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Preface 11
Before You Begin 11
Safety first! 11
Other MTS manuals 11
Documentation Conventions 11
Hazard conventions 11
Other special text conventions 12
Special terms 12
Illustrations 12
Electronic manual conventions 12
Hypertext links 12
Introduction 13
Overview 14
Facility Preparation 15
Overview 16
Preparing to Receive the System 16
Space Requirements 16
Foundation Requirements 18
Additional Considerations 41
HPU Considerations 42
HPU Cooling Water Requirements 42
HPU Electrical Requirements 42
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Preface
Before You Begin
Safety first!
Before you use your MTS product or system, read and understand the safety information provided with
your system. Improper installation, operation, or maintenance can result in hazardous conditions that
can cause severe personal injury or death, or damage to your equipment and specimen. Again, read
and understand the safety information provided with your system before you continue. It is very
important that you remain aware of hazards that apply to your system.
Documentation Conventions
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Hazard conventions
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may lead to an associated hazard. Read all hazard notices carefully and follow all directions and
recommendations. Three different levels of hazard notices may appear in your manuals. Following are
examples of all three levels. (for general safety information, see the safety information provided with
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Introduction
Overview 14
Overview
The MTS Landmark System is designed to operate in a laboratory or light industry environment. To get
the maximum intended use of the system, it is recommended that careful consideration be given to
planning its installation. This includes:
l Considerations of the types of testing that will be performed
l The building facilities requirements for power, cooling water, air conditioning, ceiling height,
floor loading, and so on
l Contract services, such as riggers and moving equipment, to transport the system
components within the facility
l Support personnel that might be required during installation of the system
Each test application has its own requirements in addition to the test system requirements. Therefore,
it is recommended that overall planning be considered as early as possible. Preparation for and setup
of the major system components is your responsibility. This guide will help answer most of your
questions about the physical characteristics and requirements of your system.
Facility Preparation
Overview 16
Preparing to Receive the System 16
Space Requirements 16
Foundation Requirements 18
Floor Loading Considerations 19
Mechanical Shock/Vibration 19
Electrical Power Distribution 19
Grounding Requirements 20
Console Control Power 20
Radiated Emissions 20
Fixture and Specimen Handling Considerations 20
Acoustics 21
Temperature 21
Heat Dissipation 21
Altitude 21
Relative Humidity 22
Leveling System Components 22
Overview
This section describes the physical, electrical, and mechanical requirements that must be considered
before installing the Landmark System. Read the following subsections thoroughly to identify
installation considerations that apply to your facility.
Space Requirements
Consideration must be given to planning the space requirements around the equipment for loading
specimens and for the proper maintenance of the equipment. Also, during installation of the
equipment, additional space (floor space and ceiling height) might be required to facilitate moving the
various system components into place. Shown below, is a typical configuration for a system laboratory
plan allowing for relative placement of the test machine controls and mechanical components for
convenient use. This is only a suggestion of how a Landmark System could be installed. Your
requirements should be considered and planned accordingly.
Consideration should also be given to handling specimens, test data, and storage of fixturing and
associated tools necessary for use and service of the system. If hazardous test specimens (such as
those pressurized internally with gas or fragmentizing materials) are used in the test, protective
enclosures and special laboratory layouts are advised.
Item Description
1 Wall
2 Separate Room for Hydraulic Power Unit
3 Hydraulic Power Unit
4 Load Unit
5 Work Area
6 Electronics Console
7 minimum
Foundation Requirements
Foundations for load frame systems will generally be reinforced concrete cast in place in the ground.
These are sometimes called fixed reaction masses, seismic bases, etc. Still other methods of
supporting a load frame can involve a strong floor or other test floor already at the customer site.
The dynamic response characteristics of the foundation should be limited to low levels so that the
accuracy and performance of the MTS equipment mounted on the foundation will not be affected. An
improper foundation mass can affect equipment performance. This is particularly true in strain-
controlled, low-frequency or strain-controlled monotonic testing.
