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1. SAVE CHANGES MENU i ENTR d H ENTR save 4 l i ENTR H ENTR save inc dec OFF up sp gt ftr nc decy ESC ignore ESC PRELOAD LF Ese ignore STOP 1 SG ENTR save STOP ZERO gt inc dec H DOWN SP pie 0e Meo ese ignore ZERO GO i1 i ENTR save x Esc fauTo ReruRN 1 ENTR on OMH EE ignore exu I LENTR sme 4 l ENTR H on ol 1 He Esc H Loan HOLDING 71 H FLI Esc ignore l ENTR save 4 t 4 CYCLES ENTR H inc deo a ane aa ENTR save on o m 1 He Esc BREAK DETECT 271 H CLE Ese ignore ENTR save t 4 HIDWELL 5 ENTR He ine deo ESC ignore I Y ENTR save ESC CONTROL e ENTR PC CONSOLE uml T 4 4 ESC ignore ENTR save 4 i 4 b ENTR inc dec LO DWELL qnc Mee se ignore 1 Y ENTR save 4 I 4 ESC BAUD RATE gt ENTR j inc dec i l 1 4 ESC ignore rj ENTR save 4 H Esc HI LIMIT Pe ENTR Penes CeO ese igors M ENTR save ENTR j inc dec i 4 m esc H sroP amp PAR gt t nc dec Esc ignore ENTR save 4 H ESC LO LIMIT 5 ENTR H ine dec H ESC ignore v Tey m ER sw 5 ENTR H in mm L t 4 RA He escH ums H M Esc ignore ENTR save 4 t 4 ESC H OVERLD HH ENRH or H Esc irere Y ENTR save MARK 10 4 ESC KEYS gt ENTR H MAINTAINED ls H ESC
2. MAGIC ER EN S amp Model ESM301 ESM301L Test Stand User s Guide ESC Exits Test Feature Setup reverts to Operating Mode Scrolls to the previous feature Scrolls to the next feature ENTR Selects the feature allowing it to be modified When the features have been configured as desired and are ready to be saved press ESC to exit Test Feature Setup The screen will show SAVE CHANGES Pressing YES will save the changes and the display will revert to current status Pressing NO will not save the changes and return to the Test Feature Setup menu Note Changes can be made to an unlimited number of settings before saving The following is a flow chart for the menu structure OPERATING MODE j i
3. ignore OTHER 2V MOMENTARY OTHER 4V AUTO 4 M ENTR save 4 PLENTR save _ ESC jH perautt serriNGs P ENTR j inc dec ESC ignore COMP OVERLD H ENTR H inc dec 9 ESC ignore t 4 l 1 4 Y ENTR save 4 ENTR save 4 He Esc NEW PAsswoRp 9 1 ENTR j inc dec i Esc L TEN OVERLD H gt ENTR LH inc dec TES ignore 4 MAGIC BEE S Model ESM301 ESM301L Test Stand User s Guide 4 1 Speed Up Speed Down Speed SPEED UP SPEED DOWN SP If the independent up and down speed option has not been installed the up and down speeds will be the same and is programmed in the SPEED feature If the independent up and down speed option is installed UP SPEED and DN SPEED features will be present and may be set individually Default setting 10 in min Available settings 0 02 45 in min down will increment at an increasingly faster rate Decrements the speed setting by 01 in or 5 mm Holding down will decrement at an increasingly faster rate Returns to the Test Feature Setup menu Exits the feature without saving changes 4 2 Auto Return AUTO RETURN With this function the crosshead moves to a limit switch or soft limit force set point distance limit preload or break detection whichever occurs first and stops Then the crosshead returns to the other limit and stops The test speed is dictated by
4. Preload Value PRELD FS This setting corresponds to preload value defined as a percentage of the force gauge s full scale in IbF units The test stand s response as described in the previous section occurs when this value has been reached Note In low force applications consider test stand vibration and crosshead acceleration as they can be significant enough to produce a force exceeding the preload value Default setting 1 Available settings 0 100 PRELD FS 01 0 ESC ENTR Description Increases or decreases the value in increments of 1 Returns to the Test Feature Setup menu Exits the feature without saving changes 4 8 Load Holding This setting directs the test stand to dynamically adjust the crosshead position to maintain a programmed force The force is programmed as a set point in a Series 5 or 7 gauge refer to the user s guide for details If the CYCLING option has been installed loadholding will be active for the period of time as defined in the Upper Dwell and Lower Dwell settings If CYCLING has not been installed loadholding will continue indefinitely Pressing STOP will end loadholding Default setting OFF Available settings ON OFF LOAD HOLDING ON ESC ENTR MAGIC ER EN S 13 Model ESM301 ESM301L Test Stand User s Guide Cycles through the available settings ENTR Returns to the Test Feature Setup menu Exits the feature without s
5. and Loadholding cannot be enabled simultaneously 5 6 Loadholding Mode In this mode the crosshead moves until the set point value programmed in the force gauge is reached The crosshead then dynamically adjusts its position to maintain a programmed force The force gauge s capacity should be as close as possible to the intended load for best performance In the force gauge both set points must be set The upper set point refers to a force limit in the up tension direction The lower set point refers to a force limit in the down compression direction The opposite set point must be set to any value in the opposite measuring direction For example for a test requiring load holding at 10 IbF of compression force set the upper set point to 30 IbF tension as an example and the lower set point to 10 IbF compression If the CYCLING option has been enabled loadholding will be active for the period of time as defined in the Dwell Time settings If CYCLING has not been enabled load holding will continue indefinitely Before the start of a load holding sequence the crosshead must be positioned at either the upper limit switch to begin compression loadholding or at the lower limit switch to begin tension loadholding An appropriate speed should be chosen for a given sample Fine tuning may be necessary to ensure optimal crosshead dynamic behavior Stiff samples require a lower test speed softer samples can be tested at higher speeds If th
