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Testing Accessories
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Instron has used its wealth of applications and engineering experience to produce the most extensive range of accessories for materials testing instruments in the industry. Made up of hundreds of grips, fixtures, load cells, and other accessories, our vast range of general purpose and application-focused accessories are designed to help you get the most from your materials testing system.
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Interface Systems
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To build a complete and accurate force measurement system, it’s essential to integrate a compatible sensor, instrumentation, and proper cables and connectors. Start with a high-quality load cell or torque transducer that suits your application needs. Pair it with compatible instrumentation, such as a signal conditioner, digital display, or data acquisition system, that can properly excite the sensor and interpret its output. To ensure signal integrity and reliable performance, use shielded, appropriately rated cables and connectors designed for your environment and sensor type. When all components are correctly matched and system calibrated, the result is a precise and dependable measurement system.
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(25kN) Fatigue Testing Systems
8872
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The 8872 fatigue testing system is ideal for fatigue and static testing of biomedical, advanced materials, and manufactured components. The servohydraulic actuator is conveniently located in the crosshead for easy table mounting. The T-slot base makes it easy to secure orthopaedic specimens, automotive components, and manufacturing assemblies. The adjustable crosshead, actuator-mounted load cell, and corrosion resistant T-slot base with unique drain channel are essential for testing biomedical specimens immersed in a saline bath.
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High Precision Compression Type Load Cell
ZR
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A high-precision compression-type load cell is a sensor that accurately measures compressive (pushing) forces, designed for applications requiring very tight accuracy and reliability. It works by converting a downward force into an electrical signal, often using strain gauges to measure deformation, and is used in demanding fields like calibration, manufacturing, and medical equipment.
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Load Cell Transmitter
MODEL SST-LV
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The SST-LV is a Plug & Play Smart TEDS IEEE 1451.4 compliant Transmitter. Just plug in a TEDS compatible Load Cell or Torque Sensor and the SST-LV will automatically self-calibrate. When used with a non-TEDS Load Cell or Torque Sensor, the SST-LV Transmitter is easily programmed using a PC with an RS232 port and Instrument Setup (IS) software, which provides a graphical user interface. The SST-LV may be powered from 12-30 Vac or 10-48 Vdc. The SST-HV Has an Isolated transducer excitation output that is selectable between 5Vdc or 10Vdc. There are Dual solid state relays and an Isolated 4-20 mA, 0-20 mA or 0-10V analog output. There are three Isolated serial data transmitter output ( RS232 , Half-duplex RS485, full-duplex RS485 ) and three serial protocols that are software selectable (Modbus RTU, Modbus ASCII and Custom ASCII). Isolation to 250V rms is provided for power, signal input, analog output, relay outputs, and communications. Isolation adds safety and avoids possible ground loops. The transducer excitation output is isolated to 50V from signal ground.
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Through Hole Load Washer Load Cell Compression Only
LWO SERIES
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The LW0 Series are washer shaped, strain gage based load cells that have been most commonly used in fastener testing and thru hole load applications. Our stocked ranges from 2,400 through 300,000 lb compression are made from 17-4ph heat treated stainless steel and are matched to bolt diameters and their specific load characteristics. Modifications of diameters, thicknesses, or load range to a specific diameter for OEM applications are welcomed. The sensing element incorporates bonded foil strain gages of the highest quality and are sealed for protection against most industrial environments.
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Rod End Load Cell
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Futek Advanced Sensor Technology, Inc.
FUTEK’s Rod End Load Cells provide an excellent solution for applications involving Inline Actuators or Hydraulic Jacks with Male/Female Threads. You will find a capacity
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Canister Load Cell
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Futek Advanced Sensor Technology, Inc.
FUTEK provides a wide range of Canister Load Cells designed for high capacity compression applications. These models offer robust construction with a capacity range beginning
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Force Sensors
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The Force Sensors segment includes a broad line of load cells and force measurement transducers that are offered as precision sensors for industrial and commercial use. Typical applications for force sensors are in medical devices (such as hospital beds and medication dosing), agricultural equipment (for precision force measurement), and construction machinery (for tipping and overload protection). These sensors use our foil technology products, which serve as sensing elements and components within each unit. Further integration of our load cells technology is also offered as part of our weighing module products, which provide customers with a complete sensor assembly that may be used within a wide variety of digital transducers.
