FT1 Series Friction Tester Machines User Manual
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1. 52 FT1UserManual International Svmbols WEEE Directive This equipment contains electrical and electronic circuits and should not be directly disposed of in a landfill site RoHS This product is ROHS and China RoHS compliant AMETEK TEST amp CALIBRATION INSTRUMENTS www lloyd instruments com UK USA Singapore Tel 44 0 1243 833 370 Florida Tel 65 6484 2388 uk far general ametek co uk Tel 1 727 538 6000 ametekdk ametek com chatillon fl larOametek com France are China Tel 33 0 1 30 68 89 40 California Shanghai general lloyd instruments ametek fr Tel 1 800 444 1850 Tel 86 21 5868 5111 sales crystalengineering net MAN Germanv eying Tel 49 0 2159 9136 510 India Tel 86 10 8526 2111 info mct de ametek de Tel 91 22 2836 4750 Guangzhou ametekdk ametek com Tel 86 20 8363 4768 Denmark lloyd ametek com cn Tel 45 4816 8000 ametekdk ametek com Information in this document is subject to change without notice 2013 by AMETEK Inc www ametek com All rights reserved Sires2. allow the crosshead to be moved at a fast speed and therefore it is essential to ensure there are no obstructions These keys should only be used for moving large distances and not for final adjustment when the grips are close together They are available when a test is not being performed and only operate whilst pressed 18 FT1 User Manual Jog Keys Fast Jog Zero ZERO RETURN Go Stop Return NOTE The STOP key is not to be used for EMERGENCY STOP conditions The Emergency Stop key is located on the left side of the machine base Pressing this key sets the load and extension values to zero This is normally carried out at the start of a test but can be used at any time when not performing a test If Auto Zero was selected in the set up routine the system will automatically zero when GO is pressed Pressing this key returns the crosshead to the position where the zero button was last pressed The crosshead will move at maximum speed The return button is available when a test is not being performed The second group contains 4 kevs directiv below the displav These Soft Kevs are used to select various options that are identified bv the text displaved on the lower lines of the displav as described later Dvnamic Function Kevs Mapped to Displaved Information ALPHA NUMERIC KEVS contains 12 kevs on the left hand side of the kevpad These kevs are used to enter text or numbers and are labelled 1 t
3. Load Cell Cable Support The Load Cell Cable Support can be adjusted up or down on the FT1 Column Extrusion using a 5mm Hex Kev Ensure there is plentv of length in the cable so that the crosshead can travel without pulling the cable assembiv FT1 User Manual 13 4 3 GENERAL PRECAUTIONS The following points should be considered is When installing the upper grip particularly heavy ones on the load cell eye end avoid bumping the eye end If the grip is a close fit DO NOT FORCE IT establish the reason and rectify Im mediately set or re set the bottom limit stop so the grips will not meet when the crosshead is lowered See section 7 5 LIMIT STOPS In both tension and compression tests centre the specimen in line with the axis of the load cell and the bottom fixed anchoring device or pin to avoid side thrust In compression tests care must be taken to avoid bringing the platens together or against solid specimens at high speed Load cells thus damaged cannot be repaired Ensure that the lower crosshead limit is set correctly See section 7 5 LIMIT STOPS In compression tests if special lower fixtures are used ensure that they are fixed in position so they cannot be accidentally moved to block the normal downward movement of the upper fixture e g where a tongue on the upper fixture must fit into a slot in the lower fixture See sec tion 7 4 LOWER ANCHOR PIN ADJUSTMENT Avoid overloading beyond the load cell rated capacity
4. 4 FEET 2 0 64 I 425 130 0 155 0 jp SD jan 155 0 425 t ee PLAN VIEW MOUNTING POSITIONS THREADS FOR MACHINE STABILITY KIT ALL DIMENSIONS ARE IN mm 250 3 4 VOLTAGE SELECTION The FT1 can be used with electricity supplies of either 230Vac 10 or 115Vac 10 The power in put cable should be inserted at the rear of the machine Before switching on the machine vou MUST check the correct voltage has been selected on the mains input connector Ensure that the selection is correct for the voltage of your power supply CAUTION You must check to ensure the correct voltage has been selected on the mains A input connector before vou switch the machine ON To change the voltage setting unplug the mains lead from the back of the machine and use a screwdriver to open the voltage selector The screwdriver should then be used to move the selector from the 115V position to the 230V position as appropriate You MUST also check that the fuse rating is suitable for the supply voltage that you are using The fuses live and neutral located inside the power input connector The FT1 test machine uses two ceramic high breaking capacity type fuses 20mm x 5mm as shown above The two fuses are assembled into the power entry module fuse block as shown above WARNING Replace the fuses with the exact same type and rating as the ones supplied by factory Do not replace with higher or lower rated fuses Fu
5. ON OFF Switch Fitting the Load Cell one Additional Load Cells 11 Fitting the Friction Tester bed 12 Fitting the String Holder 12 LOAD CELUS neiii 13 Care of Load CellSi iiiissiiiiserii 13 Fitting Load Cells 13 General Precautions 0 0 0 14 ACCESSORIES and STRUCTURE 15 CONTROL CONSOLES 17 Main Control Console Description 17 Keypad Operation and Description 18 MAG Display mir rat 20 SWITCH ON Dlisplay 20 OPERATIONAL PRECAUTION 22 Sally is i tai sa Emergencv Stop Splinter Shields ae Lower Anchor Pin Adjustment 24 Limit Stop Sissin 25 PERFORMING A TEST 27 Performing a Test Pa Test Parameters Selecting a Test Starting a TES iiinis StoppIng Test siiis Printing Test Results sits Canceling or Accepting Results 30 Viewing the Statistics 31 Error Conditions 31 9 0 9 1 9 2 9 3 9 4 9 5 9 6 9 7 9 8 9 9 9 10 9 11 9 12 9 13 9 14 9 15 9 16 9 17 9 18 9 19 9 20 9 21 9 22 10 0 10 1 11 0 11 1 11 2 12 0 12 1 12 2 13 0 14 0 SETTING UP A NEW TEST 32 Pre defined Test Setups ra Default Global Settings Editing a Pre defined Test Setup 34 Password Access 34 Renaming the Test 35 Deleting a Test fi Global
6. Prior to testing ensure if possible that the maximum force anticipated will not exceed the capacity of the cell installed If maximum capacity is approached during a test run the machine at slow speed in local mode and reverse the crosshead if capacity is exceeded LLOYD INSTRUMENTS load cells are built to exceed the standards as set out by ASTM BS DIN etc All load cells on FT1 machines are user changeable Various capacities are available from 5N up to the capacity of the frame While cells may be used below 10 of capacity it is recommended that when such lower forces are anticipated a lower force cell be installed such that the test force will fall in the upper 90 of its range This will give the best signal to noise performance of the load measuring system NOTE All machines incorporate overload protection which will stop the machine if capacity is exceeded in either tension or compression However at higher speeds mo mentum may carry the crosshead far enough after shut off to damage the cell All load cells can be damaged this way but in low force cells this distance is very short Load cells that incur damage due to overloading cannot be repaired 14 FT1 User Manual 5 0 ACCESSORIES AND STRUCTURE BOT 0184 00 Adaptor Load Cell To Cord SCT 0318 00 Cord Retaining Screw 07 1183 Pulley Wheel With Bearing TPE 0132 00 Double Sided Tape PLT 1270 00 Sled BRT 0833 00 Sample Attachment Bracket PLT 1272 00 Friction Base Table SRT
7. Sample Extenso r Range Printout Used 800 00 All EXH750 mm The extensometer range will default to the maximum range of the extensometer but can be changed by pressing the Range Soft Key Pressing the Sample Printout Soft Key toggles between Result and All Result will print the 4 results and All will print the 4 results and the machine parameters Pressing the Plotter Output Soft Key toggles between Disabled and Enabled In the Enabled position the following screen will be displayed where the plotting parameters can be set Press a key to change a parameter Plotter load Ext Output 100 0 100 Enabled N mm 42 FT1User Manual 9 19 TEST RESULTS Pressing the Test Results Soft Kev from the Test Setup Displav will allow the test results units and passifail limits to be set Press a kev to change a parameter Test Pass Fail Results Checks Units Off Pressing the Tests Result Units Soft Key allows the units to be set Press a key to change a parameter Peak COF K Load mm N 9 20 PASS FAIL VALUES If Pass Fail is set to On another two options are available Press a key to change a parameter Test Pass Fail COFS COF K Result Checks Pass Fail Pass Fail Units On MaxCOFS MinCOFS 0 00 0 00 Pressing either the Break Pass Fail limits or Peak Pass Fail Soft Keys will allow the values to be set COF K Pass Fail Values Max COFS Min COF S 0 00 0 00 FT1 User
