PCE-MTS50 Test Stand User Manual

: June 12, 2024
: PCE

Table of Contents

PCE-MTS50 Test Stand
Safety notes
Introduction
Technical specifications
Delivery scope
Device description
Installation and operation
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PCE-MTS50 Test Stand

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Safety notes

Please read this manual carefully and completely before you use the device for the first time. The device may only be used by qualified personnel and repaired by PCE Instruments personnel. Damage or injuries caused by non- observance of the manual are excluded from our liability and not covered by our warranty.

The device must only be used as described in this instruction manual. If used otherwise, this can cause dangerous situations for the user and damage to the meter.
The instrument may only be used if the environmental conditions (temperature, relative humidity, …) are within the ranges stated in the technical specifications. Do not expose the device to extreme temperatures, direct sunlight, extreme humidity or moisture.
Do not expose the device to shocks or strong vibrations.
The case should only be opened by qualified PCE Instruments personnel.
Never use the instrument when your hands are wet.
You must not make any technical changes to the device.
The appliance should only be cleaned with a damp cloth. Use only pH-neutral cleaner, no abrasives or solvents.
The device must only be used with accessories from PCE Instruments or equivalent.
Before each use, inspect the case for visible damage. If any damage is visible, do not use the device.
Do not use the instrument in explosive atmospheres.
The measurement range as stated in the specifications must not be exceeded under any circumstances.
Non-observance of the safety notes can cause damage to the device and injuries to the user.

We do not assume liability for printing errors or any other mistakes in this manual. We expressly point to our general guarantee terms which can be found in our general terms of business. If you have any questions please contact PCE Instruments. The contact details can be found at the end of this manual.

Introduction

The motorised force test stand PCE-MTS50 can be used for vertical compressive and tensile force tests. All force gauges from PCE Instruments can be mounted to the force test stand. An adaptor plate may be required to do so. The maximum load is 500 N. Using the motorised test stand allows the user to align the test object precisely with the measuring cell so that the force can be applied accurately. The automatic test mode makes automatic measurements up to a certain point possible with the test stand. A manual force test mode allows forces to be applied accurately.

Technical specifications

Technical Specifications|
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Force measuring range| Max. 500 N / 50 kg
Traverse| Max. 315 mm / 12.4 in
Feed speed| 50 … 250 mm / 2 x 9.8 in, min up to 200 N
250 … 500 mm / 9.8 x 19.7 in, min up to 500 N
Power supply| 110V or 220V AC
Current consumption| 1.5 A
Dimensions| Approx. 430 x 240 x 570 mm / 16.9 x 9.4 x 22.4 in
Weight| Approx. 24.2 kg / 54 lb

Delivery scope

PCE-MTS50
User manual

Device description

Upper limiting screw
Meter (not included)
Mounting plate for meters
Lower limiting screw
M6 thread
Power lamp
On/off switch
Speed control
Auto/manual switch
Up key
Stop key
Down key

Installation and operation

Installation of the test stand
To mount a meter onto the PCE-MTS50, screw it into the threads on the mounting plate. Make sure the screws are tightened properly.

Mounting plate for meters
Force gauge (not included)
M3 screw
Rear side
M6 thread
Moving block

Manual testing
To control the traverse distance manually, follow these steps:

A. Select manual mode by turning the rotary switch for manual/auto selection.
B. Press and hold the up or down key to move the moving block up or down.
C. The device will stop moving when you release the key.

Automatic testing

A. Select auto mode by turning the rotary switch for manual/auto selection.
B. Press the up or down key to move the moving block up or down.
C. To stop the device, press the stop key.

Setting the test speed
The test speed can be set before and during the test. Turn the speed control to set the speed as required.

Limiting screws
The limiting screws make sure that the device does not move too far and automatically cuts off the traverse distance in manual as well as in automatic mode. Therefore, these limiting screws must not be removed. However, they can be arranged differently, depending on your application. The device must be turned off to loosen and rearrange the limiting screws.

7 Contact
If you have any questions, suggestions or technical problems, please do not hesitate to contact us. You will find the relevant contact information at the end of this user manual.

Disposal

For the disposal of batteries in the EU, the 2006/66/EC directive of the European Parliament applies. Due to the contained pollutants, batteries must not be disposed of as household waste. They must be given to collection points designed for that purpose.
In order to comply with the EU directive 2012/19/EU we take our devices back. We either re-use them or give them to a recycling company which disposes of the devices in line with law.
For countries outside the EU, batteries and devices should be disposed of in accordance with your local waste regulations.
If you have any questions, please contact PCE Instruments.

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PCE Instruments contact information

Germany

Address:, PCE Produktions- und Entwicklungsgesellschaft mbH Im Langel 26 D-59872 Meschede Deutschland
Tel.: +49 (0) 2903 976 99 471
Fax: +49 (0) 2903 976 99 9971
info@pce-instruments.com
www.pce-instruments.com/deutsch

The Netherlands

Address: PCE Brookhuis B.V. Institutenweg 15 7521 PH Enschede Nederland
Telefoon: +31 (0)53 737 01 92
info@pcebenelux.nl
www.pce-instruments.com/dutch

United States of America

Address: PCE Americas Inc. 711 Commerce Way suite 8 Jupiter / Palm Beach 33458 FL
USA
Tel: +1 561-320-9162
Fax: +1 561-320-9176
info@pce-americas.com
www.pce-instruments.com/us