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Know your site number and system numberThe site number contains your company number and identifies your equipment type (such as material testingor sim

10.4.0 Analyze Data10.4.1.0 Strain ViewThe template is preconfigured with an analysis definition that conforms to the analysis portion of the ASTMstan

• Unit• Modified• Original Value• Dimension• Array• CalculationModified values do not replace, change, or remove original test results data.Channels b

• Loading Unloading chart shows traces of the stress in relation to strain with markers to indicate the loadingand unloading start and end.• Stress vs

11.0 ASTM Trapezoidal StrainElevated Temperature TemplateTopics:•Set Up the Test...

11.1.0 Set Up the Test11.1.1.0 ASTM Trapezoidal Strain Elevated Temperature TemplateThe ASTM Trapezoidal Strain Elevated Temperature template is based

The new test is automatically created and assigned a default name.You can change the name andenter comments about the new test by clicking the Edit bu

DescriptionParameterSpecify the length on the specimen that has thereduced cross-sectional area.Extensometer GageLength (L)Extensometer Gage Length is

11.2.2.0 Strain Test ParametersStrain test parameters are entries you make to control the strain test. For tests that use a sine wave command,strain t

DescriptionItemSets the amount of change that must occur in themaximum load between saves to disk.Load StorageChangeSets the value of N, which is the

Calibration overviewThe calibration process coordinates the interaction between the transducer, a DC conditioning circuit, and acable. Calibration of

• Keyboard enhancers• Print spoolers• Messaging applications1.3.0 If You Contact MTS by PhoneA Call Center agent registers your call before connecting

4. A window appears with the Modulus Check Result.• Click Accept to accept the result.• Click Reject to discard the result.• Click Measure Modulus to

• Peak-valley deviationNon-controlling failure threshold (%)For tests run in strain control, you define a percentage of stable load amplitude to use f

11.2.13.0 Ramp to Start TemperatureThe Ramp to Start Temperature button prompts you to confirm the ramp to start temperature. Click Yes tostart the ra

displacement for failure detection. When the stability reference cycle is reached, the test compares the peakdisplacements to this cycle to determine

11.2.18.0 Test CompletionWhen the test is complete, the test stops and you can run the reports. A variety of reporting options satisfythe standard rep

Inelastic Strain Minimum-Maximum TableThe Inelastic Strain Min Max table contains the measured and calculated minimum and maximum inelasticstrain valu

Channels by Time TableThe Channels by Time table lists all data points collected in arrays during Data Acquisition activities. Clickthe drop-down butt

DescriptionChart TypeShows traces of the stress in relation to strain with markers to indicatethe loading and unloading start and end.Loading Unloadin

IndexAASTMD3479/D 3479M-96 (2007) 19E-466-07 19E-606-04 20Cchannel limited channel (CLC) control mode 24controller station 24cycle deviation factors 5

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2.0 Preface2.1.0 Before You BeginSafety first!Before you use your MTS product or system, read and understand the safety information provided with your

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3.0 OverviewTopics:•Template Overview...

3.1.0 Template Overview3.1.1.0 TemplatesTemplates eliminate the need to re-create existing information and provide an easy way to run standard tests.T

Note:Do not rename, move, or change the contents of the Projects or Templates folders outside ofthe MTS TestSuite applications. To rename an open proj

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Transition TestThe following templates are available for Transition tests and analysis:Transition Test TemplatesDescriptionTemplateThis template compl

3.2.0 Legacy Template Overview3.2.1.0 Importing Legacy DataImport Legacy Data provides support in MTS TestSuite for data archived from previous softwa

DescriptionItemThe extension indicates the type of test, such as E1820, FCG, or KIC.ExtensionImport processYou can import legacy data in the Multipurp

4.0 Test SetupTopics:•Open the Controller Station...

4.1.0 Open the Controller StationTo open the controller station:1. Start the Station Manager application.2. In the Open Station window, select a a con

Warning:Applying hydraulics can result in sudden actuator motion.A moving actuator can injure anyone in its path.Always clear the actuator area before

4.5.0 Disable Manual ControlTo disable manual control of the Station Manager controller:1. In the Station Manager application, click Manual Command bu

5.0 ASTM Low-Cycle Fatigue (LCF)Strain TemplateTopics:•Set Up the Test...

5.1.0 Set Up the Test5.1.1.0 ASTM Low-Cycle Fatigue (LCF) Strain TemplateThe Low-Cycle Strain template applies a small number of high-amplitude cyclic

b) Select a specimen from the Select a Specimen window and then click OK.To create a new specimen click Add a new item.c) Review the variables in the

Contents1.0 Technical Support 91.1.0 How to Get Technical Support...

