The LRXPlus universal testing system is ideal for materials testing applications up to 5 kN (1124 lbf). Suitable for both routine and complex test applications, the standard LRXPlus features a single column design with a crosshead travel range of 735 mm (28.9 in). Extended machine column options (LRXPlus-E models) for testing high elongation materials are also available.

This bench mounted machine is microprocessor controlled and incorporates world proven 32 bit technology for highly accurate load measurement and rapid data acquisition. The LRXPlus features an integral control console with large, positive action membrane keys, allowing complex tests to be performed at the touch of a button. A back lit 4 line LCD display shows the test and set up information in a wide choice of user selectable languages and units.

The stand alone system is capable of storing up to 600 test results from a choice of ten programmable test set ups. Test parameters are entered using the keypad in a sequential menu driven format.

For additional flexibility, the LRXPlus can also be connected to a personal computer with optional Lloyd Instruments NEXYGEN™ MT material test and control software. NEXYGEN software provides almost unlimited testing and results processing capability in a familiar Windows environment.

A series of highly accurate, interchangeable loadcells is available for tension, compression and cycling through zero force measurements. Our extensive range of grips and fixtures support virtually any type of test. The system is ideal for use in production, quality control, education and research environments.

• Simple to set up, operate and maintain
• High accuracy load measurement (0.5% of reading)
• Constant load holding
• Data sampling rate 8 kHz
• Load rate control
• Saves up to 600 test results
• 10 programmable test set ups
• Pre-loading of samples and cycling to load or extension limits
• Multi-stage testing with NEXYGEN MT software
• Extension resolution < 0.1 micron
• Multi-lingual display options
• Multi-unit display options
• Flash upgradeable
• Extended column options for testing high extension materials
• Wide selection of loadcells, grips, jigs,
  extensometers, temperature chambers and other accessories

The LFPlus universal testing machine is an easy to use solution for force measurement and material testing applications up to 1 kN (225 lbf). The machine uses interchangeable XLC Series loadcells. Tension and compression testing with cycling to load and extension limits are standard features. The machine can be equipped with a variety of accessories including: grips, fixtures, compression frames, thermal cabinets and extensometers.

The LFPlus features an innovative design that maximises working space and simplifies operation and maintenance. The large work area and deep 175 mm (6.89 in) throat accommodates large specimens and is supplied with a standard universal eye end or optional expanded work table, T-slot table or drip tray. An impressive 0.05-1270 mm/min (0.002-50 in/min) crosshead speed makes it ideal for advanced applications such as creep tests and constant load holding tests. The machine includes standard pass/fail capabilities and statistics. T

he LFPlus machine displays load and extension information on a high visibility LCD console with integral membrane keypad. The machine’s intuitive firmware displays prompts and menus that guide the user through setup, operation and maintenance functions. Passwords may be used to limit functions to authorised users. Information can be displayed in a choice of languages as standard.

Machine performance can be optimised using our NEXYGENTM MT material test and data analysis software. This Windows® based software with its built in applications library, is easy-to-use and allows detailed test data to be stored and displayed in graphical and tabular formats. The software allows data to be manipulated to produce detailed analytical reports, plus the ability to integrate with popular Windows® software packages such as Excel, and Outlook®.. Other features include powerful video capture, advanced security and audit trails to safeguard data integrity, SPC and clear pass/fail indication.

• Large working area
  - 175 mm (6.89 in)
  Throat for large specimens
• Universal eye end
• Flexible work surfaces
  - Standard base table
  - Expanded work table (Optional)
  - T-Slot table (Optional)
  - Drip tray (Optional)
• XLC Series Loadcells
  (Accuracy 0.5% of reading)
• Extended machines available
• Speed range
  - 0.05 to 1270 mm/min (0.002 to 50 in/min)
• Intuitive operator interface
  - Menu driven with intelligent prompts
  - Membrane keypad with tactile teedback
  - Multiple language displays
  - High resolution, backlit LCD display
• Flash memory
• RS232 interface
• Extensometer input
• Load rate control

NEXYGENPlus multi-lingual materials testing software is the hub of the Lloyd Instruments Plus Series materials testing system . This extraordinarily easy to use and flexible software, allows the operator to control and monitor all aspects of the system from a single front end, ensuring fast, reliable and powerful testing and data analysis for tensile, compression, peeling, tearing, creep, relaxation and flexural test applications.

