MTS Criterion 60 - Manual - Manual (Page 16)

MTS Criterion™ Series 60 Product Manual 16
Description
Introduction
Description
Every MTS Criterion Series 60 Test System is comprised of a load frame, an
Integrated Operations Platform, and testing software. The following figure shows
the external features of the various MTS Criterion Series 60 frames and
Integrated Operations Platform.
Frame The frame is composed of a base, actuator, test table, lower crosshead, upper
crosshead, feeding rod, and lead screw. The test table is connected to the upper
crosshead by the columns to form a stiff frame, and the test table is connected to
the piston through a load cell. There are two testing spaces in the frame: the
tension space is between the upper and lower crossheads and the compression
space is between the lower crosshead and the test table. Both the tension and
compression spaces can be adjusted by moving the lower crosshead up and down
according to your testing needs.
Upper Crosshead
Lead Screw
Lower Crosshead
Test Table
Base
Feeding Rod
Crosshead Lift
Motor
Actuator