MPX Series Motorized Impact Testing System

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Instron introduces the MPX Series of motorized pendulum impact testers ideal for testing metals to Charpy and Izod standards. Safe, quick and easy to operate, the MPX is available in capacities from 300 to 900 J. Fracta™ Software for simple data acquisition and calculation of energy is included with the system.

Features/Benefits

  • Available energy: 300, 450, 600, 750 and 900J
  • Capable of Charpy and Izod testing
  • Motor-driven raising of hammer with auto-return after test for increased productivity and operator safety
  • Electromagnetic brake/clutch control allows hammer to be safely dropped
  • Dual latched hammer to avoid accidental release
  • Safety enclosure with interlocks prevents drop of hammer and stops movement when any door is open

Standards

The MPX is designed to meet the following standards:

  • ASTM E23 Standard Test Methods for Notched Bar Impact Testing of Metallic Materials
  •  EN 10045 Charpy Impact Testing on Metallic Materials
  • ISO 148 Metallic Materials – Charpy Pendulum Impact Test
  • GOST 9454 Impact Bending Test Method at Low, Room and High Temperatures
  • CE Compliant
  • Instrumented Charpy tup and DynaTup Impulse data acquisition software
  • Non-instrumented Izod striker and vise kit
  • Auxiliary steel base recommended by ISO 148
  • Foundation attachement kit and mounting template
  • Subsize specimen test supports

 Options

Note: Concrete foundation not supplied by Instron. Construction requirements provided in manual.

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