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Low Profile Compression Only Load Button Load Cell with Mounting
LBO SERIES
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The LBO Series (Load Button) load cells are offered for compression only applications where space is limited. Matching surface must be flat and at least the diameter of (D1). The loading diameter (D2) is slightly convex for accurate load distribution. Threaded mounting holes are provided on the bottom surface for fastening down from beneath. These sensors are manufactured from heat treated 17-4phstainless steel and sealed for use in mostindustrial environments.
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Economical Hydraulic Manual Universal Testing Machine
WEW-D Series
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Jinan Testing Equipment IE Corporation
WEW-D series hydraulic manual UTM is suitable for testing tension, compression and other strengths of various metallic or nonmetallic materials with high strength. The hydraulic manual UTM is capable of testing the characters of materials on physical & technology properties. As a manual control & economical UTM, the hydraulic manual UTM is with reasonable and reliable configurations (load cell or pressure transducer, extensometer, photoelectric encoder, servo motor & driver, standard screws), which can satisfy ordinary testing requirements. Digital controller and computer with software can be equipped on this machine to realize the test date/curve collecting and process. The hydraulic UTM of economical type is easy to operate and is versatile in the applications of metallurgy manufacturers such as steel mills & alloy, reinforced bar etc.
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500 N Screw Flat Grips
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500 N (110 lbf) screw flat grips are for use with low-capacity AGS-X series and EZ-X series load cells and come with flat grip faces. Similar to standard screw flat grips, these grips are versatile and are used for static tensile testing a wide range of materials, including rubbers, plastics, textiles, cloth, and paper, in film form.
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Thru Hole Donut Load Cell
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Futek Advanced Sensor Technology, Inc.
The Thru Hole Donut Load Cell Series offers 5 models built for Off-Center Loading, Press, or Inline compression applications. These models have a very robust construction available in 17-4 Stainless Steel, with an I.D. range of 1/8" to 1 1/4".
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Solar Cell Testers
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Solar Cell Testers are integrated systems incorporating Solar Simulator and I-V Measurement systems. PET offers Standard and Advance IV Measurement software. PET Cell Testers are capable of measuring a diverse range of solar cell parameters such as Isc,Voc, Imax,Vmax, Pmax, FF, Rsh, Rs and η cell conversion efficiency, complete light and dark I-V curves. All that needs to be done to test a cell is to load the cell, make electrical probes contact and press “Measure” icon on the I-V Measurement System software. The software will automatically open the Solar Simulator shutter, perform the test and close the shutter after the test is complete. The design is modular in nature and can be easily upgraded. Some options can added at a later time.
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sbRIO-9237, Non-Enclosed, 50 kS/s/channel, Bridge Analog Input, 4-Channel C Series Strain/Bridge Input Module
781209-01
Strain/Bridge Input Module
Non-Enclosed, 50 kS/s/channel, Bridge Analog Input, 4-Channel C Series Strain/Bridge Input Module - The sbRIO‑9237 includes all the signal conditioning required to power and measure up to four bridge-based sensors simultaneously. The module provides strain or load measurements with zero interchannel phase delay. It also has 60 VDC isolation and 1,000 Vrms transient isolation, providing high‑common‑mode noise rejection and increased safety. You can program the sbRIO‑9237 for use with half-bridge and full-bridge sensors with built-in excitation. The four RJ50 jacks provide direct connectivity to most torque or load cells and offer custom cable solutions with minimal tools. Non-enclosed modules are designed for OEM applications.
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10 N Screw Flat Grips
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10 N (2.2 lbf) screw flat grips are primarily used for tensile testing low force, soft materials such as yarn, paper, plastics, and cloth, in film or wire geometry. Grip faces are flat and rubber-coated, and the supplied coupling joints for the 10 N screw flat grips are designed for use on lower-capacity load cells.
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Force Sensor Elements
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TE Connectivity (TE) enables OEMs to measure force using MEMS-based technology load cells. The same proprietary piezoresistive silicon strain gage technology used to measure pressure can also be configured into a reliable, low-cost package to measure force.
