MTS Series 322 Load Frames - Manual (Page 13)

Series 322 Load Unit Introduction 13
322 Load Unit: Component Identification
Component Descriptions (part 1 of 2)
I TEM C OMPONENT D ESCRIPTION
1 Crosshead Moves the up and down the column to accommodate different sized
specimens and fixtures. The crosshead is stiff and light weight; it is one end of
the force train.
2 Crosshead locks Clamps the crosshead to the columns. The locks are hydraulically powered.
3 Crosshead lifts Raises and lowers the crosshead hydraulically to accommodate different
specimen sizes. The lifts are small hydraulic actuators.
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