Download Model ESM303 User`s Guide

Model ESM303 Test Stand
User’s Guide
1 OVERVIEW
1.1 List of included items
Qty.
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Description
Force gauge mounting screws, #6-32 x 1/2
Limit switch thumbscrews, #6-32 x 5/8
Power cord
Control panel
Control panel bracket
Screws for mounting control panel bracket to column, 1/4-20 x 5/8, with lock washers
Screws for mounting control panel to bracket, 1/4-28 x 1-1/4”, with lock washers
Accessories kit (#10-32F small hook, #10-32M medium hook, #10-32F 2” diameter
compression plate, #10-32 2” extension rod, #10-32 F/F coupler, Allen wrench set)
Resource CD
Additional optional items are available, such as an adjustable base plate, connection cables, and column
extensions. Instructions for installing a column extension and retrofitting the test stand with the travel
indication option are provided later on in this user’s guide.
1.2 Physical Features
Note the following physical features of the ESM303. The user’s guide will reference this terminology.
Column cap
Limit
switch
(upper)
Column
Interface
cable
Force gauge
Crosshead
Emergency stop
Upper grip
Control panel
Limit
switch
(lower)
Test sample
Lower grip
Base plate
Base
Control panel
mounting bracket
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