Instron 5940 - System Description and Terminology; Components

Chapter: Introduction
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System Description and Terminology
Components
The major components of an Instron electromechanical testing system include:
• Load frame with integral controller
• Load cell mounted to the crosshead
Figure 1-1. 5940 Single Column Table Frame
Frame base
Base
Base adapter
Controller
Motor cover
Ground stud
Not shown: Computer
T-slots
Crosshead
Lifting eye
Emergency stop
button
Power input
connector
Control
panel
beam
System ID label
Options
panel
Upper limit stop
Lower limit stop
Ballscrew cover
Column
cover