MTS Axial Extensometers - Manual (Page 23)

Configuration 23
Configuration
This section describes how to configure an axial extensometer with
quick attachment springs, elastic bands, or metal extension springs. It
also describes how to change the knife edges, gage length of the
extensometer, and how to connect it to a controller.
Contents
About Quick Attachment Spring Installation 23
How to Install Extension Springs or Elastic Bands 30
How to Change Knife Edges 32
About Gage Lengths 35
How to Connect the Cable 38
Configuring an extensometer
Each extensometer includes tools and special fittings to configure the
extensometer for a variety of uses. To configure an extensometer,
determine the following and perform the appropriate installation
procedures.
• Type of specimen mounting
• Type of knife edges
• Gage length
After you have configured the extensometer you need to perform the
following:
• Connect the cable to your controller.
• Calibrate the extensometer.
About Quick Attachment Spring Installation
Quick attachment springs let you quickly and easily mount an
extensometer to a specimen. The shape of the springs depends on the
extensometer model. This section includes two procedures to install the
quick attachment springs. Some extensometers use anchored springs
while others use sliding springs.