized Pendulum Impact Testing Machine for testing metals to Charpy and Izod standards.
Biomedical Applications – Part 1 of 2
This issue includes an article on "How Can Testing Strengthen Your Smile?", as well as a technical tip on "Do Your Test Results Change When Your Operators Change?". The Q&A is on "What is the Relationship Between Accuracy and Resolution?"
SGS International Certification Services certifies Instron Corporation Quality Management System meets ISO 9001:2000 requirements. Valid until September 11, 2011
This new 4-point program includes an oil analysis, preventative maintenance, a periodic oil change, and a system refurbishment for servohydraulic testing systems.
This add-on compliance solution, which can be integrated with Bluehill® Software, meets regulatory guidelines found in FDA 21 CFR Part 11.
Enhance Your Bluehill® and WaveMatrix™ Software Systems With New Modules
The latest changes to the ASTM E18 standard require suppliers to verify the performance of ball indenters to meet E18-07 and later compliance.
Latest changes to the ASTM E18 standard require suppliers to verify the geometry of indenters to meet E18-07 and later compliance.
The latest changes to the ASTM E18 standard require users to use E18-07 or later compliant test blocks for hardness testing.
The 2601 series Linear Variable Differential Transformer (LVDT) displacement transducers are measuring devices that measure the displacement of the load frames of materials testing systems. They feature an LVDT as the active element, and are designed for use on both electromechanical and hydraulic Instron® testing systems.
Catalog number 2714-004 Rated capacity 1 kN (100 kgf, 225 lbf) Suitable for a wide range of linear densities (denier and tex)
Catalog number 2714-006 Rated capacity 1.6 kN (160 kgf, 350 lbf) Suitable for a wide range of linear densities (denier and tex)
The Instron capacitive extensometer measures small changes in length of test specimens at very high temperatures. It has been developed in conjunction with a number of advanced programs throughout the world investigating the properties of materials including alumina, silicon carbide, silicon nitride, carbon/carbon composites and other advanced ceramics.
Brochure that promotes temperature calibration on environmental cabinets and similar thermal equipment undertaken by Instron's European Calibration laboratory.
ComplianceBuilder(tm) (CB) is an add-on compliance solution integrated with Bluehill software that provides features necessary to meet the latest FDA 21 CFR Part 11 regulations. This document describes the features in CB that allow you to comply with 21 CFR Part 11; and the associated risks of non-compliance.
The paper provides an overview of 21 CFR Part 11 as it pertains to materials testing, electronic records, and electronic signature procedures for industries regulated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). It describes the key elements of 21 CFR Part 11 and provides a methodology for transitioning your lab to a 21 CFR Part 11 compliant laboratory.
This special issue on impact testing covers an application note on instrumented impact testing. The Q&As include: "How Much Energy Should I Use for My Impact Test?" and "What Causes the First Peak in the Load Curve of My Impact Test Data?"
This issue features a study conducted on video extensometers, and reveals the benefits over traditional styles.
The Testing of Metals: Part 2
Solutions for Biomedical Testing presents a wide range of examples and application solutions for medical devices, biological tissues, biomaterials, orthopaedic devices, hip implants, knee implants, spine, fixation devices, dental materials and implants, and biomechanics such as athletic footwear.
The Difference Between an Instron® Model 3342 and a Chatillon Model LR5K Plus.
Instron introduces its new KN Model of universal testing systems. By building on years of experience, Instron has kept the best of its static hydraulic technology while infusing this new SATEC series with design flexibility, a modern appearance, high-performance electronics and leading edge software.
New single footprint universal hydraulic load frames up to 600 kN (135,000 lbf).
Gage repeatability and reproducibility, also known as GR&R, is a type of statistical analysis that is often performed by quality and product engineers as a method of test equipment validation and verification. The purpose of this paper is to highlight a variety of error sources, and provide suggestions and guidelines for conducting a successful GR&R study.
This document constitutes the highest level of documentation of quality measures in the corporation. It takes precedence over any supporting documents.
