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Specimen Protection

Important: Specimen Protection limits are only active during the Install Specimen node. This means
that you do not need to manually turn them off at the conclusion of specimen installation. It also
means that if you leave the Install Specimen node that you should stay clear of the crush zone
unless you turn off actuator power.

Note: Specimen Protection can be turned off for certain unusual tests that require it. Use extreme
caution if you select this option.

Using Detectors and Actions to Protect Yourself
and Your Equipment

It is important to understand that when set properly, MTS MP detectors can minimize the risk of damage
to the equipment and specimen. They can also inform you when something wrong or unexpected occurs,
and let you know when something you expect to occur, such as the specimen failing, actually occurs.

Virtual Frame Display for Setting Detector Limits

You can use the virtual frame display on the MTS MPX Situational Awareness panel to set detector limits
and trigger actions:

You set physical limits to protect fixturing on the left side of the virtual frame.

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