F755 / F755S / F1505 / F1505S

Advanced Test Frames

This family of force testers is designed for tension and compression force testing applications, with force capacities up to 1,500 lbF (6.7 kN). Select from a broad range of force sensor capacities and an expansive array of grips and fixtures.

Set up tests, record data, and analyze data via IntelliMESUR® software. From basic tests to multi-step sequencing, IntelliMESUR® is fully integrated with Series F systems. Select from a pre-configured tablet control panel or standalone software for your own Windows device.

Characterize and analyze material behavior with the optional Materials Testing Calculations Module , featuring a suite of common calculations such as tensile strength, Young’s modulus, yield point, and more.

Coefficient of Friction (COF) Measurement is also available through an optional module.

Features

Rigid and precise by design

Exceptionally rigid frames feature custom extrusion designs, engineered for stiffness. Factory compensation of test frames and force sensors ensure position accuracy of ±0.002 in / 0.05 mm under any load, at any position.

Stepper motors and controllers drive a ballscrew and linear guideway for smooth, quiet operation, with virtually no speed variation under load.


External limit switches

Solid-state upper and lower limit switches may be used as test limits or as test exceptions. Dual-graduated rulers aid in switch placement.


Easy-to-service electronics

Most electronics are housed in an integrated module, easily replaced without special tools or processes.

IntelliMESUR®

IntelliMESUR logo

IntelliMESUR® software is an integrated solution running on Windows tablets and PCs. Select a pre-loaded 10.1” tablet with mounting bracket or use your own Windows device. With IntelliMESUR®, you can create and run a wide range of basic and multi-step tests, including:

  • Limit testing to a load, break, or distance
  • Height measurement
  • Load holding
  • Cycle testing
  • Multi-step testing, utilizing any combination of the above functions
  • Materials testing, including stress, strain, Young's modulus, yield point, and other common calculations via the optional Materials Testing Calculations module.

Run individual runs or batches, and view data in graphical format or results tables. Save or export data as needed, or generate a report.

For best performance with the Load Holding function, use a force sensor with a capacity as close as possible to the target load.

IntelliMESUR force and torque software

Ready. Set. Go.

From IntelliMESUR®’s home screen, quickly access up to 10 favorite tests. Associate an image with each favorite for easy identification.


What's your point of view?

Run a test via the Graph or Results views, and switch views as needed. Pass / Fail indicator easily identifies problematic samples. Individual runs may be invalidated if, for example, the sample slips out of the grips, or the test was interrupted.


Test setup is easy as 1-2-3

Basic tests

Select a test type, and IntelliMESUR® will guide you through the setup.

load limit icon

Load Limit

distance limit icon

Distance Limit

break limit icon

Break Limit

hold icon

Load Hold

cycle icon

Cycle

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Coefficient of Friction

1. Pre-Test Settings

  • Units of measurement
  • Batch size
  • Display preferences
  • Preload
  • Operator prompts

2. Test Settings

  • Test objective
  • Speed
  • Pass / fall limits
  • Exception limits

3. Results & Statistics Selection

  • Final load
  • Maximum load
  • Minimum load
  • Load at max. distance
  • Load at min. distance
  • Average load
  • Delta load
  • Maximum distance
  • Final distance
  • Minimum distance
  • Height
  • Distance at max. load
  • Distance at min. load
  • Distance at break
  • Delta distance
  • Area under the curve

Multi-step tests

Building upon basic test wizards, easily incorporate any combination of steps, with the ability to loop a sequence of steps. Select from:

  • Move to load
  • Move to distance
  • Move to break
  • Hold a load or position
  • Loop / cycle
  • Datum
  • Prompts
  • Save current load or position
  • Zero load or position
  • Return to Home position
  • Coefficient of friction testing - optional

Operator prompting

Prompts can appear at the beginning of each test, batch, or run.

Ask prompts ask the operator for information which is saved in the results table - for example, a lot number. Type the response or use a barcode scanner.

Tell prompts provide instructions to the operator, and can include an image.

operator prompting

Take your measurements to new heights

Use Height Mode to determine height at a specific load, commonly used in spring testing. A datum may be set to define the reference point.

spring sample application

Deflection compensation

Series F test frames and force sensors are deflection-compensated at the factory, resulting in system distance measurement accuracy of ±0.002 in / 0.05 mm at any load and at any position along the frame. To further compensate grips and attachments, use IntelliMESUR®’s deflection compensation utility. The deflection offset file can be associated with the test setup file.

deflection compensation icon

Robust data acquisition and management

Blazingly fast

Force sensor sampling rate of 20,000 Hz yields accurate peak measurements even in quick-duration events. IntelliMESUR® collects load and travel data at up to 1,000 Hz, and allows up to 1 million data points per run.

Customizable reporting

Print or create a PDF report, including results, statistics, graph, system and user information, and comments. Personalize the report with your company logo and an additional image.

Create report templates to save with future reports.

Save or export data

Automatically or manually save individual runs and results to a USB drive or file location of your choice. File names are automatically generated with the test name and time stamp, for quick searchability.

