Instron® 2840-117 Compression Platens incorporate LVDT mounting and are designed for reliable compressive high-cycle fatigue testing. Principle of Operation This compression fixture has been designed to easily provide the capability of compression testing. The platens are rigidly fixed and are non self-aligning. They have a high stiffness that resists off-centre loads; this retains the parallelism during specimen failure. The edge of the platen allows for the attachment of an LVDT, allowing you to measure the direct displacement between two equal sized platens during a compression test. The specimen is placed on the lower platen whilst the upper platen is used to apply an opposing force on the specimen. This allows for high-cycle fatigue compression testing. Features and Benefits • 3 kN (675 lbs) capacity • Platen diameter of 50 mm (1.97 in) • Wide temperature range of -40 to +100°C (-40 to +212°F) • Compatible with 2601-071 LVDT Platen Displacement Fixture and appropriate LVDT. Select from 2601-091/2/3 Application Range Products for Materials Testing • Type of loading: Compression - Compression cyclic tests; suitable for high-cycle dynamic fatigue and static tests • Specimen shapes: Flat and round • Compatible with Elec

Specifications Maximum Force Capacity Upper & Lower Fitting LVDT Fitting Platen Diameter Temperature Range Optional Items for use with 2840-117 Catalog Number Description 2601-071 LVDT Platen Displacement Fixture LVDT Deflection Sensor, range ±0.5 mm (0.02 in) LVDT Deflection Sensor, range ±2.5 mm (0.1 in) LVDT Deflection Sensor, range ±15 mm (0.6 in) Optional Accessories • LVDT Platen Displacement Fixture: Fitted between compression platens allowing for easy deflection measurement during testing. www.instron.com Worldwide Headquarters 825 University Ave, Norwood, MA 02062-2643, USA Tel: +1 800...