Instron Pty's Calibration Laboratory is accredited to ISO 17025 for Force and Extension by the National Association of Testing Authorities (NATA), Laboratory Number 3037. NATA holds the original of the certificate on their site at: http://www.nata.asn.au/
Properly managing your database can speed up data retrieval. This webinar will discuss the Data Manager Tool and how to use Partners Access and Excel Reporting Tools.
Effective March 1, 2007, the Instron 4200, 4300, and 4400 Series controllers will enter the Legacy product support program. Under this program, we can not guarantee availability of replacement parts for the digital controller.
Effective January 1st, 2009, SATEC MATS II, Vertex, and Apex electronics will no longer be supported by Instron’s product lifecycle programs. If you have not already replaced these electronics with an Instron EXTEND upgrade, we encourage you to carefully review and consider the following options.
This special issue on metals testing covers technical tips including Protecting Your Investment with Proper Use of Grip Accessories, and New Changes to ASTM E18-07. The Q&A is on better solutions for calculating N-value.
The Testing of Metals: Part 1
FDA Compliance Statements
1000HDX SATEC series universal hydraulic testing system with dual test space design for tension, compression, bend, shear, and flexure testing on high strength materials.
Instruction Manual for Series 500 digital testers.
Instron's 9250 drop tower measures energy absorption and impact properties of polymers, metals, composites and more.
Instron's preventative maintenance ensures your testing system's specifications are up to date.
Materials Testing Software for Dynamic and Fatigue Testing
Exchange your old machine for thousands of dollars in credit towards the purchase of a new tester with Instron's trade-in program.
Accreditation UK IS0 9001 certification
Mechanical testing of adhesives
Special offer on Bluehill 2 Static Testing Software
Mechanical testing of composites
Mechanical testing of textiles
Mechanical testing of elastomers
Mechanical testing of polymers
Accreditation US Dept. of Commerce & NIST nvlap certificate of Accreditation
Instron Calibration Laboratory
Accreditation Germany IS0 9001
This issue includes technical tips on "Why Do I See a Negative Load After Clamping My Tensile Specimen?" and "Hardness Testers: Closed-Loop vs. Deadweight". The Q&A is on torsion testing.
Instron's 3300 single column testing system is ideal for medical device testing, and is engineered to cover a range of testing from 500 N to 5 kN.
Electromechanical table-top testers provide low to mid range torque loads with multiple rotations up to 220 Nm (2,000 in-lb). pod_55MT_REV3_1203
The RX 550 & RX 650 Systems are the result of a partnership between Instron, a leading provider of equipment that evaluates mechanical properties of materials and components, and Machine Solutions Incorporated (MSI), an innovative manufacturer of proprietary mechanical solutions for the medical device industry. The RX Systems are primarily used for the radial compression of interventional devices, including: balloon expandable stents, self-expanding stents, stent graft products, collagen plugs, embolic filters, vena cava filters and other basket type filter products.
Instron's 1000 kN Universal Hydraulic Testing System features a dual test space and is ideal for testing materials from wire to rebar to concrete.
This issue includes technical tips on "Indicating the Correct Gauge Length for Your Specimen" and "Using Grips in a Low-Temperature Chamber". The Q&A is on losing power during testing.
The Pneumatic Marking Station quickly and accurately applies dot targets to test specimens prior to testing with an Instron® non-contacting video extensometer.
The Hand-Operated Marker provides a means for easy specimen marking for video extensometers. Apply optimal size marks to your specimen with consistency and speed.
Instron Terms & Conditions of Sale
W-E402 Series Averaging Axial Extensometers are ideally suited for testing a wide range of materials, including advanced composites. Two independent strain sensors measure axial displacements from opposite sides of the specimen and produce a single averaged output.
W-E404 Series Transverse Extensometers are designed for measuring transverse displacements. They are self-supporting on the test specimen and will work on any width or diameter specimen from 0 to 25 mm(1 in).
W-E440 High-Temperature Series extensometers are ideally suited for testing materials such as advanced composites, metals and polymers at elevated temperatures. They incorporate a capacitive sensor that does not require any cooling.
W-E404-D Transverse Averaging Extensometer is specifically designed for measuring the transverse displacements used in determining the r-value in sheet metal testing.
W-E402 Series Biaxial extensometers are ideally suited for testing anisotropic materials such as advanced composites as well as for general purpose tests such as determining Poisson’s ratio.
