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Extensometers
Instron offers one of the industry’s most comprehensive ranges of extensometers, providing precise, reliable strain measurement for virtually any materials testing application. From clip-on and automatic contacting units to advanced video and non-contacting systems, Instron’s extensometers deliver exceptional accuracy and repeatability across static, dynamic, and high-temperature environments. Designed and manufactured in-house, these solutions support global ASTM and ISO testing standards, helping laboratories achieve consistent, traceable results across metals, composites, plastics, and elastomers.
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Contacting Extensometers
AMETEK Sensors, Test & Calibration
The contacting extensometers are designed for accurate strain and extension measurement of a material up to a maximum sample thickness of 25 mm.
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Custom Extensometers
Jinan Testing Equipment IE Corporation
Special biaxial extensometer for limiting dome height bulge tester for sheet metal formability testing. Simultaneous X and Y strain measurements are taken.
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Extensometers for Simple Performance Testing of Asphalt
Model 3909
Jinan Testing Equipment IE Corporation
Designed for measuring axial displacements in the simple performance tests prescribed by NCHRP Report 465, and determining dynamic modulus of hot mix asphalt per AASHTO TP062.
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High Temperature, Low Strain, Extended Performance Capacitive Extensometers
Model 7650A
Jinan Testing Equipment IE Corporation
Model 7650A extensometers measure strains with extremely high precision due to their design features and low strain range. All models are capable of tension and compression strain measurement, and may be used for fatigue testing under fully reversed load and strain conditions at frequencies up to 10 Hz.All 7650A models mount rigidly on the load frame and incorporate slide mounting to bring the extensometer into contact with the specimen. The gauge length is set automatically before mounting on the test specimen, which allows for hot mounting after thermal equilibrium has been reached.These units are specifically designed to provide high accuracy, high resolution measurements and perform high temperature fatigue testing at the highest possible frequencies. They incorporate capacitive sensors for low operating force and include electronics with programmable filtering and multi-point linearization for improved performance and accuracy. The overall design minimizes, and in many cases virtually eliminates, any influence from common lab environment vibrations.These water-cooled extensometers are equipped with high purity alumina rods for specimen contact when testing to 1200℃ (2200°F). Silicon carbide rods are used for the 1600℃ (2900°F) high temperature option.The Model 7650A is often customized for specific test needs. Contact Epsilon for a configuration that matches your requirement.
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Rebar Coupler and Rebar Splice Extensometers
Model 3567
Jinan Testing Equipment IE Corporation
Extensometers for measuring elongation of rebar coupler, splicer, and sleeve assemblies. Use for tension, cyclic, slip, and differential elongation tests.
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Rock, Concrete and Asphalt Extensometers
7 models cover axial, circumferential and diametral testing on aggregate material.
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Deflection Gauge Extensometers
AMETEK Sensors, Test & Calibration
We supply a wide range of deflection gauge extensometers ideal for measuring deformation in three and four point bend tests and in compression testing applications.
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Long Travel Extensometers
AMETEK Sensors, Test & Calibration
We provide two long travel extensometers for materials testing; the EZ250Plus and the EX800Plus.The second type is suitable for use with rigid, semi-rigid and ductile materials. The extensometer is supplied with a universal voltage external power supply unit, a loom and a connector to fit a range of machines, as well as a mounting stand.
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Circumferential Extensometers
Model 3544
Jinan Testing Equipment IE Corporation
Designed for concrete and rock compression testing or for compression tests on other large samples. This model may be used simultaneously with the Model 3542RA axial extensometers.
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High-Temperature Extensometers < 1000°C Capacitive
2632 Series
Is typically used in hot tensile applications with tube type furnaces and consist of a separate measuring unit and suspension arm assembly. The measuring unit uses an LVDT with a fixed travel that remains outside of the furnace, the arms are located mostly inside of the heating system and attach the specimen to the measuring unit.
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Averaging Extensometers for ASTM D5656 Shear Tests
Model 4013
Jinan Testing Equipment IE Corporation
The Model 4013 extensometer meets the requirements of ASTM D5656 for measuring the strain properties of an adhesive in shear. It uses different contact point spacing compared to the extensometer shown in D5656. This makes it much easier to mount and eliminates the slippage problems associated with the design shown in the ASTM standard. The Model 4013 is available with all of Epsilon’s temperature configurations. It has a 3.0 mm (0.12 inches) full scale measuring range. The conical point contacts included with the extensometer are made from tungsten carbide.The Model 4013 extensometers are strain gaged devices, making them compatible with any electronics designed for strain gaged transducers. Most often they are connected to a test machine controller. The signal conditioning electronics for the extensometer is typically included with the test machine controller or may often be added. In this case the extensometer is shipped with the proper connector and wiring to plug directly into the electronics. For systems lacking the required electronics, Epsilon can provide a variety of solutions, allowing the extensometer output to be connected to data acquisition boards, chart recorders or other equipment.