DescriptionParameterThe value you specify here represents the slopevalue of the material’s stress-strain curve in theelastic deformation region.Elasti

DescriptionItemSpecify a percentage that is used to calculate thestable load range and crack initiation.Crack InitiationChangeSpecify a percentage tha

5.2.4.0 Extensometer CalibrationExtensometer verificationExtensometer calibration ensures accurate data collection.You should verify the extensometer

The Strain Full Scale window appears.6. You may want to set this value to 0.1 and click OK.The Extensometer Verification Prompt window appears.7. Clic

Cycle 0 (zero)The application collects data for each complete cycle. A cycle starts at mean level and ends at mean level.In most cases, mean level is

1. Click Strain Test.The MTS TestSuite Custom Message window appears with the message: Validate test parameter onruntime display. Click Run Test to st

5.4.1.0 Fatigue Test ResultsThe Test Results show the following information about the test run:• Variable Summary shows all the parameters and their l

• Strain• DisplacementCycle Variables TableThe Cycle Variables table contains information about cycle variables. If the value is modified during analy

Summary Data TableThe Summary Data table provides the final values of the variables defined in the Variable Editor.You canchange one or more values in

6.0 ASTM Low-Cycle Fatigue (LCF)Elevated Temperature TemplateTopics:•Set Up the Test...

5.3.1.0 Measure Modulus...335.3.2.0 Strain-Con

6.1.0 Set Up the Test6.1.1.0 ASTM Low-Cycle Fatigue (LCF) Strain TemplateThe Low-Cycle Strain template applies a small number of high-amplitude cyclic

b) Select a specimen from the Select a Specimen window and then click OK.To create a new specimen click Add a new item.c) Review the variables in the

DescriptionParameterThe value you specify here represents the slopevalue of the material’s stress-strain curve in theelastic deformation region.Elasti

• Cycle frequencyThe application checks the values you enter to make sure they are within the system capabilities.6.2.3.0 Strain Termination Parameter

DescriptionItemSets the number of cycles of time data per decadebased on a logarithm to save to disk.Time Cycles PerLog DecadeStoredSets the number of

6.2.6.0 Verify the ExtensometerTo verify the extensometer in the LCFS test:1. Click Extensometer Verification in the Low-Cycle Fatigue Strain test.A m

The MTS TestSuite Input Parameters window prompts you to enter a load value to ramp to for a moduluscheck.2. Enter a load value and click OK.3. Click

6.3.7.0 Ramp to Start TemperatureThe Ramp to Start Temperature button prompts you to confirm the ramp to start temperature. Click Yes tostart the ramp

displacement for failure detection. When the stability reference cycle is reached, the test compares the peakdisplacements to this cycle to determine

6.3.12.0 Test CompletionWhen the test is complete, the test stops and you can run the reports. A variety of reporting options satisfythe standard repo

7.0 ASTM High-Cycle Fatigue (HCF) Load Test Template 537.1.0 Set Up the Test...

Inelastic Strain Minimum-Maximum TableThe Inelastic Strain Min Max table contains the measured and calculated minimum and maximum inelasticstrain valu

Channels by Time TableThe Channels by Time table lists all data points collected in arrays during Data Acquisition activities. Clickthe drop-down butt

DescriptionChart TypeShows traces of the stress in relation to strain with markers to indicatethe loading and unloading start and end.Loading Unloadin

7.0 ASTM High-Cycle Fatigue (HCF)Load Test TemplateTopics:•Set Up the Test...

7.1.0 Set Up the Test7.1.1.0 High-Cycle Fatigue Load Test TemplateThe High-Cycle Fatigue (HCF) Load Test performs a load-control test sequence to iden

1. Create a new test from a template.a) Click File > New > Test from Template.b) In the Create from Existing Test window, select a test.c) Click

DescriptionParameterSpecify the thickness of the reducedcross-sectional area on the specimen.Thickness -RectangularSpecimensThickness is a specimen va

7.2.2.0 Load Termination ParametersLoad Termination ParametersDescriptionItemSpecify a number of cycles for the maximum lengthof the test.Total Cycles

DescriptionItemexample, if this parameter is 100, data is saved todisk every 100 cycles.Sets the number of cycles to save to disk at thebeginning of t

First, a specific output of the conditioner is adjusted to a specific displacement of the transducer. This isperformed by adjusting the excitation vol

8.2.13.0 Load Test...738.2.14.0 Cre

7.2.8.0 Load Test1. Click Load Test.The MTS TestSuite Custom Message window appears with the message: Validate test parameter onruntime display. Click

• History shows minimum-maximum or peak-valley cycle data in relation to time or an index, such as adata group, data point, or cycle number. The Y-axi

• Dimension• Array• CalculationModified values do not replace, change, or remove original test results data.Channels by Time TableThe Channels by Time

• Open the test in the Multipurpose Elite application and on the Tools menu, click Fatigue Analyzer orFracture Analyzer.The selected Analyzer applicat

8.0 Transition Test TemplateTopics:•Set Up the Test...

8.1.0 Set Up the Test8.1.1.0 Transition Test Template OverviewThe Transition Test template provides procedural steps that allow you to perform a low-c

