Company: Shimadzu
Universal testing machines UH-X/FX
UH-X/FX are four-column universal testing machines from Shimadzu with hydraulic force generation.
The hydraulic universal testing machines are characterised by simple operation, high-precision control of the test and an environmentally friendly and energy-saving design. They are often used in quality assurance and production laboratories for tensile or compression tests in the force range from 200kN to 2,000kN.
Whether static tensile tests, compression tests or bending tests, everything is and can be easily implemented directly on the touch panel or with the optional Trapezium X operating software on the PC. In addition to classic static tests such as tensile tests according to DIN EN ISO 6892 or ISO 527, compression tests according to ISO ISO 604 or ASTM D 695 or bending tests according to ISO 178 or ASTM D 790, cyclic or freely definable test sequences are also possible.
Models of the UH-X universal testing machines
- UH-X and UH-FX differ in their clamping options. UH-X is equipped with manual and UH-FX with hydraulic wedge clamping devices.
- UH-X, 400V, with or without analogue display, class 1 or 0.5. Models with the following nominal loads:
200kN, 300kN, 500kN, 600kN, 1000kN, 2000kN - UH-FX, 400V, with or without analogue display, class 1 or 0.5. Models with the following nominal loads:
300kN, 500kN, 600kN, 1000kN, 2000kN - Extension options
Design
The UH-X and UH-FX universal testing machines utilise a principle that we are familiar with from the old Amsler testing machines. The position of the upper traverse is positioned in stages on two columns. The lower traverse is then finely positioned by motor on two spindle columns. The sample is then clamped and an extensometer is attached if required.
Properties
The entire assembly consists of the testing machine, leak oil pump, control panel (controller and operating PC) and a hydraulic pump.
The base of the universal testing machine consists of a steel table under which a static hydraulic cylinder is used to generate the test force.
Controller
The UH-X/FX controller is installed in a standing desk and can be supplemented with a large, analogue force display.
- Data acquisition with 1 kHz
An LCD control panel is available for autonomous operation without a PC and software. In addition to the most important operating elements, it offers a live view of the current measurement signals and the measurement curve.
Force measurement
The force is measured via an oil pressure sensor in the machine base.
- Load cells with nominal loads of 10N, 20N, 50N, 100N up to the nominal capacity of the testing machine.
- Accuracy classes 0.3, 0.5 and 1
- Measuring range: from 1/2000, 1/1000 or 1/500 of the nominal capacity up to the full nominal capacity of the loadcell.
Measurement of displacement and strain
The movement of the crosshead is measured with high precision in terms of displacement, position and speed. The high rigidity of the frame plays a decisive role, especially when measuring without an extensometer.
For precise strain measurements, Shimadzu offers a wide range of strain transducers of different technologies. Strain transducers from specialised manufacturers can also be seamlessly integrated.
Accurate strain measurement is of utmost importance not only for the determination of E-modulus, yield and yield strength, but also for precise crosshead movement in strain-controlled tests.
Safety
Ensuring safety during testing is a top priority for Shimadzu. It begins with the identification of sources of danger and the careful selection of appropriate protective measures.
If flying debris is to be expected during the tests, protective shielding must be used. When clamping the sample, there is a risk of trapping hands and fingers. If a test does not go as it should, then it must be possible to stop the machine as quickly as possible.
To mitigate these risks, the AGX-V is equipped, for example, with safety devices and mechanisms that protect against flying parts, stop based on unusual forces and have emergency stop buttons where you need them, regardless of whether the operator is right- or left-handed.
Another danger is the possibility of the gripping heads colliding with each other during the test. To prevent this, Shimadzu offers electromechanical and digital end stops that limit the movement of the chuck heads within safe limits.
- Emergency stop for left- and right-handers
- Resistance detection function
- Mechanical end stops
- Protective doors / panes
- Software limits
Software TrapeziumX-V
TrapeziumX is a versatile and user-friendly software. It offers a range of modules for different types of tests, including “single”, “cycle” and “control”. The “single” module serves as a basic module for tensile, compression, bending and peel tests.
- “Single“: For testing in one direction of movement but with four individually parameterisable segments
- “Cycle“: For cyclic tests with definable ramps or hold times and up to 1000 repetitions.
- “Control“: For individual charging, holding and discharging sequences, as well as loop possibilities with up to 1000 repetitions.
Accessories
Due to the large variety of specimen shapes and test configurations, we offer a wide range of grips, pressure devices and other fixtures. The samples may also require special environmental conditions during a test. We supply the appropriate ovens and climate chambers from a pool of standard products or according to customer specifications.
- Sample punching equipment
- Extensometers, transducers, displacement transducers
- Clamping devices, fixtures, pressure plates and cages
- Ovens, thermostatic chambers
Standards
Downloads and links :
Grips and fixtures
Grip Engineering – Roller grips
Shimadzu – LabSolutions
Shimadzu – Extensometers
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