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MTS Elastomer Testing Software

Quickly design specific tests or manage libraries of standardized tests for a full spectrum of elastomer testing applications. MTS FlexTest controls and 793 software provide an easy-to-use, powerful, and scalable control platform suitable for single station, multi-station or global test labs.

  • Dynamic Characterization
  • Dynamic Mechanical Analysis (DMA)
  • Static Deflection
  • Durability
  • Quality Control
  • Materials
  • Bushings
  • Engine Mounts
  • Transmission Mounts
  • Damper Top Mounts
  • Vibration Attenuation or Control Elements
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KEY PRODUCT FEATURES

Global Standard

The industry's widest range of force and frequency capabilities for R&D or QA/QC applications of materials and components

Reliable Data

Superior Test systems integrating accurate and repeatable measurements yield data that you can trust

Real-World Correlation

From simple sine waves to real-time simulations . . . and of course, everything in between

We Can Help

We support OEMs and researchers through the most challenging test objectives, saving them time and money

MODEL COMPARISON

TECHNICAL OVERVIEW

Monitor dynamic properties vs. time or fatigue cycles.

  • Samples specified force, length, and phase relationship of input signals
  • Calculates and displays (9) critical properties: K*, K’, K”, Phase, Tan Delta, Damping, Total Energy, displacement, and load amplitude
  • Supports limit checking to trigger appropriate actions

Requires

  • 793.10 Multi-Purpose TestWare (MPT)

MODEL 793.17 SOFTWARE BROCHURE

Easy-to-use software designed to increase your efficiency in both production quality testing and laboratory testing.

  • Conduct simple dynamic characterization, static deflection and conditional quality tests with single channel control on machines rated to 400 Hz.
  • Trend-line analysis features include the use of X-Bar charts and customizable Western Electric process control rules that ensure a deliberate response to trend deviations and enable operators to proactively respond to data deviations
  • Provides advanced users the ability to define numerous test attributes:
    • User access levels
    • Frequency sweeps without delays between frequency increments
    • Analysis methods for calculating static and dynamic test results
    • Size and position of graphs and tabular run-time test results
    • Digital input / output capabilities for integrating directly into a manufacturing cell for manual, semi-automated or fully automated testing
  • Generates reports to display test results

793.30 SOFTWARE BROCHURE

Conduct dynamic characterization of viscoelastic materials or components under a wide range of variables with up to four channels of simultaneous control.

  • Measure Dynamic Stiffness (K), Phase Angle, Damping (C), Modulus (E or G), Tan Delta
  • Perform characterizations as a function of frequency, dynamic amplitude and mean level on systems with a single dynamic channel
  • Sweep single variables to obtain mean level, dynamic amplitude, frequency, temperature, or phase relationship between channels of control
  • Combine multiple sweeps in one test
  • Perform characterizations as a function of phase between the dynamic channels on systems with more than one dynamic channel. 
  • Perform characterizations as a function of temperature set point
  • Includes automatic measurement and correction of system dynamic errors induced by transducers and electronics

Requires

  • 793.03 Calculations with Outputs
  • 793.05 Amplitude Phase Control
  • 793.10 MultiPurpose TestWare (MPT)

793.31-32 SOFTWARE BROCHURE

Add sine-on-sine and pulse waveform capability to 793.31

  • May be used as a stand-alone package
  • Perform characterizations as a function of fundamental mean level, fundamental and harmonic frequency, and fundamental and harmonic amplitude using sine-on-sine waveshape
  • Perform characterizations as a function of fundamental base level, fundamental and pulse frequency, and pulse amplitude
  • Provides dynamic control of a single channel containing a force transducer (load cell) and a linear variable displacement transducer (LVDT)
  • Provides limited control of additional static channels, including temperature control and monitor channels

Requires

  • 793.03 Calculations with Outputs 
  • 793.05 Amplitude Phase Control
  • 793.10 MultiPurpose TestWare (MPT)

793.31-32 SOFTWARE BROCHURE

Characterize the elastomeric stiffness properties of materials and components.

  • Create three fundamental test types: Tensile, Tensile-Compressive, Compressive
  • Characterize the specimen behavior as a function of a constant application rate of load or displacement
  • Conduct the test between predefined load or displacement end levels with independent definitions of a precondition phase and a data acquisition phase
  • Calculate stiffness values as chord modulus or tangent modulus during the loading or unloading portion of the test or as an average of the two
  • Calculations can also be done on the “Initial Segment” where part transitions from a rest period after dwell period
  • View the test graphics in real time to evaluate the test
  • Automatic displacement error correction due to frame stiffness deflection

Requires: 

  • 793.10 MultiPurpose TestWare (MPT)

793.33 SOFTWARE BROCHURE


Characterize the elastomeric stiffness properties of materials and components.

  • Create three fundamental test types: Tensile, Tensile-Compressive, Compressive
  • Characterize the specimen behavior as a function of a constant application rate of load or displacement
  • Conduct the test between predefined load or displacement end levels with independent definitions of a precondition phase and a data acquisition phase
  • Calculate stiffness values as chord modulus or tangent modulus during the loading or unloading portion of the test or as an average of the two
  • Calculations can also be done on the “Initial Segment” where part transitions from a rest period after dwell period
  • View the test graphics in real time to evaluate the test
  • Automatic displacement error correction due to frame stiffness deflection

Requires: 

  • 793.10 MultiPurpose TestWare (MPT)

793.35 SOFTWARE BROCHURE


Conduct tests that search for a specimen’s resonant frequency.

  • Apply a constant amplitude frequency sweep to reveal the natural frequency of the test article
  • Multiple frequency sweeps in each test allow you to improve resolution of your results
  • Measure the transfer function between the actuator LVDT and the output accelerometer
  • Patented phase and amplitude control algorithm adjusts test inputs to specimen response
  • Plot a transmissibility curve
  • Frequency is limited by load unit resonance and data acquisition rate

Requires

  • 793.10 MultiPurpose TestWare (MPT)
  • Resonance Search Kit; Series 831 - Accelerometer Assembly with electronics

793.37 SOFTWARE BROCHURE

Design and apply waveforms that represent service conditions

  • SINE-on-SINE Process superposes two sinusoidal waveforms
  • PULSE Process produces a mixed mode pulse that separates the offset control mode pulse producing control mode
  • Typically used in durability test applications when a periodic pulse is needed, such as rolling wheels, paper processing or engine valves

Requires

  • 793.10 MultiPurpose TestWare (MPT)

 

Setup a test system for use with Remote Parameter Control (RPC) software

  • Edit and analyze time histories
  • Calculate system models
  • Efficiently develop drive files
  • Define and execute durability tests

Requires

  • 793.72 Time History Playout & Acquisition software 

COMPONENT RPC SOFTWARE BROCHURE


Easily generate master curves to gain insight into the temperature-dependent properties of viscoelastic materials

  • Leverage the Time-Temperature Superposition (TTS) principle by using Williams-Landel-Ferry (WLF) model calculations
  • Determine temperature-dependent mechanical property behaviors far beyond a lab’s physical testing capabilities  - out to MHz or even GHz frequencies

HIGH-FORCE DMA BROCHURE