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The Mechanical Testing Laboratory is a 14'-x-30'-x-20'-high enclosure with temperature and humidity control. This laboratory supports an extensive menu of material properties testing. A full range of fixtures and extensometers is available for conducting ASTM and custom tests. The Instron testing machines housed in this laboratory are powered by a 3000 psi hydraulic system. All Instron test equipment is controlled using Instron Console Control software.
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Instron 22-kip Testing Machine (Two) - Instron Model 8801, fatigue-rated servo-hydraulic load frame, Fast Track 8800 digital control with computer console, 24" between grips.
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Instron 110-kip Testing Machine - Instron Model 8803-332, fatigue-rated servo-hydraulic load frame with T-slotted table, Fast Track 8800 digital control with computer console, 31" between columns and 106" between crosshead and base. |
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Instron 8872 5-kip Actuator (1), fatigue-rated servo-hydraulic load frame, Fast Track 8800 digital control with computer console, up to 29-inch usable height, 17-inches between columns. |
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Impact Tester - Ceast Pendulum Impact Tester; Model Resil 50B; Izod, charpy and tensile impact capable; 0.5 to 50 joules potential energy; used for determining the impact behavior of plastics, ceramics and other materials. |
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An ISO 17025 Accredited Laboratory