8. tives only The final and full compliance with the require ments of the MSD 2006 42 EC will be depen dant on the industry application material to be tested location of the use ect the final user must take the necessary steps to ensure the The note icon indicates additional or supplementary information about the action activity or concept Notes are shown in bold type safety of the operator other people machine and properties by providing guards shields screen adequate lighting adequate ventilation ect Furthermore when the machine is installed wired and ready for its intended use the final user must conduct the final Risk Assessment on the machine including all such safety measures shield guard etc to satisfy the requirements of Machinerv Directive and EHSR Essential Health and Safetv Requirements A The FT1 Frame has a potential to crush objects Please ensure your hands are kept away from the FT1 moving arm When designing custom fixtures Ensure fixtures load ratings exceed the FT1 load cell maximum load rating l e If load cell is 1kN the fixtures must be designed to exceed 1kN load FT1 User Manual 3 AMETEK MEASUREMENT 8 CALIBRATION TECHNOLOGIES DIVISION DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY We Ametek Inc of 8600 Somerset Drive Largo FL 33773 USA In accordance with the following Directive s 2004 108 EC The Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 2006 42 EC The Machinery Direc
9. 0220 00 Tension Spring DRW 0012 00 Drive Cord LST 0141 00 Spirit Level PIT 0255 00 Support Leg FTT 0140 00 Foot See sketches below to see where parts are used ASTM SPECIMEN 250x1 30mm ASTM SLED FILM 120x120mm LST 0141 00 LED BRT 0832 00 07 1183 ASTM D1894 Set up PLT 1272 00 ISO SPECIMEN 200x80mm TPE 0132 00 o LED oa B A u v4 o x ISO 8295 Set up 8 BRT 0833 00 PLT 1270 00 3 TE 0132 00 13 sTT 0089 00 3 501 0318 00 TAPPI SPECIMEN 100 x 215mm TAPPI SLED FILM 75 x 130mry o ED 2 6 o TAPPI D1894 Set up FT1 User Manual 15 O 01 0164 00 DRW 0012 00 SRT 0220 00 ASTM D 1894 Sled Size Sled Weight Lower sample size Upper sample size Test speed Test movement Sled movement Plate and spring required ISO 8295 Sled Size Sled Weight Lower sample size Upper sample size Test speed Test movement Sled movement Plate and spring required TAPPI T549 Sled Size Sled Weight Lower sample size Upper sample size Test speed Test movement Sled movement Plate and spring required 16 FT1 User Manual PIT 0255 00 FTT 0140 00 B A 100mm min 4 10 mm min 500mm min may be used but must be reported 60 100 mm Cord to film via plate and spring Yes foo
10. DANGEROUS VOLTAGE gt The lightning icon warns of the presence of an uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product enclosure that might be of sufficient magnitude to cause serious shocks or death Never open the enclosures unless you are an authorized and qualified LLOYD INSTRUMENTS service personnel Never open any enclosure when power is connected to the system or its components CAUTION b The exclamation point icon indicates a situation or condition that mav lead to equip ment malfunction or damage Do not proceed until the caution message is read and thoroughiv understood Caution messages are shown in bold tvpe NOTE General Safety General safety precautions must be followed when using this LLOYD INSTRUMENTS prod uct Failure to observe precautions and warn ings may result in damage to the equipment or injury to personnel It is understood that safety rules within compa nies vary Ifa conflict exists between the mate rial contained in all LLOYD INSTRUMENTS User s Guides and the rules of a company using a LLOYD INSTRUMENTS product the more stringent rules should take precedence Safety Considerations The FT1 is completely enclosed and provides no potentially hazardous outputs Safety consider ations are related to the power connections and physical mountings Electronic and mechanical components housed within the FT1 covers are to be serviced by authorized LLOYD INSTRUMENTS representa
11. Manual 43 9 21 DEFINING SAMPLE Pressing the Define Sample Soft Kev from the Test Setup Displav will allow the sample batch details to be set Press a kev to change a parameter Batch Sample Sample Pre test Questions Question Info Questions Off Off The Batch Questions and Sample Question Soft Kevs toggle between On and Off to specifv which pre test question displavs will be shown Pressing the Sample Info Soft Kev will allow the sample details to be defined Press a kev to change a parameter Sample Gauge Width Thickness Type 25 00 6 00 3 00 Rect r mm mm mm Pressing the Sample Tvpe Soft Kev toggles between Rect r Circular Area The titles Gauge Width and Thickness depend upon the test mode and the sample tvpe The title Gauge becomes Height for Compression The title Width becomes Diameter for Circular or Area for Area The title Thickness is only displayed for Rect r 9 22 PRE TEST QUESTIONS Pressing the Pre test Questions Soft Key allows the pre test questions to be defined The Batch questions come at the beginning of the batch and help define the batch The SAMPLE question comes up before each sample in a batch and helps identify each sample Press a key to change a parameter Batch 1 Batch 2 Batch 3 Sample OPERATOR BATCH SAMPLE NAME NUMBER NUMBER Up to 3 batch questions and 1 sample question may be defined 44 FT1 User Manual 10 0 ERROR CONDITIONS 10 1 ERROR CONDITIONS On the FT1 if an error occu
12. are precision measuring devices Always handle load cells with extreme care to prevent damage 10 FT1 User Manual 3 7 FITTING THE LOAD CELL Before the machine is powered up or anv test set ups are entered the Load Cell should be fitted Carefully unpack the Load Cell s supplied with your machine Please make all operators aware that they are precision load measuring devices and should be treated with great care Please read SECTION 4 0 LOAD CELLS before proceeding further 3 8 ADDITIONAL LOAD CELLS The following standard Load Cells are available for your FT1 Description Accuracy Capacity YLC 0005 A1 0 5 accuracy 5N YLC 0010 A1 0 5 accuracy 10N YLC 0020 A1 0 5 accuracy 20N YLC 0050 A1 0 5 accuracy 50N YLC 0100 A1 0 5 accuracy 100N YLC 0250 A1 0 5 accuracy 250N YLC 0500 A1 0 5 accuracy 500N YLC 1000 A1 0 5 accuracy 1000N YLC 2500 A1 0 5 accuracy 2500N YLC 5000 A1 0 5 accuracy 5000N FT1 Load Cell resolution Load Cell LBF Resolution N Resolution 5N 1LBF X 0 00001 LBF 5N X 0 0001 N 10N 2 LBF X 0 0001 LBF 10 N X 0 0001 N 20N 5 LBF X 0 0001 LBF 20N X 0 001 N 50N 10 LBF X 0 0001LBF 50N X 0 001 N 100N 20 LBF X 0 001 LBF 100 N X 0 001 N 250N 50 LBF X 0 001 LBF 250 N X 0 01 N 500N 100 LBF X 0 001 LBF 500 N X 0 01 N 1000N 200 LBF X 0 01 LBF 1000 N X 0 01 N 2500N 500 LBF X 0 01 LBF 2500NX0 1N 5000N 1000 LBF X 0 01 LBF 5000 N X 0 1 N Order Number 01 3871 01 3872 01 3873 01 3874 01 3875 01 3876 01 3877 01 3878 01 3879 0
13. pallet may be fitted under the machine so it may be lifted to the desired position with a forklift or a suitable lifting trolley 2 Lifting by hand The machine can be lifted manually at least 2 people should be employed to do this as the machine weighs more than 50kg 110Ib Do not lift using plastic base cover Lift using aluminum bottom plate as a support The FT1 Friction Tester may be shipped with the load cell cable plugged into itself during ship ping If cable is plugged in as shown to the right remove the 15 pin connector and plug it into the 15 pin D sub connector in the lower rear of the FTI test machine 8 FT1 User Manual 3 3 SECURING TO THE WORKBENCH The FT1 series material tester is a heavy item and cannot normally tip over However if there is the possibility that users can pull against the vertical column then there is a risk that the machine may be pulled over It is required that the FT1 series material tester is secured to the bench using the 2 tapped holes in the base of the machine The template below shows the location of 2 holes that are required in the top of the workbench for the two M6 bolts The FT1 series test machine has 2 screws 2 spacers and two washers as part of the standard accessories to properly mount the test machine to a standard workbench If the two mounting screws are the wrong length you may substitute the screws with standard M6 X P1 0 screws 545 85 0 405 0