If you have any questions or concerns about the suitably of your foundation, contact MTS.
Mechanical Shock/Vibration
Where impact testing is performed or in higher speed fatigue testing, cyclic loads and simple shock
pulses can be introduced into the laboratory floor. Adequate isolation of the load unit is often possible
with the supplied vibration isolators. However, in some cases, an optional air bag isolation device might
be required. Contact your MTS representative for additional details.
Grounding Requirements
Each system has its own internal grounding system, which is common grounded through the green or
green/yellow wire in the power cable and must also return to earth ground, through the conduit of the
electrical distribution system. Note that the green or green/yellow wire must not be a current-carrying
conductor or a neutral conductor. A ground strap is provided to tie the load unit assembly directly to the
console cabinet.
Where electrical power is of poor quality (noise spikes, poorly regulated, and so forth) or the ground
system in the facility contains electrical noise, attach a 4 AWG wire directly to a good earth ground
point such as a 6 ft (2 m) copper grounding rod driven at least 6 ft (2 m) into the ground. Grounding
must conform to local electrical codes.
Radiated Emissions
Operation of the Landmark System can be affected by sources of electromagnetic interference (EMI)
that are near the system controls, computer, instrumentation cables, and related peripheral
equipment. Common sources of EMI are electric motors, broadcast systems, high-voltage power lines,
power tools, mobile communications, radar, vehicle ignition systems, static electricity, induction
heaters, fluorescent lights, and lightning. The effects of EMI are unpredictable, additional grounding
and shielding might be necessary. Techniques such as using screen cages or other metal surfaces
around the system, along with good grounding practices and proper storage of magnetic memory
medium, are recommended.
Acoustics
Some types of fatigue testing can produce noise which is undesirable or potentially damaging to
hearing. Acoustical treatment of walls and ceiling might be necessary to prevent harm to personnel. If
disk drives are included in the system, acoustical materials should not be of the type that generates or
harbors dust. The Series 505 SilentFlo™ Hydraulic Power Units are designed for relatively quiet
operation; no special acoustical considerations are necessary.
However, the use of hearing protection is recommended for personnel involved in long-term testing in
a noisy testing environment.
Temperature
The operating temperature range of the electronics console is 64°F to 86°F (18°C to 30°C). This
includes most temperature sensitive equipment, such as disk drives which are dependent on cooler air
to maintain proper height of read/write heads. Although the load cell or force transducer is temperature
compensated, it is recommended that room air heating and cooling outlets be directed so that they
uniformly distribute air throughout the room. This is primarily due to the potential changes in specimen
characteristics or test data associated with changes in temperature.
Heat Dissipation
For comfortable working conditions and proper operation of the equipment, the heat dissipation of the
hydraulic power equipment, electronics console, and other equipment must be considered in providing
adequate heating or air conditioning to the laboratory area.
The HPU is normally located in a room separate from the test system to reduce heat loading and
acoustical noise near operating personnel. For specific requirements, see “Model 505.07/.11
Specifications” on page 31 and “Model 505.20/.30 Specifications” on page 33. A 40°C (104°F)
maximum environment is recommended for the HPU. Care must be taken to ensure that it is not
placed in a location subject to freezing when water cooling is used. Reservoir heaters and oil-to-air
coolers are available; consult your MTS representative.
Heat dissipation for the console and other electronic units can be estimated by summing the losses
going to heat in the room {approximately 6000 Btu/hr (1500 kcal/hr) for a single 15 amp power panel or
8000 Btu/hr (2000 kcal/hr) for a single 20 amp power panel} and the gains from personnel and other
heat inputs such as furnaces. To this figure, you should add 20% additional heat gain for future
changes in test requirements.
