Tensile testing is an important test used to determine the best type of material for a particular application. For this test the material is molded to a standardized sample type and loaded into the machine’s grips. The sample is pulled apart by the machine until the tension causes the material to break or be deformed. Tensile testing can give important measurements such as the ultimate tensile strength (the maximum amount of strength a material can take) and the amount of elongation that occurs before breaking. Things to consider before purchasing tensile testing equipment include the type of grip which will dictate the sample shape, the speed range, the machine’s capacity, and what types of material the machine is optimized for.
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| Company | Shimadzu | Shimadzu | Shimadzu |
| Item | AGX-V Series Universal Electromechanical Test Frames | EZ-X Series Tabletop Materials Testers | UH-X/FX Series Universal Testing Machines |
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| Catalog Number | AGX-V | EZ-SX / EZ-LX / EZ-LX HS | UH-200kNX / UH-200kNXh / UH-300kNX / UH-300kNXh / UH-F300kNX / UH-600kNX / UH-600kNXh / UH-1000kNX / UH-1000kNXh / UH-F1000kNX / UH-F1000kNXh / UH-2000kNX / UH-2000kNXh / UH-F2000kNX / UH-F2000kNXh / UH-3000kNX / UH-F3000kNX / UH-4000kNX / UH-F4000kNX |
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| Description | Shimadzu’s new-generation Autograph AGX-V Series Precision Universal Testers have been designed for the most demanding applications. The AGX-V testers are newly designed for optimal operability and ease of use. Enhanced safety measures protect operators and equipment while intuitive software allows Shimadzu’s new-generation Autograph AGX-V Series Precision Universal Testers have been designed for the most demanding applications. The AGX-V testers are newly designed for optimal operability and ease of use. Enhanced safety measures protect operators and equipment while intuitive software allows for easy creation of test conditions and data management.
- Tabletop models with frame capacity up to 50 kN (11,000 lbf) and floor models with frame capacity up to 600 kN (135,000 lbf)
- Ultra high-speed (10 kHz) data sampling and crosshead control (1kHz) enable astonishingly precise stress and strain control.
- Modular control unit allows expansion of data acquisition inputs (20 max), sensor outputs (20 max) and digital control outputs.
- Intelligent crosshead enhances operability and adds additional safety precautions to protect hardware and users.
- Multi-joint eliminates the need to exchange heavy components when converting from tension to compression.
- Select from additional options including column extensions up to 750 mm (30 in) and wider frames with up to 1375 mm (54 in) effective test widths
Intuitive Trapezium software simplifies operation, enables effortless creation of methods following ASTM, ISO, and JIS standards, offers one-click selection of a wide range of pre-programmed parameters, and features an innovative web-based re-analysis function.... Read More | Shimadzu’s EZ Test EZ-X Series compact tabletop testers provide the world’s highest levels of test force measurement precision, guaranteed range, control precision and test speed. Consisting of three different testers – compact model, long-stroke model, and a high-speed, long-stroke model with a 3,Shimadzu’s EZ Test EZ-X Series compact tabletop testers provide the world’s highest levels of test force measurement precision, guaranteed range, control precision and test speed. Consisting of three different testers – compact model, long-stroke model, and a high-speed, long-stroke model with a 3,000 mm/min return speed – they can be configured into 29 different systems to meet the small-capacity testing requirements of several industries.
Features - Guaranteed accuracy of ± 0.5% accuracy with a wide guaranteed range from 1/500 to 1/1 of load capacity; enables higher precision tests over a wider range
- High-speed data sampling of 1,000 data/second, which enables peak data to be detected more accurately in tests
- Compact, open-access design for easier exchange of jigs and samples
- Large selection of specialized jigs
TRAPEZIUM X software provides for a sophisticated operating environment. With such features as visual wizards, one-touch method selection, fast data searchers, simultaneous display of up to four graphs, and reporting flexibility, it enables high-efficiency testing for research and development applications with complex control and data analysis requirements.... Read More | Shimadzu’s user-friendly UH-X/FX Series are hydraulic universal testing machines designed for high-precision testing control. With their environmentally friendly design, the UH-X and UH-FX testers can significantly reduce energy expenditures in testing laboratories.
The UH-X/FX Series improves Shimadzu’s user-friendly UH-X/FX Series are hydraulic universal testing machines designed for high-precision testing control. With their environmentally friendly design, the UH-X and UH-FX testers can significantly reduce energy expenditures in testing laboratories.
The UH-X/FX Series improves upon the control performance and ease of operation of universal testers. The semi-auto-tuning function allows high-precision stress control and strain control, and it complies with ISO 6892-2009 and JIS Z2241 metallic tensile testing standards. Control parameters are auto-tuned in real time, based on test force and strain values during testing. This eliminates the need for preliminary testing, making it easy for users to perform precise stress-controlled or strain-controlled testing
Features - Ultra-high-speed sampling function – ensures no sudden variations in strength are missed
- Range-less data measurement
- Extra-large color LCD touch-screen – significantly improves ease-of-operation and visibility
- Graphical user interface – allows even first-time operators to easily perform a wide variety of functions with a touch of the screen; also displays S-S curves in real time during testing
- Crosshead elevating switch box provides fingertip control (optional)
- USB memory ready
The hybrid hydraulic unit powering the UH-X/FX Series combines an AC servo motor with a hydraulic pump. The environmentally friendly pump only operates when necessary, reducing power consumption by up to 82 percent. The testers require up to 50 percent less hydraulic oil to run, significantly lowering fuel costs for laboratories. Additionally, the sound level of the UH-FX has been reduced by more than 10 dB to 65 dB for a more comfortable laboratory working environment.... Read More |
| Capacity | Inquire | 500 N to 2 kN (Depending on model) | up to 4000 kN (depending on model) |
| Speed Range | Inquire | 0.001 to 2000 mm/min | 0.1 to 100 mm/min (depending on model) |
| Applications | Inquire | Inquire | Tensile, Compression, Bending, Holding Steps, Cleavage |
| Sampling Speed | Inquire | 1 ms MAX | up to 1 msec |
| Cross Head Travel | Inquire | Single test control (single-direction tension or compression test), cycle test control (repetitive tension or compression test) | Inquire |
| Columns | Inquire | Inquire | Inquire |
| Test Force Measurement | Inquire | +/-0.5 % of indicated value (High-Precision Type), +/-1 % of indicated value (Standard-Precision Type (Note 2) | Inquire |
| Measurement Method | Inquire | High-precision constant-speed strain measurement using backlash-free ball screw drive | Cylinder Internal Pressure Measurement with High-precision Pressure Cell |
| Max. Return Speed | Inquire | 1500 mm/min, 3000 mm/min | Inquire |
| Effective Test Width | Inquire | Inquire | 500 to 800 mm (depending on model and test) |
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