Note: A high speed version of the LS5 tester is now available. With a test and return speed of 2032 mm/min (80 in/min) the LS5HS is ideal for high volume applications and automation solutions where focus on throughput is of essence.
The LS5 is an affordable high precision solution for materials testing applications up to 5 kN / 1124 lbf capacity which, when combined with our extensive range of grips, fixtures, extensometers and software to match your application, creates a powerful new generation materials testing system. Note: Pictured with main console (optional) and optional PC. Grips and load cells need to be ordered seperately. Includes hand held constole.
Refer to software section to view information on the Nexygen Plus software package.
Features:
Fast Return Speed for Optimized Productivity
With a maximum test and return speed of 2032 mm/min (80 in/min) up to 2 kN (450lbf) the new LS5HS testing machine improves throughput and saves valuable time in production and quality testing functionalities where productivity can be optimized. Above 2 kN (450lbf) the maximum speed is 1016 mm/min (40 in/min). As the LS5HS machine is designed to automate workflows, robots can be coupled to the machine to speed up the testing process even further, and automated, repetitive tests can be run in hours rather than days, helping to eliminate operator error, improve operator safety and reduce cost.
High Mechanical Stiffness
The machine has been designed with modern linear guide technology as well as pre-loaded ball screws and advanced software compensation systems. Combined, these new features ensure that the machine performs with the highest precision for high accuracy displacement measurement even at very slow speeds and the smallest of movements.
Wider Speed Range
Compared to other models, the new LS5 offers an impressive speed range of 0.01-1016 mm/min. This means faster testing and improved productivity
Exceptional Accuracy
The LS5 features unprecedented load accuracy. The machine uses high accuracy interchangeable XLC Series load cells. Tension and compression testing with cycling to load and extension limits are standard features. A load accuracy of +/- 0.5% down to 1% of loadcell value provides high dynamic range. An additional benefit is that the number of load cells required to cover the full force range may be reduced, saving the user both time in changing over different value loadcells when testing samples of different forces and also the cost of purchasing different capacity loadcells.
More Machine Control Options
The LS5machine can be used in stand alone mode using an optional control console or with a PC or laptop and our acclaimed NEXYGENPlus analysis software. The control console features a membrane multi-function keypad and easy to read backlit LCD to display load and extension information. The control console displays prompts and menus, which guide the user through machine operations. The system is capable of storing up to 600 test results from a choice of 10 programmable test set-ups. The machine is also supplied as standard with a hand held controller. Alternatively, LS5 machine performance can be optimised and controlled using our innovative, highly acclaimed NEXYGENPlus data analysis and control software. PC interface is via USB allowing standard laptops to be used. This means that no special PC interface cards is required.
Simple to Use Advanced Test Setup with NEXYGENPlus Software
The Lloyd Instruments NEXYGENPlus materials testing software is Windows® 7 compatible and features an improved and intuitive User Configurable Test functionality. This enables users to quickly build advanced multi-stage test routines using simple built-in commands, ideal for component or product testing. In addition to the User Configurable Test capability, NEXYGENPlus software features a comprehensive test standards library available covering not only ASTM, DIN, EN, ISO and other standards but test wizards for tension, compression, tearing, peeling, friction, flexural and may other tests. The system is can be used for quality control testing as well as in educational and R&D environments within a wide range of applications and test types, including plastics, packaging, medical devices, textiles, rubber and electronics to name a few.
