Instron 68TM-10 Preinstallation Manual Download Page 57

Page: 57 / 66

Transport dual column frames

Product Support:

www.instron.com

Hazard - do not lift the frame by the top plate.

The top plate cannot support the weight of the frame. If you try to lift the frame with a
forklift under the top plate, the top plate could break and cause personal injury and
equipment damage.

Crosshead method

This method requires protective padding on either the crosshead or forklift arms to
protect the crosshead from scratching or marring.

This method can be used to:

•

Transport the load frame to the site location.

•

Lift a tabletop load frame onto a table or workbench.

•

Lift the frame to remove the transport skid from the frame’s base.

Summary of Contents for 68TM-10

Page 1: ...Model 68TM 10 Dual Column Table Model Preinstallation Manual M10 17417 EN Revision B ...

Page 2: ...is Tool Works Inc ITW Other names logos icons and marks identifying Instron products and services referenced herein are trademarks of ITW and may not be used without the prior written permission of ITW Other product and company names listed are trademarks or trade names of their respective companies Original Instructions Copyright 2020 Illinois Tool Works Inc All rights reserved All of the specifi...

Page 3: ...e range of applications with which our instruments are used and over which we have no control additional protection devices and operating procedures may be necessary due to specific accident prevention regulations safety regulations further EEA directives or locally valid regulations The extent of our delivery regarding protective devices is defined in your initial sales quotation We are thus free...

Page 4: ... in grip jaws or fixture components that can result in breakage of these components The high energies involved can cause the broken parts to be projected forcefully some distance from the test area Install specimens in the center of the grip jaws in line with the load path Insert specimens into the jaws by at least the amount recommended in your grip documentation This amount can vary between 66 t...

Page 5: ...ear of the jaws of a grip or fixture at all times Keep clear of the hazard area between the grips or fixtures during actuator or crosshead movement Ensure that all actuator or crosshead movements necessary for installation or removal are slow and where possible at a low force setting Hazard Do not place a testing system off line from computer control without first ensuring that no actuator or cros...

Page 6: ...achinery Disconnect equipment from all power supplies before removing any cover which gives access to rotating machinery Do not reconnect any power supply while the covers are removed unless you are specifically instructed to do so in the manual If the equipment needs to be operated to perform maintenance tasks with the covers removed ensure that all loose clothing long hair etc is tied back Refit...

Page 7: ...t may be tested any hazard resulting from the failure of a test specimen assembly or structure is entirely the responsibility of the owner and the user of the equipment Hazard Ensure components of the load string are correctly pre loaded to minimize the risk of fatigue failure Dynamic systems especially where load reversals through zero are occurring are at risk of fatigue cracks developing if com...

Page 8: ...Preliminary Pages 8 M10 17417 EN ...

Page 9: ...Chapter 2 Requirements 23 Responsibilities 23 Customer s responsibilities 23 Supplier s responsibilities 24 Site requirements 25 Frame location 26 Floor loading 26 Table loading 26 Power supply 26 Telephone and network access 27 Ceiling clearance 27 Environmental conditions 27 Accessibility 27 Site requirements for system accessories 27 Environmental specifications 28 General 28 Conformity with EU...

Page 10: ...ns 41 Crosshead dimensions 42 Top plate dimensions 43 System Performance 43 Chapter 4 Risk reduction and safe use 45 Residual risks 45 Rapid crosshead motion 46 Pinching fingers between grip jaw faces 48 Impact of debris from breaking specimens 49 Operator Protection Overview 50 Chapter 5 Lifting and handling 53 General handling precautions 53 68TM 10 Packaging dimensions and weight 53 Unpack dual...

Page 11: ...11 Preliminary Pages Product Support www instron com Crane method 61 Index 63 ...

Page 12: ...Preliminary Pages 12 M10 17417 EN ...

Page 13: ...tions that are required for installation of your testing system for example required environmental conditions system weights and dimensions transporting your system to its final location including instructions for lifting and handling system performance specifications for this frame model Refer to the Operator s Guide for instructions on connecting system components system configuration running te...

