SI Series Pendulum Impact Testing Machines

Model SI-1K3

Instron offers the SI-1K3 Model pendulum impact tester designed for testing
metals in accordance with ASTM E23. Engineered for maximum accuracy,
simplicity of design, and ease of operation, the SI-1K3 offers energy ranges
from 125 to 300 ft-lbs (169.5 to 406.7 joules). The floor model system is
supplied with Charpy anvils, striker, and specimen supports.

Principle of Operation
The basic model consists of a heavy steel base on which the specimen holder
(anvil) and a heavy-duty cast steel upright are mounted. The pendulum is
attached to a head assembly containing a shaft supported by precision
ball bearings. A single lever located on top of the head assembly performs
three functions: brake, release, and latch. A stop pin prevents release of the
penduum.
The pendulum can be latched in two separate locations known as high latch
and low latch. Since the developed energy is a function of the height where
the pendulum is released, the hammer has dual capacities, one from the high
latch and another from the low latch. Both positions comply with the velocity
range of ASTM E23.

Features
Supplied with Charpy anvils, striker (8 mm), and specimen supports for
testing of 10 mm x 10 mm specimens
Dial scales graduated in Foot-Pounds and Joules
Two pendulum release heights provide an operating range of:
125 ft-lbs with 1.0 ft-lb divisions
300 ft-lbs with 1.0 ft-lb divisions
169.5 joules with 2.0 j divisions
406.7 joules with 2.0 j divisions
Capable of passing NIST Charpy tests, formerly known as Watertown
Specimen Standards
Manual pendulum brake for operator safety

Fracta Software for PC-based impact energy display

Impulse data acquisition and analysis system
Test kits to conform to ISO 148-2:2009 and ASTM E23-12c
Charpy specimen supports for sub-size options
Izod specimen fixture options
Instrumented impact options

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SI Series Pendulum Impact Testing Machines | Model SI-1K3

SI-1K3 Specifications

Dimensions
mm

610 x 1867

in

24 x 73.5

kg

510

lbs

1125

Height Requirement

mm
in

1725
68

18

Charpy Span

mm
in

40
1.58

0.5% of reading down

to 1/250th of torque
cell capacity

Shipping Dimensions

mm
in

914 x 914 x 152

36 x 36 x 60

Shipping Weight

kg
lbs

590
1300

Capacity (when pendulum released from

low latch position)

169.5

ft-lbs

125

Capacity (when pendulum released from

high latch position)

406.7

ft-lbs

300

Dial Indicator Increments

J
ft-lbs

2.0
1.0

Maximum Test Speed

RPM

Load Weighing Accuracy

Floor Space Requirement

Net Weight

Software

Indicates data from previous test including ID number and absorbed energy

Designed specifically for testing metals to Charpy and Izod standards,

Fracta Software provides an easy-to-use method for calculating and storing
impact test results.
The package includes:
Angular encoder
USB communication box
Mounting hardware and interconnect cables
Network connectivity
Available in the following languages: English, Spanish, Russian,
Romanian, French, Czech, Simplified Chinese, and Turkish

Software Specifications
Calculations
Energy absorbed
Elasticity/Resilience

Running log of results from previous tests

Data Collection Rate

1 kHz
Reporting Capability
Stores results as .csv files that can be opened in applications
such as Microsoft Excel
Ability to define 10 user-designated input fields

Calibration screen allows for periodic verification of system parameters

Simple System Setup

Hammer characteristics on single setup page
Setup parameters stored to device
Display Features
Status of system limits
Hammer setup and verification
Potential/impact energy, velocity, and test history
Modulus of Elasticity

Graphical representation aids in understanding pendulum information

Notes
1. Minimum screen resolution requirement: 1220 x 1080
2. Windows XP and Windows 7 32-bit (x86) and 64-bit (x64)

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