MTS Tension Compression Grips - Manual (Page 4)

Introduction 1-1
Section 1
Introduction
1.1 Description
The Series 643.6X Tension/Compression Grips are used for testing
threaded-end and button-end specimens in tension, compression or
tension/compression.
MODEL
ASSY.
REV.
kN kips
SERIAL No.
MTS SYSTEMS CORP.
MODEL
ASSY.
REV.
kN kips
SERIAL No.
MTS SYSTEMS CORP.
Figure 1-1. Typical 643.6X Tension/Compression Grips
1.2 Specifications
Table 1-1 lists the force ratings for the Series 643.6X
Tension/Compression Grips. All Grip models have a operating
temperature range of -129
°
C to +177
°
C (-200
°
F to +350
°
F). Tables 1-2
through 1-5 list the specimen dimensions for the related Grip.