Page 14: ...Chapter Introduction 14 M10 17417 EN System Description and Terminology Figure 1 6800 Dual Column Table Model with Bluehill Operator Dashboard Front View 10 2 7 1 9 5 8 3 4 6 11 ...

Page 15: ...w instron com Legend for Figure 1 Label Component 1 T slots 2 Top plate 3 Column cover 4 Load cell 5 Upper limit switch 6 Limit switch actuator 7 Lower limit switch 8 Emergency stop button 9 Indicator panel 10 Bluehill Operator Dashboard optional 11 Handset ...

Page 16: ...Chapter Introduction 16 M10 17417 EN Figure 2 6800 Dual Column Table Model Rear View Legend for Figure 2 1 9 2 4 3 6 7 8 5 Label Component 1 Power inlet connection and power switch 2 System ID label ...

Page 17: ...are unable to support a contacting extensometer Contact your regional Instron office or check our web site at www instron com for assistance with Instron s grips and fixtures The following table defines the components of the testing system 3 Rear panel 4 Controller panel 5 Frame base 6 Base beam 7 Base adapter 8 Crosshead 9 Ballscrew cover Label Component Table 1 Testing System Components Componen...

Page 18: ...t connected to the testing system The controller panel contains all the connectors for load cells extensometers and any other sensors that are required for testing Indicator Panel Indicators showing the status of the testing system Handset Holds all of the controls for the testing system Load String Comprises all of the components that you install between the moving crosshead and the load frame ba...

Page 19: ...ses to run tests analyze the test data and produce calculated results Sample A group of material specimens whose properties are studied and compared to gain statistical or quality assurance information For example you could take a specimen from different parts of a single manufacturing run of a material to form a sample of the material The sample is then representative of the complete run and you ...

Page 20: ...s Stay clear of area when operating the machine Rotating machinery hazard Indicates that a rotating hazard exists Keep clear of these areas and tie back long hair and loose clothing Ground stud Indicates a ground stud Read the manual Read and understand the operator s manual before using the machine Crosshead direction Indicates the direction to turn the pulley to manually move the crosshead upwar...

Page 21: ...rd Indicates the crush hazard of the moving crosshead and instructs the user to read and understand the operator s manual before using the machine Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment WEEE In accordance with the European Union s WEEE directive the crossed out wheeled bin symbol indicates that the equipment must be disposed of separately from other waste at the end of its usable life For advic...

Page 22: ... limits calibration and other frequently performed operating tasks Information about system installation set up and configuration transducer connection and calibration Routine maintenance and spare parts Preinstallation Manual System requirements and specifications instructions for lifting and handling to transport the system to its final location before installation Reference Help Software produc...

Page 23: ... are available and that all necessary checks are made prior to installing the testing system These services and checks are described below Site preparation Proper site preparation is imperative so that the testing system operates in accordance with its specifications and provides accurate test results The customer must ensure that the site requirements are satisfied prior to scheduling the install...

Page 24: ...site Contact Instron Service or your local Instron office for additional information on this service Materials disposal It is the customer s responsibility to properly dispose of any waste materials generated from the installation of the system and its accessories or from the general operation of the system This includes packing materials battery hydraulic fluid and waste materials contaminated wi...

Page 25: ...plete Instron performs an initial operation of the load frame and a calibration check to ensure that it is working properly The service representative also performs a required on site training program The required on site training takes approximately one day to complete and is designed to accommodate up to three individuals Contact Instron Service for more information on this training Additional t...

Page 26: ...dynamic loads may occur when a specimen breaks and this additional load may be absorbed into the floor Table loading The supporting table must be checked for its weight loading and must be able to support the weight of the load frame with all its components and accessories if the computer and accessories are placed on the same table There must be a sufficient margin of safety in the table s weight...

Page 27: ...n order to resolve system issues Having a network drop or digital phone line available will enable an Instron service representative to connect to the testing system to diagnose and resolve problems more efficiently Ceiling clearance Ensure that there is adequate ceiling clearance so that the load frame can be easily placed in its testing location Take into consideration how you will be transporti...

