AT6 6-Axis Robotic Testing System for Metals
The Instron Automated Testing Systems for Metals are configured to perform unattended tensile testing of metallic specimens of varying lengths and thicknesses. These systems have been designed to meet ASTM E8, EN 10002-1, ISO 6892 and other metals tensile standards, including JIS and DIN and can be easily configured to meet other requirements. Barcodes are utilized to pass specimen geometry, handling and testing information to the TestMaster2 automation control software. Bi-axial, Advanced Video Extensometry allows for r and n-value testing.
To satisfy the majority of our customer's testing requirements, Instron has developed 100 kN and 250 kN capacity standard automation system configurations, other capacities can be quoted upon request.
100 kN Automation System
The 100 kN Automation System is configured to perform unattended tensile testing of metallic specimens of varying lengths, < 280 mm, and thicknesses from 0.1 to 12 mm and weighing < 0.75 kg (1.75 lbs)
The system consists of a standard Instron Universal Test frame, Advanced Video Extensometer, hydraulic wedge action grips and hydraulic power supply.
The robotic system is comprised of the following elements:
- Mitsubishi industrial- grade articulated arm
- Specimen storage racks designed to fit customer’s specifications*
- Barcode reader
- Dual axis specimen measurement device
- Automatic ink transfer marking station to apply video targets
- Bluehill materials testing software
- Premium PC
- Testmaster2 automation control software
250 kN Automation System
The 250 kN Automation System has been optimized to perform fully automated tensile tests on metallic specimens of varying lengths, < 400 mm, and thicknesses from 0.5 to 20 mm thick and < 1.25 kg (2.75 lbs)
The system consists of a standard Instron Universal Test frame, Advanced Video Extensometer (for r & n-value testing) or MFX500 axial extensometer, hydraulic grips and power supply.
The robotic system is comprised of the following elements:
- Mitsubishi industrial- grade articulated arm
- Specimen storage racks designed to fit customer’s specifications*
- Barcode reader
- Heavy weight, Horizontal Dual axis specimen measurement device
- Automatic ink transfer marking station to apply video targets, if video is used
- Bluehill materials testing software
- Premium PC
- Testmaster2 automation control software
*The system storage racks typically hold up to 275 specimens but this may vary depending on sample size and geometry
Benefits that Improve Efficiency and Increase Throughput of your Facility:
- Storage racks can be easily loaded prior to the end of the day and left for unattended, overnight testing
- Consistent specimen loading and testing improves repeatability and reproducibility of results by eliminating human variability
- Operators available to work on more value-added activities
- Overall costs are lower due to reduction in training and injury-related expenses
5900 Series Premier Testing Systems Brochure
5900 Universal Testing Systems are engineered for precision, built for durability, and offer the flexibility for changing requirements. They are designed with standard and optional features that increase testing efficiency and improve the testing experience for the operator. A wide range of models are available for testing capacities from < 100N up to 600kN.
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- 1/22/2019
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Automated Specimen Handling Systems
Available for tensile, flexural, and compression testing, Instron® TestMaster Automated Testing Solutions can improved the safety and productivity of testing for a wide range of materials and specimen sizes.
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- 4/16/2018
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Automated Testing System For Tensile Testing of Metals
Instron® Automated Tensile Testing Systems for metals are configured to perform unattended tensile testing of metallic specimens of varying lengths and thicknesses. Tests to ASTM E8 and EN 10002-1 standards. Includes r and n value results as well as capability of r-bar/Delta r and Bake Hardening index. Standard system capacities of 100 and 200 kN (more available upon request).
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- 3/21/2012
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TestMaster Software
Instron’s TestMaster Software is the master controller and sequencer for all of our Automated Testing Systems. TestMaster seamlessly controls all aspects of an automated test sequence that includes: user interface control; I/O control of peripheral components; device control; database communications; simultaneous process states; and visual system status lights.
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- 3/12/2013
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