This webinar defines Modulus, describes the different modulus calculations available in Bluehill, and describes the slope calculations.
This issue includes an article on Old Ironsides, as well as a technical tip on tightening your wedge grips. The Q&A is on the difference between ISO and ASTM standards, and how it may affect your testing.
3300 Single Column Medical Device Testing Systems. A wide range of solutions to address a variety of biomedical applications from sutures, needles and tubing, to medical packaging and gloves, is offered by Instron.
The new Instron Standard Video Extensometer(SVE)is a non-contacting extensometer that meets most testing standards for accuracy. The SVE can be used to measure axial strain in a wide variety of materials through failure and provides many advantages over traditional contacting extensometers.
Upgrade Solutions for Universal Hydraulic Testing Systems.
Instron®'s world class training is the measurable difference in operating more efficiently, reliably and safely.
Web Support Agreement - where service and value come together - assists you in running better, faster, cheaper and safer.
Instron's Bluehill Lite materials testing software is ideally suited for standardized tensile, compression, flexure, peel, tear, friction and simple cyclic test requirements. Bluehill Lite is compatible will all Instron 3300 systems.
WaveMatrix™ is intelligent software designed for fatigue and dynamic testing of materials and components. It delivers flexibility - run everything from a simple static ramp, to cyclic waveforms through to complex multi-step, multi-axial tests The highly visual environment with integrated tabular screens, clear menu structures, time-based matrix test preview and configurable live test workspace is designed to be intuitive and instill confidence. Packed with intelligent features, such as data reduction and built-in project organization, designed to simplify your testing.
5800 Series material testing systems encompass a range of high performance load frames, cutting-edge control and data aquisition electronics, and modular applications software packages.
The Advanced Video Extensometer uses a digital camera and LED light to perform non contacting strain measurement.
ElectroPuls instruments are state-of-the-art electrodynamic test systems for dynamic and static tests on materials & components. Powered entirely from a single-phase mains supply, they feature the latest in testing technology and a host of other user-oriented features.
Displacement calibration services
The Web Support Agreement with a three-month free trial offer
The 2810-412 miniature 3-point bend fixture is designed for Mode II fracture toughness testing. The fixture fully complies with the requirements of SEMI standard G69-0996 ‘Test method for measurement of the adhesive strength between lead frames and molding compounds for semiconductor packages’.
Calibration is often required by an organization's internal quality standards or by international or national standards or laws. Instron calibrates most types and brands of materials testing machines. Instron calibration's quality and aceptance is demonstrated by its NVLAP (North America); UKAS and DVD (Europe); NATA (Asia and Australia) and KOLSA (Korea) accreditation.
This issue includes an article on Fiber Optic Sensors & Sensing Systems, as well as a technical tip on single column and dual column load frames. The Q&A is on the features of our online libary.
Wilson® Instruments Minuteman ELT™ Knoop/Vickers and Rockwell Automatic Systems Solutions for Automated Hardness Testing
Automatic attaching and detaching extensometer with gauge lengths up to 200 mm. Travel of 300 mm minus the gauge length.
Used to test carbon and aramid fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP) composite laminates. Conforms to Boeing BSS 7260/ NASA CAI Catalog Number 2505-003
Instron Extra is the flexible service option that can provide total testing support. It is important that you obtain the best possible performance from your materials testing systems whether they are new, upgraded or non-Instron systems. Instron Extra is designed for realizing the potential of your testing equipment.
Instron's WaveMatrix simplifies your testing in a single software package.
Catalog Number 2714-031 Rated capacity 50 kN (5 kgf, 11 lbf) Suitable for a wide range of linear densities (denier and tex)
Instron® offers advanced material testing products for a diverse range of tests including tensile, compression, fatigue, impact, hardness and structural.
Low Cycle Fatigue 3 (LCF3) offers a flexible workspace designed to run and analyze strain controlled fatigue tests in accordance with ASTM, ISO and BS standards.
Instron's R.R. Moore is ideal for use in classrooms and labs.
