MTS Systems FlexTest SE Service Information

Model 493.02 Controller Service
Calibrating a Force Sensor
Calibration
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Task 6 Gain/Linearization Calibration
If you are using Gain/Linearization for your calibration type,
complete the following procedure. If not, complete Task 5 Gain/Delta
K Calibration on page 135 or Task 7 Millivolt/Volt Calibration on
page 153.
Important Using linearization data requires specific conditioner zeroing
practices. Ensure that Electrical Zero Lock on the Offset/
Zero menu is set to Locked. Adjusting electrical zero after
calibration may invalidate linearization data.
Initial force sensor
calibration
For initial calibration of a force sensor, complete the following
procedure:
1. Select Gain/Linearization for Cal Type.
Stand-Alone— Path: Setup > Force > Calibration > Cal Type >
Gain/Linearization
Automated— Select Gain/Linearization for Cal Type on the
Calibration tab of the Inputs panel.
2. Exercise the force standard.
Stand-Alone— Enable the front panel Dial, then adjust the
Setpoint to cycle the load standard readout between zero and full
tension three times. This removes sensor hysteresis. Path: Status >
Setpoint
Automated— Use the Manual Cmd slider on the Manual
Command window to cycle the load standard readout between
zero and full tension three times. This removes sensor hysteresis.
Example: When calibrating a ±10 kN range, exercise the actuator
between 0 and -10 volts. To calibrate the same force sensor for a
different range such as ±5 kN, exercise the load standard between
0 and -5 volts.
3. Apply a tensile force command that is 80% of the range’s full
scale.
Stand-Alone:
A. Enable the front panel Dial.

MTS Systems FlexTest SE Specifications

General

Brand	MTS Systems
Model	FlexTest SE
Category	Controller
Language	English