MTS Systems — 332.21, 322.31, 322.41

Series 322 Test Systems

With multiple actuator position options and a second load train mounting position, this T-slot table test system can be configured for a wide variety of applications. Ideal for testing components and sub-assemblies.

Key Features & Benefits

  • Easy-to-Use — T-slot table set at convenient working height for easy specimen placement
  • Precise — Two load train mounting positions place actuator and crosshead where you need them
  • Advanced Safety Features — Optional hydraulic locks to quickly unlock and lock the crosshead
  • Versatile — Capable of testing small material specimen to large automotive subassemblies

Applications

Test types

Static TestingDynamic Testing

Test specimens

MetalsCompositesPlasticsDampersComponentsSub-Assemblies

Brochures & Datasheets

Technical Specifications

Specifications

MODEL 322.21 MODEL 322.31 MODEL 322.41
load unit fatigue rating 22 kip 55 kip 110 kip
a maximum specimen/grip clearance¹ 50.0 in 62.0 in 81.0 in
b width between columns 21.0 in 25.0 in 30.0 in
c height — with standard columns² 98 in 118.5 in 144.75 in
d table height 33.0 in 34.0 in 38.7 in
e table width — side-to-side, without lifts 28.0 in 34.0 in 42.0 in
f width — side-to-side, with lifts³ 34.0 in 40.0 in 48.0 in
depth — front-to-back (not shown)³ 40.0 in 40.0 in 60.0 in
weight⁴ 3000 lb 4500 lb 8500 lb

Specifications

MODEL 322.21 MODEL 322.31 MODEL 322.41
load unit fatigue rating 100 kN 250 kN 500 kN
a maximum specimen/grip clearance¹ 1270 mm 1575 mm 2057 mm
b width between columns 533 mm 635 mm 762 mm
c height — with standard columns² 2489 mm 3010 mm 3677 mm
d table height 838 mm 864 mm 984 mm
e table width — side-to-side, without lifts 711 mm 864 mm 1067 mm
f width — side-to-side, with lifts³ 864 mm 1016 mm 1219 mm
depth — front-to-back (not shown)³ 1000 mm 1000 mm 1500 mm
weight⁴ 1370 kg 2050 kg 3870 kg
¹ with a standard Series 661 Force Transducer and a fully retracted 6 in (150 mm) displacement actuator.
² with a table mounted actuator.
³ on standard length tables.The Control Module’s position can increase the table’s width and depth.
⁴ typical maximum weight with hydraulic locks, hydraulic lifts, and a standard dimension platen. Does not include the weight of grips or other accessories.

T-slot Dimensions

MODEL a b¹ c d e² f g h
332.21 28.0 in 40.0 in 14.0 in 20.0 in 5.0 in 9.0 in 4.0 in 5.0 in
322.31 34.0 in 40.0 in 17.0 in 20.0 in 6.0 in 10.0 in 5.0 in 5.0 in
322.41 42.0 in 60.0 in 21.0 in 30.0 in 12.0 in 12.0 in 7.0 in 5.0 in

T-slot Dimensions

MODEL a b¹ c d e² f g
332.21 711 mm 1000 mm 355.6 mm 508.0 mm 127.0 mm 228.6 mm 101.6 mm
322.31 864 mm 1000 mm 431.8 mm 508.0 mm 152.4 mm 254.0 mm 127.0 mm
322.41 1067 mm 1500 mm 533.4 mm 762.0 mm 304.8 mm 304.8 mm 177.8 mm
¹ Larger tables available.
² Standard Series 322 Test Systems are delivered with 1 actuator mounting position: either end- or center-mounted. Systems with dual-mounting positions can be ordered on a custom basis.

Stiffness Data

deflections ¹ 322.21 22 kip/100 kN 322.31 55 kip/250 kN 322.41 110 kip/500 kN
a-b base 0.006 in 0.15 mm 0.007 in 0.18 mm 0.008 in 0.20 mm
b-c columns 0.004 in 0.10 mm 0.006 in 0.20 mm 0.008 in 0.20 mm
c-d crosshead 0.005 in 0.13 mm 0.010 in 0.20 mm 0.10 in 0.25 mm
a-d overall frame 0.015 in 0.38 mm 0.021 in 0.53 mm 0.026 in 0.66 mm
spring rates1 1.5 x 106 lb/in 2.6 x 108 N/m 2.6 x 106 lb/in 4.6 x 108 N/m 4.2 x 106 lb/in 7.4 x 108 N/m
¹ Determined at each Load Unit’s full fatigue rating with its crosshead raised 50 in (1270 mm) above the T-slot table.
Deflection rates can vary 20%, depending on the type of actuator and force transducer you use.
For the most accurate high frequency test results, use a Load Unit with a fatigue rating that’s larger than its actuator’s force rating. (A 322.31 Load Unit with a 55 kip fatigue rating and a 22 kip actuator will be stiffer than a 322.21 Load Unit with a 22 kip fatigue rating and 22 kip actuator.)

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

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