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Changing to a compression test setup – MTS Triaxial Cell Models 656-06 User Manual

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Changing to a Compression Test Setup

This procedure has four major tasks:

1. Raise and lock the bell.
2. Change the force transducer (optional).
3. Install the spherical platen.
4. Plug the ports.

The following figure shows a Triaxial Cell setup for a compression test.

A Triaxial Cell Setup for a Compression Test

Description

Item

Upper Confining Fluid Port

1

Force Transducer

2

Insert and O-Ring

3

Plugged Port

4

Special Use Ports

5

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