Altitude
Systems operated at high altitudes can have heat dissipation problems because of the lower density of
the air. This type of problem might require the use of an air conditioned environment or cooling fans to
reduce the heat load. The specified equipment environment should be reduced by 0.55°F per 1000
feet (1.0°C per 1000 meters) above sea level. Most equipment can be operated at altitudes up to 8000
feet (2400 meters). Refer to equipment product specifications for any altitude restrictions.
Relative Humidity
The recommended relative humidity for the test room is within the range of 40% to 65% (non-
condensing). The risk of static discharge, which easily damages logic components and causes loss of
data in memory devices, is increased by low humidity. Excessive humidity can result in electrical
leakage currents or component failure.
Available actuator ratings 1 kn 15, 25, 50, 15, 25, 50, 100, 250 100, 250 250 , 250, 500
100 100 500
(kip) (22 , 55) (22, 55) (55 , 110)
(3.3, 5.5, 11, (3.3, 5.5, 11, (55 ,
22) 22) 110)
Actuator dynamic stroke1 mm 100, 150, 100, 150, 150, 250 150, 250 150 150
250 250
(in) (6, 10) (6, 10) (6) (6)
(4, 6, 10) (4, 6, 10)
Min vertical test space -Standard A mm 140 70 231 159 427 345
height 2
(in) (5.5) (2.8) (9.1) (6.3) (16.8) (13.6)
Max vertical test space - A mm 1283 1213 1621 1549 2085 2002
Standard height 3
(in) (50.5) (47.8) (63.8) (61.0) (82.1) (78.8)
1 All load frame specifications listed in this chart are based upon the actuator ratings and dynamic stroke values indicated by bold text.
2 MinVertical Test Space: Span between force transducer and piston rod face when fully retracted at beginning of the dynamic strok;: crosshead down
no alignment fixture.
3 Max Vertical Test Space: Span between force transducer and piston rod face when fully retracted at beginning of the dynamic stroke; crosshead up, no
alignment fixture.
4 Working Height: Floor to top of work surface; includes standard FabCell isolation.
5 Diagonal Clearance: Column height (far side) to tip of foot with FabCell; tie bar or enclosure not included.
6 Overheal Height: From floor, including standard FabCell isolation, to the highest point on crosshead; crosshead fully raised (most common stroke length.
7 Measured at typical testing height with hydraulic wedge grips and cylindrical dog-bone specimen.
Typical testing heights per model: Model 370.10=750 mm (29.5 in); Model 370.25=900 mm (35.5 in); 370.50=1250 mm (49.2 in)
8 Add 178 mm (7 in) to dimensions B, G, & H for 250 mm (10 in) stroke actuators integral to base.
9 Add 229 mm (9 in) to dimension H for 250 mm (10 in) stroke actuators integral to crosshead.
10 Add 203 mm (8 in) to dimension H for 250 mm (10 in) stroke actuators integral to crosshead.
11 For frames with an optional tie bar add 51 mm (2 in) to dimension G.
12 For 370.10 frames with standard columns, optional tie bar and actuator integral to base add 14 mm (.53 in) to dimension H.
13 For 370.10 frames with extended columns, optional tie bar and actuator integral to base add 51 mm (2 in) to dimension H.
14 For 370.25 frames with standard or extended columns, optional tie bar and actuator integral to basee add 14 mm (.53 in) to dimension H.
15. For lload frames with optional pneumatic/elastomeric vibration isolation mounts, add 62 mm (2.44 in) to dimensions B, G, and H.
MODEL
Diagonal clearance - G mm 25808 , 11, 264911, 15 30848, 11, 3155 11, 3629 11, 3699 11, 15
Standard height 5 15 15 15 15
(in) (104.3) (145.6)
(101.6) (121.4) (124.2) (142.9)
Overall height - H mm 2588 8, 12, 30289 , 15 30958 , 3490 10, 3688 3961
Standard height 6 15 14, 15 15
(in) (119.2) (145.2) (155.9)
(101.9) (121.8) (137.4)
Stiffness 7 n/m 467 x 106 467 x 106 473 x 106 473 x 106 777 x 777 x 106
106
(lbf/in) (2.66 x 106) (2.66 x 106) (2.7 x 106) (2.7 x 106) (4.44 x 106)
(4.44 x
106)
Item Description
1 Actuator Integral to Base
2 Actuator Integral to Crosshead
Item Description
1 Damper Test
2 200 Hz Elastomer
MODEL
1 All load frame specifications listed in this chart are based upon the actuator ratings and dynamic stroke values indicated by bold text.