Page 28: ... fitting is also supplied Water supply A water supply may be required for some specimen grips and some temperature control systems Liquid nitrogen and carbon dioxide A liquid nitrogen LN2 or carbon dioxide CO2 supply may be required for environmental chambers with cooling options For carbon dioxide tank pressure must be approximately 725 psi It must be in a liquid state when it reaches the valve o...

Page 29: ... the equipment as indicated in their packaging and operating instructions These systems comprise mechanical and electronic components that contain potentially environmentally harmful chemicals such as chromium chromates lead and brominated fire retardants Care must be taken at the end of the equipment s life to ensure its disposal in accordance with local environmental regulations Because of the w...

Page 30: ...he items under test Instron recommends that users carry out their own noise level measurements to ensure the continuous safety and comfort of personnel 68TM 10 Power Requirements and Cords Power requirements For 230 Vac operation the frame is normally set to 240 V Warning Electrical hazard to ensure safety and Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC the facility s receptacle must be a 3 wire grounded re...

Page 31: ...e g water cooled grips BioPuls baths food testing fixtures you must use GFCI protection on all power sources to protect the operator from fluids that might leak into the load frame electronics Power cord selections If you do not make a choice Instron chooses the customary power cord that matches the shipping destination for the system Table 6 Power cords Power cord designation Matching receptacle ...

Page 32: ...tact Instron Service or your local Instron office for assistance Not all computers are compatible with Instron testing systems If you intend to purchase a computer from an outside vendor contact Instron Service to verify its compatibility Additional charges may result from service that is required to evaluate or reconfigure non approved computers P5 China P6 Australia and New Zealand P7 Switzerlan...

Page 33: ...ad frame including the additional space necessary to lift and move the frame by either a forklift or crane Location provides sufficient accessibility for routine maintenance 915 mm 36 in is recommended Employees are adequately trained to operate the load frame and its computer system Transporting You have the correct number of packing boxes as stated on the packing list Insurance coverage is secur...

Page 34: ... and weights of the packaged system There are no loose accessories on the shipping skid or frame Your equipment operators have the appropriate licenses and have complied with your local safety standards i e the appropriate training required by OSHA in the U S Scheduling installation When the testing site is ready and the frame has been moved to its final operating location contact Instron to sched...

Page 35: ...ight frames and Table 8 on page 36 lists them for extra height frames Dimension F in Figure 3 on page 37 varies for different load cells refer to Table 9 on page 36 Figure 5 on page 39 shows the overall dimensions of the system including the Bluehill Operator Dashboard Table 7 68TM 10 dimensions standard height Letter Designation Description Dimension mm inch A Overall height 1638 64 5 E2 Maximum ...

Page 36: ...n mm inch A Overall height 2163 85 2 E2 Maximum vertical test space test daylight from base to underside of crosshead 1739 68 5 E1 Minimum vertical test space test daylight from base to underside of crosshead 91 3 6 B Overall width 756 29 8 D Horizontal test space space between columns 420 16 5 J Crosshead thickness 76 3 0 R Top plate thickness 57 2 24 T Top plate width 180 7 09 U Top plate length...

Page 37: ...37 68TM 10 Dimensions and Weight Product Support www instron com Figure 3 68TM 10 frame dimensions front view 36 MIN B 40 MAX 162 E1 MIN J E2 MAX D U F 59 R ...

Page 38: ...Chapter Specifications 38 M10 17417 EN Figure 4 68TM 10 frame dimensions side view 170 713 140 T A 251 ...

Page 39: ...39 68TM 10 Dimensions and Weight Product Support www instron com Figure 5 68TM 10 frame dimensions including dashboard 1169 791 ...

Page 40: ...r specialized tests Use the standard mounting holes shown in the following diagrams to mount your accessories Avoid tapping new holes that may weaken or otherwise compromise the integrity of the load frame All measurements in the following figures are shown in mm Table 10 System weight Configuration Weight kg lb Standard height load frame 139 3 307 Extra height load frame 154 2 340 Table 11 Meanin...