Application report on testing per ASTM E 436; ASTM e 604 & API-5L
Bluehill 2 material testing software is the second generation of the original fully-integrated modular software package that provides easy tailored application solutions for today's laboratory managers and test technicians. In addition to the standard testing applications including tensile, compression, flexural, peel, tear and friction, Bluehill 2 has several new and unique added features.
Application report detailing impact testing per ASTM D-3763
Application report detailing testing per ISO 6603-2
Application report describing impact testing of compososite decking materials.
Changes to ASTM Standards in 2007 E18 Rockwell and E10 Brinell
Accreditation 2007 10 CFR Part 21 is the US Code of Federal Regulations for the Nuclear Industry.
Flyer describing the 3300 EXTEND Upgrade series for 4200 or 4400 Testing Systems. EXTEND upgrades allow you to keep your existing load frame and accessories, while replacing the older electronics with a new digital controller and choice of advanced testing software or a TouchPanel.
PACKAGING MATERIALS AND SYSTEMS FOR MEDICAL DEVICES WHICH ARE TO BE STERILIZED – PART 5: HEAT AND SELF SEALABLE POUCHES AND REELS OF PAPER AND PLASTIC FILM CONSTRUCTION – REQUIREMENTS AND TEST METHODS
CONDUIT SYSTEMS FOR CABLE MANAGEMENT – PART 2-4: REQUIREMENTS FOR CONDUIT SYSTEMS BURIED UNDERGROUND
MEDICAL GLOVES FOR SINGLE USE – PART 2: REQUIREMENTS AND TESTING FOR PHYSICAL PROPERTIES (INCLUDING TECHNICAL CORRIGENDUM 1996)
SELF ADHESIVE TAPES – DETERMINATION OF PEEL ADHESION PROPERTIES
ADHESIVES FOR PAPER AND BOARD, PACKAGING AND DISPOSABLE SANITARY PRODUCTS – TACK MEASUREMENT FOR PRESSURE-SENSITIVE ADHESIVES – DETERMINATION OF LOOP TACK
PLASTICS - DETERMINATION OF TENSILE PROPERTIES – PART 2: TEST CONDITIONS FOR MOULDING AND EXTRUSION PLASTICS
TEXTILES – TEAR PROPERTIES OF FABRICS – PART 2: DETERMINATION OF TEAR FORCE OF TROUSER-SHAPED TEST SPECIMENS (SINGLE TEAR METHOD)
TEXTILES – TENSILE PROPERTIES OF FABRICS – PART 2: DETERMINATION OF MAXIMUM FORCE USING THE GRAB METHOD
TEXTILES – TENSILE PROPERTIES OF FABRICS – PART 1: DETERMINATION OF MAXIMUM FORCE AND ELONGATION AT MAXIMUM FORCE USING THE STRIP METHOD
TISSUE PAPER AND TISSUE PRODUCTS – PART 4: DETERMINATION OF TENSILE STRENGTH, STRETCH AT BREAK AND TENSILE ENERGY ABSORPTION
PACKAGING – SACKS MADE FROM THERMOPLASTIC FLEXIBLE FILM – TEAR PROPAGATION ON EDGE FOLDS
ADHESIVES – T-PEEL TEST FOR FLEXIBLE-TO-FLEXIBLE BONDED ASSEMBLIES
FINAT TEST METHOD NO. 22 INK ADHESION - ADVANCED
FINAT TEST METHOD NO. 9 ‘LOOP’ TACK MEASUREMENT
FINAT TEST METHOD NO. 3 LOW SPEED RELEASE FORCE
FINAT TEST METHOD NO.2 PEEL ADHESION (90º) AT 300mm PER MINUTE
FINAT TEST METHOD NO. 18 DYNAMIC SHEAR
FINAT TEST METHOD NO. 11 QUALITY OF SILICONE COATED SUBSTRATES FOR SELF-ADHESIVE LAMINATES: SUBSEQUENT ADHESION
FINAT TEST METHOD NO.1 PEEL ADHESION (180º) AT 300mm PER MINUTE
FINAT TEST METHOD NO.1 PEEL ADHESION (180º) AT 300mm PER MINUTE
TOUCH AND CLOSE FASTENERS – DETERMINATION OF PEEL STRENGTH
ADHESIVES – DETERMINATION OF TENSILE LAP-SHEAR STRENGTH OF RIGID-TO-RIGID BONDED ASSEMBLIES
TEXTILES – TEAR PROPERTIES OF FABRICS – PART 4: DETERMINATION OF TEAR FORCE OF TONGUE-SHAPED TEST SPECIMENS (DOUBLE TEAR TEST)