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Video Extensometers
The VE1 is a high precision video extensometer that uses a non-contacting optical measurement based on a digital camera and real time image processing to measure the longitudinal and transversal strain during tensile tests.
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Contactless Laser Extensometers
Jinan Testing Equipment IE Corporation
Model LE-05 and LE-15 extensometers measure strain optically, without contacting the specimen, using laser diode technology. The extensometers are self-contained and portable. They may be interfaced with a variety of testing machines and data acquisition systems using the ±10V analog output or bi-directional RS-232 serial port. Operation may be local or remote. A digital display is included. The scanning beam is always perpendicular to the specimen, unlike most laser extensometers. This eliminates errors when viewing through windows in chambers. It also minimizes sensitivity to the distance between the extensometer and the sample. Because the unit measures reflected light, no receiver is required behind the sample.
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Averaging Axial Extensometers for Large Compression Samples
Model 3542RA
Jinan Testing Equipment IE Corporation
Designed primarily for compressive strength tests on rock, concrete and other large compression samples, this model measures axial strain on opposite sides of the test specimen, and the output is an average of the two readings. Gauge lengths from 1 to 8 inches (25 to 200 mm) and measuring ranges from 0.050 to 0.250 inches (1.2 to 6 mm) are available.
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Transverse (Diametral) Extensometers
Model 3575
Jinan Testing Equipment IE Corporation
Designed for general purpose transverse or diametral strain measurement on axially loaded specimens. This model may be used simultaneously with the model 3542 axial extensometer.
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Long Gauge Length Axial Extensometers
Model 3542L
Jinan Testing Equipment IE Corporation
The dual flexure design makes the 3542L very rugged and insensitive to vibrations. These extensometers are designed for testing a wide range of materials including metals, plastics, composites and ceramics. Epsilon’s Model 3543 is recommended for applications requiring long gauge lengths and larger measuring ranges.The Model 3542L comes standard with Epsilon’s quick attach kit, making it easy to mount the extensometer on the test specimen. The quick attach kit can be removed, allowing mounting of the extensometer with springs or rubber bands.The 3542L extensometers are strain gaged devices, making them compatible with any electronics designed for strain gaged transducers. Most often they are connected to a test machine controller. The signal conditioning electronics for the extensometer is typically included with the test machine controller or may often be added. In this case the extensometer is shipped with the proper connector and wiring to plug directly into the electronics. For systems lacking the required electronics, Epsilon can provide a variety of solutions, allowing the extensometer output to be connected to data acquisition boards, chart recorders or other equipment.
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Axial Torsional Extensometers
Model 3550
Jinan Testing Equipment IE Corporation
Designed for simultaneously measuring axial and torsional deflections on specimens tested in axial/torsional machines.
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Bi-Axial or Axial Averaging Extensometers
Model 3560
Jinan Testing Equipment IE Corporation
This extensometer is ideally suited for testing anisotropic materials such as advanced composites as well as for general purpose tests like determining Poisson’s ratio. The Model 3560BIA uses a design unique to Epsilon, where the knife edges remain parallel during the displacement. This approach greatly reduces crosstalk between axes and allows use on round or flat specimens with equal ease. These extensometers are very easy to mount. Integral springs hold the unit on the test sample. The parallel multiple flexure design makes these units very durable.The Model 3560AVG reads axial strain only as a single averaged output. It may also be supplied with two independent outputs, one measurement from each side of the specimen. This set-up is most commonly required when an indication of specimen bending is desired. The second version, the Model 3560BIA, includes both the averaged axial strain and the transverse strain. Again, this may also be configured as dual independent axial readings, which results in a three channel extensometer.The Model 3560 extensometers are strain gaged devices, making them compatible with any electronics designed for strain gaged transducers. Most often they are connected to a test machine controller. The signal conditioning electronics for the extensometer is typically included with the test machine controller or may often be added. In this case the extensometer is shipped with the proper connector and wiring to plug directly into the electronics. For systems lacking the required electronics, Epsilon can provide a variety of solutions, allowing the extensometer output to be connected to data acquisition boards, chart recorders or other equipment.
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Extensometers
Extensometers measure strain, the change in length of a specimen divided by the original length (gauge length) of the specimen. Tinius Olsen offers wide range of extensometers based on your testing needs including video, optical and physical contact with specimen.
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One-Touch, Strain Gauge Extensometers
SSG-H Series
The SSG-H series of strain gauge extensometers are compliant with ISO, JIS, and ASTM tensile test standards for hard plastics and metal materials Featuring a wide elongation measurement range with the ability to measure using small gauge lengths, these lightweight, clip-on strain gauge extensometers attach to both rod and flat plate specimens.
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Deflection Gauge Extensometers
We supply a wide range of deflection gauge extensometers ideal for measuring deformation in three and four point bend tests and in compression testing applications.