6. settings 1 95 1 increments BREAK PEAK 10 ESC ENTR MAGIC ER ENS 14 Model ESM301 ESM301L Test Stand User s Guide Label Description Increases or decreases the value ENTR Returns to the Test Feature Setup menu Exits the feature without saving changes 4 10 Control Source CONTROL This setting corresponds to the source of test stand control The default value CONSOLE sets the test stand to accept commands only from the console front panel Any external commands received through the serial port are ignored except for the following Request Load Request Travel Zero Gauge Zero Travel Clear Peaks refer to the Operating Modes section for details PC refers to external control via serial communication If any features are changed on the front panel these settings will be ignored except for Auto Return or Cycling If either of these features are turned on PC control will be turned off Default setting CONSOLE Available settings CONSOLE PC 4 11 Baud Rate BAUD RATE This setting corresponds to the baud rate setting of the computer program controlling the test stand Default setting 115200 Available settings 1200 2400 4800 9600 19200 38400 57600 115200 BAUD RATE 115200 ESC ENTR Cycles through the available settings ENTR Returns to the Test Feature Setup menu Exits the feature without saving changes 4 12 Stop Bits and Parity STOP amp PAR T
7. stand on a clean flat and level work area free from vibration If desired the stand can be secured to the work area with 1 4 20 screws fastened into the underside of the base Failure to properly mount the test stand may make it more vulnerable to tipping causing a hazardous situation IMPORTANT Do not fasten any screws more than N 0 25 in 6 mm into the base of the test stand or damage to internal components can occur The test stand can also be mounted using the ESM301 003 mounting kit Screws of various lengths are supplied with this kit to accommodate a range of bench thicknesses Refer to the illustration below for proper assembly TEST STAND _ BASE LT wo P x Fo F ff wy Z Z ff ff gp 4 Sf A sf fo fh Wow Ye fide JE GET Ix ZY oof fat Pd MOUNTING ae HW j 6 g ADAPTER A ff NW P4 Z SS ff Z Z Of 4 K A Pr P LL Pd p uA E Jo uuu oS f ZW ff BENCH CN N WASHER SCREW In general the ESM301 can be mounted at any angle although extra care should be taken during installation and operation When the test stand is in a stable and secure position install a force gauge with four thumb screws provided Mark 10 gauges mount directly without adapters Grips can be mounted onto the force gauge and test stand base 2 2 Installing the limit switches Upper and lower limit switches are provided
8. to stop crosshead travel at user designated positions Each limit switch consists of an internal block riding along a rail and an external thumbscrew The thumbscrews are shipped in a separate bag to avoid damage in transit Refer to the illustration below for proper installation MAGIC ER EN S L4 Model ESM301 ESM301L Test Stand User s Guide 2 3 Connections and Outputs The power plug and controller cable must be connected to the rear of the controller as shown in the illustration below 1 Fuse 2 Controller Cable Connector Plug one end of the cable into this connector and the other end into the connector as shown in the illustration on the right 3 RS 232 Connector Outputs force only or force and travel data via RS 232 Also allows for PC control if appropriate functions are enabled Plug one end of the 09 1056 serial cable into this connector and the other end into a serial connector on a computer or USB converter 4 Power Plug Receptacle Plug the power cord in here Refer to the Connecting Power sub section for important safety information 5 Power switch 6 Travel Indication Connector Plug one end of the USB RJ11 cable into this connector and the other end into the mini USB connector in the rear of the crosshead 7 Force Gauge Cable Connector Interfaces with a Series 7 5 or 4 force gauge Plug one end of the 09 1162 cable into this connector and the other end into the gauge 2 4 Safety p
9. Auto Holding down the button for more than 0 5 seconds will enter momentary mode at which time an audible indicator will sound and the LED indicator on the button pushed will be illuminated A short tap on the button will operate the test stand in maintained mode Pressing STOP during maintained mode will stop crosshead motion Default setting maintained Available settings maintained momentary auto KEYS MAINTAINED ESC ENTR Cycles through the available settings ENTR Returns to the Test Feature Setup menu Exits the feature without saving changes MAGIC ER ENS 16 Model ESM301 ESM301L Test Stand 4 15 Return to Default Settings DEFAULT SETTINGS This setting provides a quick return to factory settings as follows SPEED 10 in min UP SPEED 10 in min DOWN SP 10 in min AUTO RETURN off CYCLING 00000 off HI LIMIT 12 000 19 000 LO LIMIT 12 000 19 000 OVERLD off PRELOAD off LOAD HOLDING off BREAK DETECT off CONTROL CONSOLE BAUD RATE 115200 STOP amp PAR 8 1n UNITS in min KEYS maintained PASSWORD 0000 off Default setting off Available settings off on User s Guide 4 16 Password NEW PWORD If desired a password can be set to prevent unwanted changes to test features The password can be set to any number between 0000 and 9999 The default setting of 0000 indicates that the password is disabled and that the user can freely enter the Test Feature Set
10. Detection Crosshead stops when a sample break has been detected An auto return or cycle dwell time sequence may follow 7 PC Mode Test stand is controlled through a serial connection with a PC The Operating Mode home screen appears as follows SPEED 0 00 menu min max SET If the travel indication option is installed the screen appears as follows TRAVEL SPEED 1 275 0 00 menu min max SET The item selected will be capitalized as shown in the figure above The set speed can be changed in Test Feature Setup If enabled the up and down speeds can be configured independently of each other UP SPEED and DN SPEED Otherwise the SPEED setting corresponds to crosshead speed in both directions 5 2 Menu Navigation At power up the display will show the operation screen for whichever mode was used last The display will appear as one of the following IENEIES ER EN S E Model ESM301 ESM301L Test Stand User s Guide 1 Basic amp Auto Return Modes travel indication option not installed SPEED 0 00 menu min max SET 2 Basic amp Auto Return Modes travel indication option installed TRAVEL SPEED 1 275 0 00 menu min max SET 3 Cycling Mode travel indication option not installed TRAVEL CYCLES REMAINING CYCLES 00024 menu min max SET Note The min and max keys will not appear when a password has been set 4 PC Mode Appea
