Iii.3 Base Table - Ametek BROOKFIELD CT3 Operating Instructions Manual

2) Probe returns to test start position, after resetting the emergency stop.
3) A sequence of menus then leads user back to the home position.

III.3 Base Table

The CT3 Texture Analyzer offers two options for Base Tables on which the test sample is placed.
Both tables should be secured to the slotted base of the CT3 with thumbscrews and T-bolts. This
design provides ample adjustment side-to-side and front-to-back to correctly align fixtures and
position a wide range of samples for testing.
NOTE: Always be sure all position and height adjustments are securely locked before starting
every test.
See Appendix A for fixtures which can be used with each Base Table.
Rotary Base Table
The Rotary Base Table (P/N TA-RT-KIT) is a disc shaped surface and should always be centered
under the probe when conducting compression tests. There are two methods of adjusting the height
in order to place the sample close to the probe for testing. The locking knob on the base of the
Rotary Table allows quick height adjustment; just unlock the knob, raise or lower the table, then lock
it into position. The table is also mounted on a threaded shaft held securely with a fine adjustment
nut. Unlocking the fine adjustment nut and rotating the table will raise or lower the test surface to
give even more range to the height adjustment.
AMETEK Brookfield
Fixture Base Table
(TA-RT-KIT)
FIne Adjustment Knob
Locking Knob
Figure III.2
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Fixture Base Table
(TA-BT-KIT)
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