TEXTILES – TEST METHODS FOR NONWOVENS – PART 4: DETERMINATION OF TEAR RESISTANCE
TEXTILES – TEST METHODS FOR NONWOVENS – PART 3: DETERMINATION OF TENSILE STRENGTH AND ELONGATION
PLASTICS – FILM AND SHEETING – DETERMINATION OF THE COEFFICEINTS OF FRICTION
FLEXIBLE CELLULAR POLYMERIC MATERIALS – DETERMINATION OF TEAR STRENGTH
RUBBER- OR PLASTICS-COATED FABRICS – DETERMINATION OF TEAR RESISTANCE – PART 1: CONSTANT RATE OF TEAR METHODS
ADHESIVES – DETERMINATION OF TENSILE LAP-SHEAR STRENGTH OF RIGID-TO-RIGID BONDED ASSEMBLIES
TEXTILES – YARNS FROM PACKAGES – DETERMINATION OF SINGLE-END BREAKING FORCE AND ELONGATION AT BREAK
RIGID CELLULAR PLASTICS – DETERMINATION OF TENSILE PROPERTIES
FLEXIBLE CELLULAR POLYMERIC MATERIALS – DETERMINATION OF TENSILE STRENGTH AND ELONGATION AT BREAK
RUBBER OR PLASTIC COATED FABRICS – DETERMINATION OF TENSILE STRENGTH AND ELONGATION AT BREAK
RIGID CELLULAR PLASTICS – DETERMINATION OF COMPRESSION PROPERTIES
RUBBER, VULCANIZED OR THERMOPLASTIC – DETERMINATION OF ADHESION TO A RIGID SUBSTRATE – 90º PEEL METHOD
PLASTICS – DETERMINATION OF COMPRESSIVE PROPERTIES
PLASTICS – DETERMINATION OF TENSILE PROPERTIES – PART 3: TEST CONDITIONS FOR FILMS AND SHEETS
PLASTICS – DETERMINATION OF FLEXURAL PROPERTIES
RUBBER, VULCANIZED OR THERMOPLASTIC – DETERMINATION OF TENSILE STRESS - STRAIN PROPERTIES
RUBBER, VULCANIZED OR THERMOPLASTIC – DETERMINATION OF ADHESION TO TEXTILE FABRIC
RUBBER, VULCANIZED OR THERMOPLASTIC – DETERMINATION OF TEAR STRENGTH – PART 1: TROUSER, ANGLE AND CRESCENT TEST PIECES
RUBBER- OR PLASTICS-COATED FABRICS – DETERMINATION OF COATING ADHESION
PLASTICS – FILM AND SHEETING – DETERMINATION OF TEAR RESISTANCE – PART 1: TROUSER TEAR METHOD
PAPER AND BOARD – DETERMINATION OF TENSILE PROPERTIES – PART 2: CONSTANT RATE OF ELONGATION METHOD
Fatigue tester capable of rotating each specimen through an average of 9,999 complete stress cycles per minute.
This issue includes an article on California Department of Transportation and its East Span Seismic Safety Project, as well as a technical tip on Shore Scales. The Q&A is on how to make certain your extensometer is ready to use.
The 3300 tabletop models have been developed to address the requirements of standardized and routine testing. These models provide the user with Instron quality at the most affordable price. Load capacity from 5 kN to 50 kN with a maximum speed of 1000 mm/min (3365 model). These systems conform to all relevant European standards and carry a CE mark
The 3300 floor models have been developed to address the requirements of standardized and routine testing. These models provide the user with Instron quality at the most affordable price. Load capacity from 100 kN to 250 kN with a maximum speed of 500 mm/min. These systems conform to all relevant European standards and carry a CE mark.
The 3300 single column models have been developed to address the requirements of standardized and routine testing. These models provide the user with Instron quality at the most affordable price. Load capacity from 0.5 kN to 5 kN with a maximum speed of 1000 mm/min. These systems conform to all relevant European standards and carry a CE mark.