11. Force Test Stand Model ESM301 ESM301L User s Guide WA GIDE Model ESM301 ESM301L Test Stand User s Guide Thank you Thank you for purchasing a Mark 10 ESM301 ESM301L Force Test Stand designed for producing up to 300 IbF 1 5 kN of tension or compression force The ESM301 is an essential component of a force testing system typically also comprising a force gauge and grips With proper usage we are confident that you will get many years of great service with this product Mark 10 test stands are ruggedly built for many years of service in laboratory and industrial environments This User s Guide provides setup safety and operation instructions Dimensions and specifications are also provided For additional information or answers to your questions please do not hesitate to contact us Our technical support and engineering teams are eager to assist you Before use each person who is to use the test stand should be fully trained in appropriate operation and safety procedures TABLE OF CONTENTS OVERVIEW nne on rich te here Ua ee e ei eai Eve Rad de 3 SETUP AND SAFETY eene dh ttr bi e REUS 4 OPERATION BASICS ieri ke eti ii eerta 6 TEST FEATURE SETUP iet hber EE EE Sa Eae OPERATING MODES eene 18 FUNCTION ACTIVATION sssssseenmem eene 25 TROUBLESHOOTING ssssssssseeeeeeneenneree 26 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE s
12. IC ER EN S EJ 2 MAEM Cy Mark 10 Corporation has been an innovator in the force and torque measurement fields since 1979 We strive to achieve 100 customer satisfaction through excellence in product design manufacturing and customer support In addition to our standard line of products we can provide modifications and custom designs for OEM applications Our engineering team is eager to satisfy any special requirements Please contact us for further information or suggestions for improvement ACLA EE We make a measurable difference in force and torque measurement Mark 10 Corporation 11 Dixon Avenue Copiague NY 11726 USA 1 888 MARK TEN Tel 631 842 9200 Fax 631 842 9201 Internet www mark 10 com M E mail info mark 10 com REV 8 1014
13. RUSH HAZARD KEEP CLEAR OF TEST AREA Definition Keep any body parts and clothing clear of the area between the base of the test stand and the moving crosshead MAGIC 6 Model ESM301 ESM301L Test Stand User s Guide 4 In those applications where samples can shatter or other applications that could lead to a hazardous situation use of a machine guard is strongly recommended 5 When the test stand is not in use ensure that the power is turned off to prevent accidental engagement of any of the controls 3 2 Controls DISPLAY Xs 2 Pd EMERGENCY STOP EMERGENCY STOP OOOO ad i STOP ZERO TRAVEL DISPLAY UCELENE DOWN SOFT KEYS SOFT KEYS TRAVEL DISPLAY display if travel indication option is installed EMERGENCY Press this button anytime to stop test stand motion Rotate clockwise to STOP release 3 3 Modes Overview The ESM301 has three functional modes 1 OPERATING MODE This is the operating mode in which testing sequences can be started and stopped 2 TEST FEATURE SETUP In this mode test features are configured such as rate of speed number of cycles password editing and other features 3 FUNCTION ACTIVATION Many test stand functions such as cycling auto return distance measurement and others are ordered individually as options The Function Activation menu provides a means of ident
14. ample a Request speed b Set travel units to inches C Enter cycle mode d Move crosshead down Set speed Inch format eXX XX e Two leading zeroes and two decimal places required lee ccs Millimeter format eXXXX X l e0200 3 200 3 mm min Four leading zeroes and one decimal place required f Set cycles Format fXXXX leading zeroes required f0500 500 cycles Set lower travel limit Inch format g XX XXX Negative sign if applicable two leading zeroes and three g decimal places required Millimeter format g XXX XX Negative sign if applicable three leading zeroes and two decimal places required Set upper travel limit Inch format h XX XXX Negative sign if applicable two leading zeroes and three h decimal places required Millimeter format h XXX XX Negative sign if applicable three leading zeroes and two decimal places required i Set travel units to millimeters g 00 550 0 55 in g01 258 1 258 in g 007 52 7 52 mm g010 70 10 7 mm h 00 550 0 55 in h01 258 1 258 in h 007 52 7 52 mm h010 70 10 7 mm MAGIC ER ENS e Model ESM301 ESM301L Test Stand User s Guide Set crosshead speed to maximum speed Set crosshead speed to minimum speed Enter travel limit mode Enter manual mode Transmit travel and force readings Set crosshead speed to programmed speed Request stand status Request number of cycle
15. and no counter will be displayed The cycle sequence may be interrupted before it has been completed by pressing STOP A soft key labeled RESET will appear as follows CYCLES 00024 RESET At this point there are two options MAGIC Model ESM301 ESM301L Test Stand User s Guide 1 Cancel the cycle sequence Press RESET to stop and reset the cycle sequence The cycle counter will revert to the number of cycles originally programmed 2 Resume the cycle sequence Press UP or DOWN to resume Once the sequence has been completed the screen will revert to the number of cycles programmed originally To begin another cycle test press UP or DOWN Travel indication and limit switch operation is the same as in Basic Mode 5 5 Preload Mode In this mode the crosshead moves at the set speed 10 in min 250 mm min maximum until the programmed preload value has been reached If moving in the up direction a tension preload is required If moving in the down direction a compression preload is required When the preload is reached the sequence of events programmed in the Preload feature occurs If the ZERO GO setting is selected and if the set speed is greater than 10 in min the crosshead speed will revert to this setting after the travel indicator is zeroed Note 1 Before the start of a preload sequence the crosshead must be positioned at either the upper or lower physical limit switch Note 2 Preload
