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- Page 1 Industrial Products Group Models MT1 and MT2 MicroTorsion Testing System Pre-Installation Manual M47-16625-EN Revision C www.instron.com The difference is measurable ®...
- Page 2 Instron is a registered trademark of Illinois Tool Works Inc. (ITW). Other names, logos, icons and marks identifying Instron products and services referenced herein are trademarks of ITW and may not be used without the prior written permission of ITW.
- Page 3 Instron products, to the best of its knowledge, comply with various national and international safety standards, in as much as they apply to materials and structural testing.
- Page 4 Preliminary Pages Warnings Hazard - Press the Emergency Stop button whenever you consider that an unsafe condition exists. The Emergency Stop button removes hydraulic power or electrical drive from the testing system and brings the hazardous elements of the system to a stop as quickly as possible.
- Page 5 Disconnect equipment from the electrical power supply before removing any electrical safety covers or replacing fuses. Do not reconnect the power source while the covers are removed. Refit covers as soon as possible. Product Support: www.instron.com...
- Page 6 Preliminary Pages Warnings Rotating Machinery Hazard - Disconnect power supplies before removing the covers to rotating machinery. Disconnect equipment from all power supplies before removing any cover which gives access to rotating machinery. Do not reconnect any power supply while the covers are removed unless you are specifically instructed to do so in the manual.
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Page 7: Table Of Contents
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Page 9: Introduction
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Page 11: About These Instructions
About these instructions About these instructions These instructions describe the site preparation, unpacking, lifting and installation of Instron Model MT MicroTorsion Testing Systems. These instructions assume the following: • Your system consists of a frame, a control unit, a user control panel, a torque cell, a computer system with an Instron materials testing software package, and any testing accessories necessary to secure the specimen in the test space. -
Page 12: System Overview
Purpose Warning If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by Instron, the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired. Injury to personnel or damage to the system may result. Be sure to read and understand the material presented in these instructions and in any other accompanying instructions. -
Page 13: Frame Configuration Options
Instructions on the installation, use and maintenance of Instron testing accessories are provided separately with each testing accessory. A variety of testing accessories are available: •... -
Page 14: System Identification
The frame serial tag includes other important system information, including information on your frame’s configuration. Frame configuration information can also be found on customer copies of the Instron quote. M47-16625-EN... -
Page 15: System Safety And Information Labeling
Protective earth Indicates the protective earth terminal for the main power supply. Single-phase power Indicates that the equipment requires a single-phase power supply supply. Three-phase power Indicates that the equipment requires a three-phase power supply supply. Product Support: www.instron.com... -
Page 16: Product Support
1-800-473-7838. Product documentation Instron offers a comprehensive range of documentation to help you get the most out of your Instron products. Depending on what you have purchased, your documentation may include some or all of the following:... -
Page 17: Calibration Upon Installation
ASTM, ISO, and EN standards require the system be calibrated when it is installed or when it is moved or relocated. Instron calibrates the system at the factory, and provides a record of readings for the load cell. This machine may be verified on-site to ASTM E-4, BS 1610, DIN 51221, ISO 7500/1, EN 10002-2, JIS B7721, JIS B773 or AFNOR A03-501 standards. -
Page 18: Customer's Responsibilities
Instron’s loading dock. Unless other shipping terms are specified in a purchase order, which Instron does not dispute, the Ex-Works shipping terms apply. Under these terms, the customer is responsible for securing the applicable transit insurance on the shipment and arranging safe transport to the final destination. -
Page 19: Instron's Responsibilities
Instron’s loading dock. Unless other shipping terms are specified in a purchase order, which Instron does not dispute, the Ex-Works shipping terms apply. Under these terms, Instron is responsible for insurance cover while the testing system is in the factory up until it reaches the loading dock for shipping. - Page 20 Chapter: Introduction This page is intentionally blank. 1-12 M47-16625-EN...
