Vector U70 Uniaxial Non-Contact Extensometer

Benefits

• Non-contacting with digital placement of specimen gauge marks supporting an automated process.
• Delivers uniaxial strain measurement over a wide range of materials, gauge lengths, and set-ups that all meet or exceed ISO 9513 Class 0.5 and ASTM E83 Class B-1.
• Operating distance of 280 to 320mm.
• Cost-effective — available at a comparable price to a Clip-on to reduce testing costs and drive faster ROI.
• Increased throughput — non-contact design enables faster testing, especially in non-ambient conditions. This means no time is lost attaching or removing clip-ons, meaning more specimens tested in less time.
• Intuitive design — get up and running with 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.
• 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.
• Lower cost of ownership — With class-leading performance right out of the box, Vector eliminates the need for specialist high-temperature clip-ons and reduces maintenance overhead, resulting in fewer parts, fewer failures, and lower costs.
• Superior data quality — Simply point Vector at a properly marked specimen to capture accurate, consistent results. Operator variability is eliminated, ensuring reliable data every time.
• Various marking options are available, depending on the material. These options include rings and speckles.
• Lightweight operation and convenient integration.
• Easy to understand feedback from both the Vector software interface and Vector itself provides immediate confirmation of the state of the module.
• Extension and strain ranges are specified, providing clear guidance on performance for supported gauge lengths and allowing for easier 1:1 comparison with clip-ons. This makes it easier for users, particularly those familiar with clip-on extensometer spec sheets, to quickly determine whether a specific Vector configuration meets their testing requirements.
• Recommended operational temperature range of -100°C to +370°C. This is ideal for use in environmental chambers. We can also provide guidance that often enables accurate results at temperatures far exceeding 370°C.
• Extensometer calibration service available.

Measurement applications

Uniaxial, tensile, compressive, or flexural.

Vector Quick Start Guide

The following guide explains the basics to achieve extensometry measurement: Vector-Quick-Start-Guide