16. are shipped separately to avoid damage in transit 5 3 3 Overload Protection The 09 1162 cable is required for overload protection of a Mark 10 force gauge If overload protection is installed and enabled the crosshead will stop when the programmed percentage of full scale of the force gauge has been reached When overload protection is enabled if the 09 1162 cable is disconnected and or if the force gauge is turned off an error message will appear Plug in the cable and or turn on the force gauge to clear the message Note When the crosshead is moving in the UP direction only the tension overload setting is active When the crosshead is moving in the DOWN direction only the compression overload setting is active MAGIC ER EN S EJ Model ESM301 ESM301L Test Stand User s Guide 5 4 Auto Return Mode In this mode the crosshead moves to whichever limit it encounters first and stops Then the crosshead returns at maximum speed to the other limit whichever occurs first and stops The speed at which the crosshead travels is dictated by the SPEED setting or UP SPEED and DN SPEED settings if the independent up and down speeds option is installed Press UP or DOWN to initiate an Auto Return sequence The crosshead can be stopped at any time during an Auto Return sequence by pressing STOP To resume the test press UP or DOWN Note If the crosshead has stopped at a soft limit the limit condition may be overri
17. as expired any functions and their associated menus not originally purchased will no longer be available 8 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE The ESM301 should be operated in a dry and clean area Under these circumstances only a few periodic maintenance operations are required MAGIC ER ERN S EJ Model ESM301 ESM301L Test Stand User s Guide 8 1 Acme screw lubrication twice per year 1 Remove the right column cover by loosening the screws as shown above 2 Using a brush apply a small amount of general purpose lithium grease to the lead screw 3 Cycle the crosshead up and down several times until the newly applied grease has been spread evenly over the length of the screw Re install the column cover 8 2 Check for loosened grips and attachments daily Check to ensure that the grips attached to the force gauge and base plate are firmly secured Looseness could result in a potentially hazardous situation 8 3 Check for loosened components once per month 1 Remove the test sample from the test stand 2 Turn off power to the test stand and disconnect the power cord Attempt to loosen subcomponents of the test stand ex fasteners brackets etc All components should be firmly attached If any looseness is detected stop using the test stand and contact Mark 10 or a distributor for instructions MAGIC ER EN S Model ESM301 ESM301L Test Stand User s Guide 9 SPECIFICATIONS Load capacity lt 24 in 610 mm m
18. aving changes 4 9 1 Break Detection This setting directs the test stand to stop when a sample break has occurred The test stand stops when the force has decreased to a specified percentage of peak Default setting OFF Available settings ON OFF BREAK DETECT ON ESC ENTR Cycles through the available settings ENTR Returns to the Test Feature Setup menu Exits the feature without saving changes 4 9 2 Break Detection Activation Threshold This setting corresponds to the force threshold after which the break detection function is active The threshold is provided to prevent false activation of the function during sample handling The threshold is defined as a percentage of full scale of the force gauge For example for a 50 IbF capacity force gauge a setting of 10 represents 5 IbF Default setting 10 Available settings 1 95 1 increments BRK THRESH 80 ESC ENTR Description Increases or decreases the value Returns to the Test Feature Setup menu Exits the feature without saving changes 4 9 3 Break Detection Percentage of Peak This setting corresponds to the force trigger for break detection defined as a percentage of peak force For example A sample is pulled until 50 IbF then breaks The break detection percentage setting is 60 After the sample breaks the force rapidly decreases to 30 IbF 60 of peak and causes the test stand to stop Default setting 80 Available
19. d distances are relative to the zero position of the crosshead The travel indicator can be zeroed by pressing and holding STOP for 3 seconds Default settings 12 000 in 12 000 in ESM301 or 19 000 in 19 000 in ESM301L Available settings From 19 000 to 19 000 in HI LIMIT 2 058 ESC ENTR IENEIES ER EN S El Model ESM301 ESM301L Test Stand User s Guide Increases the travel limit setting by 001 in or 02 mm Holding down will increment at an increasingly faster rate Decreases the travel limit setting by 001 in or 02 mm Holding down will increment at an increasingly faster rate ENTR Returns to the Test Feature Setup menu Exits the feature without saving changes 4 6 1 Overload Protection OVERLD The ESM301 protects a force gauge from overload by measuring incoming analog voltage and stopping crosshead travel when the programmed percentage of full scale has been reached The default setting is for Mark 10 gauges 1V however the setting may be changed to 2V or 4V to accommodate other force gauges Default setting OFF Available settings MARK 10 OTHER 2V OTHER 4V OFF OVERLD MARK 10 ESC ENTR 4 6 2 Compression and Tension Overload Settings COMP OVERLD and TEN OVERLD This setting corresponds to the percentage of force gauge full scale at which crosshead travel stops For example a setting of 80 for a 50 IbF capacity force gauge would stop crosshead trave
