Mark-10 ESM301 Operation & User’s Manual

User’s Guide 2 Thank you… Thank you for purchasing a Mark-10 ESM301 / ESM301L Force Test Stand, designed for producing up to 300 lbF (1.5 kN) of tension or compression force. The ESM301 is an essential component of a force testing system, typically also comprising a force gauge and grips. With proper usage, we are con ...

User’s Guide 3 1 OVERVIEW 1.1 List of included items Qty. Description 1 ESM301 or ESM301L test stand 4 Force gauge mounting thumbscrews 2 Limit switch thumbscrews (same as above, supplied in a separate package) 1 Power cord 1 Cable, controller to test frame 12” (longer cables are optional) 1 Cable, USB to RJ11 (for ...

User’s Guide 4 2 SETUP AND SAFETY 2.1 Mounting Place the stand on a clean, flat and level work area free from vibration. If desired, the stand can be secured to the work area with 1/4-20 screws fastened into the underside of the base. Failure to properly mount the test stand may make it more vulnerable to tipping, cau ...

User’s Guide 5 2.3 Connections and Outputs The power plug and controller cable must be connected to the rear of the controller, as shown in the illustration below: 1. Fuse 2. Controller Cable Connector Plug one end of the cable into this connector, and the other end into the connector as shown in the illustration on the ...

User’s Guide 6 2.4.1 Using Grips & Fixtures with the ESM301 Ensure that the grip or fixture is positioned to ensure axial load with respect to the loading shaft of the force gauge. When using a grip, ensure that it secures the sample in such a way that it is prevented from slipping out during a test, preventing a potent ...

User’s Guide 7 4. In those applications where samples can shatter, or other applications that could lead to a hazardous situation, use of a machine guard is strongly recommended. 5. When the test stand is not in use, ensure that the power is turned off to prevent accidental engagement of any of the controls. 3.2 Control ...

User’s Guide 8 DEMO MODE The ESM301 is shipped in Demo Mode, during which time all available functions are temporarily activated for 160 hours of operation. At power-up, a counter displays the number of hours remaining, as follows: Press STOP to continue. At the end of this period, any functions not originally purchased ...

User’s Guide 9 Label Description ESC Exits Test Feature Setup, reverts to Operating Mode < – Scrolls to the previous feature – > Scrolls to the next feature ENTR Selects the feature, allowing it to be modified When the features have been configured as desired and are ready to be saved, press ESC to exit Test Featur ...

User’s Guide 10 4.1 Speed, Up Speed, Down Speed (SPEED, UP SPEED, DOWN SP) If the independent up and down speed option has not been installed, the up and down speeds will be the same, and is programmed in the SPEED feature. If the independent up and down speed option is installed, UP SPEED and DN SPEED features will be ...