Page 41: ...ase beam from above arrow pointing to the front of the load frame Table 11 Meaning of symbols on dimension drawings Continued Symbol on drawing Meaning 90 45 12 140 7X M10X1 5 6H 25 11 75 0 25 X 90 2X 10 5 THRU ALL 18 0 18 0 40 038 40 000 3 00 MIN 36 50 5 0 8 50 25 00 M10X1 5 6H 20 00 120 100 00 PCD 5 280 ...

Page 42: ...rosshead Figure 8 View of top of crosshead 2X 10 0 6 0 10X M10X1 5 6H 25 0 11 75 0 25 X 90 5 03 5 08 9 00 3X 3 10 3 06 5 50 90 45 14 5 50 140 280 40 038 40 000 3 00 MIN 100 PCD 55 PCD 30 140 280 45 90 7X M10X1 5 6H 25 0 11 75 0 25 X 90 17 50 THRU 30 50 21 0 40 038 40 000 3 00 MIN 100 PCD 120 ...

Page 43: ... Testing type Tension compression and through zero operation Basic control mode Closed loop position control Load capacity kN lbf 10 2250 Maximum speed mm min in min 2032 80 Minimum speed mm min in min 0 001 0 00004 Maximum force at full speed kN lbf 5 1125 Maximum speed at full force mm min in min 1016 40 Return speed mm min in min 2100 82 7 Crosshead speed accuracy 0 1 of set speed at steady sta...

Page 44: ...eater Displacement crosshead position repeatability mm in 0 015 0 0006 Load measurement accuracy 0 5 of reading down to 1 1000 of load cell capacity Strain measurement accuracy 0 5 of reading down to 1 50 of full scale with ASTM E83 class B or ISO 9513 class 0 5 extensometer Crosshead position control resolution µm 0 00494 Table 12 68TM 10 system performance Continued Parameter Specifications ...

Page 45: ...or example interlocked shield specimen insertion tool Residual risks The equipment described in this documentation is designed with features to reduce the risk of injury to an operator There are however always residual risks in the use of this equipment influenced by the test application the design of the test method or procedure the jog return and test speeds used the type of specimen being teste...

Page 46: ...s For example an operator inadvertently commands the system to jog or return while their hands are in test area This may also happen if the operator in an attempt to be more efficient reaches in to remove broken specimen pieces while simultaneously returning the crosshead to zero displacement Recommendations In all situations Set up test methods so that operators do not need to have their hands in...

Page 47: ...ices to keep fingers out of the space between the fixtures In addition if the gap between grips and fixtures is less than 25 mm Use a specimen insertion tool to keep fingers out of the space between the fixtures Use an interlocked shield to limit or disallow motion when the shield door is open When the space is less than 25mm the crush hazard is very significant so this is the best option ...

Page 48: ...Recommendations For 2712 Series pneumatic grips In the documentation supplied with the grips read and follow the safety recommendations for installing a specimen Use the Operator Protection feature in Bluehill software This uses a reduced initial grip pressure default 15 psi during set up and you can set a lower initial grip pressure if your risk assessment requires it Use jaw face shields ...

Page 49: ...allest practical gap for your specimens Correct Incorrect Impact of debris from breaking specimens Warning Hazard from flying debris This hazard relates to brittle or composite specimens that can explode when they break Recommendations For less dangerous debris specimen dust or fibers for example Use personal protection equipment for example safety glasses ...

Page 50: ...jority of hazards for operating materials testing systems are associated with rapid movement of the crosshead causing crush injuries rapid closing of pneumatic grips causing pinch injuries Operator Protection in Bluehill provides a mechanism that lets you limit crosshead jog speed and reduce grip closing pressure while you are setting up a test The default conditions during test set up are ...

Page 51: ...pressure reduced to a default of 15 psi and can be set lower if your risk assessment requires it Operator Protection lets an Administrator configure the testing system to be consistent with the risk assessment for that system Access to the controls for Operator Protection is password protected If you have Administrator rights you can modify Operator Protection in the Admin tab in Bluehill ...

Page 52: ...Chapter Risk reduction and safe use 52 M10 17417 EN ...