20. dden by pressing and holding UP or DOWN for two seconds 5 5 Cycling Mode This mode cycles the crosshead between limits whichever occurs first One cycle consists of the following steps 1 Crosshead moves to a limit at the specified speed 2 Crosshead stops for the specified amount of dwell time 3 Crosshead reverses direction returns to the other limit at the specified speed and stops for the specified amount of dwell time A cycling sequence can be initiated from any position and can start in either direction If the crosshead is at a limit however cycling can only be started in the opposite direction To initiate a cycle sequence press UP or DOWN During a cycle sequence a counter will be displayed indicating the number of cycles remaining as shown below CYCLES 00024 menu min max SET As in Basic Mode the min max and set soft keys are active during crosshead movement When the cycling sequence and the crosshead has stopped at a soft limit the limit condition may be overridden by pressing and holding UP or DOWN 5 5 1 Dwell time Dwell time is the amount of time in seconds for which the crosshead stops at a limit during a cycle sequence When the crosshead has reached a limit a counter will be displayed shown as follows DWELL 0001 5 menu min max SET If the DWELL U and or DWELL L settings are set to 0 the crosshead will immediately reverse direction upon reaching the corresponding limit
21. e speed of approach is too high for a given sample stiffness the crosshead may overshoot the set point value requiring an adjustment sequence where the crosshead reverses then moves again in the original direction multiple times before settling at the set point value A high enough speed may cause this correction cycle to repeat indefinitely For softer samples the amplitude of oscillation will be smaller but could still be present for the duration of the loadholding period This is typical for samples which may relax such as rubber foam etc Lowering the test speed will reduce the oscillation DAGIC GEE 22 Model ESM301 ESM301L Test Stand User s Guide For non relaxing materials such as metal springs the oscillation should stop shortly after the holding force is reached Note Preload and Load Holding cannot be enabled simultaneously 5 7 Break Detection Mode In this mode the crosshead will stop when a sample break has occurred This action occurs when the force has decreased to a specified percentage of peak as illustrated below PEAK s gt PERCENTAGE FORCE THRESHOLD DETECTION DETECTED TIME If enabled an auto return sequence or single cycle sequence may follow break detection 5 8 PC Mode The ESM301 can be controlled by a PC via serial communication A list of supported ASCII commands is provided below Command Description Ex
22. ed to communicate between a Mark 10 gauge and the test stand The 09 1056 serial cable is needed to communicate between a PC and the test stand Baud rate stop bits and parity must be programmed in the stand to correspond with the PC software s settings While in PC control if any features are changed on the front panel these settings will be ignored except if Auto Return or Cycling are turned on If so PC control will be turned off automatically DIENEN EN S 24 Model ESM301 ESM301L Test Stand User s Guide 6 FUNCTION ACTIVATION This menu displays the list of available functions and indicates which ones are installed indicated by ON or OFF Those that are not installed can be installed in the field 6 1 Accessing Function Activation Menu While in Operating Mode press and hold STOP then press menu simultaneously and release both buttons The display will appear as follows CYCLING OFF ESC lt gt ENTR Scrolls to the previous function Scrolls to the next function Selects the function Exits Function Activation Menu 6 2 Activating Functions Functions not originally purchased can be activated with an authorization code To activate the function scroll through the menu until the desired function is displayed then press ENTR If the function is already activated indicated by ON pressing ENTR has no effect If the function is off pressing ENTR will generate a request code o
23. ementing Decreases the number of cycles in increments of 1 Holding down will decrement at an increasingly faster rate If 00000 is reached the next number will be 99999 and continue decrementing Press and hold and simultaneously If pressed and held for 2 seconds or longer the number of cycles will change to O Returns to the Test Feature Setup menu Exits the feature without saving changes 4 4 Upper and Lower Dwell Times U DWELL and LO DWELL This setting corresponds to the amount of time in seconds for which the crosshead stops at the limit during a cycle sequence Note The dwell time setting is unavailable for an auto return sequence Default setting O no dwell time Available settings 0 9999 9 HI DWELL 0000 0 ESC ENTR Increases dwell time in increments of 1 Holding down will increment at an increasingly faster rate If 9999 9 is reached the next number will be 0 and continue incrementing Decreases dwell time in increments of 1 Holding down will decrement at an increasingly faster rate If O is reached the next number will be 9999 9 and continue decrementing ENTR Returns to the Test Feature Setup menu Exits the feature without saving changes 4 5 Upper and Lower Travel Limits UPPER LM and LOWER LM This setting corresponds to the travel distance the crosshead moves before stopping or cycling Upper and lower limits are programmed individually The programme
24. ess 26 SPECIFICATIONS eter ett bei nente ene pasa rnc 28 DIMENSIONS rtr neenon etae et ice de e ceu nos 28 DAIENEIESERERI Model ESM301 ESM301L Test Stand User s Guide 1 OVERVIEW 1 1 List of included items o S Description ESM301 or ESM301L test stand Force gauge mounting thumbscrews Limit switch thumbscrews same as above supplied in a separate package Power cord Cable controller to test frame 12 longer cables are optional Cable USB to RJ11 for travel indication option ESM301 002 X column extension optional ESM301 003 bench mounting kit optional 09 1162 multi function cable optional 09 1056 serial cable optional RSU100 USB converter optional L2 L L L L n amp SM Accessories kit small hook medium hook 2 diameter compression plate 2 extension rod 10 32 coupler Allen wrench set 1 Resource CD Note Unless otherwise indicated all references to the model ESM301 also apply to the ESM301L 1 2 Physical Features Note the following physical features of the ESM301 The user s guide will reference this terminology DAIENEIESERER IS Limit switches rear of column not visible Force gauge Crosshead Upper grip m Lower grip VIE mnes Base i Controller Column um Motor E Model ESM301 ESM301L Test Stand User s Guide 2 SETUP AND SAFETY 2 1 Mounting Place the