Results sets and data from individual runs may also be exported as .csv files.

export data as csv

Intelligent manual control

Manually control the test frame to obtain quick force and distance results, or manually position the crosshead prior to a test. Select from several actuation methods, including momentary (button-hold), maintained (button release) motion, jog mode with three distance presets, and FollowMe® force-based positioning.

Push and pull on the force sensor to move the crosshead. Apply greater force to achieve faster motion. FollowMe® is responsive enough for quick positioning as well as fine adjustments.

The Height / Length Offset utility in Manual Control defines a reference point to accommodate applications in which grips cannot directly touch one another.

height length offset

Calibrate force sensors on the test frame or off-site

Calibrate Series FS05 and R07 force sensors in one of two ways:

Test frame

IntelliMESUR® provides an integrated utility, with an intuitive step-by-step wizard. Manual controls allow the technician to use the test frame to apply tension and compression forces.

Off-site

Conveniently remove the force sensors for off-site calibration with a Mark-10 Model M7I or M5I indicator (requires optional AC1083 adapter).

FS05 connected

Secure user access

Control user access with three permissions levels:

  • Administrators have full access.
  • Supervisors can create a test, run reports, calibrate force sensors, and change settings.
  • Operators may recall and run a test, but cannot create a test or perform more advanced functions.
secure user access

System Requirements

  • Windows 10 or later operating system
  • Minimum 4GB RAM
  • Minimum monitor resolution of 1310 x 885
  • Minimum of two USB ports (one for a license dongle, one for a cable to the test frame)
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Optional Functions

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Materials Testing
Calculations Module

IMF002

Characterize and analyze the behavior of materials, components, and assemblies with a suite of materials testing calculations, including:

  • Stress and strain
  • Tensile strength
  • Shear strength
  • Young’s modulus (auto-calculate or manually draw)
  • Yield point
  • Offset yield (user-specified percentage)
  • Rupture
  • Percent elongation
  • Flexural modulus
  • Force per unit width
  • Wide variety of results based on the above calculations, such as stress at maximum strain, strain at rupture, etc.

IntelliMESUR® formats calculations into a Results table, with corresponding statistics for multiple runs. View a stress-strain curve with annotated calculations. Display up to 10 runs simultaneously for visual comparison.

Note: Calculations are not available for multi-step tests.

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The materials testing graph view displays Young's modulus, yield strength, offset yield strength, ultimate strength, and rupture.


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Coefficient of Friction (COF) Testing Module

IMF001

Measure static and dynamic COF for a wide range of materials, per ASTM D1894 and other relevant standards. Specify the sled weight and configure data collection start and stop triggers. This module can be ordered upfront or enabled in the field via activation code.

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Optional Equipment

Certificate of Calibration, Distance and Speed (CERT-DS)

NIST-traceable certificate of calibration includes 10 data points for distance and speed.

Series R07 force sensors

Series MR07 force sensors measure tension and compression forces, and are designed for Series F test frames. Capacities from 50 to 1,500 lbF (250 N to 7.5 kN).

Series FS05 force sensors

Requires an AC1083 adapter for use with F755, F755S, F1505, and F1505S Advanced Test Frames.

Measure tension and compression forces. Capacities from 0.12 to 500 lbF [0.5 to 2,500 N].

Shield (AC1092-1, AC1092-2)

Provides pinch and sample debris protection for the operator. Includes an electrical interlock, preventing test stand operation while the door is open.

USB hub (AC1093)

Test frame-mounted 4-port USB hub improves cable management and conveniently accommodates peripherals, such as a flash drive, barcode scanner, etc. Compatible with all Series F test frames.

eye end adapters photo Eye end adapters
Allow for quick grip installation and removal, and prevent grip rotation.
Mount to common test frames, load cells, and force gauges.
Third-party sensor adapter (PTAF)

Adapt a third-party party force sensor to Series F frames and Models M5I and M7I indicators.

Specifications

F755 F755S F1505 F1505S
Load capacity1: 750 lbF
[3.4 kN]
1,500 lbF
[6.7 kN]
Maximum travel: 32 in
[813 mm]
14.2 in
[360 mm]
32 in
[813 mm]
14.2 in
[360 mm]
Speed range: 0.001 - 60 in/min
[0.02 - 1,525 mm/min]
0.001 - 70 in/min
[0.02 - 1,800 mm/min]
Load accuracy
(% of full scale)
  • Test frame + force sensor, calibrated together: ±0.1%
  • Test frame alone: ±0.1%
  • Force sensor alone: Series FS05: ±0.1% | Series R06: ±0.15% | Series R07: ±0.15%
Speed setting accuracy: ±0.2%
Peak sampling rate: 20,000 Hz
Data acquisition rate: 1,000 Hz
Speed accuracy: ±0%, stepper motor driven
Distance accuracy: ±0.002 in [0.05 mm], at any load or position, factory-compensated
Distance resolution: 0.0005 in [0.01 mm]
Limit switch repeatability: ±0.001 in
[0.03 mm]
Overload protection: Motor stops at 120% of full scale of the force sensor
Power: Universal input 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 300W Universal input 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 450W
Fuse type: 4A, 3AG, SLO BLO
Weight (test frame only): 184 lb
[83 kg]
149 lb
[68 kg]
197 lb
[89 kg]
157 lb
[71 kg]
Shipping weight: 235 lb
[107 kg]
195 lb
[88 kg]
247 lb
[112 kg]
205 lb
[93 kg]
Environmental conditions:
  • Indoor use only
  • Up to 6,500 ft [2,000 m] above sea level
  • Temperature range: 40 - 95°F [5 - 35°C]
  • Humidity range: up to 80% relative humidity at 31°C, decreasing linearly to 50% relative humidity at 40°C, non-condensing
  • Mains supply voltage fluctuations up to ±10% of the nominal voltage
  • Transient overvoltages up to the levels of Overvoltage Category II
  • Use in environments up to Pollution Degree 2
Warranty: 3 years [see individual statement for further details]
Conformance: CE, UKCA

