Epsilon Technology Corp. Datasheets for Deflectometers and Extensometers

Deflectometers and extensometers are used to indicate the deformation of material while it is subjected to stress.
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MODEL 3442RA1 Miniature Averaging Axial Extensometers With gauge lengths of 1 and 2 inches (25 and 50 mm) and measuring ranges of 0.050 and 0.100 inches (1.2 and 2.5 mm),...
Very small and rugged, yet ultra-light weight, these units are widely used for testing small and delicate samples. Ideal for many biomedical tests, as well as for wire and thin...
A miniature extensometer designed for general purpose transverse or diametral strain measurements on small or thin specimens. May be used simultaneously with the Model 3442 miniature axial extensometers or the...
A single integral unit provides simultaneous lateral (transverse) strain and averaged axial strain measurement. The unit is also available as an averaged axial extensometer alone. This extensometer is ideally suited...
Designed for concrete and rock compression testing or for compression tests on other large samples. The Model 3544 may be used simultaneously with the Model 3542RA axial extensometers. Circumferential extensometers...
Designed for fracture mechanics tests in environmental chambers where the entire gage must be exposed to the heat. These capacitive sensor based clip-on gages (or COD gages) may be used...
Designed for general purpose transverse or diametral strain measurement on axially loaded specimens. This model may be used simultaneously with the Model 3542 axial extensometer. Self-supporting on the test sample,...
Designed for measuring r-values in sheet metal testing, this extensometer averages the lateral strain at two locations. This model may be used simultaneously with the Model 3542 axial extensometer. This...
Designed for plastics, rubber and elastomer testing, these extensometers have very long measuring ranges. Their unique design allows testing to failure and minimizes interaction with the sample. The main body...
Designed for use with furnaces and induction heating systems, these extensometers use Epsilon’s exclusive, self-supporting design. A wide range of options cover most testing applications. Epsilon developed this unique high...
Designed primarily for compressive strength tests on rock, concrete and other large compression samples, the 3542RA measures axial strain on opposite sides of the test specimen, and the output is...
Designed specifically for performing tests in accordance with ASTM D5656, Standard Test Method for Thick-Adherend Metal Lap-Shear Joints for Determination of the Stress-Strain Behavior of Adhesives in Shear by Tension...
Designed to allow the gauge length to be set prior to mounting on the test specimen, this model allows hot mounting on samples after they reach the test temperature. These...
For fracture mechanics studies, these COD gages are in compliance with standardized test methods, such as ASTM E1820 for determination of fracture toughness properties of metallic materials. These gages conform...
For tests in environmental chambers where the entire extensometer must be exposed to the heat. Designed for transverse or diametral strain measurement at temperatures up to 540 °C (1000 °F)...
For transverse or diametral strain measurements at temperatures to 1000 °C (1832 °F). These extensometers may be used with furnaces having a side entry slot for an extensometer or with...
General purpose extensometers for axial tensile, compression, and cyclic testing. Gauge lengths from 0.5 to 2 inches (and 10 to 80 mm) and measuring ranges from 5% to 100% strain.
High temperature COD gages for use in split type materials testing furnaces with a slot for the ceramic rods. Water-cooled and furnace bracket mounted, these are for use to 1200...
High temperature extensometers for use in split type materials testing furnaces. Water-cooled and furnace bracket mounted, these are for use to 1200 °C (2200 °F). The high temperature option allows...
Long gauge length extensometers with gauge lengths greater than 2 inches (50 mm) for tensile and compression testing. These units have been specially designed for long gage length applications where...
Submersible extensometer designed for performing tests in water, saline solutions, and other liquids compatible with the materials of construction. The Model 4030 extensometer uses a special LVDT-like sensor to measure...
These extensometers are high precision non-contacting units for strain measurement in materials testing. They use a high speed laser scanner to measure the spacing between reflective tape strips on the...
These extensometers feature very low specimen contact force and are available in low strain ranges for use in split type materials testing furnaces or with induction heating. Water-cooled and mounted...
This extensometer is a strain gaged unit with small measuring ranges designed for performing proof load testing of bolts and similar applications such as yield measurements. The Model 3565 uses...
This extensometer was designed for accurate measurement of small diametral strains such as those required to determine Poisson’s ratio of rock, concrete and asphalt samples. The units are designed to...
This model is available in gauge lengths from 2 inches (50 mm) and larger, with measuring ranges up to 4 inches (100 mm). It is a uniquely designed unit that...
This model meets many of the needs for testing asphalt core samples in 4 and 6 inch diameters. It meets test method requirements for strain measurement developed under the U.S.
This model meets many of the needs for testing asphalt core samples, in 4 and 6 inch diameters. The unit meets test method requirements for strain measurement developed under the...
This model was designed for measuring axial displacements in the simple performance tests prescribed by NCHRP Report 465. These extensometers are typically mounted as two axial modules with independent outputs...
Widely used for measuring deformations in three and four point bend tests, on compression tests and for a variety of general purpose deformations. These strain gaged devices come with a...