25. h voltage can cause serious injury or even death 2 Ensure that the test stand is kept away from water or any electrically conductive liquids at all times 3 Make sure the electrical outlet powering the test stand has local earth ground 3 prong connector 4 The test stand should be serviced by a trained technician only Power must be disconnected before the column covers are removed After the above safety checks and procedures have been performed the test stand may be powered on and is ready for operation 3 OPERATION BASICS 3 1 Operational Safety The following safety checks and procedures should be performed before and during operation 1 Always consider the characteristics of the sample being tested before initiating a test A risk assessment should be carried out beforehand to ensure that all safety measures have been addressed and implemented 2 Wear eye and face protection when testing especially when testing brittle samples that have the potential to shatter under force Be aware of the dangers posed by potential energy that can accumulate in the sample during testing Extra bodily protection should be worn if a destructive failure of a test sample is possible 3 Keep away from moving parts of the test stand Loose articles of clothing should not be worn Long hair should be covered to avoid a hazardous situation A Crush Hazard warning label is located on the base of the test stand It appears as follows WARNING C
26. his corresponds to the stop bits and parity settings of the computer program controlling the stand Default setting 8 1n Available settings 8 1E 8 stop bits 1 stop bit even parity 8 10 8 stop bits 1 stop bit odd parity 8 1n 8 data bits 1 stop bit no parity 8 2n 8 data bits 2 stop bits no parity 7 1E 7 data bits 1 stop bit even parity 7 10 7 data bits 1 stop bit odd parity 7 2E 7 data bits 2 stop bits even parity 7 20 7 data bits 2 stop bits odd parity 7 2n 7 data bits 2 stop bits no parity IENEIES ER ENS 15 Model ESM301 ESM301L Test Stand User s Guide STOP amp PAR 8 1n ESC ENTR Description Increases or decreases the value Returns to the Test Feature Setup menu Exits the feature without saving changes 4 13 Units of Speed UNITS This setting corresponds to units of speed measurement Default setting in min Available settings in min mm min UNITS in min ESC ENTR Cycles through the available settings ENTR Returns to the Test Feature Setup menu Exits the feature without saving changes 4 14 Programmable Button Function KEYS Three button function modes are available 1 Maintained The crosshead will move continuously once the button has been pressed and held Subsequently pressing STOP will stop crosshead motion 2 Momentary The crosshead will move only if the button is held down Releasing the button will stop movement immediately 3
27. ifying which functions were purchased Through this menu it is also possible to enable any functions not originally purchased via an activation code All functions are temporarily enabled for the first 160 hours of operation as described below DIENEN EN S Model ESM301 ESM301L Test Stand User s Guide DEMO MODE The ESM301 is shipped in Demo Mode during which time all available functions are temporarily activated for 160 hours of operation At power up a counter displays the number of hours remaining as follows REMAINING DEMO TIME 160 HOURS Press STOP to continue At the end of this period any functions not originally purchased will be deactivated and will no longer be accessible from the Test Feature Setup menu Demo Mode can be suspended at any time by pressing and holding STOP while turning on power to the test stand This mode can be re enabled in the same manner and will be active for the remaining time period Refer to the Function Activation section for instructions for field activation 4 TEST FEATURE SETUP This section provides configuration instructions for each test feature Featre Standard Optional All ESM301 test stands are shipped in Demo Mode as explained in the Overview section After Demo Mode expires only installed functions will be displayed in Test Feature Setup The initial Test Feature Setup screen appears as follows SPEED 10 00 ESC lt gt ENTR
28. in 300 IbF 1 5 KN gt 24 in 610 mm min 200 IbF 1 kN Standard speed range 0 5 13 in min 13 330 mm min Optional speed range 0 02 45 in min 0 5 1 100 mm min Maximum travel ESM301 11 5 in 292 mm ESM301L 18 0 in 457 mm Speed seting accuracy Speed variation with load Travel accuracy Travel resolution Limit switch repeatability 0 001 in 0 03 mm Power Universal input 80 240 VAC 50 60 Hz Fuse type 1 2 A 250V 3AG SLO BLO ESM301 34 Ib 15 4 kg Weight without options ESM301L 39 5 Ib i Kg Environmental Conditions 40 100 F 5 40 C max 96 humidity non condensating 10 DIMENSIONS i SSS 10 32 UNF 2B X 0 350 DEEP X24 e 0 500 12 7 _ EE TYP 0 500 12 7 i 173 TYP i 3 26 82 8 7 fat b P b 2 800 71 1 tese e P m iu 516 18 UNC 2B Ct X 0 350 DEEP T l 2 300 58 4 2 76 70 1 d 3 00 76 2 o MOUNTING PLATE TOP VIEW I u Dg RE o ow c 8 g 5 3 1 ume 165 0 LL 3 20 335 3 B Series 3 2 C Series 7 5 4 ESM301 24 5 622 3 5 15 0 89 381 2 3 13 8 58 351 ESM301L 31 5 800 3 5 21 5 89 546 2 3 20 3 58 516 DIENEN EN S EJ Model ESM301 ESM301L Test Stand User s Guide NOTES MAG