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Page 21: Specifications
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Page 22: Environmental Conditions
Chapter: Specifications Environmental conditions Table 2-1 lists the recommended environmental conditions in which the system should be operated and stored. Table 2-1. Recommended environmental conditions. Operating Temperature: +10 to +38 deg C (+50 to +100 deg F) Storage Temperature: -40 to +66 deg C (-40 to +150 deg F) Humidity: 10% to 90% (non-condensing) Atmosphere:... -
Page 23: Physical Dimensions Of Components
Physical dimensions of components Physical dimensions of components Frame Table 2-2 lists the various standard configurations of MT1 and MT2 frame models and their physical dimensions. Table 2-2. Dimensions of standard MT1 and MT2 frames. 1, 2 Frame Model Height... -
Page 24: Crate Dimensions
Chapter: Specifications Crate dimensions Table 2-4 lists the crate dimensions for your specific frame model. Table 2-4. Typical shipping dimensions of MT1 and MT2 frames. Approximate Crate Dimensions Approx. Weight of Crated 1, 2 Frame Model (L x W x H) -
Page 25: Site Preparation
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Page 26: Requirement Checklist
Check ceiling clearance, see page 3-8. Check environmental conditions, see page 3-8. Prepare for shipment arrival, see page 3-8. * Instron is not responsible for foundation recommendations. This should be reviewed with a certified civil engineer. M47-16625-EN... -
Page 27: Determine Component Placement
59 Series control unit and computer system. Instron offers a table and a computer stand that can be purchased with the system. If the mounting surface(s) will be supplied... -
Page 28: Prepare Electrical Power Supply
Be sure all power supplies are properly grounded. MT1 frames MT1 frames require a single phase power source. The specific electrical requirements for the frame are dependent on the power option selected by the customer. Two standard power options are available. - Page 29 BS 546 IP-MT2-PA 1. For MT1 systems, the power cable option determines the type of plug that is supplied for both the frame’s power cable and the control unit’s power cable. 2. For MT2 systems, the power cable option determines the type of plug that is supplied for the control unit’s power cable.
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Page 30: Mt2 Frames
Chapter: Site Preparation MT2 frames MT2 frames require a three phase power source. The specific electrical requirements for the frame are dependent on the power option selected by the customer. Two standard power options are available. Methods to determine the power option selected for your frame can be found in “System identification”... -
Page 31: 59 Series Control Unit
It is also suggested that network drops, or digital phone lines, be within the general testing area. Instron’s goal is to provide remote diagnostics in order to resolve system issues. Having a network drop or digital phone line available will enable an Instron service representative to dial into the testing system’s computer to diagnose and resolve problems more efficiently. -
Page 32: Provide Additional Utilities
Chapter: Site Preparation Provide additional utilities Depending on the system purchased and the customer’s requirements, the customer may need to provide other utilities to the installation site; in addition to the main electrical power supply. These additional utilities may include: an air supply for optional pneumatic grips/fixtures; cables for network connections;... -
Page 33: Shipment Arrival
Chapter 4 Shipment Arrival • Requirement checklist..........4-2 •... -
Page 34: Requirement Checklist
Chapter: Shipment Arrival Requirement checklist Once the testing system arrives at the customer’s site, the customer must also complete the following before arrival of the Instron service engineer: Receive the system, see page 4-3. Uncrate the system, see page 4-3. -
Page 35: Receive The System
If damage is visible, check the contents of the crate for damage to system parts. Notify both the common carrier and Instron immediately to report any damage. Take pictures of the system as received, if possible, to document damage. -
Page 36: Move System Components To Installation Area
Chapter: Shipment Arrival Move system components to installation area Before you begin Before moving any part of the system ensure that: • The final operating site is properly set up. Review all information in Chapter 3, in particular “Prepare foundation” on page “Prepare electrical power supply”... - Page 37 To adjust a leveling foot, use an adjustable wrench to loosen the jam nut (see Figure 4-1), adjust the height of the foot as necessary and then tighten the jam nut against the bottom of the frame. Figure 4-1. Leveling the frame. Product Support: www.instron.com...
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Page 38: Prepare The System
Mounting the user control panel. Computer system - network connection If the computer system will be connected to a corporate network, Instron highly recommends that it not be connected until after installation is complete. Most Instron software requires an Administrator level password in order to install the software correctly. Connecting the computer to... -
Page 39: Prepare For Installation Service Visit
Prepare for installation service visit Prepare for installation service visit System installation is included with the purchase of the system. Instron service will schedule an installation appointment to take place after delivery of the testing system to the customer’s site. An Instron field service engineer will arrive at the customer site for connecting system components, system checkout, verification of system calibration, and customer training. - Page 40 Chapter: Shipment Arrival This page is intentionally blank. M47-16625-EN...
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