MTS Systems FlexTest SE Service Information

Model 493.02 Controller Service
Calibrating a Force Sensor
Calibration
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7. Reset Linearization Data window to default values.
Stand-Alone— Path: Setup > Force > Calibration > Cal Type >
Gain/Linearization > <<Reset>>
Automated— Click Reset on the Linearization Data window to
return to default values.
8. 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.
9. Apply a tensile force command that is 80% of the range’s full
scale.
Stand-Alone:
A. Using the Dial, adjust the Setpoint for a tensile force
command that is 80% of the full scale range.
B. Verify that your force transducer feedback signal is 80% of the
full scale range.
Automated:
A. Adjust the Manual Cmd slider for a tensile force command
that is 80% of the full scale range.
B. Verify that your force transducer feedback signal is 80% of the
full scale range.
During the initial calibration and tuning of your system, it may
require repeated adjustment for the tensile force command and
feedback values to match.

MTS Systems FlexTest SE Specifications

General

Brand	MTS Systems
Model	FlexTest SE
Category	Controller
Language	English