SYNTAX 12 Compact Universal Testing Machine – 12 kN
Manufactured by 3R Industries
Delivering up to 12 kN force capacity in a versatile, small footprint package, the SYNTAX 12 dual-column universal testing machine (UTM) is ideal for labs with limited floor space.
It’s suitable for both routine testing and research applications on materials such as composites, metals, plastics, and finished products.
Designed and manufactured in France, this versatile tensile tester has a dual-ball screw drive and rigid guide columns, ensuring precise load application and long-term durability.
Operating from a single-phase 230 V supply (≈320 W consumption), it’s also extremely energy-efficient, reducing your operational costs and carbon footprint.
Price on quotation
Benefits
- Excellent balance between cost efficiency, rigidity, and versatility.
- Suitable for many types of tests, including cyclitic, flexural, and tensile.
- Compact footprint (approx. 700 mm x 400 mm x 1440 mm) helps free up valuable lab space.
- Force channels provide 10 million-count resolution.
- Accuracy complies with ISO 7500-1 and Class 0.5. Position accuracy is Class 0.2 (ISO 9513).
- Brushless servo motor with integrated encoder delivers smooth motion control and includes an automatic brake for safety.
- Rigid load frame has two chrome-plated guide columns and a preloaded ball-screw assembly.
- Preloaded ball screw is backlash-free, meaning force is transmitted directly to the specimen without lost motion.
- Wide crosshead travel speeds range from 0.05 µm/s to ~1,200 mm/min allow slow-ramp testing and rapid cyclic loading.
- Working area height of 160 mm. Option to go larger if needed.
- Tensile tester calibration service available.
- Choose from a wide range of universal testing machine accessories, including grips, environmental chambers, and extensometers.
- A full range of load cells from 1N up to the capacity of the frame are available.
Software
This tensile tester comes supplied with comprehensive and user-friendly Synt-X software, enabling operators to move quickly from setup to execution, while ensuring consistency and repeatability. With features like pre-configuration of products and specimens, and automatic generation of customised test reports, it helps users focus on their tests by reducing setup time and minimise operator errors.
The Synt-X test control software is designed, developed, and maintained in-house by 3R’s engineering team, guaranteeing long-term compatibility and continuous improvement for routine production testing, advanced research, and standard-compliant mechanical tests.
Customisable Options
Need more speed, a bigger machine, or a custom-built solution? We understand every testing scenario is unique, which is why all our 3R Industries tensile testing machines can be meticulously crafted to meet your specific testing requirements.
We promise unmatched value and exceptional performance in every unique configuration. Take a look at the 3R Industries UTM catalogue and contact us to let us know your bespoke requirements.
“Engineered in France, Supported in the UK by AML, Built to last!”
The SYNTAX 12 compact materials testing machine offers precise control and measurement for a wide range of tests in industries such as plastics and composites, healthcare and pharmaceuticals, and textiles.
Tests that can be performed on this instrument include:
- Compression.
- Cyclitic.
- Flexural.
- Hardness.
- Peel.
- Shear.
- Tensile.
- Thermal and climatic.
Standards
ISO 7500, ASTM A370, ASTM C1609/C1609M, and ASTM C273.
Technical Data
| Capacity | 12 kN (10 nominal) |
| Frame Stiffness (kN/mm) | 20 |
| Screw Type | Preloaded ball screws |
| Number Of Guidance Column | 2 |
| Number Of Ball Screws | 2 |
| Transmission Type | Gearbox with reinforced belt |
| Bearing Type | Precharged and waterproof, full life greased |
| Accuracy (Class) Load Cell Measurement |
Class 1 (≥0.1% FS) / Class 0.5 (≥0.2% FS) – ISO 7500-1 |
| Crosshead Position Resolution | 0,08 µm |
| Maximum Speed, Max Load | 1200 mm/min |
| Minimum Speed | 3,3 µm/min |
| Crosshead Travel Without Load Cell And Interface |
1130 mm |
| Test Width | 450 mm |
| Working Area Height | 160 mm |
| Dimensions | 900 mm (W) x 515 mm (D) x 1480 mm (H) |
| Weight | 145 kg |
| Power Supply | 230 V single phase |
| Power Consumption | 320 W |