Page 53: ...th your local safety standards e g the appropriate training required by OSHA in the U S Always follow the instructions provided with the shipping package Contact Instron if you require any additional information or if any part of the shipment is damaged 68TM 10 Packaging dimensions and weight Instron recommends leaving the load frame in its packaging while moving it to its final site location with...

Page 54: ...por barrier encasing the load frame 4 Use the packing list to inventory all the boxed items Some accessories may be in the container with the load frame or may be packaged separately a Do not open any of the packing boxes until the Instron service engineer arrives to install your testing system The packing list indicates the total number of boxes that are included in the shipment Count the number ...

Page 55: ... crosshead Instron strongly recommends using professional riggers experienced in moving heavy equipment Warnings Hazard do not lift the frame by the base The base covers cannot support the weight of the frame If you try to lift the frame with a forklift under the base the base covers could break and cause personal injury and equipment damage Hazard do not lift the frame by the top plate The top pl...

Page 56: ...ight on page 53 If you are moving the frame without its packaging check the dimensions for your frame model 68TM 10 Dimensions and Weight on page 35 The floors from the shipping dock to the final site location have sufficient support for the weight of the load frame and forklift combined You have adequate packaging materials to protect the load frame when moving it to another site Contact Instron ...

Page 57: ...p plate the top plate could break and cause personal injury and equipment damage Crosshead method This method requires protective padding on either the crosshead or forklift arms to protect the crosshead from scratching or marring This method can be used to Transport the load frame to the site location Lift a tabletop load frame onto a table or workbench Lift the frame to remove the transport skid...

Page 58: ... skid 2 Using a forklift with padded forks or protective material around the crosshead care fully insert the forks under the crosshead between the columns See Figure 10 on page 58 Warning Crush hazard Ensure that all persons in the immediate area are standing away from the frame during lifting Do not lift the frame more than 8 cm 3 in off the floor ...

Page 59: ...you can proceed with the installation process Shipping skid method Lifting the frame by this method requires that the base be firmly attached to a shipping skid The center of the base where the forklift arms would be placed if no shipping skid was used cannot support the weight of the load frame Figure 11 Lifting the Frame using the shipping skid 1 Ensure that the frame is bolted to the shipping s...

Page 60: ...wly and carefully lift the frame off the floor 5 Move the frame to its operating location 6 Slowly lower the frame to the floor 7 Before placing the frame in its operating location you must remove the shipping skid Follow the instructions described under Crosshead method on page 57 to remove the shipping skid and position the frame When the frame is in its operating location you can proceed with t...

Page 61: ...ipment Figure 12 Lifting Load Frame with a Crane 1 Attach the lifting sling to the crosshead and secure it to the crane hook such that the sling extends vertically from the FRONT of the crosshead as shown in Figure 12 on page 61 If you use chains in lieu of a lifting sling wrap protective material around the crosshead to protect the crosshead from scratching and marring ...

Page 62: ...ate area are standing away from the frame during lifting Do not lift the frame more than 8 cm 3 in off the floor 2 Slowly and carefully lift the frame off the floor 3 Remove the shipping skid if it has not already been removed 4 Move the frame to its operating location 5 Place the load frame carefully into position 6 Remove the lifting straps from the crosshead and any protective padding if used W...

Page 63: ...n contact information 21 product support 21 Instron responsibilities 24 insurance customer s responsibilities 24 Instron s responsibilities 24 L labeling safety and information 19 lead brominated fire retardants 29 load frame dimensions standard configuration 30to 31 M materials disposal 24 moving dual column frames frame base method 59 moving frames crane method 61 crosshead method 57 N network a...

Page 64: ...64 M10 17417 EN T table loading 26 technical support 21 telephone access 27 transporting procedures frames crane method 61 crosshead method 57 frame base method 59 ...

Page 65: ......

Page 66: ...www instron com ...

Search results

Summary of Contents for 68TM-10

Reviews:

Related manuals for 68TM-10

Brands by name

Popular brands

Instron 68TM-10, Preinstallation Manual

Search results

Summary of Contents for 68TM-10

Reviews:

Related manuals for 68TM-10

Brands by name

Popular brands