MTS Acumen - Manual (Page 37)

Two-Column Load Frame
Description Item
Actuator and power electronics (behind hood). 1
Columns on which the crosshead moves up and down. 2
Actuator rod. 3
Manual crosshead locks. (Note: crosshead locks must be in a fully locked position to run
a test.) 4
Frame-mounted control. 5
T-slot base plate. 6
Load cell mounted on table top (load cell can also be mounted on the actuator). 7
Crosshead lift. 8
Frame-mounted status light allows you to view system status at a glance. This status is
coordinated with the MP software System panel. Status is indicated by the following colors
and a blinking or solid light: 9
AC power to the frame is off. Unlit
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System Introduction