29. l when approximately 40 IbF is reached Note When the crosshead is moving in the UP direction only the tension overload setting applies When the crosshead is moving in the DOWN direction only the compression overload setting applies Default setting 100 Available settings 20 100 10 increments COMP OVERLD 100 ESC ENTR Description Increases or decreases the value Returns to the Test Feature Setup menu Exits the feature without saving changes 4 7 1 Preload PRELOAD This setting corresponds to the test stand s response to an initial load referred to as a preload The crosshead can stop and or zero the travel display when the preload has been reached This function is useful for applications such as spring testing elongation testing and tensile and compression testing of various materials In effect it establishes a reference point It is also sometimes referred to as a touch Note Before the start of a preload sequence the crosshead must be positioned at either the upper or lower physical limit switch Default setting OFF Available settings STOP STOP ZERO ZERO GO OFF MAGIC ER EN S 12 Model ESM301 ESM301L Test Stand User s Guide PRELOAD ZERO GO ESC ENTR STOP ZERO Travel display is zeroed when preload has been reached crosshead does not stop Returns to the Test Feature Setup menu Exits the feature without saving changes 4 7 2
30. n the display as shown below CYCLING 0139027 ESC T ENTR The request code must be supplied to Mark 10 or a distributor who will then provide a corresponding authorization code to activate the function The process for entering the authorization code is as follows 1 The first digit of the request code will be flashing Press to increment the digit Pressing when the number 9 is displayed will return to O 2 Press to advance to subsequent digits and change them in the same manner 3 Press ENTR when complete If an incorrect code is entered the controller will return to the Function Activation Setup menu without installing the function If this happens the above process must be repeated The Function Activation Menu also includes a utility for disabling the password Scroll through the functions until the following is displayed DISABLE PASSWORD ESC lt gt ENTR Press ENTR to generate the request code then follow the authorization code procedure as indicated above MAGIC e Model ESM301 ESM301L Test Stand User s Guide 6 3 Demo Mode All ESM301 test stands are shipped in Demo Mode which provides full functionality of all available functions for an evaluation period of 160 operating hours When this period has expired an additional 160 hours may be added via the authorization code procedure indicated above 7 TROUBLESHOOTING 1 The ESM301 displays several error messages a
31. ode at which time an audible indicator will sound and the LED indicator on the button pushed will be illuminated A short tap on the button will operate the test stand in Maintained mode Pressing STOP during Maintained mode will stop crosshead motion To resume the test press UP or DOWN again Pressing EMERGENCY STOP will immediately stop crosshead motion in any mode To release rotate clockwise To resume the test press UP or DOWN Crosshead movement will take place until a limit has been reached If the crosshead has stopped at a soft limit the limit condition may be overridden by pressing and holding UP or DOWN for two seconds 5 3 1 Travel Indication If installed travel indication is displayed in the upper left corner of the display The displayed units are the same as programmed in the UNITS feature Indicated travel is a relative value To zero the value press and hold STOP for two seconds If the cable connecting the crosshead to the rear of the controller is unplugged the position value will not change when the crosshead moves 5 3 2 Limit Switch Operation Limit switches allow the operator to set a location along the column at which O point the crosshead will stop moving Limit switches are located at the rear of Es the test stand column as shown in the image to the left Adjust the switches positions by loosening repositioning and re tightening the thumb screws The thumb screws must be installed after unpacking They
32. roper usage Typical materials able to be tested by the ESM301 include many manufactured items such as springs electronic components fasteners caps films mechanical assemblies and many others Items that should not be used with the ESM301 include potentially flammable substances or products items that can shatter in an unsafe manner and any other components that can present an exceedingly hazardous situation when acted upon by a force IENEIES ER EN S i Model ESM301 ESM301L Test Stand User s Guide 2 4 1 Using Grips amp Fixtures with the ESM301 Ensure that the grip or fixture is positioned to ensure axial load with respect to the loading shaft of the force gauge When using a grip ensure that it secures the sample in such a way that it is prevented from slipping out during a test preventing a potential safety risk to the operator and others in the vicinity If using a grip or fixture from a supplier other than Mark 10 ensure that it is constructed of suitably rugged materials and components 2 5 Connecting power Plug one end of the power cord into its receptacle at the rear of the stand and the other end into a wall outlet with local earth ground 3 prong connector Before turning on power the following safety checks and procedures should be performed 1 Never operate the test stand if there is any visible damage to the power cord or the test stand itself The ESM301 is powered by 110V 220V Any contact with this hig
33. rs the same as in Basic and Auto Return modes menu Enters Test Feature Setup Sets speed to minimum speed Will not appear when a password has been set a E ee password has been set INMET P RM DN SPEED setting Pressing menu will enter Test Feature Setup If a password has been programmed the display will prompt the following PASSWORD 0000 ESC ENTR The password is a four digit number Press or to increment or decrement the number Once the complete password has been entered press ENTR If correct the display will enter the Test Feature Setup menu If the password is incorrect the display flashes INCORRECT PASSWORD and then reverts to Operating Mode 5 3 Basic Mode The crosshead moves upward when UP is pressed and downward when DOWN is pressed When the crosshead is in motion an LED indicator on the button pushed will be illuminated The KEYS setting controls how crosshead movement responds to the push of the UP and DOWN buttons The three settings are MAGIC ER EN S 19 Model ESM301 ESM301L Test Stand User s Guide 1 Maintained default The crosshead will move continuously once the button has been pressed Subsequently pressing STOP will stop crosshead motion 2 Momentary The crosshead will move only if the button is pressed and held Releasing the button will stop movement immediately 3 Auto Holding down the button for more than 0 5 seconds will enter Momentary m