DescriptionParameterSpecify the outer diameter of the reducedcross-sectional area on the specimen.Outer Diameter -Hollow RoundSpecimensOuter Diameter

8.2.0 Run the Test8.2.1.0 Strain Test ParametersStrain test parameters are entries you make to control the strain test. For tests that use a sine wave

8.2.3.0 Data Storage ParametersData Storage Parameters PropertiesDescriptionItemSets the number of cycles to save to disk at the endof the test or whe

10.0 ASTM Trapezoidal Strain Template 9110.1.0 Set Up the Test...

DescriptionItemSpecify a percentage that is used to calculate thestable strain range and crack initiation.Crack InitiationChangeSpecify a percentage t

8.2.7.0 Extensometer CalibrationExtensometer verificationExtensometer calibration ensures accurate data collection.You should verify the extensometer

The Strain Full Scale window appears.6. You may want to set this value to 0.1 and click OK.The Extensometer Verification Prompt window appears.7. Clic

8.2.12.0 Reattach ExtensometerIf the test stops and you want to resume it, you must reattach the extensometer. On the main menu, clickReattach Extenso

2. Click Results.3. Click on the different tabs to view different types of results.8.3.1.0 Fatigue Test ResultsThe Test Results show the following inf

• Load• Stress• Strain• DisplacementCycle Variables TableThe Cycle Variables table contains information about cycle variables. If the value is modifie

Summary Data TableThe Summary Data table provides the final values of the variables defined in the Variable Editor.You canchange one or more values in

9.0 Transition Test ElevatedTemperature TemplateTopics:•Set Up the Test...

9.1.0 Set Up the Test9.1.1.0 Transition Test Elevated Temperature TemplateThe Transition Test Elevated Temperature template provides a test that start

DescriptionParameterSpecify the outer diameter of the reducedcross-sectional area on the specimen.Outer Diameter -Hollow RoundSpecimensOuter Diameter

11.2.10.0 Strain-Controlled Test...11011.2.11.0 Measure The

9.2.0 Run the Test9.2.1.0 Temperature ParametersTemperature parameters for the low-cycle fatigue strain test include:• High Temperature Difference• Lo

DescriptionItemSpecify a number of cycles for the maximum lengthof the test.Total Cycles9.2.3.0 Data Storage ParametersData Storage Parameters Propert

After an amount of time passes equal to the test time limit minus the transition monitoring minutes, monitoringbegins for the following conditions:• I

DescriptionItemSpecify a number of cycles after which the specimenis expected to be stable and beyond hardening orsoftening.Cycles for StableCycleSpec

The second step verifies the output of the transducer conditioner versus a known standard displacement overthe entire range of measurement.9.2.9.0 Ver

4. A window appears with the Modulus Check Result.• Click Accept to accept the result.• Click Reject to discard the result.• Click Measure Modulus to

The MTS TestSuite Custom Message window appears with the message: Validate test parameter onruntime display. Click Run Test to start testing. Click Ch

9.2.21.0 Test CompletionWhen the test is complete, the test stops and you can run the reports. A variety of reporting options satisfythe standard repo

Inelastic Strain Min Max TableThe Inelastic Strain Min Max table contains the measured and calculated minimum and maximum inelasticstrain values. The

Channels by TimeThe Channels by Time table lists all data points collected in arrays during Data Acquisition activities. Clickthe drop-down button to

1.0 Technical Support1.1.0 How to Get Technical SupportStart with your manualsThe manuals supplied by MTS provide most of the information you need to

• Load vs.Time chart shows changes in the load during the test.9.4.2.0 Analyze the Test RunsEach test that you create from an MTS template contains a

10.0 ASTM Trapezoidal StrainTemplateTopics:•Set Up the Test...

10.1.0 Set Up the Test10.1.1.0 ASTM Trapezoidal Strain Template OverviewThe ASTM Trapezoidal Strain template is based on a low-cycle fatigue (LCF) str

DescriptionParameterSpecify the outer diameter of the reducedcross-sectional area on the specimen.Outer Diameter -Hollow RoundSpecimensOuter Diameter

10.2.0 Run the Test10.2.1.0 Strain Test ParametersStrain test parameters are entries you make to control the strain test. For tests that use a sine wa

10.2.3.0 Data Storage ParametersData Storage Parameters PropertiesDescriptionItemSets the number of cycles to save to disk at the endof the test or wh

Note:With systems that use Series 494 hardware, you can use the HWI Editor application to select the armof the bridge where the shunt calibration resi

pin from your extensometer, the modulus is incorrect. If you type incorrect specimen dimensions, the modulusis incorrect.10.2.7.0 Measure ModulusTo ch

the new cycle against which following cycles are compared.Typical stable cycle deviation factors are around1%.Test completionThe LCF test runs until i

A window appears that shows the End of Test Readings and the Mean Load Test Readings settings andlimits.You can click Verify Settings to see the strai