14. 1 3880 KGF Resolution GF Resolution 0 5 KGF X 0 00001 KGF 500 GF X 0 01 GF 1 KGF X 0 00001 KGF 2 KGF X 0 0001 KGF 5 KGF X 0 0001 KGF 10 KGF X 0 0001 KGF 25 KGF X 0 001 KGF 50 KGF X 0 001 KGF 100 KGF X 0 001 KGF 250 KGF X 0 01 KGF 500 KGF X 0 01 KGF 1000 GF X 0 01 GF 2000 GF X 0 1 GF 5000 GF X 0 1 GF 10000 GF X 0 1 GF 25000 GF X 1 GF 50000 GF X 1 GF 100000 GF X 1 GF 250000 GF X 1 GF 500000 GF X 1 GF FT1 User Manual 11 3 9 FITTING THE FRICTION TESTER BED After the machine has been levelled the friction testing plate should be fitted Remove the two support legs from the packaging and screw the feet FTT 0140 00 fully into the sup port legs to make the support legs as short as possible Fit the two support legs by screwing them in to the two threaded holes see drawing below Ja en P m To fit the table to the FT1 use the two supplied M6 button head screws the table has two holes either side of the pulley wheel these will align with the two M6 holes on the bottom mounting boss The screws should be tightened until there is no movement horizontally or vertically by the table BOTTOM MOUNTING BOSS Bottom mounting boss of FT1 showing the 2 M 6 tapped holes for securing the table to the base Look at the bubble in the spirit level and check that the whole machine is level If necessary use the feet on the FT1 to re adjust the level of the instrument until the spirit level on the ta
15. 10lb Therefore safe lifting practices should be emploved and lifting equipment used as necessarv The FT1 test machine is packed in a rugged shipping crate to minimize damage caused from ship ping mishandling is no obvious transit damage cS NOTE Please make a careful visual inspection of all the parts made to ensure that there NOTE Please check that you have received all the parts that were ordered If there is any gt damage or parts missing please report them to your authorised LLOYD INSTRUMENTS representative 3 2 SETTING UP YOUR MACHINE The FT1 Materials Testing Machine is a heavy item and great care should be taken in choosing the location where it is to be installed Ensure the bench is capable of remaining firm and stable withstanding the combined weight of the machine and any accessories supplied Please see the Specification page at the end of this manual for the weight of the apparatus The machine must be vertical otherwise the results may be affected particularly for very low loads A CAUTION At no time should the FT1 be lifted by placing hands under the frame feet The FT1 must be positioned such that the front can be easilv accessed and that the emergencv stop button is not obstructed in anv wav Please ensure utmost care is taken when lifting this instrument use safe working practices Lifting equipment should be used as necessarv The two recommended methods are described below 1 Lifting with a pallet A
16. 6 0 CONTROL CONSOLES 6 1 MAIN CONTROL CONSOLE DESCRIPTION The unit has a Liquid Crystal Display LCD to show set up information load and extension values etc and a key pad to input information for operating the machine when under control of the console The machine is set up by answering simple questions and entering information when requested The operating status of the machine is shown and described on the display FT1 Control Panel FT1 User Manual 17 6 2 KEYPAD OPERATION AND DESCRIPTION The keypad has 25 keys arranged into 4 groups The first group contains 8 keys in the bottom right hand corner of the keypad The First Group of Keys GO STOP JOG The GO button is used to start a test from the machine console and is operable from the Pre Test display The STOP key is used to stop a test that is being performed from the machine console e g if the machine does not stop automatically or the user requires to abort the test This is not an Emergency Stop Button The Emergency Stop Button Mushroom is located on the left of machine base and can be used to stop the machine in an emergency situation UP and DOWN These two keys allow the crosshead to be moved slowly into position when loading and removing samples They are available when a test is not being performed and only operate whilst pressed The crosshead will run at a user pre set jog speed a set up option FAST JOG UP and DOWN These two keys
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18. AMETEK Par ly 2013 TEST amp CALIBRATION INSTRUMENTS FT1 Series Friction Tester Machines User Manual LLOYD materials testing WARRANTV This instrument is warranted against defects in workmanship material and design for one 1 year from date of delivery to the extent that AMETEK will at its sole option repair or replace the instrument or any part thereof which is defective provided however that this warranty shall not apply to instru ments subjected to tampering or abuse or exposed to highly corrosive conditions THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED AND AMETEK HEREBY DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITA TION ANY WARRANTY OF FITNESS FORA PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR MERCHANTABILITY AMETEK SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY ANTICIPATED OR LOST PROFITS This warranty is voidable if the purchaser fails to follow any and all instructions warnings or cautions in the instrument s Instruction Manual If a manufacturing defect is found AMETEK will replace or repair the instrument or replace any defec tive part thereof without charge however AMETEK s obligation hereunder does not include the cost of transportation which must be borne by the customer AMETEK assumes no responsibility for dam age in transit and any claims for such damage should be presented to the carrier by the purchaser TRADEMARKS
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20. Key to Change Parameter Friction Area Load Value gF The units of reported load are also changeable FT1 User Manual 39 9 17 SELECTING MACHINE STIFFNESS COMPENSATION Press a kev to change a parameter Speed Set Machine 150 Preload Stiffness mm min Values Disabled Pressing the Machine Stiffness soft kev enables the user to select the machine stiffness compensation to use in the current selected test setup Press a kev to change a parameter Empty 1 Enabled 9 18 TEST OPTIONS Pressing the Test Options Soft Key from the test setup display will allow the test options to be set Press a key to change a parameter Break Detector Return Zero Sharp Auto Manual Pressing the gt key will toggle between the above display and the next display Press a key to change a parameter Sample Extenso r Printout Used All LFPlus Ifthe gt key is pressed the following screen will appear 40 FT1 User Manual Press a kev to change a parameter Plotter Output disabled By pressing the Break Detector Soft Key the following display is shown Sharp Break Detector Press a key to change a parameter Sharp Percent Start Break Break 50 On Off N There are two break detectors a sharp break detector and a percentage of peak load break detector The sharp break detector operates when there has been a sharp change in load or direction between one load reading and the next Either break detector is turned On o
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22. Settings Setting a Password Safety Load Limit Slow Jog Speed Setting for Printer Grip Protection Settings 36 Current Language Machine Stiffness 7 Test Setup Display Test Typen ea Selecting Machine Stiffness Compensation nn Test Options TOSURGSUNS size zieni Pass Fail Values 43 Defining Sample 44 Pre Test Questions 000 44 ERROR CONDITION 45 Error Conditions 45 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE 47 Cleaning External Finish and Trim 47 Maintenance nene 47 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION 48 Technical Specification FT1 48 Overall Dimensions FT 49 RoHS tables 50 Spare Parts Kits 51 FT1 User Manual 5 1 0 INTRODUCTION Welcome to your new FT1 series advanced single column universal testing machine It incorporates an extensive range of features making it ideal for performing complex testing applications The machine is microprocessor controlled and uses world proven 32 bit technol ogy for highly accurate load measurement and rapid data acquisition The stand alone system is capable of storing up to 600 test results from a choice of 10 user pro grammable test set ups or may be connected via its USB output to a personal computer running NEXYGENPlus providing almost unlimited testing capability and result manipu