2 MinVertical Test Space: Span between force transducer and piston rod face when fully retracted at beginning of the dynamic stroke: crosshead down, no
alignment fixture.
3 Max Vertical Test Space: Span between force transducer and piston rod face when fully retracted at beginning of the dynamic stroke; crosshead up, no
alignment fixture.
4 Working Height: Floor to top of work surface; includes standard FabCell isolation.
5 Diagonal Clearance: Column height (far side) to tip of foot with FabCell; tie bar or enclosure not included.
6 Overheal Height: From floor, including standard FabCell isolation, to the highest point on crosshead; crosshead fully raised (most common stroke length).
7 Measured at crosshead height of 750 mm (29.5 in).
8 For 370.10 damper test load frames with optional pneumatic/elastomeric vibration isolation mounts, add 138 mm (5.44 in) to dimensions, B, G, and H.
9 For frames with an optional tie bar add 51 mm (2 in) to dimension G.
10 For 370.10 damper test frames with an optional tie bar add 6 mm (.24 in) to dimension H.
11 For 370.10 200 Hz elastomer frames with an optional tie bar add 28 mm (1.1 in) to dimension H.
MODEL
Load Frame Specifications1 Diagram Detail Units 370.02 370.02 100 Hz Elastomer
Force capacity kn 25 25
(kip) (5.5) (5.5)
(rated dynamic force)
1 All load frame specifications listed in this chart are based upon the actuator ratings and dynamic stroke values indicated by bold text.
2 MinVertical Test Space: Span between force transducer and piston rod face when fully retracted at beginning of the dynamic stroke: crosshead down, no
alignment fixture.
3 Max Vertical Test Space: Span between force transducer and piston rod face when fully retracted at beginning of the dynamic stroke; crosshead up, no
alignment fixture.
4 Working Height: Floor to top of work surface; includes standard FabCell isolation.
5 Diagonal Clearance: Hose height to tip of foot with FabCell;Crosshead down.
6 Overheal Height: From floor, including standard FabCell isolation, to top of the hoses or highest point on actuator; crosshead fully raised
7 Measured at crosshead height of 600 mm (23.6 in).
8 For load frames with optional pneumatic/elastomeric vibration isolation mounts, add 37 mm (1.44 in) to dimensions B, G, and H.
MODEL
Load Frame Specifications1 Diagram Detail Units 370.02 370.02 100 Hz Elastomer
Max vertical test space - A mm 827 827
(in) (32.6) (32.6)
standard height 3
Note: All Series 370 load frames must only be operated under the installation and ambient
conditions (such as, temperature, moisture, and EMC) specified.
Parameter Specification
Temperature 5ºC–40ºC (41ºF–104ºF)
Humidity 10–85%, non-condensing
Altitude 2000 m (6,561 ft) maximum
1Sound pressure level [db (A)] is expressed as a free field value. Readings may vary with the acoustic
environment.
General Specifications
Parameter Specification
Environmental For use in a controlled environment.
Operating temperature 5–40°C (41–104°F)
Humidity
0–85% noncondensing
Heat load
< 630 kcal/hr (2500 Btu/hr)
Noise1 rating at 1 m
63 dB (A) fully compensated
Hydraulic fluid Exxon Mobil DTE 25 or Shell Tellus 46 AW
Typical operating 43–49°C (110–120°F)
temperature range
Filtration (microns) 3 microns nominal
Reservoir capacity 341 L (90 gal) maximum
208 L (55 gal) minimum
Heat exchanger Water-cooled
Flow requirements, See Water flow rating (input temperature)
cooling
Water pressure
0.24–0.31 MPa (35–45 psi differential)
Maximum pressure
0.83 MPa (120 psi)
Water hose
25 mm (1 in)—inside diameter
Hydraulic connections Each requires an O-ring face seal
Pressure -16
Return -16
Drain -6 and -8 (two connections)
1Sound pressure level [db (A)] is expressed as a free field value. Readings may vary with the acoustic
environment.
