Instron Torsion Add-on Version 3, Operator'S Manual

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2 Torsion controller assembly This enclosure contains the electronics required
to drive the torsion motor and provide rotational
feedback to the testing software. The front panel
contains three LEDs. All three LEDs must be
illuminated green for testing to begin.
Refer to
“Torsion controller assembly” on
page 20 for more details.
3 Biaxial base mounting Refer to the installation instructions supplied
with the biaxial base mounting.
4 Torsion-specific handset See Figure 3 on page 15 .
5 Extended travel top plate Dual column frames only ( Figure 2 ).
The top plate is adapted to allow the torsion drive
assembly to move through it. This means that the
overall effective height of the frame is increased
(refer to
“Specifications” on page 16 ).
Label Component Description