MTS Series 609 Alignment Fixture - Manual (Page 55)

Series 609 Alignment Fixture Product Information Alignment Procedure 55
Alignment Procedure
This section covers alignment using the two most common gaged specimens.
They are the round specimen with three gage levels, four gages per level and the
thin flat specimen, also with three gage levels, four gages per level.
Note It is important to start with the force transducer and actuator aligned. The
Series 609 Alignment Fixture is a precision instrument not intended to
correct gross misalignments. Using it to correct gross misalignments can
put high stresses on its mounting stud and shorten this stud’s fatigue life.
Note Once you have completed the alignment, do not move the crosshead. If
you do, your alignment may change and you may have to repeat the
entire alignment procedure.
If you have a question about alignment using other gaged specimens, contact
MTS Systems Corporation (see the “Contact Information“ on the back of the title
page).
Contents
Installing a Gaged Specimen 56
Adjust the Concentric Alignment 58
Adjust the Angular Alignment 63
Check the Alignment 67
Prerequisite
You must have the grips installed in the load unit.