Attaching the Extensometer
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Mounting to the Specimen using Both
Hands
When testing soft or delicate materials,
two-handed installation reduces the
possibility of marking the specimen.
1. Hold the extensometer with either hand
and engage the gauge length cone-
latch.
2. Using the other hand open the wire
clips to clear the specimen, as shown
in
Figure 8
.
3. Position the extensometer in line with
the specimen and gradually release
the clips.
Figure 8. Two-Handed Installation
Clip Prong
Press Cone Latch to set
Gauge Length