With NEXYGENPlus software, the user can simply select from the extensive library of pre-defined test set-ups based on international standards to set up routine tests or create an advanced multi-stage test, all using the same program. Still picture and video capture are also included in the software as well as a powerful security and audit trail module to provide 100% traceability, full automation capability for automatic testing and much more.

• Interfaces directly to your LLOYD INSTRUMENTS Universal Test Machine.
• Library of predefined Tests and Testing Categories.
• Customise data formats and setup preferences for tables, graphics, fonts etc. Ability to move columns and rows and to rename headings.
• Configure the test using a standard test setup template, which is pre-formatted for each test type.
• Specify and select from a menu, the attributes that are important for a particular test.
• “Extra Results” can be established before the test is performed. Displayed as text, yes/no or numerical values.
• Supports Mitutoyo Digimatic and other gauges for sample measurement.

NEXYGEN MT software provides a virtual testing laboratory. The software offers a full compliment of testing categories with multiple test types within each category complying with industry and international testing standards. Setups remain easy to use and users can fully configure a test in a logical, intuitive, step-by-step manner. Like the other NEXYGEN packages, NEXYGEN MT software presents test results in tabular and graphical formats.

The Shimadzu Autograph brings total ease of use with a comprehensive system that includes the testing machine, jigs and software, based on the testing styles of our diverse users around the world.

These days, testing styles have been rapidly changing and becoming more diversified, with an increasing number of measurements and handling of various sizes of specimens required. The Autograph AG-IS has been totally redesigned as a new system which satisfies all user requirements, such as "We want to operate the testing machine at a 0.1mm pitch", "We want to efficiently carry out continuous testing", "We want to use the machine with the utmost safety", and "We want enhanced efficiency by combining the testing machine with a personal computer".

We offer that the new Autograph AG-IS is capable of satisfying all user needs and requirements.

• Controller with a high level of operability and safety
• Software linked with the test machine on many dimensions
• High quality test data
• Various accessories accommodating all user requirements
• Diverse system lineup

High precision and high reliability in material testing
Forces are measured with a precision better than ±1% of indicated values, within the range from 1/1 to 1/250 of the rated force.

Exceptional ease of operation
All the operation is made via the simple and intuitive operation panel. The digital LED displays show either force or stress and either elongation or strain, the selection being made by simple key operation.

A large variety of convenient functions for high productivity of tests

• One touch force zero adjustment
• One touch crosshead zero positioning
• One touch crosshead return to the origin
• Filing of testing parameters for easy setting in future
• Automatic detection of specimen breakdown point
• Fine positioning of crosshead
• Automatic force calibration

• Spring-characteristic evaluation jig
• 45° peel test jig for printed-circuit boards
• Cycle bending test jig
• Bending test jig

Easy Operation
All you have to do is push the START button; the EZ Test will show the maximum load, breakdown displacement, etc. on digital LED displays. You do not have to make troublesome settings of testing parameters. The LED displays present either the actual loads or the stress values and either the elongations or the strain values, the selection being made by simple key operation.

High precision and high reliability
Loads are measured with a precision less than ± 1% of the indicated value, within the range from 1/1 to 1/50 of the rated load.

Load-displacement curves on the optimum scale
Load-displacement curves are recorded on any user-selectable scale, within the range from 1/1 to 1/10 of the rated load. Also, the displacements (crosshead movements) are recorded on an arbitrary full scale on the recorder.

• One-touch load zero adjustment
• One-touch crosshead return to the zero point
• Filing of testing parameters
• Detection of breakdown point of specimens
• Fine positioning of crosshead
• Automatic load calibration

The Windows®-based TRAPEZIUM2 software allows various testing operations from simple test control to complicated control patterns created by the user. With its visual wizard settings and the industry's first operation navigation system, data obtained from the test can be processed based on various standards. Flexible operations such as re-testing and re-analysis, as well as many advanced functions, such as network transmission of measurement data and screen customization, intelligently navigate various strength tests. Japanese, English, Spanish, Chinese (both simplified and traditional) versions available. (Other languages available upon request.)

• Powerful sampling functions
• The highly functional built-in controller allows various control patterns
• Break point detection
• Full auto test force range switching function
• Specimen protection function