MTS Model 685.53 Grip Control Module User Manual
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Model 685.53 Grip Control Module
Introduction
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Introduction
The Model 685.53 Hydraulic Grip Control Module provides an easy way to grip
specimens for testing. It mounts on the front of a load unit or grip supply to
provide control of the hydraulic grips. The Model 685.53 Hydraulic Grip Control
Module is a control only; it depends on an external source for hydraulic pressure.
Contents
What you need to
know
MTS Systems Corporation assumes that you know how to use your controller.
See the appropriate manual for information about performing any controller-
related step in this manual’s procedures. You are expected to know how to
perform the following procedures.
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Turning hydraulic pressure on and off
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Selecting a control mode
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Manually adjusting the actuator position
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Installing a specimen
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Defining a simple test
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Running a test
Hydraulic Grip Control
Rate
Pressure
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