Vector B80 Biaxial Non-Contact Extensometer

Vector B80 Biaxial Non-Contact Extensometer

Manufactured by Imetrum

The Vector B80 biaxial non-contact extensometer has the ability to perform both biaxial and uniaxial tests without needing to place the device on the specimen. Its plug-and-play nature delivers unparalleled improvements to the throughput and reliability of strenuous biaxial testing.

The B80 is capable of meeting ISO 9513 class 0.5 and ASTM E83 class B-1 for gauge lengths greater than 7.5mm, and of specimens with widths greater than 1.5mm.

Benefits

  • Excels in biaxial testing, offering important insights into material properties. This capability is crucial for Plastic Strain Ratio (r), Strain Hardening Exponent (n), and Poisson’s ratio testing as it reveals how the material behaves under various load conditions and provides comprehensive data.
  • Increases strain test efficiency and reliability by reducing handling operations.
  • Multiple variable gauge length measurement — axial from 7.5-70mm gauge length, transverse from 6.0-25mm gauge length.
  • Enhanced resolution allows the B80 to also perform uniaxial testing of smaller specimens than the U200 and U70.
  • Offers a 150Hz measurement rate, making it suitable for strain rate-controlled applications.
  • Reduces throughput times and complexity, automating the process of capturing strain and elevating data consistency and operator safety.
  • Utilises a range of automation features such as specimen and gauge length detection to simplify the operator interaction and improve test reliability.
  • Operates in harsh environments, challenging light conditions, and temperature chambers with no loss of functionality.
  • Tests highly fragile specimens without impacting them.
  • Avoid introducing stress concentrations, such as damage from knife-edge contact
  • Measures to failure and performs strain-rate controlled testing compliant to ISO 6892 and ASTM E8.
  • Intuitive design — get up and running in four easy steps: Install, Mark, Align, and Measure.
  • Laser alignment guides, status indicator lights, and a flexible operating distance all assist the operator during setup and use.
  • Easy to understand feedback from both the Vector software interface and Vector itself provides immediate confirmation of the state of the module.
  • Measurement applications: Uniaxial, Tensile, Compressive or Flexural Biaxial; Axial with central transverse.
  • Measurement modes: Strain (%) or displacement (mm/inches)
  • Field of view: 80H x 30D x 30W mm cuboid
  • Resolution: <0.5 μm
  • Accuracy class: Meets or exceeds ISO 9513 Class 0.5 and ASTM E83 Class B-1 capable
  • Gauge lengths supported*: Axial; 7.5 to 70 mm (0.3 to 2.75″), Transverse; 6 to 25 mm (0.24 to 1.0″)
  • Real time strain data rate: 150Hz
  • Minimal specimen width: Axial; 1.5 mm flat, 2 mm diameter round / Transverse; 10 mm flat, 12.5 mm round
  • Minimal recommended specimen parallel section: 8mm
  • Maximum tracking speed: 2500 mm/min
  • Strain control: Compliant to ISO 6892 and ASTM E8
  • Operating distance: 285 to 315 mm
  • Strain signal interface: Analogue ±10V BNC
  • Supported mark types**: Rings, filled circles and speckles automatically detected
  • Recommended specimen temperature range: -30 to +300ºC
  • Dimensions: 252H x 73D x 201W mm
  • Weight (Vector module only): 3.1 kg
*Minimum transverse gauge length for speckles is 7.5 mm
**Always use marking kit provided

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