Impact Tester (Quantity = 1) Striking edge instrumented with strain gauge for use with data acquisition system (DAQ described later) Specifications must conform to ISO 148-1 and ASTM E23 with capabilities for Charpy, IZOD, Impact Tensile, and Brugger tests (capable of adapting to: standard, sub-sized, and DVMK specimen geometries). Charpy support plates and strikers for standard, 7.5mm, 5mm, and 2.55 specimens. IZOD support plates and striker according to ASTM E23. Protective shielding for safe operation, including slidable door for easy access and interlock switch Easy/assisted sample centering using an activated centering pin. Pendulum capable of automatically returning after impact (i.e. motorized hammer lifting system with electro-magnetic release) Pendulum hammer having 450 Joule potential energy Stepless setting of drop height through digital display with automatic drop height adjustment Low friction bearings Electronic high-resolution angle transducer, amplifier, and interface board for PC connection Electro-magnetic pendulum brake Exchangeable anvil inserts that can be used up to four times by rotating them following wear Angular descent (adjustable) 52 to 160 degrees Adjustable impact velocity of 2.6 to 5.5 m/s Data output sensitivity of at least 0.01 Joule Software package for impact testing capable of data acquisition through the angle transducer, calculation of absorbed energy (J), impact strength, and data export. Calibration Certificate from accredited calibration lab according to ISO 148-2 and ASTM E23.
