MTS Systems

Acumen® Electrodynamic Test Systems

With force capacities up to 12kN or down to milli-Newtons, these clean and quiet systems can extend energy-efficient electrodynamic testing to many applications. The system's intuitive visual displays and software graphics simplify test setup, monitoring and modification, and the sturdy design delivers high precision and accuracy.

Key Features & Benefits

  • Easy, Intuitive Use — Simple installation, setup, test monitoring and modification
  • Accurate / Repeatable Results — Patent-pending software algorithms provide auto-tuning
  • Energy Efficient — Electric actuation uses less energy
  • Innovative Technology — Industry-leading performance, with up to 12 kN force capacity and axial/torsional options

Applications

Test types

Dynamic Mechanical Analysis (DMA)TensionTorsionLow-force TestingFatigue TestingDynamic CharacterizationCompressionBendFlex

Test specimens

Elastomeric MaterialsElastomersPlasticsPolymersRubberBiomaterials and Medical DevicesCarbon FiberCeramic Matrix CompositesCompositesMetal Matrix CompositesPolymer MatrixCeramicsConsumer Products & PackagingMicroelectronics

Test standards

ISO 14801ISO 6475ASTM F1717ASTM F2077ISO 7206ASTM 1440ASTM F543ASTM F1800ISO 14879ASTM F3140-17ASTM D7028ASTM D5992ASTM D5023ASTM D5024ASTM D5026ASTM D5418ISO 6721-4ISO 6721-5ISO 1099ASTM 466-96ASTM 468-90ASTM E606ASTM D3479ASTM E466ASTM E2368EUR 22281 ENASTM E647ASTM E399ASTM E1820ASTM 399-17ISO 6892ASTM D412ASTM D882ASTM 527-2ASTM 527-3ISO 7800ASTM A938ASTM D1043ASTM D5279ASTM F383ISO 5835ISO 9268ISO 80369-1ISO 6721-12

Brochures & Datasheets

Technical Specifications

Acumen 1 and 3 Specifications

Load Frame Specifications 1 Diagram Detail Acumen 1 G2 MODEL Acumen 3 Acumen 3 A/T
Dynamic force 2 1250 N (281 lbf) 3000 N (670 lbf) 3000 N (670 lbf)
Static force 2 1000 N (225 lbf) 2000 N (450 lbf) 2000 N (450 lbf)
Dynamic torque rating – – ±30 Nm (265 in-lb)
Static torque rating – – ±21 Nm (185 in-lb)
Actuator dynamic stroke 70 mm (2.75 in) 70 mm (2.75 in) 70 mm (2.75 in)
Angular displacement – – ±135° ±1000 revolutions 0.001 rpm - 350 rpm
Dynamic performance ≤ 100 Hz ≤ 100 Hz ≤ 100 Hz
Minimum test space height 3 A 26 mm (1.02 in) 26 mm (1.02 in) 0 mm (0.00 in)
Maximum test space height 4 A 819 mm (32.24 in) 819 mm (32.24 in) 603 mm (23.74 in)
Working height 5 B 133 mm (5.24 in) 133 mm (5.24 in) 133 mm (5.24 in)
Test space width (measured between columns) C 460 mm (18.11 in) 460 mm (18.11 in) 460 mm (18.11 in )
Base plate design T-Slot (industry standard: 8 mm) T-Slot (industry standard: 8 mm) T-Slot (industry standard: 8 mm)
Column diameter D 63.5 mm (2.5 in) 63.5 mm (2.5 in) 63.5 mm (2.5 in)
Frame footprint width E 634 mm (24.96 in) 634 mm (24.96 in) 634 mm (24.96 in)
Frame footprint depth 6 F 501 mm (19.72 in) 501 mm (19.72 in) 501 mm (19.72 in)
Overall width 6 (with frame-mounted controller) G 764 mm (30.08 in) 764 mm (30.08 in) 764 mm (30.08 in)
Overall height 7 H 1726 mm (67.95 in) 1726 mm (67.95 in) 1726 mm (67.95 in)
Weight 188 kg (415 lb) 188 kg (415 lb) 230 kg (507 lb)
Noise level - typical 8 47 dB(A) 47 dB(A) 47 dB(A)
Noise level - maximum 8 69 dB(A) 69 dB(A) 69 dB(A)
Mounting Tabletop: Vertical Tabletop: Vertical Tabletop: Vertical
Standard load cell 1.5 kN Accel Comp 3 kN Accel Comp 3 kN Accel Comp
Operating temperature +5C° to +35C° +5C° to +35C° +5C° to +35C°
Cooling Automated forced air Automated forced air Automated forced air
Electrical requirements 9 Voltage - VAC Frequency - Hz Current - Amps Phase 100 - 120 (200 - 240) 50 - 60 7 (4) Single 200 - 240 50 - 60 10 Single 200 - 240 50 - 60 20 Single

Acumen 12 Specifications

Load Frame Specifications 1 Diagram Detail MODEL Acumen 12 Acumen 12 A/T
Dynamic force 2 12000 N (2697 lbf) 12000 N (2697 lbf)
Static force 2 8500 N (1910 lbf) 8500 N (1910 lbf)
Dynamic torque rating – ±120 Nm (1056 in-lb)
Static torque rating – ±84.8 Nm (746 in-lb)
Actuator dynamic stroke 70 mm (2.75 in) 70 mm (2.75 in)
Angular displacement – ±135° ±500 revolutions 0.001 rpm - 100 rpm
Dynamic performance ≤ 100 Hz ≤ 100 Hz
Minimum test space height 3 A 55 mm (2.17 in) 0 mm (0.00 in)
Maximum test space height 4 A 985 mm (38.8 in) 810 mm (31.9 in)
Working height 5 B 815 mm (32.1 in) 815 mm (32.1 in)
Test space width (measured between columns) C 460 mm (18.11 in ) 460 mm (18.11 in )
Base plate design T-Slot (industry standard: 14 mm) T-Slot (industry standard: 14 mm)
Column diameter D 76.2 mm (3 in) 76.2 mm (3 in)
Frame footprint width E 651 mm (25.6 in) 651 mm (25.6 in)
Frame footprint depth 6 F 817 mm (32.2 in) 817 mm (32.2 in)
Overall width 6 (with frame-mounted controller) G 805 mm (31.7 in) 805 mm (31.7 in)
Overall height 7 H 2810 mm (110.7 in) 2810 mm (110.7 in)
Weight 953 kg (2100 lb) 1043 kg (2300 lb)
Noise level - typical 8 62 dB(A) 62 dB(A)
Noise level - maximum 8 78 dB(A) 78 dB(A)
Mounting Floor: Vertical Floor: Vertical
Standard load cell 12 kN Accel Comp 12 kN Accel Comp
Operating temperature +5C° to +35C° +5C° to +35C°
Cooling Automated forced air & self contained water cooled Automated forced air & self contained water cooled
Electrical requirements 9 Voltage - VAC Frequency - Hz Current - Amps Phase 200 - 240 50 - 60 38 Single 200 - 240 50 - 60 38 Single

Specifications are taken from the official MTS product page and may change; please confirm with our team before ordering.

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