23. ble has the bubble positioned in the centre and the table is level Next slowly unscrew the support feet and increase the support column length until the end of the table is supported but be careful not to over extend the legs to raise the table end and offset the level 3 10 FITTING THE STRING HOLDER Fit the String Holder as shown above and tighten the 2 locking nuts to secure it in place 12 FT1 User Manual 4 0 LOAD CELLS 4 1 CARE OF LOAD CELLS ALL machine operators should be aware that LLOYD INSTRUMENTS Load Cells are precision force measuring instruments which should be treated with the utmost care to avoid accidental damage In particular low force Load Cells are easily damaged if abused or used without sufficient care gt NOTE Do not submit Load Cells to physical shock of any kind DO NOT DROP 3 NOTE When a Load Cell is removed from a machine immediately put it in a safe and dry place 4 2 FITTING LOAD CELLS Place the Load Cell fixing screw through the hole in the crosshead and carefully offer up the load cell with the connecting lead facing inwards under the crosshead Screw the fixing screw A into the load cell D taking care to ensure that the locating dowel B when fitted on the load cell sits in the hole in the moving crosshead Tighten the screw with the 8mm HEX key provided Insert the load cell plug C in the socket on the top of the moving crosshead and finger tighten the two retaining screws
24. dation of its safety Before switching on the machine make sure that it is set to the voltage of the mains electricity supply This machine complies with electrical safety grade Class 1 which means that it is earthed apparatus and requires the mains plug to contain a protective earth terminal The mains plug must only be inserted in a socket outlet provided with a protective earth contact The protective action must not be negated by the use of an extension cord without a protective conductor Make sure that only fuses with the required rated current and of the specified type are used for replacement The use of makeshift fuses and the short circuiting of fuse holders is prohibited There are no user serviceable parts within the machine The machine must be disconnected from all voltage sources before it is opened for any adjust ments replacement maintenance or repair Capacitors inside the machine may still be charged even if the machine has been disconnected from all voltage sources Any adjustment maintenance or repair of the opened machine connect to the mains supply volt age should be avoided as far as possible but if inevitable must only be carried out by a skilled person who is aware of the hazard involved Only use safety approved power cords that come with the FT1 Series test machines FT1 User Manual 7 3 0 INSTALLATION 3 1 UNPACKING The FT1 on its own without the packing and accessories weighs more than 50kg 1
25. e The machine will then go to the initialized start up sequence if the ON OFF switch is already ON Emergency Stop Switch 7 3 SPLINTER SHIELDS Transparent splinter shields are available as an option to enclose the test sample if there is any danger of samples shattering as a result of the test These shields can be fitted with an electronic interlock so that the test cannot be started until the hinged shield is closed While not mandatory for many applications and countries LLOYD INSTRUMENTS strongly recommend that users consider fitting this optional item If a shield fitted with electronic interlock is used the following screen will appear if the door is opened during a test ERROR condition Splinter Shield Open Press ENTER to cancel The test in progress will be aborted and the next test or a new test will have to be started FT1 User Manual 23 7 4 LOWER ANCHOR PIN ADJUSTMENT The Lower Anchor Pin can be adjusted to align itself with the attached load cell To align the load cell to the lower anchor pin lower the load cell on to the moving ram so that it is verv close to the lower anchor pin using the jog kevs Loosen the anchor nut using the spanner wrench provided Loosen the 4 set screws using a 2 5mm hex kev Align the lower anchor pin to the load cell anchor pin and then re tighten the 4 set screws so that the two anchor pins are properlv aligned with each other Re tighten the anchor nut using the spanner wrench Col
26. ease contact your authorised LLOYD INSTRUMENTS Sales Representative FT1 with friction table 1 1 SAFETV sented in this manual are followed preciselv We would like to draw vour attention to both A CAUTION Materials testing machines are verv safe to use providing the instructions pre the Electrical Safetv Section 2 0 page 7 and Operational Precautions Section 7 0 page 23 Please refer to both sections for details on safe operation of this equipment before operating vour materials testing machine Transparent splinter shields are available as an option to enclose the test sample if there is anv dan ger of samples shattering as a result of the test These shields have an electronic interlock such that the test cannot be started until the hinged shield is closed While not mandatorv for manv applica tions and countries AMETEK Lloyd Instruments Ltd strongly recommends that users consider fitting this option 2 0 ELECTRICAL SAFETY The FTI Friction Tester has been designed to meet the requirements of BS EN 61010 1 2001 Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement control and laboratory use The User Manual contains some information and warnings which have to be followed by the user to ensure safe operation and to keep the machine in safe condition The machine has been designed for indoor use It may occasionally be subjected to tempera tures between 10 C and 35 C 14 F and 95 F without degra
27. ements EN ISO 14121 1 2007 Safety of Machinery Risk assessment Principles EN 61326 1 2006 Electrical equipment for measurement control and laboratory use EMC requirements General requirements BS EN 61326 2 3 2006 Electrical equipment for measurement control and laboratory use EMC requirements Particular requirements Test configuration operational conditions and performance criteria for transducers with integrated or remote signal conditioning Thereby declare that referenced s Signed by sp eh Name M Douglas Tilgh nan Position Division Vice President Engineering Done at 8600 Somerset Drive Largo Florida 33773 USA On March 21 2013 Document ref No ER 428 The technical documentation for the machinerv is available from Name Joel Frie Position Division Vice President Business Unit Manager Address Ametek Inc Gydevang 32 3450 Lillerod Denmark a Seer 4 FT1 User Manual 1 0 1 1 2 0 3 0 3 1 3 2 3 3 3 4 3 5 3 6 3 7 3 8 3 9 3 10 4 0 4 1 4 2 4 3 5 0 6 0 6 1 6 2 6 3 6 4 7 0 74 1 2 7 3 7 4 75 8 0 8 1 8 2 8 3 8 4 8 5 8 6 8 7 8 8 8 9 TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION 6 DATO L sie eera reel T ELECTRICAL SAFETY 7 INSTALLATION UNPACKINU 1 isir va whaeaeece ns Setting Up Vour Machine Securing to the workbench Voltage Selection Computer and Other Connections 10
28. en will be displayed A batch being a series of tests all carried out with the same settings The batch questions are 3 two word ques tions which can be set up at the beginning of a new batch Press a key to change a parameter OPERATOR BATCH NAME NUMBER Suspend The information can only be entered when a new batch is started i e when sample number 1 is to be tested The operator can answer the questions by pressing the Soft Key below each question Pressing the Enter key will confirm all the answers to the batch questions and show the pre test display If the operator is continuing with a previously suspended batch then the batch questions and their answers will be displayed in a view only mode OPERATOR DAVE BATCH NUMBER B21_G Continue Suspend Here the operator will be given the option to Continue with the previously suspended batch or to Suspend the batch again by pressing the appropriate Soft Keys 28 FT1 User Manual Press GO to test Sample 1 BATCH 32 Ext A 10 00mm Load A 276N Stats Reset Suspend On the top line of the Pre test display help information is shown On the second line the right hand side shows the test setup name On the third line Extension and Load are displayed The extension symbols Kor indicate the direction of the extension from the soft zero position Soft zero being the position at which the ZERO key was last pressed If the sample questions opti
