Precision Universal Testing Machines

At Shimadzu, our aim is to develop instruments that provide the highest level of test results. To this end, we created the AGX-V2, the highest class of testing machine in the industry. It features a high rigidity frame; multi processors, high-speed sampling and high-accuracy automatic control; an intelligent crosshead; stroke limit switches; a high degree of safety; a controller equipped with a progressive user interface; and software that supports the creation of test conditions and data processing with intuitive operability. Shimadzu has been manufacturing testing machines for more than 100...

01 Aggregation of Cutting-Edge Functions Rev o l u t i o n a r y T e c h no lo g y P ro vid e s Fu ll C o n tro l U ltra-h igh- speed d ata sa mpling Ultra- high- response c rosshead c ontrol Equipped with Multi Processors and Multi Engines, Providing Ultrafast Data Acquisition and High Response Control Shimadzu’s proprietary control box is equipped with two processors and three engine units. It provides 1 kHz high response crosshead control and 10 kHz high-speed data sampling through high-level simultaneous parallel processing, based on a meticulous timing design, and the allotment of various...

Stress-strain curve Strain rate-strain curve Steel and Nonferrous Metal Testing Strain rate control, in which the rate of deformation measured by an extensometer is controlled to be constant, requires highly accurate control to follow rapid changes in material behavior. Metal Tensile Test Standard: ISO 6892 (JIS Z 2241) specifies that the allowable range of increase in strain to the yield point is ± 20% or less. The strain rate control specified in ISO 6892 (JIS Z 2241) is possible* 1 to achieve with the AGX-V2 for many materials. Practical Simulation Testing Test force-time curve The test force...

Wider Range, More Detail, More Variety U ltra-h igh- speed data sampling Captures Instantaneous Changes The ultra-high-speed sampling function has progressed up to a sampling rate of 10 kHz (0.1ms). Sudden and tiny changes, such as when brittle materials break, can now be assessed. U lt r a- h ig h - s p eed d at a s am pl i ng G u a ra nteed test forc e range 1/2000 Reduces the Frequency of Load Cell Replacement The guaranteed test force accuracy range has been enlarged to 1/2000 for an even wider range of data reliability. Even data from the very beginning of the test force application can...

Te stin g Mach in e M ain Unit Load Frame Frame Design Provides High Rigidity and High-Level Alignment The newly designed guide column* 1 is equipped with a support ring* 1 that maintains a right angle with the table surface. As a result, measurement repeatability has been improved in tests of highly rigid materials and highly brittle materials, prone to the impact of frame rigidity or alignment, enabling stable testing. XV-Talk ™ New Operability with Voice The AGX-V2 responds to the operator’s voice. The AGX-V2 operates in response to key phrases spoken by the operator. This frees the operator...

Safety Cover Protects Operators from Debris Highly transparent, impact-resistant polycarbonate safety covers are provided as standard for the front and rear of the test space. This prevents samples from flying out when they break. An interlock function is provided, so that if the safety cover is not closed, testing and the return operation are prevented, reducing the risk of accidents. • Using optional accessories, all movement including the jog operation can be prohibited.

Intelligent Crosshead Prevents Jig Impacts The intelligent crosshead always recognizes its current position. If the jigs get too close due to an operational error, an impact warning is issued, and the crosshead is stopped automatically. Contact Detection and Instantaneous Emergency Stop The machine status is diligently monitored even when the crosshead is moved with the safety cover open, such as when adjusting the position of test jigs or attaching samples. If the machine detects the test force changes due to contact with jigs or hands, the crosshead performs an emergency stop. Overload Detection...

Al l J i g s a r e E a s i l y C o n n e cte d The multi joint, which connects jigs to load cells, enables all jigs, including tensile, compression, and bending jigs, to be connected easily. The replacement of heavy joints is no longer needed, which simplifies the replacement of test jigs. A small-capacity load cell can be connected to the tip, so tests with small-capacity load cells can be performed with a large-capacity load cell attached as is. Load cell Crosshead Multi joint Compression adapter Compression/ bending adapter Load cell adapter Low-capacity load cell UJ Fixed Compression Bending...

Choose between Two Controllers A universal interface standardized with the software has been adopted to support all kinds of testing. Selection of operational sound according to environment Voice alerts A voice message warns the operator before the The special AUTOGRAPH operational sounds are crosshead moves, preventing mistakes by the adjustable. Select from a pleasant sound quality operator. (The sound can also be turned OFF.) enhancing operational comfort or a sound that is easy to hear even in noisy conditions. (The sound can also be turned OFF.) Operation Controller This is equipped with...

Ac h ie ve s Both Simp l i ci ty a n d H i gh L ev e l Functiona li ty The software ensures that anyone can easily use the AGX-V2, which is equipped with a number of cutting-edge functions. With a flexible UI that accommodates a variety of testing situations, the software is suitable for all users. This software is used to perform typical This software enables performing This software enables creating a single-direction tests. It enables performing endurance testing and other tests that user-specified testing machine movement tensile, compression, and bending testing. involve repeated application...

Bet t er , Mo r e F l e x i b l e R e p o rtin g • Report Designer with Flexible Layout You can create reports with test results, graphs, photos, logos, and more. Items on the report can be arranged and sized as desired. The font, color, and border of each item can also be set finely. • Output reports in PDF, Microsoft® Word, Excel®, and HTML formats Reports created in the Report Designer can be output in a variety of formats. Customize reports the way you want with familiar software.