This application study tests an aramid cord using Instron®’s standard pneumtaic cord and yarn grips and compares the results to those obtained with Instron’s unique pneumatic aramid cord and yard grips to determine which is more accurate and suitable.
This issue includes an article on Magnaflux Quasar, as well as information on Correction Compliance techniques. The Q&A is on getting better r-values when using a clip-on extensometer.
Instron and Huxley Bertram Engineering have partnered to redevelop a key piece of equipment in the pharmaceutical development laboratory.
2820-061 Internal Bond Fixture for Wood
The 5500 Series material testing systems represent a range of high performance load frames, high band width DSP (Digital Signal Processing)based electronics, and Bluehill 2 modular applications software.
These are just some of the 100+ new features of Instron® Bluehill for Series IX users
These are just some of the 100+ new features of Instron® Bluehill for Merlin users
Technical article that explains the differences between a closed-loop hardness tester and a deadweight hardness tester; and provides a clear explanation of the advantages that closed-loop hardness testers hold over deadweight systems.
The Rockwell 500 series, in digital or analog models for regular, superficial and twin scale testing are efficient, easy-to-use, precise and conform to ASTM E-18 and ISO 6508.
King portable Brinell hardness tester with 14 in. vertical capacity frame and 4 in. horizontal capacity. Test head and gage calibrated for test loads from 0-3000 kg. included.
Instron's non-contacting video extensometers' technology received US and European patents.
Wilson Instruments offers a line of semi- and fully-automatic systems for Knoop, Vickers and Rockwell hardness testing.
A letter to the customer: Instron's global calibration labs with accreditation to ISO 17025
This issue includes an article on National Geographic, as well as information on grip attachment techniques. The Q&A is on the difference between Knoop and Vickers tests.
This white paper is a comparative analysis detailing the advantages of load cells over pressure transducers.
The model 3345 plastic package is a complete, out-of-the-box mechanical testing instrument for tension and flex testing of plastic materials.
An affordable solution for stretching your testing budget.
The partnership introduces a new testing system designed to measure and record radial stiffness and hoop strength of interventional medical devices.
This issue includes an article on CO2 storage, as well as information on balancing your load cell. The Q&A is on the different styles of extensometers.
High-temperature pneumatic action grips which provide a convenient method for clamping delicate films, polymers and woven fabric within a temperature controlled environment.
This issue includes an article on testing the Titanic's rivets, as well as the benefits of the Preload feature in Bluehill. The Q&A is on entering dimensions for each specimen.
This issue includes an article on recycling plastics, as well as selecting jaw faces based on the hardness of your specimen. The Q&A is on the difference between load and stress.
This issue includes an article on lab-grown tissues, as well as information on how damaged tups can change your test results. The Q&A is on performing cyclic tests on a static testing machine.
SATEC Partner software is developed using professional standards described in this document. Software verification letter.
Instron continues its partnership with McLaren Technology Centre by providing the Formula One team with state of the art vehicle testing equipment.
Brochure outlines many of the testing challenges facing the metals industry and illustrates how they are successfully addressed using Instron®’s testing equipment solutions.
Questions to ask when you need a calibration provider
Honda and Instron announce team supplier agreement.
Impact testing of automotive components to establish energy absorption characteristics.
Instron's ElectroPuls testing systems are ideal for a wide range of biomedical testing requirements.
Instron's new Hand-Operated Marker is designed for use with non-contacting video extensometers.
Instron enhances its 5800 Series with faster setup times and unmatched reliability in the industry.
The 2810-400 flexure fixture allows a variety of flexural tests to be performed, including determination of flexural modulus,flexural strength and flexural yield strength. Easy-to-install, the three-point fixture can be modified with an optional conversion kit to provide a four-point bending conversion
Instron's new SF1390 Series spring testing systems are ideal for spring manufacturers and end-users.
Instron's newest version of Bluehill Software is compatible with all 3300 Series systems.
Testing of Adhesives per ISO 11343 on Dynatup Impact System
The Instron® model XL (long travel) extensometer is a precise device for measuring strain in highly extensible materials such as elastomers, semi-rigid plastics and films.