34. s completed Request number of cycles set Stop crosshead Reset cycle counter to zero Move crosshead up Request upper travel limit Request lower travel limit Request travel value NxI icie jo5 iL0o0o I53 Ix Reset travel to zero The transmission of ASCII p will return the stand status The following are the return codes and their definitions Command Description U Crosshead moving up Crosshead status D Crosshead moving down S Crosshead stopped C Cycle mode Limit mode Manual mode Crosshead at upper limit Crosshead at lower limit Operating mode Limit switch status OIC IS sT Commands relating to Mark 10 instruments are not the same as indicated in their respective user s guides A list of supported ASCII commands is provided below Command Description A Displays current unit F Toggles between Normal and Data Collect modes P Steps through Normal mode Tension Peak mode and Compression Peak mode R Zeroes the instrument zeroes all modes S Sends current mode Normal Tension Peak Compression Peak or Data Collect U Steps through units X or Sends currently displayed reading Y Enables RS 232 output and sends continuous data stream when in Data Collect mode Z Zeroes the peak values The ESM301 is compatible with legacy Nexygen TCD software which also utilizes the above commands The 09 1162 cable is need
35. s follows Error Message Description The force gauge is powered off in a menu or not connected to the CHECK GAUGE stand controller Message appears when overload protection is turned on The stand is attempting to move the crosshead up or down but it cannot establish communication with the force gauge The communication settings in the force gauge are not correct or the gauge is in a menu GAUGE COMM ERROR The programmed overload percentage of the force gauge s full scale GAUGE OVERLOAD has been reached Immediately reduce the force or adjust the overload settings A Series 5 or 7 force gauge with firmware version 1 7 or later is Mode required for proper operation of the selected functions in the stand To clear any of the above errors press STOP The amber light in the STOP button will be blinking when the error message is displayed 2 The crosshead will move only in one direction or not at all Possible causes 1 Ensure all cables are plugged in properly 2 Ensure that the force value has not exceeded the overload limits configured in the stand 3 Ensure that force gauge set points have been configured properly 3 The travel display value does not change when the crosshead moves Check to make sure the encoder cable is plugged in properly 4 Certain menu items are no longer displayed All test stand functions are temporarily enabled for 160 hours of operation in Demo Mode When demo mode h
36. the SPEED setting or the UP SPEED and DOWN SP settings The return speed is always maximum speed The maximum speed depends on whether or not the optional high speed range has been installed Default setting off Available settings off on AUTO RETURN off ESC ENTR Cycles through the available settings ENTR Returns to the Test Feature Setup menu Exits the feature without saving changes Note If AUTO RETURN is turned on CYCLING is automatically turned off and the KEYS feature is automatically set to MAINTAINED mode See following pages for details on the CYCLING and KEYS features 4 3 Cycling CYCLES This setting allows the user to configure the number of up and down cycles through which the crosshead will sequence One cycle consists of the crosshead moving to a limit switch or soft limit whichever occurs first at the specified speed stopping for the specified amount of dwell time and returning to the other limit at the specified speed If the independent up and down speed function is not enabled the speed will be the same in both directions Default setting 00000 off Available settings 00000 99999 MAGIC ER ERN S 10 Model ESM301 ESM301L Test Stand User s Guide CYCLES 00000 ESC ENTR Increases the number of cycles in increments of 1 Holding down will increment at an increasingly faster rate If 99999 is reached the next number will be 00000 and continue incr
37. up menu If misplaced or forgotten the password may be reset through a code activation process Details on this may be found in the Function Activation section Default setting 0000 off Available settings 0000 9999 NEW PWORD 0000 ESC ENTR Label Description Increases or decreases the value ENTR Returns to the Test Feature Setup menu ESC Exits the feature without saving changes MAGIC ER EN S Model ESM301 ESM301L Test Stand User s Guide 5 OPERATING MODES 5 1 Mode Overview The ESM301 can be operated in several modes including combinations of these modes 1 Basic Mode Manual control of crosshead motion 2 Auto Return Mode Crosshead moves to a limit switch or force set point travel distance preload or sample break referred to as soft limits whichever occurs first Then it reverses and moves at maximum speed to the other limit whichever occurs first 3 Cycling Mode Crosshead cycles between limits at the selected speed s and pauses at each limit or set point for a selected period of time 4 Preload Mode Crosshead moves until the preload has been reached and performs the action programmed in the setting An auto return cycle dwell time or break detection sequence may follow 5 Load Holding Mode Crosshead moves to a force set point stops then dynamically adjusts position to maintain the programmed force An auto return or cycle dwell time sequence may follow 6 Break

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