Universal testing machine 1500KPX

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Designed for high-capacity tension, compression, bend/flex, and shear testing, the KPX Models feature an ultra-large single test space and adjustable crosshead options. Understanding the critical importance of operator safety, these frames incorporate high-quality materials, components, and craftsmanship and are ideal for testing metals, wire, concrete, fasteners, wood, and composites. Features • Adjustable crosshead options allow the test space to be adapted to a wide range of test specimens, applications, and accessories • Linear guidance system maintains precise alignment of load string over the entire stroke of the actuator • Co-axially mounted encoder accurately measures actuator travel at the center of the load string • Convenient working height and ergonomic controls improve operator productivity and comfort • Long stroke, high-speed actuator accommodates both tension and compression testing applications • Ergonomic handset with a fine position adjustment wheel, two programmable softkeys, start, stop and return functions, and variable speed jog • Powerful, yet user-friendly materials testing software provides repeatable and reproducible results for simple to sophisticated testing requirements Models • 1500KPX: 1,500 kN (337,500 lbf) Typical Applications • Metals - Bar, Plate, Pipe & Tube, Rebar, Structural • Wire - Rod, Strand • Concrete • Fasteners • Wood • Composites