The ElectroPuls E3000 test instrument is a state-of-the-art, electrodynamic test system designed for dynamic and static testing on a wide range of materials and components. With +/- 3000N dynamic load capacity and +/- 2100 N static load capacity it includes the latest in testing technology - hassle-free tuning based on specimen stiffness, electrically operated crosshead lifts, a T-slot table for flexible test set-ups and a host of other user-orientated features. It is an all-electric system, powered from a single-phase supply, and requires no additional utilities.
Catalog Number 2810-005 Allows precise measurement of the static and kinetic coefficient of friction.
Advanced Testing Systems for Spring Applications.
This document describes using Dynatup Impact system to test eye glass lenses or according to government impact resistence speficiations.
This two-page flyer summarizes the main features of Bluehill Lite software. Bluehill Lite is a general purpose software package that is ideal for fundamental applications and standardized tensile, compression, flexure, peel, tear, friction and simple cyclic test requirements. Bluehill Lite is compatible with all Instron 3300 Series universal test systems.
Instron introduces the ETMT 8800, a multifunctional testing system designed to test metals and other conductive materials.
Instron releases its 3rd Edition Accessories Catalog. This popular 450+ page catalog details a broad range of accessories to enhance materials testing systems.
Instron offers upgrade solution packages for Instron and non-Instron hydraulic load frames.
The model 3342 start package is a state-of-the-art mechanical testing instrument that includes and all components necessary to start testing right away.
The model 3382 metals testing packages are turnkey mechanical testing systems that allow you to begin evaluating your product immediately.
The ETMT 8800 Electrothermal Mechanical Testing System is based on the Instron advanced 8800 digital controller and Microtester test frame. The system developed by Instron is with unrivalled thermomechanical capabilities, available in an affordable benchtop package.
This issue includes an article on stroke prevention testing, as well as a grip upgrade promotion. The Q&A is on variations of tensile testing speed.
The Hand-Operated Marker (HOM) allows for marks to be placed on a specimen with consistent size, color density and spacing. Inks will stretch along with the specimen, unlike traditional stick-on paper dots that may move as the material is being strained, which can introduce error.
The 3300 series of testing machines has been developed to address the requirements of standardized and routine testing. This series provides the user with Instron quality at the most affordable price.
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Webinar will cover what to do with your Impulse Data after you have collected it. Topics covered will include using the data explorer; use of data analysis options & tools; creation of user calculations and Impulse Systems Options.
Instron Limited's UKAS ISO17025 Calibration Laboratory Certificate
2820-008 Tension Grips - Perpendicular to Grain Meets ASTM D 143 10 kN(1000 kgf, 2250 lbf) force capacity Designed for 50 mm x 50 mm x 62 mm (2 in x 2 in x 2.5 in) specimens
Instron's compression-only testing system is used to test large springs on locomotives.
e-Newsletter focusing on non-ambient testing.
Catalog Number 2712-002 Rated capacity 250 N (25 kgf, 50 lbf)
Dibasic Ester cleaning solution Instron no. 2663-632. Manufactured by ITW Imtran.
Ink Type P, Specimen Marking Ink, all colors, Instron no. 2663-625 (white) 0r 2663-626 (black). Manufactured by ITW Trans Tech. Use with type VD Thinner
Thinner Type VD Instron no. 2663-630. Manufactured by ITW Trans Tech. For use with Type P Specimen Marking Inks
Instron® Extra services revolve around your long term needs - Web Support, Telephone Support, On-Site Support, Software Support, Calibration Services, Training and Consultancy and Life Cycle Management.
Catalog number 2713-001 Rated capacity 1 kN (100 kgf, 225 lbf) Ideal for testing elastomers, flexible plastics and thin films. Temperature range: -20 °C to 150 °C (-4 °F to 300 °F)
Accessory e-newsletter containing articles on food testing and Jaw face offer.
Researchers at the University of Cambridge, UK, study the biomechanics of the carotid artery.
Westmoreland Mechanical Testing and Research, Ltd purchases 10 Instron servohydraulic test frames.
Accessories e-newsletter containing articles on non-contact extensometry and plastic strain.