29. g return when the crosshead is moving down Entering a high value for this option will reduce the level of safety provided and should only be done to over come nuisance errors caused by high friction in some accessories 9 10 SLOW JOG SPEED The Slow Jog setting allows the user to specify the speed that the crosshead will move when the slow JOG keys are pressed 9 11 SETTING FOR PRINTER The Data Format Soft Key toggles between Printer and ASCII ASCII for when a DATALOGGER is to be used 9 12 GRIP PROTECTION SETTINGS The Grip Protection setting is an additional load limit which can be used to protect grips or acces sories that are being used The test will be stopped if the value of load exceeds the Grip Protection setting during a test 9 13 CURRENT LANGUAGE Pressing the Current Language soft key allows the user to select the language to be used from the list of languages supported by the machine The chosen language will be used for all information presented to the user including information output to a printer 36 FT1 User Manual 9 14 MACHINE STIFFNESS Pressing the SET MACHINE STIFFNESS soft kev allows the user to perform a machine stiffness compensation Select Machine Stiffness compensation Empty 1 Rename Use the lt or gt soft keys to select the machine stiffness compensation slot to use for the compensa tion There are 10 machine stiffness compensation slots Use the Rename soft key to change the name of the c
30. he switches Upper Adjustable Limit Stop Lower Adjustable Limit Stop Crosshead actuator FT1 Machine Showing Mechanical Limit Switches To adjust the top limit stop loosen the upper limit stop screw and move the screw to the top of its travel and tighten the screw temporarily in this position Drive the moving crosshead to the highest position it may go to safely without damaging any fitted grips or fixtures When this position has been reached drive the crosshead down by 3mm 0 125 inch Loosen the upper limit stop screw and move the screw down to the limit stop cross head actuator and tighten the screw in this position Once again ensure the screws are free to move vertically to actuate the switches FT1 User Manual 25 If during a test or when manoeuvring the crosshead a limit stop switch is activated a display as shown below or similar will be seen ERROR condition Lower limit switch press ENTER to cancel When ENTER has been pressed and this display has been cleared the machine will only allow the operator to drive the crosshead away from the limit stop 26 FT1 User Manual 8 0 PERFORMING A TEST 8 1 PERFORMING A TEST The FT1 machines can be used to perform tests in two modes as a stand alone machine or under computer control with NEXYGENPlus software If the machine is to be used with a computer and NEXYGENPlus software then the NEXYGEN Plus Software User Manual supplied with the software s
31. hould be read in conjunction with this manual The machine should be connected to the computer with the USB lead supplied When the machine is on and ready the computer connected with the lead supplied and NEXYGENPlus run ning connection between the machine and computer is automatic If the FT1 machine is being used in stand alone mode proceed as follows The following informa tion will also be needed for setting up the machine with grips samples etc 8 2 TEST PARAMETERS SAMPLE PREPARATION The Jog Keys are used to prepare for a test The accessories being used will be dependent on the type of test being conducted LOAD CELLS The correct load cell should be fitted in the machine for the application being undertaken Great care should be taken with these as they are precision measurement devices and can be damaged if used incorrectly Please make sure that you have read Section 4 3 carefully before proceeding further GRIPS ADAPTORS It is important that grips are fitted along the central straining axis of the machine and that no side loads are applied to the load cell as this will affect the accuracy of the load readings The grips should be connected to the load cell and the bottom anchor pin or fixture using only the pins and parts provided Care should be taken not to exceed the load rating of the grips It is important to ensure that the grips used are suitable for the material under test Any slippage of the material in
32. l 49 13 0 RoHS TABLES EAE RH ER BK FEN JAKE AIR Pb JR Hg Ji Cd HT Cr6 RRK PCB Mm po po J of o o o PCB Hid Pel o o o JT o o o PcB 6 of of o o o o wae l of oJ o o o o L D Amtlalja BIRT SR X RAMS BT BAR Hl Restricted Substance Status Table Page 1 Part or Assembly Names Toxic and Hazardous Substances and Elements Lead Mercury JCadmium Hexavalent Polybrominated Polybrominated Pb Hg Cd Chromium Cr6 biphenyls PBB diphenyl ethers PBDE o o o o o o PCB Motor control PCB Console ooms Transformer Motor Gearbox Leadscrew o o f o Switch assembly o o o dc o o f o IMatting CUT o o fJ of o Bins jo bo jp o p o console o o o o po O indicates hazardous substance level contained is below the required limit X indicates hazardous substance level contained is above the required limit Restricted Substance Status Table Page 2 50 FT1 User Manual 14 0 SPARE PARTS KITS ITEM PART NO DESCRIPTION 1 SPK LS 0004 A JMOTOR DRIVE PC BOARD ASSEMBLY LS SERIES 2 SPK LS 0005 JPROCESSOR PC BOARD ASSEMBLY LS SERIES 3 SPK LS 0006 A JMOTOR ASSEMBLY WITH ENCODER LS1 SERIES 4 SPK LS 0007 JCROSSHEAD LIMIT ACTUATOR ARM LS SERIES 5 SPK LS 0008 LIMIT STOP SCREW ASSEMBLY LS SERIES 6 SPK LS 000
33. la tion facilities The high stiffness frame incorporates a cross head guidance system to prevent side loading of the sample under test The crosshead is driven by single lead screw motor and DC PWM system to achieve a wide speed range over the full load range The machine is capable of running full load at full speed A range of highly accurate interchangeable loadcells are available for tension compression and cycling through force measurements The system is ideal for use in production quality control educational and research environments The FT1 is designed to meet a broad range of applications This is achieved mainly through the embedded control software and easily configu rable data acquisition software available as an optional extra NEXYGENPlus software is fully WINDOWS compliant and compatible it seamlessly inte grates with contemporary MICROSOFT Office programs using OLE2 technology The program is easy to use making use of drop down windows prompts drag and drop cut and paste routines Data can easily be exported to pro grams such as EXCEL ACCESS OUTLOOK and POWERPOINT for further manipulation and enhanced presentation NEXYGENPlus software contains a library of pre programmed test set ups for conducting fully automated tests in accordance with international standards For advice and information about the 6 FT1 User Manual NEXYGENPlus data analysis and applications software pl
34. lar Lower anchor pin Anchor nut Set screws Lower Anchor Pin Locking Collars The collar is used to secure the lower grip in place Use the spanner wrench provided to secure the lower grip to the collar as shown below Lower grip Collar Extreme care must be taken when manoeuvring the crosshead particularly when low force load cells are being used as thev can easilv be damaged even at moderate speeds As an additional precau tion during compression testing the lower hardware limit stop should be set so that the compression plates cannot come together either during or after a test 24 FT1 User Manual 7 5 LIMIT STOPS The FT1 machines are fitted with two mechanically activated limit stops These can be used as extra protection to stop load cells grips or fixtures coming into contact The upper one can be used to back up the software limit Activating a limit stop will result in the machine stopping To adjust the lower limit stop first loosen the lower limit stop screw and move the stop to the bot tom of its travel in the slot Drive the moving crosshead to the lowest position that it may go to safely without damaging any fitted grips or fixtures When this position has been reached drive the crosshead up by 3mm 0 125 inch Move the lower adjustable limit stop up until it stops against the crosshead actuator within the column Tighten the screw in this position Ensure the screws are free to move vertically to actuate t
35. lv indicate a fault within the motor drive or extension mea surement svstem Accessory Connected Disconnected An accessory has been connected or removed while the crosshead is being driven Load Speed Rating Exceeded The machine has moved outside the load and speed rating of the machine Ensure the test being performed is within the machine s load and speed rating Extensometer Range Exceeded The machine has moved outside the range of the extensometer Ensure the test being performed is within the range of the extensometer 46 FT1 User Manual 11 0 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE 11 1 CLEANING EXTERNAL FINISH AND TRIM The finish and appearance of your machine can be maintained by regular cleaning with a damp cloth containing a small amount of mild detergent The machine should be turned OFF and disconnected from the mains supply whilst cleaning is taking place Strong proprietary cleaners and petroleum based or other solvents should not be used CAUTION Take care to use only a damp cloth NO moisture must ever be allowed to get A into the machine Wipe the machine dry before connecting to the mains supply and restarting 11 2 MAINTENANCE In normal use and conditions your machine should be serviced and calibrated annually by LLOYD INSTRUMENTS or one of their appointed agents There are no user serviceable or adjustable parts within the machine therefore service and calibration should only ever be undertaken by engineers trained f