Controller Specifications
Environmental Requirements—Series 494 Hardware
All Series 494 hardware components are intended for indoor use only. This indoor environment must
conform to the following environmental specifications.
Note: All Series 494 Controller must only be operated under the installation and ambient
conditions (such as, temperature, moisture, and EMC) specified.
Parameter Specification
Temperature 5ºC–40ºC (41ºF–104ºF)
Humidity 5–85%, non-condensing
Altitude 3048 m (10,000 ft) maximum
Space For proper ventilation, allow 51 mm (2 in)
Requirements clearance on all sides of the chassis.
The rear of the chassis requires a minimum
clearance of 15.24 cm (6 in) for cable
connections.
Note: To maintain EMC compliance, the controller must be installed in a location that does not
exceed the EN 61000-6-4 emission standard for industrial environments.
Note: Electrical connections must be made by qualified personnel and conform to local codes
and regulations. Local electrical codes supersede any information found here.
Note: Electrical connections must be made by qualified personnel and conform to local codes
and regulations. Local electrical codes supersede any information found here.
Note: Electrical connections must be made by qualified personnel and conform to local codes
and regulations. Local electrical codes supersede any information found here.
Note: Electrical connections must be made by qualified personnel and conform to local codes
and regulations. Local electrical codes supersede any information found here.
Additional Considerations
HPU Considerations 42
HPU Electrical Requirements 42
Water Quality 42
Load Unit Considerations 43
Electronic Console Considerations 44
Computer Console Considerations 44
When You Get Your System 44
HPU Considerations
HPU Cooling Water Requirements
The hydraulic power units (HPUs) water connections are supplied with hose nipples for the
recommended type of hoses. The common type of recommended hose is Uniroyal P-340 or equivalent
hose rated for 150 psi (1.03 MPa) operation. Shutoff valves should be included in the facility supply and
drain lines should be included to allow for unit maintenance. If the cooling water contains contaminants
(such as sediment) water filtration might be necessary to prevent clogging of the heat exchanger
tubes. See “Hydraulic Power Unit Specifications” on page 31 to find water pressure, hose size
requirements, and water cooling requirements for the HPU.
Water Quality
HPUs are equipped with water-to-oil heat exchangers that are designed to remove 100% of the HPUs
heat load. Water-to-oil heat exchangers, also referred to as oil coolers, use heat transfer to cool the hot
oil in the HPU by passing it over tubes filled with cooling water.
Water chemistry is critical for a successful heat exchange system. Generally speaking, municipal
drinking water that is available in developed countries is perfectly acceptable for copper tube heat
exchangers. This water is non-polluted, bacteriologically safe and has a neutral pH.
Cooling towers and natural water sources such as wells, rivers or ponds must be free of pollutants and
treated to limit contaminants to the same levels as municipal drinking water.
Softened or distilled water might not be good to use as a cooling liquid because although most of the
minerals have been removed there is a higher than desirable level of carbon dioxide and oxygen
present in the water. High levels of carbon dioxide and oxygen will act to decrease the protective layer
of minerals that form on the surface of the tube, and increase the formation of copper oxide.
Some contaminants in the cooling water supply can operate together to create corrosion rates a
hundred times higher than would be seen by either contaminant acting alone. Cooling towers, unless
regularly treated and controlled, are the systems that have had the most problems with corroded heat
exchangers.
Local industrial water treatment specialists can provide information on your water conditions and
solutions to contaminant problems.