Instron
While researching replacement materials for parachutes, two scientists discovered that no testing machine was accurate enough to meet their demands. They founded Instron in 1946, and we pioneered universal testing machines featuring strain-gauge load cells. Today, Instron remains committed to delivering the highest quality, leading-edge technologies and services designed to push the boundaries of research, quality control and service-life testing. Our systems evaluate the mechanical properties of materials and structures using tensile, compression, flexural, fatigue, impact, dynamic, torsional and multi-axial loading. Through a global infrastructure, we offer a broad range of local service capabilities, including calibration, verification, training, technical support and assistance with laboratory management.
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HDT VICAT Testers
The Instron HV Series of HDT Vicat testing machines bring you an enhanced user experience and outstanding productivity. Our HDT and Vicat testers with Bluehill® HV Software make materials testing SIMPLER, SMARTER, SAFER.
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Curved Needle Test Systems
The Instron® Curved Needle Testing System is built on the 5900 system platform and is ideally suited for needles used in abdominal, fistula, vascular, intestinal, or other surgical procedures. This system provides two different needle testing solutions: one for curved needle puncture testing and one for bend testing. The curved needle puncture testing fixture is used to evaluate needle sharpness and insertion force, while the needle bend testing fixture is used to evaluate flexural properties of the needle during use. With its tabletop design, the Curved Needle Testing System has a small footprint and takes up minimal bench-top space. The testing system operates with Instron Bluehill® Universal software that provides test control, data acquisition, test results, and reports, as well as a large library of calculations.
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Multi-Station Test Frame
6800
The 6800 Series Multi-Station System offers enhanced throughput with its ability to perform simultaneous, independent tests on up to five (5) separate specimens using a single load frame. Based on our standard 68TM-30 testing frame (30 kN capacity)*, this system is especially suitable when test times are lengthened due to high elongation or slow test speeds.
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Structural Durability Solutions
Instron offers a variety of testing systems and rigs for static, quasi-static and dynamic loading of structures and components. This includes Component Test Systems, Shaking Tables, Road Simulators, Axle Test Systems, Full Vehicle Test Systems, Wheel Test Systems, Shock Absorber Test Systems, Elastomer Test System and Dynamic Torsion Test Systems.
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Universal Testing Systems up to 600 kN (135,000 lbf) Force Capacity
5980 Series
5980 Floor Model Testing Systems are universal, static testing systems that perform tensile and compression testing; and also perform shear, flexure, peel, tear, cyclic, and bend tests. The 5900 Series are engineered for precision, built for durability, and offer the flexibility for changing requirements. They are designed with standard and optional features that increase testing efficiency and improve the testing experience for the operator. 5980 floor models are robust, heavy-duty frames commonly used for testing high-strength metals and alloys, advanced composites, aerospace and automotive structures, bolts, fasteners, and plate steels. Frames are available in load capacities of 100, 150, 250, 400 and 600 kN; and several variations are available to accommodate requirements for both extended travel and extra wide test space.
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Torsion Testing Systems
MT
The MT Series torsion testing systems are available in six standard models with force capacities ranging up to 5,650 N-m (50,000 lbf-in) and are used for torsion testing and component in-service simulation. The compact design requires minimal lab space and offers superior frame stiffness and alignment. Packaged with Instron high-performance control electronics, the MT Series provides highly accurate test data and control for testing wire, fasteners, metal components, switches, and springs used in the biomedical, automotive, aerospace, and construction industries.
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RS LabSite® modulogic
RS LabSite® modulogic is a comprehensive and adaptable software suite conceived for introducing service loads into individual components or complete vehicles, or performing calculations within the framework of Virtual Prototyping (standardized loadsequences, virtual generation of load data). This enables you to stay in full control of all tasks that follow the acquisition of measurement data in the proving ground.
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Structural Durability Products
Instron offers a wide range of Durability Testing Products such as Controller and Software modules, Hydropuls actuators (linear & rotary), Servo valves, Sensors, Power Packs & Accessories and Test frames & fixtures.
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(25kN) Fatigue Testing Systems
8872
The 8872 fatigue testing system is ideal for fatigue and static testing of biomedical, advanced materials, and manufactured components. The servohydraulic actuator is conveniently located in the crosshead for easy table mounting. The T-slot base makes it easy to secure orthopaedic specimens, automotive components, and manufacturing assemblies. The adjustable crosshead, actuator-mounted load cell, and corrosion resistant T-slot base with unique drain channel are essential for testing biomedical specimens immersed in a saline bath.
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Automated Testing Systems
Automated Testing Systems enable a new dimension of testing productivity. These systems were designed as a solution to these common testing challenges:*Safety*Throughput*Repetitive Tasks/Better Use of Skilled Operators*Variability of Results
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Automatic Contacting Extensometry
AUTOX750
Automatic contacting extensometers provide this capability by eliminating manual operator steps which can add time and introduce operator influence.
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Capillary Rheometers
Plastics are amazing materials with the unique ability to flow when heated to relatively low temperatures. They can be formed into a wide variety of shapes and tailored for many different applications. However, their flow properties during this process are complex and affected by many parameters. Instron® provides comprehensive and effective testing solutions in plastics applications and industries through the CEAST SmartRHEO Series. This capillary rheometer simulates the process conditions, measuring the plastic materials flow behavior that characterizes the rheology of materials.
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ElectroPuls
With more than ten years of running tests over billions of cycles, ElectroPuls systems are the established materials testing instruments using patented linear motor technology. Offering slow-speed static and high-frequency fatigue testing, this versatile testing capability means ElectroPuls systems are ideal for any lab or office space. Choose from axial only or combined axial-torsion systems that can deliver up to 10kN and 100Nm. Available in 3 sizes, simply pick the one that's right for you. ElectroPuls, a simpler, smarter, safer way to meet your testing needs.
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(250 kN) Fatigue Testing System
8802
The Instron 8802 is a high stiffness, 250kN fatigue rated servohydraulic testing system that meets the challenging demands of both static and dynamic testing requirments. The 8802 systems include a range of configurations available to provide complete testing solutions to satisfy the needs of advanced materials and component testing. The design of the 8802 frame makes it ideal for installation within a laboratory environment, generally without the need for strangethened floors or raised ceiling heights.
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Static Load Cells
2530 Series
2530 Series load cells with capacities of 5 N to 100 N are for use with 3300 and 5900 testing systems. 2530 Series Load cells with capacities of 500 N to 100 kN are for use with 3300 testing systems. The design, manufacture, and performance verification is conducted with materials testing applications in mind. Automatic transducer recognition and electrical calibration makes them easy to use. The load cells incorporate overload protection and can withstand loads up to 150% of their force capacity without damage and 300% without mechanical failure. The load cells allow the user to zero out the tare weight of a grip or fixture that weighs up to 10% or 40% of the force capacity, depending on the model, while still maintaining the full specified accuracy.
