Instron 5940 User Manual

5940 Series Single Column Table Frames
Operator’s guide M10-16245-EN Revision E
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Instron 5940 Specifications

General

Brand	Instron
Model	5940
Category	Test Equipment
Language	English

Summary

Chapter 1 Introduction

System Safety and Information Labeling

Explanation of safety labels and their meanings.

Chapter 2 Preparing the System

Emergency Stop Button

Location and function of the emergency stop button.

Assemble the Load String

Steps for assembling the load string components.

Select a Load Cell

Install the Load Cell

Procedure for installing a load cell.

Select Grips and Fixtures

Install Grips

Procedure for installing grips onto the load string.

Preload the Load String

Procedure to eliminate backlash and ensure load string integrity.

Chapter 3 Testing Specimens

Warnings

Critical safety warnings for operating testing equipment.

Testing a Sample

Guidelines for performing tests on specimens.

Calibrate a transducer

Procedure for calibrating system transducers.

Set the zero extension point

Set the crosshead limit stops

Setting physical limits to prevent unexpected crosshead movement.

Set the limits for a transducer

Balance a transducer

Troubleshooting