Equipment Model

MTS E43.504

Description

The Universal Testing Machine (UTM) is a versatile instrument used for mechanical testing of materials, including tensile, compression, and flexural strength measurements. The MTS E43.504 is designed for precise and reliable material characterization across various industries, ensuring compliance with international testing standards.

Lab

Advanced Material Testing Lab

Institute

Manipal Institute of Technology (MIT)

Location

-2 Floor, AB-2, Deptartment of Mech. & IE, MIT, Eshwar Nagar, Manipal, Udupi, Karnataka 576104, India

• Applications

  • Mechanical testing of metals, polymers, and composites.

  • Aerospace component structural integrity assessment.

  • Civil engineering material strength evaluation.

  • Biomedical device mechanical property testing.

  • Manufacturing quality control for product durability.

• Key Features

  • High-precision load cell for accurate force measurement.

  • Versatile testing modes including tensile, compression, and flexure.

  • Automated control and data acquisition system.

  • Software compliant with ASTM and ISO standards.

  • Customizable test setups for diverse material characterization.

• Limitations

  • Requires careful sample preparation and fixturing.

  • Not designed for high-speed impact testing.

  • Large samples may require specialized grips.

  • Regular calibration is essential for accurate results.

  • Limited to macroscopic mechanical property assessment.