36. n will display different amounts of information depending on how the test has been set up Refer to Section 9 0 SETTING UP A NEW TEST for details on setting these options 8 6 PRINTING TEST RESULTS Pressing the Print Soft Key will either print just the single result or if All was selected for the Sample Printout option in the test setup together with the machine setup details i e test speed etc 8 7 CANCELLING OR ACCEPTING THE RESULTS Pressing the Cancel Soft Key will cancel the result abort and remove the result from the batch Pressing the Accept Soft Key or the ENTER key will accept the results and add them to the batch 30 FT1 User Manual 8 8 VIEWING THE STATISTICS Pressing the Stats Soft Kev will accept the result and show the statistics screen as below COFS COFK 0 0123 0 321 0 002 0 003 COF LOAD COF Pressing gt Soft Key will show the second statistics screen Pk Load Ave Load 0 1 gF 0 3 gF 0 002 0 003 COF LOAD LOAD Pressing the Print Soft Key from the statistics screen will show the print options screen shown below Print options for ASTM D1894 Brief Full Report Report Pressing the Stats Only Soft Key will give a table of statistics only without the test value Pressing the Brief Report Soft Key will give a table of test values and statistics Pressing the Full Report Soft Key will give a table of test values statistics and test setup information 8 9 ERROR CONDITIONS If an error co
37. ndition exists the cause of the error will be shown on the display This error must be cleared before you can proceed with the test See Section 10 1 for details of error messages FT1 User Manual 31 9 0 SETTING UP A NEW TEST 9 1 PRE DEFINED TEST SETUPS The FTI is supplied with three pre defined test setups and one for new test setups these are ASTM D1894 1SO8295 TAPPI T549 NEW TEST Is a user defined test rather than one of the default settings which are detailed on the next page 32 FT1 User Manual The Default test setups are as follows Test name gt Test Type Test mode L1 L2 L2 ABS REL Final Limit Sled Weight Sled Dimension Sled Area Test speed Preload Preload speed Machine Stiffness Test Options Sharp Break detector Break Detector Return to zero Zero readings Sample printout Extenso r Used Test Results Friction Load Pass fail Checks Define Sample Batch Questions Sample Questions 1st Batch line 1 1st Batch line 2 2nd Batch line 1 2nd Batch line 2 3rd Batch line 1 3rd Batch line 2 Sample line 1 Sample line 2 ASTM D1894 ISO 8295 TAPPI T549 Settings ABS ABS ABS OPERATOR OPERATOR OPERATOR NAME NAME NAME BATCH BATCH BATCH NUMBER NUMBER NUMBER SAMPLE SAMPLE SAMPLE NEW_TEST Tension 10 0 mm 120 0 mm BS 130 mm 200 2 gm gt Area 4000 mm2 150mm min 0 0N 10 0 mm min Disabled o ff ff Q Manual Manual gt Internal oj
38. nsure that other personnel working in or near the area are made aware that testing is taking place and that they should not approach the machine while it is in use 11 Operators must ensure that the machine is regularly serviced and calibrated by LLOYD IN STRUMENTS or one of their accredited service dealers 12 To maintain EMC compatibility the machine should only be used as prescribed in this manual Connecting cables plugs and sockets should be inspected regularly Cables damaged or worn in any way should not be used Accessories and accessory connecting leads if suspect should be replaced only with a LLOVD INSTRUMENTS approved replacement Failure to observe this may cause your machine to infringe the EMC legal requirements 13 NEVER attempt any form of machine maintenance without disconnecting the mains electrical supply 14 NEVER attempt to test any samples with a type of grip or other accessory which is not de signed for that particular test Never use grips or the machine for tests in excess of the stated load limits A comprehensive range of alternative grips together with an applications advisory service is available from LLOYD INSTRUMENTS and their accredited dealers 22 FT1 User Manual 7 2 EMERGENCY STOP If for any reason the machine needs to be stopped without delay an emergency stop mushroom switch is provided Pressing the switch stops the FT1 machine immediately It can be released by turning a quarter a turn clockwis
39. ntil the splinter shield is closed Cell Overload The load applied to the system is in excess of 110 of the load cell rating Use the jog keys to remove the load Safety Overload The load applied to the load cell is in excess of the safety load limit in the global settings This limit only applies when the crosshead is moving downwards during return or under control of the jog keys Frame Overload The load applied to the system is in excess of 105 of the frame rating Use the jog keys to remove the load Grip Overload The load applied to the system is in excess of the grip protection limit in the global settings This limit only applies during a test Print unavailable Power down and retry An attempt has been made to print when the USB port is in use with a PC running NEXYGENPlus After using the machine with NEXYGENPlus it is necessary to power down before it is possible to print FT1 User Manual 45 Unexpected reset code XX Unexpected software reset code XXX Software reset code 106 XXXXXX These messages indicate that an internal error has caused the svstem to reset unexpectediv Please make a note of the readings and contact LLOVD INSTRUMENTS Technical Support for help Svstem Hardware Error An error has occurred in the internal electronics of the svstem Drive Svstem Error The motor control svstem has not been able to maintain adequate control of the motor and has shut down as a safetv precaution This will usual
40. o 9 0 decimal point and negative sign Most kevs also double up as alphabetical entrv kevs similar to the stvle used on mobile phones ENTER KEV This kev is the ENTER kev which is used to accept any entered text value or unit It is also used to accept the entries on a completed display and to show the PREVIOUS display The ENTER key is not available when a test is being performed or when input from another key is required 5 6 GHI JKL MNO Alpha numeric Keys ED ENTER Key FT1 User Manual 19 6 3 THE DISPLAV The displav which has 4 lines of 40 characters is used to show or request information The informa tion displaved depends upon the status of the machine but generallv the top line displavs a title or help information for each displav The lower lines are split into 4 blocks one block above each Soft Kev to indicate the function of that kev 6 4 SWITCH ON DISPLAY When first switched on the display will be blank while the system performs some routine checks After a few seconds the display will show information about the machine and the version of the em bedded software installed Similar to the one shown below LLOYD INSTRUMENTS LTD Friction Tester S No 123456 Version 3 5 Issue 1 Load Cell 1 kN This information is displayed for three seconds after which the test selection screen is displayed The next display shows that a test called CYCLE_TEST has been defined The number in brackets shows
41. o new_test 9 6 DELETING A TEST Pressing the Delete Soft Key will allow the selected test setup and all associated sample results to be deleted The following screen will appear Delete Test Friction Test Are you Sure Yes no 9 7 GLOBAL SETTINGS Pressing the Global Soft key will allow the Password and Jog speed etc to be changed Change Safety Slow Jog Password 50 0 25 CHRIS N mm min data set Current format grip Language printer protect n English Press a key to change a parameter Set Machine Stiffness FT1 User Manual 35 9 8 SETTING A PASSWORD Pressing the Change Password Soft Key brings up the following display Change or create the password CHRIS Clear All Pressing BkSp Soft Key deletes one character at a time starting from the right hand end of the password Pressing the Clear All Soft Key deletes all the characters The Alphanumeric keys add new characters to the password the ENTER key accepts the password as displayed If the password displayed is blank then there will be no password protection The password limits access to the edit test setup menus If a password has been set this password will be required before any parameter of any test setup can be edited The selection and running of previously defined test setups is not affected 9 9 SAFETY LOAD LIMIT The Safety limit is intended as an extra protection against accidental injury It applies when the JOG keys are pressed or durin
