Instron 6800 - Pneumatic Grips

Chapter: Function of controls
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Pneumatic Grips
Table 9 on page 72 lists the pneumatic grips recommended for use with these testing
systems, combined with the optional integrated air kit and footswitch. They utilize the
grip control features of Operator Protection including reduced initial grip pressure, which
reduces the speed and force of closing while setting up a test, thus reducing the risk of
injury.
Warning
The Cat. no. 2701-004 air kit and footswitch combination should never be used with
any of the grips listed in Table 9 on page 72 nor should it be used with any grips for
which it was not originally supplied.
For pneumatic grips which were originally supplied with the pneumatic-only, single
pedal footswitch (Cat. no. 2701-004), be aware that these grips and associated air
kit and footswitch do NOT utilize any of the features of Operator Protection.
Warning
Always disable the frame before installing or changing pneumatic grips.
When the frame is enabled, the integrated air kit is pressurized. If you attach a grip to
the system in this state, the grip could close.
Other pneumatic grips can be used with the system, including operation with the
integrated air kit and footswitch, but they may not be designed to utilize the full range of
features of Operator Protection. Contact Instron
®
Service for advice.
Table 9. Recommended pneumatic grips
Grip model number Grip capacity
2712-041 1 kN
2712-042 2 kN
2712-045 5 kN
2712-046 10 kN
2712-052 250 N
2712-051 50 N
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1. These low capacity grips do not include the toggle switch.