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.

Conveniently modular

Frame bases can be removed to accommodate column extensions and alternative mounting configurations. Most electronics are housed in a self-contained enclosure, easily accessed and replaced if needed. Integrated T-slots along the column accommodate add-ons.

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.

Seamless force sensor interface

Series FS05 smart force sensors mount directly to the crosshead of models F105, F305, F505, and F505H, without any connection cables. Ranges available from 0.12 to 500 lbF [0.5 N to 2.5 kN]. Accurate to ±0.1% of full scale.

Series R07 S-beam type force sensors accommodate higher force ranges, also compatible with Plug & Test® technology. Ranges available from 50 to 1,500 lbF [250 N to 7.5 kN]. Accurate to ±0.15% of full scale.

Easy-to-service electronics

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

IntelliMESUR^® is an advanced, integrated force measurement system. 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.

Ready. Set. Go.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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).

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.

Materials Testing
Calculations Module

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.

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

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

Coefficient of Friction (COF) Testing Module

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.