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About This Chapter
This chapter describes how to set up and run the MTS SH Tension Test (Simplified) using the typical MTS
Landmark system shown in the System Overview section.
Adapting This Chapter to Your System
If your system contains the same components as the typical system described in this manual, you can
follow the instructions without modification to run the Example Tension Test. In some cases, your system
may vary from the typical system shown. For instance, you may have a table-top load frame instead of
the stand-up model, or manual crosshead locks instead of hydraulic crosshead locks. If this applies, you
can still run the Example Tension Test on your system by referring to the appropriate information in the
individual component product manuals included on the System Documentation CD that accompanies your
system
Test Procedure Overview
The following is an abbreviated version of the complete Example Tension Test procedure. You may find
it helpful as a checklist or as a useful reference once you are somewhat familiar with the process.
1. Prepare for Specimen Installation
a)
(p. 65)
b)
Open the Station Manager Application
(p. 66)
c)
(p. 68)
d)
Set Up Meters for Specimen Installation
(p. 69)
e)
Set Limits for Specimen Installation
(p. 72)
f)
(p. 74)
g)
(p. 75)
2. Install the Specimen
a)
(p. 78)
b)
Position the Actuator Using Displacement Control
(p. 79)
c)
(p. 80)
d)
Clamp the Specimen in the Lower Grip
(p. 81)
e)
(p. 82)
f)
Move the Specimen into the Upper Grip Using Displacement Control
(p. 83)
g)
(p. 84)
h)
Clamp the Specimen in the Upper Grip
(p. 84)
i)
(p. 85)
3. Prepare to Run the Test
a)
Perform Basic Performance Tuning
(p. 86)
b)
(p. 94)
c)
(p. 95)
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