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- Page 1 ESM301 / ESM301L Force Test Stand Model Version 2 U se r’s Guide...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
User’s Guide Thank you… Thank you for purchasing a Mark-10 ESM301 / ESM301L Version 2 Force Test Stand, designed for producing up to 300 lbF (1.5 kN) of tension or compression force. The ESM301 is an essential component of a force testing system, typically also comprising a force gauge and grips. -
Page 3: Overview
Accessories kit (small hook, medium hook, 2” diameter compression plate, 2” extension rod, #10-32 coupler, tool kit) 1.2 Overview Note: Unless otherwise indicated, all references to the model ESM301 also apply to the ESM301L. The ESM301 has three functional modes: 1. OPERATING MODE This is the operating mode in which testing sequences can be started and stopped. -
Page 4: Mechanical Setup And Safety
If using a grip or fixture from a supplier other than Mark-10, ensure that it is constructed of suitably rugged materials and components. - Page 5 1. Never operate the test stand if there is any visible damage to the power cord or the test stand itself. The ESM301 is powered by 110V/220V. Any contact with this high voltage can cause serious injury or even death.
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Page 6: Operation Basics
2. Wear eye and face protection when testing, especially when testing brittle samples that have the potential to shatter under force. Although the ESM301 has relatively slow moving mechanisms, be aware of the dangers posed by potential energy that can accumulate in the sample during testing. -
Page 7: Test Parameter Setup
Password protection Standard All ESM301 test stands are shipped in Demo Mode, as explained in Section 1.2. After Demo Mode expires, only installed features will be displayed in Test Parameter Setup. The initial Test Parameter Setup screen appears as follows:... - Page 8 Model ESM301 / ESM301L Version 2 Test Stand User’s Guide S P E E D : 1 0 . 0 0 < − − > E S C E N T R Label Description Exits Test Parameter Setup, reverts to Operating Mode Scrolls to the previous parameter <...
- Page 9 Model ESM301 / ESM301L Version 2 Test Stand User’s Guide 4.1 Speed, Up Speed, Down Speed (SPEED, UP SPEED, DOWN SP) If the independent up and down speed option has not been enabled, the up and down speeds will be the same, and is programmed in the SPEED parameter.
- Page 10 Model ESM301 / ESM301L Version 2 Test Stand User’s Guide 4.3 Cycling (CYCLES) This setting allows the user to configure the number of up and down cycles through which the crosshead will sequence. One cycle consists of the crosshead moving to a limit switch or soft limit, whichever occurs first, at the specified speed, stopping for the specified amount of dwell time, and returning to the other limit at the specified speed.
- Page 11 The ESM301 protects a force gauge from overload by measuring incoming analog voltage and stopping crosshead travel when the programmed percentage of full scale has been reached (see Section 4.7). The default setting is for Mark-10 gauges (±1V), however, the setting may be changed to ±2V or ±4V to accommodate other force gauges.
- Page 12 Model ESM301 / ESM301L Version 2 Test Stand User’s Guide 4.7.1 Preload (PRELOAD) This setting corresponds to the test stand’s response to an initial load, referred to as a preload. The crosshead can stop and/or zero the travel display when the preload has been reached. This function is useful for applications such as spring testing, elongation testing, and tensile and compression testing of various materials.
- Page 13 Model ESM301 / ESM301L Version 2 Test Stand User’s Guide L O A D H O L D I N G : − E S C E N T R Label Description Cycles through the available settings + or –...
- Page 14 Model ESM301 / ESM301L Version 2 Test Stand User’s Guide Default setting: CONSOLE Available settings: CONSOLE, PC C O N T R O L : C O N S O L E − E S C E N T R...
- Page 15 Model ESM301 / ESM301L Version 2 Test Stand User’s Guide U N I T S : i n / m i n − E S C E N T R Label Description Cycles through the available settings + or –...
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Page 16: Operating Modes
ENTR Exits the parameter without saving changes 5 OPERATING MODES 5.1 Mode Overview The ESM301 can be operated in several modes, including combinations of these modes: 1. Basic Mode Manual control of crosshead motion. 2. Auto Return Mode Crosshead moves to a limit switch or force set point, travel distance, preload, or sample break (referred to as soft limits), whichever occurs first. - Page 17 Model ESM301 / ESM301L Version 2 Test Stand User’s Guide 5. Load Holding Mode Crosshead moves to a force set point, stops, then dynamically adjusts position to maintain the programmed force. An auto-return or cycle/dwell time sequence may follow. 6. Break Detection Crosshead stops when a sample break has been detected.
- Page 18 Model ESM301 / ESM301L Version 2 Test Stand User’s Guide 3. Cycling Mode (travel indication not enabled): TRAVEL CYCLES REMAINING C Y C L E S : 0 0 0 2 4 me n u m i n ma x S E T Note: The min and max keys will not appear when a password has been set.
- Page 19 5.3.3 Overload Protection The 09-1162 cable is required for overload protection of a Mark-10 force gauge. If overload protection is enabled, the crosshead will stop when the programmed percentage of full scale of the force gauge has been reached.
- Page 20 Model ESM301 / ESM301L Version 2 Test Stand User’s Guide 3. Crosshead reverses direction, returns to the other limit at the specified speed, and stops for the specified amount of dwell time. A cycling sequence can be initiated from any position and can start in either direction. If the crosshead is at a limit, however, cycling can only be started in the direction of the other limit.
- Page 21 If enabled, an auto-return sequence or single-cycle sequence may follow break detection. 5.8 PC Mode The ESM301 can be controlled by a PC via serial communication. A list of supported ASCII commands is provided below. All commands must be lowercase.
- Page 22 UL = crosshead at upper limit DL = crosshead at lower limit Commands relating to Mark-10 force gauges are not the same as indicated in their respective user’s guides. A list of supported ASCII commands is provided below. All commands must be uppercase:...
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Page 23: Communication With Mesur
The ESM301 can communicate with MESUR gauge data collection software. The test stand can output either force data only or force data combined with travel data (if the ESM301(L)-001 integrated travel indication option is installed). To communicate with MESUR gauge, certain settings in the test stand and force gauge are required, as follows: 1. -
Page 24: Troubleshooting
E S C E N T R The request code must be supplied to Mark-10 or a distributor, who will then provide a corresponding authorization code to activate the feature. The process for entering the authorization code is as follows: 1. -
Page 25: Maintenance And Service
9 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE The ESM301 should be operated in a dry and clean area. Under these circumstances only a few periodic maintenance operations are required: 9.1 Acme screw lubrication – twice per year 1. -
Page 26: Specifications
Model ESM301 / ESM301L Version 2 Test Stand User’s Guide subcomponents of the test stand (ex. fasteners, brackets, etc). All components should be firmly attached. If any looseness is detected, stop using the test stand and contact Mark-10 or a distributor for instructions. 10 SPECIFICATIONS Load capacity: 300 lbF [1.5 kN] @ up to 24 in/min [610 mm/min]... - Page 27 Model ESM301 / ESM301L Version 2 Test Stand User’s Guide NOTES:...
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