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High Temperature Diametral Extensometers (1000 C)
Model 3580
Jinan Testing Equipment IE Corporation
This model is for diametral strain measurement with furnace and induction heating systems. Quartz rods and water-cooling allow the unit to be used for high temperature testing of metals, ceramics and composites. With induction heating, this model often can be used without water-cooling. When used in furnaces, the extensometer is often mounted directly to the furnace side cut-out. Optional load frame mounting brackets are available for supporting the extensometer in cases where furnace mounting is not possible. These optional mounts are used with induction heating or furnace systems. The Model 3580 extensometers are strain gaged devices, making them compatible with any electronics designed for strain gaged transducers. Most often they are connected to a test machine controller. The signal conditioning electronics for the extensometer is typically included with the test machine controller or may often be added. In this case the extensometer is shipped with the proper connector and wiring to plug directly into the electronics. For systems lacking the required electronics, Epsilon can provide a variety of solutions, allowing the extensometer output to be connected to data acquisition boards, chart recorders or other equipment.
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High Temperature Axial Torsional Extensometers (1200 C or 1600 C)
Model 7650
Jinan Testing Equipment IE Corporation
Model 7650 extensometers are primarily used on round specimens tested in bi-axial test machines capable of simultaneous axial and torsional loading. All models are capable of bi-directional displacement in both axes and may be used for strain-controlled fatigue testing under fully reversed load and strain conditions at frequencies up to 10 Hz.All 7650 models mount rigidly on the load frame and incorporate slide mounting to bring the extensometer into contact with the specimen. The gauge length is set automatically before mounting on the test specimen, which allows for hot mounting after thermal equilibrium has been reached.These units are specifically designed to minimize crosstalk between axes and to provide high accuracy, high resolution measurements. They incorporate capacitive sensors for low operating force and include electronics with programmable filtering and multi-point linearization for improved performance and accuracy. The overall design minimizes, and in many cases virtually eliminates, any influence from common lab environment vibrations.These water-cooled extensometers are equipped with high purity alumina rods with conical rod tips for specimen contact when testing to 1200℃(2200°F). Silicon carbide rods are used for the 1600℃ (2900°F) high temperature option.
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Automatic Contacting Extensometry
AUTOX750
The Instron AutoX750 automatic contacting extensometer offers automated, high-precision strain measurement by motor-driven contact arms to engage specimens—eliminating manual setup while maintaining sub-micron accuracy over long travel. They integrate seamlessly with Instron testing frames and software to reduce operator error, speed cycle times, and ensure repeatable, standards-compliant strain data for metals, plastics, composites, and elastomers.
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Video Extensometers
AMETEK Sensors, Test & Calibration
The VE1 is a high precision video extensometer that uses a non-contacting optical measurement based on a digital camera and real time image processing to measure the longitudinal and transversal strain during tensile tests.
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Miniature Transverse (Diametral) Extensometers
Model 3475
Jinan Testing Equipment IE Corporation
A miniature extensometer designed for general purpose transverse or diametral strain measurements on small or thin specimens. May be used simultaneously with the Model 3442 miniature axial extensometers or the Model 3542 axial extensometers.
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Long-Travel Extensometer For Soft Materials
DSES-1000
A Long-Travel Extensometer That Is Now Easier to Use and Even More Precise The DSES-1000 is a long-travel contact-type extensometer able to measure displacement up to the breakpoint in tensile tests of rubber and other soft materials. The upper and lower arms are clamped to respective gauge positions using a simple single operation, with each arm tracking sample elongation independently.
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Contacting Extensometers
The contacting extensometers are designed for accurate strain and extension measurement of a material up to a maximum sample thickness of 25 mm.
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High Temperature, Low Strain Capacitive Extensometers (1200 C or 1600 C)
Model 3648
Jinan Testing Equipment IE Corporation
These extensometers use a high temperature capacitive sensor in combination with an innovative design to achieve high accuracy strain measurements in low measuring ranges not possible with other high temperature extensometers. They mount on a slide bracket (included) that can attach to the load frame of your test system; optional load frame mounting brackets are available. The overall design reduces any influence from common lab environment vibrations.The standard temperature version (to 1200℃) is supplied with high purity alumina rods. The high temperature option is furnished with alpha grade silicon carbide rods. Rods are made to order to the length required for your furnace. These units are made to order in many different gauge lengths and measuring ranges.The extensometer comes with a signal conditioner. The output is an analog DC voltage, factory calibrated with the extensometer to 0 to ±10 VDC typically. They are readily interfaced with most existing test controllers, and may be directly connected to data acquisition systems and chart recorders. Bringing the signal into a spare DC input channel (or external input) on the test controller allows the extensometer to be used for strain controlled tests like low cycle fatigue.





























