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WP 500

Torsion Tester, 30 Nm

Technical Description

Using this unit, metal test bars are twisted to destruction. The test moment and the angle of twist are recorded during this process. Test bars made of different materials with varying lengths are included. The test moment is applied manually using a hand wheel and a worm drive. Measurement is performed with a strain gauge torsion shaft, the deformation of which is compensated. The measurement can be read off directly in Nm on a digital display on the measuring amplifier. For adaption to different length specimens, the measurement jig can be slid along the stiff frame. Using a calibration unit at the start of the experiment, it is possible to generate a defined torque. The angle of twist is determined using a graduated scale and and a revolutions counter. Commercially available 1/2" square drive sockets, 17mm across flats, are used as specimen holders.

Learning Objectives / Experiments

· Torsion tester for metallic test bars, loading to destruction of the specimens
· Variation of :
- Specimen material
- Specimen cross-section
- Specimen length

Features

· Generation of torsional moment via a worm drive
· Torsion moment measurement using strain gauge measuring shaft
· Digital moment display
· Angle of twist via scale and counter
· Specimen retention using hex socket

Available accessories

WP 500.01 -- Set of 6 Torsion Specimens
WP 500.90 -- Torsiometer

Alternative products

WP 510 -- Torsion Testing Machine, 200 Nm, Motor Driven

Specification

[1] Table unit for testing metal torsion test bars under load until fracture
[2] Specimen material steel, brass, aluminium
[3] Any specimen length up to 750mm possible
[4] Specimen holder 17mm hex socket
[5] Drive using hand wheel and worm drive, transmission ratio 1:63
[6] 5-digit revolution counter
[7] Definition of input angle via hand wheel
[8] Scales for input and output angle 0...360°
[9] Strain gauge measuring shaft with compensation for own deformation, measuring range 0...30Nm
[10] Electronic measuring amplifier

Technical Data

Strain gauge measuring shaft: 0...30Nm
Calibration moment: 0...30Nm, resolution 2.5Nm
Specimen length: up to 750mmN
Specimen holder: hex socket 17mm
Specimen material: steel, aluminium, brass
Worm drive 1:63
5-digit revolution counter
Scale for input and output angle: 0...360°

Dimensions and Weight

l x w x h : 1400 x 350 x 300 mm
Weight : approx. 43 kg

Connections

230V , ~50Hz

Scope of Delivery

1 torsion tester, complete,
6 specimens,
1 set of experiment instructions

Order Details

020.50000 WP 500 Torsion Tester, 30 Nm