Low Force Test Systems

Most universal testing machines (UTMs) have a capacity ranging from 50 to 250kN. This is because standard practices to determine strength, toughness and durability of metals and high strength composites involve test coupons that will fail under such loads. In contrast, material testing of biomaterials, microelectronic components and polymers may require systems that can apply forces in the mN to10 kN range. Continuous advances in additive manufacturing techniques also benefit from the ability to test miniature test specimens for property characterization as well as quality assurance.

To address these requirements an entire range of low force servo-electric systems are developed that include single column and dual column load frames