42. on is turned on then next to the test name the sample width and thick ness diameter or area information will be shown The Sample Soft Key will also be displayed Refer to Section 9 0 SETTING UP A NEW TEST for details on setting these options Pressing the Suspend Soft Key returns to the test selection display but saves the statistics and last sample number ready to continue the batch later Pressing the Reset Soft Key resets all the batch results sets sample number to 1 and shows the display that would be selected when first selecting the test i e batch or pre test This is only done after confirmation by the operator Pressing the Stats Soft Key will show the statistics for the samples tested so far and allow them to be printed FT1 User Manual 29 8 4 STARTINGA TEST When all the test parameters have been set as per 8 3 SELECTING A TEST above press GO to start the test and displav the screen below Performing Test ASTM1894 Moving to limit point Ext 8888 88mm Load 8888 88N Stats Accept Cancel The FTI is supplied with three pre defined test setups and one for new test setups these are ASTM D1894 TAPPI T549 ISO 8295 These are described in section 9 1 PRE DEFINED TEST SETUPS 8 5 STOPPING A TEST When the test ends either automatically or if the user presses the STOP key the post test screen will be displayed Sample 1 Passed COFS COFK PKLoad AveLoad 0 002 0 004 12gF 7gF Print Stats Accept Cancel This scree
43. or the task If the machine is being used in a particularly arduous way or under extreme conditions your ap pointed service agent may recommend more frequent calibration service FT1 User Manual 47 12 0 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION 12 1 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION FT1 STANDARD TRAVEL Maximum Force Tension and Compression Crosshead Travel Between Eve Ends Throat Depth Displaved Distance Resolution Crosshead Speed Range Crosshead Speed Accuracy Unloaded Crosshead Distance Accuracy Unloaded Load Cell Force Accuracy Internal Data Sampling Rate Data Transfer Rate Using NEXYGENPlus Operating Temperature Relative Humidity Supply Voltage Supply Frequency Power Rating Fuses 2 for 115VAC amp 230VAC Units Flame Deflection at Maximum Force Weight of Machine 48 FT1User Manual 1000N 2251bf 500mm 19 7in 180mm 7 1in 0 01mm 001in 0 01 to 2032mm min 0 001 80in min 0 2 of Selected Speed 2 to 100 of Max Speed 0 2 of Reading 2 to 100 of Max Travel 0 5 of Reading 1 to 100 of Max Force 8000Hz 8000 samples per second 1000Hz 1000 samples per second 5 C to 35 C 40 F to 95 F 20 to 85 Non Condensing 115 10 VAC or 230 10 VAC 50 60Hz 115VAC 3 15A or 230VAC B 2 5A T3A15H250V 3 15A Slow Blow Ceramic 1 4mm 0 055in Maximum 52kg 115lb 12 2 OVERALL DIMENSIONS FT1 Fil 1 Li 1 ee lA ija standard travel 1016 FT1 User Manua
44. r Off by pressing the appropriate Soft Key Only one break detector can be turned On at a time When a break detector is turned On other options are displayed Both break detectors have a Start option and the Percentage break detector also has a Percentage Break option Percentage of Peak Load Break detector Press a key to change a parameter Sharp Percent Start Break Break 50 Off On N The Start option sets the threshold above which the peak load must rise before the break detector will start operation The Percent Break option sets the percentage of peak load below which the measured load must fall to constitute a break The Return and Zero options toggle between Manual and Auto FT1 User Manual 41 Pressing the Extenso r Used Soft Kev will allow the selection of anv extensometer currentiv fitted from the following screen Select an extensometer FT1 Materials Testing Machine lt gt The left and right arrow lt gt Soft Keys will scroll through the list of currently connected extensom eters theoretically a maximum of 4 with the internal crosshead position always being listed as one of these The internal crosshead position extensometer is displayed as the FT1 materials testing machine i e FT1 Press the ENTER key to select the displayed extensometer If the selected extensometer has a selectable range then an additional option will be displayed in the Test Options screen Press a key to change a parameter
45. rly Operators must be made aware that 1 High physical forces are involved 2 Samples under test may shatter 3 Electrical power supplies are involved 4 The following must ALWAYS be brought to the attention of any operator before they are allowed to use the machine Hands fingers and other parts of the body must at all times be kept well away from the moving crosshead Operators should be particularly careful when moving the crosshead to insert test samples to ensure that no part of the hand could be accidentally com pressed as the crosshead and grips are jogged into position 5 NEVER drive the machine from a computer when anyone else is working on or near the ma chine 6 If there is any danger that liquids may be spilt during tests operators must use a drip tray which is available from LLOYD INSTRUMENTS to guard against the possibility of any spillage enter ing the machine and giving rise to electrical or other hazards 7 Take extra care when operating in compression mode where specimens may burst shatter or fly out from between the platens Operators should STAND CLEAR during testing Splinter shields are available in various options to suit specific requirements 8 All operators must receive adequate training in basic operation before being allowed to use the machine Additional copies of this manual are available from AMETEK Inc 9 Operators must ensure that the Emergency Stop Button is never obstructed 10 Operators must e
46. rs a message will be displayed on the console describing the error This mes sage must be cleared by pressing the ENTER key before proceeding Some errors are displayed when the machine is first powered on and indicate faults that were detected during the power up sequence If the FT1 machine is being used with a computer and NEXYGENPlus software similar messages will be displayed on the computer by NEXYGENPlus The ERROR messages are as follows Data Packet Error This error indicates that an invalid data packet has been received across the USB interface All data transferred via USB is checked for errors and resent if any error occurs so this message should never be displayed If it is seen it is indicative of other problems occurring either within the machine or at the PC Motor Drive Fault This indicates that the motor drive system has reported an error condition Upper limit switch The adjustable upper limit switch has been hit This can be cleared by adjusting the upper limit or driving off it using the jog down keys Lower limit switch The adjustable lower limit switch has been hit This can be cleared by adjusting the lower limit or driving off it using the jog up keys No Loadcell Available An attempt has been made to drive the machine without a load cell connected Ensure the load cell is properly connected and try again Splinter Shield Open The splinter shield fitted to the machine is open A test cannot be started u
47. s ff Q ff ff OPERATOR NAME BATCH NUMBER Q SAMPLE iv FT1 User Manual 33 9 2 DEFAULT GLOBAL SETTINGS The Default Global Settings are Field Setting Password lt None gt Safety load 50N Slow jog speed 25mm min Data format Printer Grip protection Tension 110 of frame rating Grip protection Compression 110 of frame rating Language English To enter a New Test Setup or Edit a pre defined setup proceed as follows 9 3 EDITING A PRE DEFINED TEST SETUP To edit a previously defined test setup select the required test using the left and right arrow keys until the required test is displayed then press the Edit Soft Key This is the Select Edit Display Select the required test ASTM D1894 150 samples 9 4 PASSWORD ACCESS If the machine has been given a password the password entry display will be shown Enter the password to edit this test Clear All Type the password then press the ENTER key If the password is not correct the test Select Edit Display will be redisplayed If the password is correct the main setup display is shown This is the Main Setup Display Press a key to select an option CYCLE_TEST Rename Global Delete Pressing the ENTER key will return to the Select Edit display 34 FT1 User Manual 9 5 RENAMING A TEST Pressing the Rename Soft Key will allow the setup name to be changed If a new test is created the name will be automatically set t
