Servo Electric Controllers
The Servo
Electric Controller is designed
as a substitute for dead weight
creep stands, transforming them into a low
cost automated load stroke or strain controller system.
The controller interfaces with two of our load actuators for continuous loads
up 5000 lb. and 10,000 lb.
The actuators can be mounted to our optional aluminum frame stand so you can get your test up and running quick and efficiently. The frame is designed to adapt to your requirements allowing the actuator to be mounted above or below the testing area. The adjustable frame stand can adapt to most autoclaves, ovens or custom chambers, the small 2'X2' footprint allows many test setups in tightly constrained laboratory space.
The Model 5K Servo actuator is capable of controlling tensile loads continuously up to 5000 lbs (temporarily to 7500 lbs) while our Model 10K actuator is capable of continuous loads up to 10,000 lbs. Both actuators operate over a 3.25 inch stroke range and are capable of controlled rates between 1e-300"/min and 75"/min.
The servo control panel can be programmed manually remotely to adjust the load, stroke or strain control point in real-time. A built-in waveform generator can be programmed to cycle or ramp the control point for hours, days or even months for unattended testing. Since the controller contains a closed loop digital PID controller, the control point is accurately managed in real time under a wide range of conditions.
The
servo control panel has an RS-232 serial and Ethernet port enabling a computer to have full control of the
servo
controller for even more flexibility. Languages such as LabVIEW, Visual Basic etc. can control the units operation while collecting data for long or short term data logging or real-time graphing. Custom computer based control
applications can be developed to provide the required functionality for specific applications. Incorporating computer application programs to access and control the
controller makes
the Model 5K and Model 10K servo a truly flexible unit.
The short 28" height for the Model 5K frame and 31" for Model 10K frame allows it to be mounted under an existing table or test stand allowing unobstructed access above the work area. Pressure vessels, temperature and humidity chambers etc. can be mounted above the work area providing a wide range of controlled environments. With the load frame mounted virtually at any angle or orientation the 5K Servo adapts to a wide range of testing requirements.
The Model 5K and 10K systems power efficiency allows the entire load frame to
operate at
120V (or 240V) AC under 5 amps peak. This allows the use of low cost
desktop uninterruptable power sources (UPS) to sustain continuous operation even during a power outage.
Best of all the 5K and 10K Servo load frame does not require costly maintenance programs, special power requirements, dedicated location or expensive training like similar materials testers.
Since the Servo controller is designed as a general purpose instrument, the uses are limitless. From low speed long term creep testing to faster cyclic fatigue analysis, its functionality goes a long way.
Optional two channel digital load cell amplifier with TEDS (Transducer Electronic Data Sheet) support is available to simplify calibration procedures, minimizes thermal feedback deviations and adds the ability to exchange various load cells while preserving load calibration.
System pricing starts at $40,000 for the Model 5K and
$45,000 for the Model 10K
actuators. The optional frame stand for either actuator is available starting at $7000.
Additional information is available from our public FTP server at ftp.interactiveinstruments.com
Model 15K Servo Electric Controller