EMX Motorized Test Stand

Force Control Testing with Imada ZTA Force Gauges

1. Break Detection (detects breakage automatically)
2. Stop at Preset Force Value
3. Stop at Desired Displacement from Contact Point
4. Stop at Desired Displacement from Start Position
5. Maintain Force between High/Low Setpoints

Standard Features

• Manual, Increment, Single Cycle, Continuous Cycle and Force Control (with ZTA force gauges) selectable
• Unique increment test mode. Each click of the program dial moves the cross head exactly 0.01mm (under no load)
• Programmable test distance (i.e. compress a certain distance)
• Up to five test configurations saved in memory
• Ultra rigid construction, 0.25mm deflection at max load
• Both compression and tension tests
• Programmable timer up to 99′ 59.9, in 0.1 sec increments
• Easy-to-use program dial and menu screens control distance, mode, speed, time and cycles
• Wide speed range: 0.01 – 23.5 in/min (0.5 – 600mm/min)
• Force Controlled operation with Imada ZTA gauges
• Conditional Overload Prevention
• Stroke: EMX-110 11.6 (295mm) EMX-275 12.6″ (320mm)
• Optional extender adds 5″ of clearance
• Optional standard or high performance digital distance meter available

The EMX Motorized Force Measurement Test Stand is for users requiring the utmost precision in their force testing. The EMX uses a precision stepper motor that provides precise movement and smooth operation. Rigid construction assures minimum deflection to ensure consistent force and distance test results. The test stand incorporates an easy to read LCD screen onto the base. Use the intuitive program dial to set the mode, speed, test duration time, number of cycles and change other available test settings. The EMX allows users to save up to 5 test configurations into the stand.

Three Modes of Operation

The EMX motorized test stand includes three modes of operation: Increment, Manual, Cycle Modes. The EMX features a unique jog movement control, for precise increment testing. In jog mode, each click of the program dial moves the cross head approximately .01mm. Manual mode allows the user to control the crosshead using the arrow buttons. In cycle mode, automated cycle tests are easy to setup.  Control start, measuring and return speeds independently.

Force and Distance Control

Force controlled non-destructive tests are also easy to setup and program. Connect an Imada ZT Series force gauge to the EMX test stand to enable the use of two force controlled modes and Conditional Overload Prevention. For more information, see the force control operation tab below.
The EMX has been updated and now allows for Distance Control utilizing the new contact detection feature. This is ideal for for spring tests, elongation tests or any tests requiring a sample to be put under tension or compression to a specified distance.