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Static Load Cells (500 N to 600 kN)
2580 Series
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The Instron 2580 Series static load cells are high-precision force transducers optimized for use with 5900 and 6800 Series universal testing systems, capable of measuring loads across a wide range (up to ±600 kN) with accuracy to 0.5 % of reading and sensitivity down to 1/1000th of full scale. Temperature-compensated and calibrated on equipment traceable to international standards, they have automatic recognition with an electronic serial number and support electronic calibration, while offering overload protection (up to 150 % without damage, 300 % without mechanical failure). The 2580’s design delivers high stiffness and reliable alignment under load—making it a robust choice for tension, compression, cyclic, and reverse stress testing in materials and components.
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Dynacell Load Cells
2527 Series
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Dynacell is the world's first truly dynamic load cell, designed from the outset for measuring dynamic loads. Dynacell introduces the following advantages: *Reduces dynamic load errors which can be a significant percentage of reading*Increases productivity by allowing higher frequency operation while maintaining test validity *Improvements such as doubling the frequency are common
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Load Cells & Mounting Kits
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Load cells are commonly used to measure weight in an industrial environment. They can be installed on hoppers, reactors, etc., to control their weight capacity, which is often of critical importance for an industrial process.
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Press Force Load Cell
6000 Series
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Press Force Load Cells are strain gage based transducers for press-force monitoring. This type offers capacities up to 100 kN with compensated temperature performances. Cable is contained within a stainless steel spring for strain relief purposes for additional protection.
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Load Cell Measurement Interface
LCIC-1106a
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Industrial Measurement Systems Ltd.
Any application related to weighing or measuring forces is now available in your PC...Stand-alone microcomputer-based interface card requires no other interfacing accessories. Simply connect th
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Force Sensors
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TE Connectivity (TE) designs and manufactures force sensors for applications that require high performance or unique packaging, including electro-mechanical flight control, test and measurement and ultra-low cost OEM load cells for medium to high volumes. Based on our proprietary piezoresistive silicon strain gage (Microfused) technology, our sensors combine durability and long-term stability in extremely low cost packages.
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Pancake Load Cell
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Futek Advanced Sensor Technology, Inc.
The Pancake Load Cell category offers 20 models built for Endurance, Off-Center Loading, or Inline applications. These models are available in a wide capacity
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Miniature S-Beam Load Cell
500 Series
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The Miniature S-Beam Load Cell is a bi-directional Aluminium strain gage based transducer with high performance and builtin temperature compensation. This design provides better than ±0.1% (full scale) non-linearity and includes overload protection in both tension and compression directions. Options include IEEE1451.4 TEDS capability.
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Gear Shift Sensors and Displays
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Variohm can offer compression/tension gear shift load cells, as well as gear number displays which accept a rotary potentiometer input to define gear position.
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Force & Strain Measurement
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Load cells, tank weighing devices, balances, scales, force gauges, torque sensors and strain gauges including diaphragm, dual parallel, linear, rosette, T-rosette, and torsion and shear types.
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4 2/3 Strain Gage Meter (1/32 DIN)
CS3-SG
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CS3-SG Strain Gauge Indicator has been designed with high accuracy measurement, display and communication of DC signal 0~1.0/~4.0mV or 0~10.0/~40.0mV as like as Load Cell or Strain Gauge.The meter supports Field Calibration function. It can be calibrated with sensor(Load Cell/Strain Gauge) to meet machinery structure.They are also building in 2 Relay outputs, 1 External Control Input, 1 Analogue output or 1 RS485(Modbus RTU Mode) interface with versatile functions such as control, alarm, re-transmission or communication for a wide range of machinery and testing equipments applications.
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Tensile Compression Force Tester
ESM303
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The ESM303 is a highly configurable single-column force tester for tension and compression measurement applications up to 300 lbF [1.5 kN], with a rugged design suitable for laboratory and production environments. Sample setup and fine positioning are a breeze with available FollowMeTM force-based positioning - using your hand as your guide, push and pull on the force gauge or load cell to move the crosshead at a variable rate of speed.
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Auto Calibration for Load & Extensiometer
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Jinan Testing Equipment IE Corporation
TE electronic calibration module provides an easy way to calibrate load cell or extensometer and signal conditioning electronics without using a mechanical calibrator. It enables performing on-site electrical calibration and easy to periodically “spot check”, which will help ensure that the load cell and the extensometer and electronics are calibrated correctly.
