MTS Nut Grips - Manual (Page 23)

MTS Fundamental™ Bolt Grips and Nut Grips Operation 23
Figure 8 Proof Load Test (M12–M30)
Debris can be discharged as a result of testing.
Debris can cause injury to personnel and damage to equipment.
Be sure to close the protection plates of the fixture and clear the personnel in front
of the fixture before testing.
Tensile test
You can install the fixture and specimen the same as with the proof load test.
Wedge load test Choose appropriate wedge loading plates and threaded adapters for the specimen.
There are two types of wedge loading plates and threaded adapters for different
specimens.
• Figure 9 shows the structure and installation manner for specimens of M5 to
M10.
• Figure 10 shows the structure and installation manner for specimens of M12
to M30.
C ALLOUT D ESCRIPTION
1 Loading Plate (M12–M30)
2 Specimen
3 Threaded Adapter (M12-M30)
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2
3
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