The ESM1500 is a highly configurable single-column force tester for tension and compression measurement applications up to 1,500 lbF (6.7 kN). Suitable for laboratory and production environments, the ESM1500 may be used with an indicator-load cell combination or with a force gauge. Sample setup and fine positioning are a breeze with available FollowMeTM force-based positioning - using your hand as your guide, push and pull on the load cell or force gauge to move the crosshead at a dynamically variable rate of speed. With generous travel, clearance, and depth dimensions, a wide range of tests can be performed, including break testing, cycling, limit testing to a load or distance, loadholding, elongation testing, tensile testing, compression testing, and more. Satisfy various test methods through an easy-to-use menu, allowing the configuration of test speed, force and distance limits, cycling, preload, and many other functions, all protected by a password. Controller functions are offered individually through a unique “build-your-own” configuration platform. Order any combination of functions to customize the test stand to specific requirements. Functions not ordered originally can be activated in the field. Force and travel data can be output to a PC for graphing and analysis using MESURTMgauge software. Or, fully control the stand by a PC through a custom-written program in any language supporting ASCII communications. 
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Features
- Compatible with indicators and load cells, as well as force gauges
- USB output of force vs. time or force vs. distance
- Adjustable, removal controller with intuitive menu navigation
- Compact footprint, suitable for crowded workbenches
- Password protection of test parameters
- Ergonomic design, with smart, clean cable management
- Stepper motor-driven, producing smooth and quiet operation with no speed variation under load
- Most electronics housed in an integrated removeable enclosure, easily removed and transported
Optional Functions
Any of the below functions may be purchased at time of order or may be activated in the field at a later date via an activation code. A complete options package is also available at a discounted price. The stand is supplied in Demo Mode, a 160-hour time period in which all functions are temporarily enabled | Feature | Description |
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Follow Me TM force -based positioning SF008 | Crosshead movement responds to manually pushing or pulling on the force gauge shaft or load cell. Increasing force produces greater speeds. Ideal for setups and quick positioning. Requirements: Series 7 or 5 gauge or indicator |
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Travel indication SF009 | Travel is indicated on the control unit display, with output via USB. An internal scale utilizing Renishaw technology produces significantly higher accuracy than with conventional rotary encoder-based designs. Backlash and nonlinearity are virtually eliminated. |
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Computer control SF010 | The ESM1500 may be fully controlled by a PC through a custom-written program in any language supporting ASCII communications. Also responds to the legacy Chatillon TCD command set and legacy Nexygen TCD software (not available from Mark-10). Requirements: Series 7 or 5 gauge or indicator SF009 travel indication SF011 programmable travel set points |
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Programmable travel limits SF011 | The stand stops at or cycles between programmable upper and lower travel distances. Requirements: SF009 travel indication option |
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Overload protection SF012 | Protects a force sensor or force gauge against overload. Program the desired percentage of full scale of the gauge. Adjustable analog output voltage setting allows the stand to interface with virtually any gauge with analog output. Requirements: Series 7 or 5 gauge or indicator |
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Auto Return SF013 | The crosshead moves to a limit switch, force set point, travel position, or break, then stops and reverses direction at full speed to the other limit. Requirements: Reversing at force set point: Series 7 or 5 gauge or indicator, Reversing at travel limit: SF011 programmable travel limits option, Reversing at break: SF019 break detection option |
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Cycling / dwell time SF014 | Same as auto-return, but with the ability to program up to 100,000 cycles. Programmable dwell time for upper and lower limits (set independently) can be set up for up to 10,000 seconds. Requirements: Same as auto-return, at the same speed in each direction. Add SF016 for independent up and down speeds. |
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Independent Up and Down Speeds SF016 | Individually configure speeds for the up and down directions. |
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Low Speed Extension SF017 | Extends the standard speed range down to 0.001 in/min (0.02 mm/min). |
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High Speed Extension SF018 | Extends the standard speed range up to 90 in/min (2,300 mm/min). |
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Break Detection SF019 | Crosshead stops at a sudden drop in force. Programmable percentage of peak force. Requirements: Series 7 or 5 gauge or indicator |
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Load Holding SF020 | Dynamically adjusts the crosshead position to maintain a programmed load for an indefinite or specified period of time. Requirements: Series 7 or 5 gauge or indicator, If a specified time is required, order SF014 cycling / dwell time option |
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Preload / Sample Touch SF021 | Stops the crosshead and/or zeroes the travel display at an initial preload - useful in tensile, compression, spring, elongation, and other applications. Preload is programmable as a percentage of force gauge/load cell full scale. Three modes: (1) stop, (2) stop and zero, and (3) zero without stopping. Requirements: Series 7 or 5 gauge or indicator, SF009 travel indication |
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| Complete Options Package | Includes all Controller Features listed above |
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Specifications
| Load capacity | < 60 in [1,525 mm]/min: 1,500 lbF (6.7 kN)
> 60 in [1,525 mm]/min: 1,000 lbF (4.5 kN) | | Maximum travel distance | 32 in [813 mm] | | Speed range | Standard: 0.5 - 24 in/min [10 - 600 mm/min]
Optional: 0.001 - 90 in/min [0.02 - 2,300 mm/min] | | Speed setting accuracy | ±0.2% of setting | | Speed variation with load | ±0% [stepper motor driven] | | Travel accuracy | ±0.002 in. per 10 in. [±0.05 mm per 250 mm] | | Travel resolution | 0.001 in [0.02 mm] | | Limit switch repeatability | ±0.001 in [0.03 mm] | | Power | Universal input 80-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz | | Weight | Test stand: 198 lb [90 kg]
Shipping weight: 248 lb [113 kg] | | Included accessories | USB cable, instrument-stand interface cable, base eye end with 2 locking rings, 2 spanner wrenches, gauge/indicator mounting screws, Allen wrench set, Resource CD | | Warranty | 3 years [see individual statement for further details] | | Conformance | CE mark |
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