ADVANCED MOTORIZED TEST STAND
MODEL TSFM500-DC / TSFM500H-DC

The TSFM500-DC Advanced Motorized Force Measurement Test Stand offers all the mechanical specifications of the TSFM500 motorized test stand, including 500 lb (2200 N) force capacity, generous clearance and throat depth, rugged design, and more, stepper motor design that prevents speed variation with load, and more. The TSFM500-DC offers expanded capabilities, including PC control, programmable cycling, auto return, and other features.

Maximum force: 500 lb [2200 N] Maximum travel: 4" [102 mm] Speed range: 0.01 - 6 in/min [0.2 - 150 mm/min] Speed accuracy: ±0.2% of setting, ±0% variation with load Loading table with 25 #10-32 UNF holes for fixture mounting Universal power supply: 80-250 VAC Manual travel knob Mounting holes for bench mounting Base may be removed for alternative mounting Compatible with all Mark-10 force gauges, accessories and grips CE mark

Data Sheet User's Guide - Controller User's Guide - Stand   Stand Comparison Chart

A wide range of force gauges and gripping fixtures Digital travel display >> 6" [152 mm] travel, 0.0005" [0.01 mm] resolution, SPC output for automated data collection. For output of travel data to a PC, the following items are required: 09-1066 cable and MRS100A communication adapter. Limit switch kit << Set of upper and lower adjustable solid state limit switches. Repeatable to within 0.001" [0.03 mm]. Multi-function cable, gauge to controller Connects a Series BG or CG force gauge to the controller. This single cable is used to transmit set points, overload signals, and force data. Serial cable, controller to PC Bi-directional communication with a PC for computer control. Also sends force data from the controller to a PC. << RS-232 to USB adapter Converts RS-232 to USB output. Includes USB cable and installation CD. Serial cable, gauge to PC Connects a Series BG or CG force gauge with a PC. Bypasses the controller.  Column extension Column can be extended to custom lengths (see Ordering Information).

• Computer Control
  An RS-232 port is provided to interface with a PC. The test stand accepts a number of commands pertaining to test stand motion and force gauge functions*. The following additional items are required for PC control:

  - Series BG force gauge (more info) or Series CG force gauge (more info)
  -09-1056 serial cable (see Optional Equipment)
  -09-1143 multi-function cable (see Optional Equipment)

• Overload Protection
  Protects a force gauge against overload (requires a Series BG or CG force gauge and 09-1143 multi-function cable). The user programs the desired percentage of full scale of the gauge. Adjustable analog output voltage setting allows the test stand to interface with virtually any force gauge with analog output.

• Auto-return
  The crosshead moves to a limit switch or force set point (requires a Series BG or CG force gauge), stops, and reverses direction at maximum speed to the other limit switch or set point.
• Cycling / Dwell Time
  The crosshead moves up and down between limit switches or force set points (requires a Series BG or CG force gauge). Configurable up to 99,999 cycles. Dwell time allows the operator to program the amount of time, up to 9,999.9 seconds, in 0.1 second intervals, for which the crosshead pauses at limits.
• Programmable UP / DOWN Button Functions
  UP and DOWN button operation can be configured in three user-configurable modes: Maintained: a short push produces continuous motion until STOP is pressed, Momentary: crosshead moves only while the button is pressed, and Auto: short push produces maintained motion, while holding down the button will produce momentary motion.

• Independent Up and Down Speeds
  Programmable independent speeds for up and down directions

• Selectable speed units of measurement (in/min & mm/min)

• Password protection

  Prevents unauthorized changes to test parameters

* Contains no integrated travel measurement. Travel information available only through the external TSF001 digital travel display, requiring an additional serial port on the PC. For an integrated solution with full PC control, including travel distance, see test stand model ESM301.

For 220V operation, add suffix E to model number. Example: TSFM500-DCE

The TSFM500-DC / TSFM500H-DC is supplied with four hooks (small, medium, large, and extra large), 1/2-20F adapter plate, 2" and 3" compression plates, two couplers (#10-32 coupler and 5/16-18), and wrench set.

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TSFM500-DC

TSFM500H-DC

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