Test Modes - CellScale UniVert User Manual

Under force control:
The step function achieves and maintains the desired force as quickly as possible. The
amount of time it takes to achieve the desired force depends on the material being tested
and the force control settings.

Test Modes

There are three test modes that can be used when performing a test: tension, compression, and
3-point bending.
Tensile Test - This test mode is used in combination with provided specimen grips. In this mode,
positive displacement is in the direction of increased fixture separation and tension forces are
positive.
Compression Test - This test mode is used in combination with provided compression platens.
In this mode, positive displacement is in the direction of decreased fixture separation and
compressive forces are positive.
3-point Bend Test - This test mode uses the same displacement and force convention as
compression testing but is applied to a 3-point bend setup.
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