1. Load capacity is reduced at higher speeds, as follows:
- F755 / F755S: limited to 500 lbF [2.3 kN] above 35 in [900 mm]/min
- F1505 / F1505S: limited to 1,000 lbF [4.5 kN] above 60 in [1,525 mm]/min

2. May be extended via single- or double-column extensions.

Model No. HS Code ECCN Country of Origin
F755-IMT, -IM
F755S-IMT, -IM
F1505-IMT, -IM
F1505S-IMT, -IM
AC1093-1,-2
AC1093
9024900000 EAR99 USA
CERT-DS 9024800000

Dimensions

F755 F1505 dimensional drawing

IN [MM]

Model A B
F755 50.85 [1291.6] 8.13 - 40.13 [206.4 - 1019.2]
F755S 33.39 [848.1] 8.13 - 22.33 [206.4 - 567.1]
F1505 51.35 [1304.3] 8.13 - 40.13 [206.4 - 1019.2]
F1505S 33.89 [860.9] 8.13 - 22.33 [206.4 - 567.1]

In The Box

Series F force tester in the box -IMT

The F755-IMT, F755S-IMT, F1505-IMT, and F1505S-IMT advanced test frames are shipped as shown at left, and include the following accessories:

(1) Control panel, mounting bracket, and hardware
(1) USB cable
(1) Eye end kit for base
     Includes: (1) eye end, (1) anchor pin, (2) lock rings
(2) Spanner wrench
(1) Power cord
(1) Allen wrench set


Series F force tester in the box -IM

The F755-IM, F755S-IM, F1505-IM, and F1505S-IM advanced test frames are shipped as shown at left, and include the following accessories:

(1) USB flash drive containing software installation files
(1) USB dongle
(1) USB cable
(1) Eye end kit for base
     Includes: (1) eye end, (1) anchor pin, (2) lock rings
(2) Spanner wrench
(1) Power cord
(1) Allen wrench set

Ordering Information


Model Description US Price
Test Frame + Pre-configured Tablet Control Panel
F755-IMT Test frame with IntelliMESUR® pre-loaded tablet control panel, vertical, 750 lbF / 3.4 kN, 110V* $16,100.00
F755S-IMT Test frame with IntelliMESUR® pre-loaded tablet control panel, vertical, short, 750 lbF / 3.4 kN, 110V* $15,350.00
F1505-IMT Test frame with IntelliMESUR® pre-loaded tablet control panel, vertical, 1,500 lbF / 6.7 kN, 110V* $17,400.00
F1505S-IMT Test frame with IntelliMESUR® pre-loaded tablet control panel, vertical, short, 1,500 lbF / 6.7 kN, 110V* $16,800.00
Test Frame + Standalone Software (for customer installation on a Windows device)
F755-IM Test frame with IntelliMESUR® software, single license, vertical, 750 lbF / 3.4 kN, 110V* $14,000.00
F755S-IM Test frame with IntelliMESUR® software, single license, vertical, short, 750 lbF / 3.4 kN, 110V* $13,300.00
F1505-IM Test frame with IntelliMESUR® software, single license, vertical, 1,500 lbF / 6.7 kN, 110V* $15,350.00
F1505S-IM Test frame with IntelliMESUR® software, single license, vertical, short, 1,500 lbF / 6.7 kN, 110V* $14,700.00
Additional Items to Consider
IMF001 COF testing module for IntelliMESUR® $550.00
IMF002 Materials testing calculations module for IntelliMESUR® $3,000.00
AC1092-1 Shield, 51.9" height $3,810.00
AC1092-2 Shield, 34.4" height $2,810.00
AC1093 USB hub $295.00
CERT-DS NIST-traceable certificate of calibration, distance and speed $395.00

* All test frame models contain a universal power supply (80 - 240V) and power cord with US prong style. Add suffix ‘E’ for European prong, ‘U’ for UK prong, or ‘A’ for Australian prong. Ex: F505-IMTE. Tablets are supplied with a universal power supply, however, are only available with a US prong. A prong adapter is included when one of the above-mentioned suffixes is specified.