48. se Ratings and Part Numbers Voltage Selection Main Power Switch Power Mains Input Model Fuse Rating Part Number Type FS1 115VAC 3 15A SPK LS1 0011 A T3A15H250V FS1 230VAC 3 15A SPK LS1 0011 A T3A15H250V FT1 User Manual 9 Extensometer Interface Connector Load Cell Cable Connector USB Port Hand Held Remote or Main Console Connector Emergencv Stop Button Safeline Button When illuminated the safeline switch is open There is no crosshead movement or motor control Depress the button to close the switch and allow for motor and crosshead movement NOTE To maintain EMC compatibility only connection leads supplied by LLOYD should be used to connect this equipment to computers and or accessories 3 5 COMPUTER AND OTHER CONNECTIONS Use lead part number CBT 1357 00 supplied in the accessory kit with the FT1 to connect the machine to a computer 3 6 ON OFF SWITCH The main power switch is located on the machine base at the rear The switch is a rocker type with positions O and Press O to turn power off Press to supply power to the machine If the safeline button illuminates the switch is open there is no power to the crosshead motor circuit and the cross head cannot move Depress the safeline button the light on the safeline button will turn off meaning the switch is closed Crosshead movement can now be controlled Use the main power switch to turn power off when the machine is not required NOTE Load cells
49. the grips will affect both load and extension readings EXTENSOMETERS It is important to understand that the extension that the crosshead moves does not give a true reading of the strain in the samples If we consider a dumbbell sample for instance the strain will be different at different positions along the sample and no account is being taken of the take up of slack or bedding in of the grips For accurate strain readings we would strongly recommend the use of a LLOYD INSTRUMENTS extensometer which is suited for the material under test FT1 User Manual 27 8 3 SELECTING A TEST The user selects the required existing pre programmed test bv pressing the left and right arrow Soft Kevs until the required test is shown on the displav then pressing the Test Soft Kev Select the required test FRICTION TEST 150 samples lt gt Depending on how the test has been set up one or more of the following screens will be displayed Refer to Section 9 0 SETTING UP A NEW TEST for details on setting these options If a plotter output has been selected and a plotter interface box connected then the following screen will be displayed Check Plotter Calibration Maximum Load 100 0N Maximum Extension 100 0mm Accept Abort Calibrate Pressing the Calibrate Soft Key allows the user to the following screen Output a Plotter Limit Output Output 100 0 100 0 Accept N mm If the batch questions option is turned on then the following scre
50. the number of sample results currently stored with this test Select the required test ASTM D 1894 0 Samples lt gt Select the required test ISO 8295 0 Samples gt Select the required test TAPPI T549 0 Samples lt gt Select one of the test defined above The number in brackets shows the number of sample results currently stored with this test A total of 600 sample results can be stored across all test set ups If the total number of samples cur rently stored with all the test set ups exceeds 500 then the third line will display a warning message Select the required test FRICTION_TEST 501 samples Warning Oniy space for 99 more samples Test Edit As the left and right arrow lt gt Soft Keys are pressed the names of the previously defined tests will be shown 20 FT1 User Manual When the first test is displaved the left arrow will be hidden as shown below Select the required test FRICTION TEST 150 samples lt gt When the last test is displayed and less than 10 set ups have been defined the display below will be shown Select the required test New Test lt Create To define a test refer to Section 9 0 SETTING UP A NEW TEST noting that the supervisor may add a password to prevent the operator from entering the EDIT or CREATE modes FT1 User Manual 21 7 0 OPERATIONAL PRECAUTIONS 7 1 SAFETV LLOYD INSTRUMENTS testing machines are inherently safe if used prope
51. tive Hereby declare that LLOYD materials testing The following Lloyd Instruments Single Column Material Testing Machines LLOYD is a brand name owned by Ametek Inc Machine Part No LSI LSISH 115V LSISH 230V LSISC 115V LSISC 230V LSIEH 1 15V LSIEH 230V LSIEC 115V LSIEC 230V LSI LSISH 230V CNAU LS1SC 230V CNAU LSIEH 230V CNAU LSIEC 230V CNAU LSI Pogo LSIPH 115V LSIPH 230V LSIPC 115V LSIPC 230V LSIXH 115V LSIXH 230V LSIXC 115V LSIXC 230V LSIXC 230V LSI Pogo LSIPH 230V CNAU LS IPC 230V CNAU LSIXH 230V CNAU TAI TAISH 115V TAISH 230V TAISH 230V CNAU TAISC 115V TAISC 230V TAISC 230V CNAU TAIEH 230V FTI FTISC 115V 10N FTISC 230V 10N FTISC 230V ION CNAU FTISC 115V 50N FTISC 230V SON FTI FTISC 230V SON CNAU FTISC 115V I00N FTISC 230V 100N FTISC 230V 100N CNAU LS2 5 LS2KSEH 115V LS2KSEH 230V LS2KSEC 115V LS2K OV LS2KSEH 230V CNAU LS2KSEC 230V CNAU LS2 5 LS2KSXH 115V LS2KSXH 230V LS2KSXC 113V LS2 30V LS2KSXH 230V CNAU LS2KSXC 230V CNAU LSS LS5SH 115V LSSSH 230V LSSSC 115V LS5SC 230V LSSSH 230V CNAU LS5SC 230V CNAU LSS LSSPH 115V LSSPH 230V LSSPC 115V LSSPC 230V LSSPH 230V CNAU LSSPC 230V CNAU Serial Number 100000 and up Are in conformity with the applicable requirements of the following documents Ref No Title EN 61010 1 2010 Safety Requirement for Electrical Equipment for measurement control and laboratory use General requir
52. urrent machine stiffness slot Use the Setup soft key to setup the machine stiffness compensation range and perform a machine stiffness compensation Press a key to change a parameter Test Set Set Mode Preload Limit Compres n Value Value Perform Use the Test Mode soft key to select Tension or Compression Machine Stiffness compensation Use the Set Preload Value soft key to set the start value for the machine stiffness compensation NOTE It is recommended that the minimum value for the machine stiffness compensation start value Preload is 1 of load cell value Use the Set Limit Value soft key to set the machine stiffness compensation end value Use the Perform soft key to perform a machine stiffness compensation 9 15 TEST SETUP DISPLAY Pressing the Setup Soft Key from the Main Setup Display will show the test setup display This is the Test Setup Display Press a key to Select an Option MOULDED_RUBBER Test Test Define Options Results Sample FT1 User Manual 37 9 16 TEST TYPE Pressing the Test Type Soft Key will allow the test type to be defined Test Set Mode Limits Tension Values Pressing the gt Soft Key will toggle between the display above and the next display Speed Set Machine 100 00 Preload Stiffness mm min Value Disabled The test mode Soft Key toggles between Tension and Compression The Test Type Soft Key toggles between Limit and Cycling In cycling mode the Set Limit Values Soft Ke
53. y changes to Set Cycling values Pressing the Set Limit Values Soft Key will allow the values to be set Speed Set Machine 100 00 Preload Stiffness mm min Value Disabled F Limit L2 100 00 ABS REL ABS The limit type value and unit may be set or changed by pressing the Limit soft key The required parameters may then be entered Limit 1 maximum C of S is calculated up to this llimit and the average C of K calculation starts Limit 2 average C of K calculation ends F Limit total machine movement REL ABS calculation of the average force may be taken relative L1 to L2 or absolute start of test to limit 2 Enter a limit value 10 000 mm lt Unit Unit gt Clear All The soft key under the display allows the user to change the data NOTE defaults will be zero Press a key to change a parameter Sled Sled Weight Dimensions 200 gF 38 FT1 User Manual Enables the user to enter a custom sled weight Enter a Sled Weight 200 00 gF Clear All And choose the units Press Kev to Change a Parameter Dimensions Area Area Value Area 360 mm Enables the user to select sled size by area Enter a Sled Area 360 mm2 lt Unit Unit gt Clear All And choose the units NOTE sled dimensions are only used for a report Press a Key to Change Parameter Dimension Width Breadth Area Value Value Dimension 63 25mm 63 25mm Press a Key to Change Parameter Dimension Area Area Value Area 500 2mm Press a
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