Apply simultaneous axial and torsional loads and displacements to a wide array of specimens. This highly versatile test system is capable of everything from static testing to multiaxial fatigue characterization and offers superior stiffness for increased accuracy.
Large diameter hollow columns increase stiffness and resonant frequency offering better performance
Adjustable, widely spaced cam follower bearings minimize backlash and crosstalk between the load and torque axes
Proprietary transducer design provides high stiffness and sensitivity with low crosstalk
Patented axial/torsional coupler enables precise concentric and angular alignment
Load Frame Dimensions
Model | A | B | C* | D* | E | F | G |
319.02 | 533 mm (21 in) | 2891 mm (114 in) | 1155 mm (45 in) | 130 mm (5 in) | 1240 mm (49 in) | 1000 mm (39 in) | 762 mm (30 in) |
319.05 | 533 mm (21 in) | 2891 mm (114 in) | 1155 mm (45 in) | 130 mm (5 in) | 1240 mm (49 in) | 1000 mm (39 in) | 762 mm (30 in) |
319.10 | 533 mm (21 in) | 2891 mm (114 in) | 1155 mm (45 in) | 130 mm (5 in) | 1240 mm (49 in) | 1000 mm (39 in) | 762 mm (30 in) |
319.25 | 635 mm (25 in) | 3412 mm (134 in) | 1464 mm (57 in) | 193 mm (8 in) | 1278 mm (50 in) | 1238 mm (49 in) | 838 mm (33 in) |
319.50 | 762 mm (30 in) | 4020 mm (158 in) | 1638 mm (64 in) | 298 mm (12 in) | 1403 mm (55 in) | 1416 mm (56 in) | 940 mm (37 in) |
*Actuator fully retracted and crosshead in max position.
Parameter |
Specification |
Load Frame |
MTS 319 |
Crosshead Lifting |
Hydraulic |
Crosshead Locking |
Hydraulic |
Fixture Control |
Hydraulic |
Servovalve Block |
MTS 298.12, high-pressure/low-pressure/ON/OFF |
Maximum Flow |
Total tensional-torsional flow 114L/min |
Axial Actuating Rod |
MTS 244 |
Axial Displacement |
150 mm (6 in) |
Torsional Actuating Rod |
MTS 215 |
Torsional Travel |
Static +/-50 degrees, Dynamic +/-45 degrees |
Tightly Coupled Accumulator |
MTS 111 |
Weight (Excluding Fixtures & Accessories) |
|
319.02 |
1100 kg (2424 lb) |
319.05 |
1200 kg (2646 lb) |
319.10 |
1300 kg (2866 lb) |
319.25 |
1900 kg (4189 lb) |
319.50 |
3100 kg (6834 lb) |
319.60 |
Custom |
Load Unit Stiffness (SI Metric)
Model | Load Unit (A) | Piston Rod (B) | Load Transducer (C) | |||
Axial (N-m) | Torsional (N-m/radian) | Axial (N-m) | Torsional (N-m/radian) | Axial (N-m) | Torsional (N-m/radian) | |
319.02 | 2.6x108 | 7.9x106 | 1.1x109 | 4.3x104 | 2.6x109 | 6.8x105 |
319.05 | 2.6x108 | 7.9x106 | 2.6x109 | 1.9x105 | 4.7x109 | 1.4x106 |
319.10 | 2.6x108 | 7.9x106 | 2.6x109 | 1.9x105 | 3.3x109 | 1.1x106 |
319.25 | 5.6x108 | 1.3x107 | 4.3x109 | 3.5x105 | 8.2x109 | 4.3x106 |
319.50 | 8.8.x108 | 2.6x107 | 6.4x109 | 1.6x106 | 1.2x1010 | 9.0x106 |
319.60 | 1.2x109 | 4.5x107 | 6.6x109 | 1.7x106 | 1.9x1010 | 2.5x107 |
Load Unit Stiffness (US Customary)
Model | Load Unit (A) | Piston Rod (B) | Load Transducer (C) | |||
Axial (lbf/in) | Torsional (lbf/in/radian) | Axial (lbf/in) | Torsional (lbf/in/radian) | Axial (lbf/in) | Torsional (lbf/in/radian) | |
319.02 | 1.5x106 | 7.0x107 | 6.3x106 | 3.8x105 | 1.5x107 | 6.0x106 |
319.05 | 1.5x106 | 7.0x107 | 1.5x107 | 1.7x106 | 2.7x107 | 1.3x107 |
319.10 | 1.5x106 | 7.0x107 | 1.5x107 | 1.7x106 | 1.9x107 | 1.0x107 |
319.25 | 3.2x106 | 1.2x108 | 2.5x107 | 3.1x106 | 4.7x107 | 3.8x107 |
319.50 | 5.0x106 | 2.3x108 | 3.7x107 | 1.4x107 | 7.0x107 | 8.0x107 |
319.60 | 7.0x106 | 4.0x108 | 3.8x107 | 1.5x107 | 1.1x108 | 2.2x108 |