Force Static Tension/Compression Testing

5 kN (1125 lbf) Universal Test Machines | Model #310

The 310 tabletop dual‑column electromechanical test machine handles a wide range of mechanical tests up to 5 kN (1125 lbf) and is ideal for smaller loads requiring higher speed.

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Key Features and Capabilities

Product Overview

The 310 tabletop dual column electromechanical test machine is one of the most popular universal test machines on the market. Ideal for mechanical tests including tensile, compressive, bend, bond, flexural, fracture, peel, shear, tear, stress relaxation, and short term creep tests at forces up to 5 kN (1125 lbf). This frame is best for smaller loads and a higher speed.

Technical Specifications

Detailed performance data for the 310 Frame.

Specifications

Model #

310

Force Capacity

5 kN (1125 lbf)

Style

Tabletop

Applications

Static Tension/Compression

Control Channel

Crosshead Travel

980 mm (39 in)

Maximum Speed

1000 mm/m (40 in/min)

Vertical Test Space

1100 mm (43 in)

Horizontal Test Space

426 mm (16.8 in)

Load Cell Capacity

5 kN (1125 lbf)

Minimum Speed

0.001 mm/min (0.00004 in/min)

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The Brains Behind the Brawn

Newton Software

Powerful enough for research, simple enough for quality control. Newton allows you to build complex tests quickly and simply.

Precision & Clarity

Capture the most subtle material behaviors with a 32-bit system featuring an exceptionally low noise floor. Get crystal-clear data you can trust, every time.

Modular Architecture

Buy only the modules you need. Start with basic Tension/Compression, and unlock Fatigue, Torsion, or Video Extensometry later if you need it.

100+ Pre-built Standards

Don't guess. Choose from 100+ pre-configured methods for ASTM D638, ISO 527, ASTM D882, and more with a single click.

Live Data Visualization

Watch stress-strain curves generate in real-time. Detect yield points, breaks, and outliers instantly.

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Endless Configurations

1,000+ Grips, Fixtures & Chambers

Grips & Jaws

Pneumatic, Hydraulic, Wedge, and Vice action grips for any material.

Application Fixtures

Standardized fixtures for Peel, Bend, Shear, Friction, and Puncture.

Environmental

Saline bio-baths, high-temp furnaces, and cooling chambers.

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Special Solutions

326 Family Universal Test Machine

326 Family universal test machine is an affordable compression testing solution for test applications requiring up to 300 kN (67000 lbf). Since this machine has half the capabilities of the other electromechanical test machines we can offer it to our customers for half the price.

Extra Wide Frames

Extra wide custom frame solutions are available for various unique testing applications with large samples. Allowing you to test efficiently and accurately.

Extra Tall Frames

Extra tall custom frame solutions are available for various unique testing applications with high elongation samples. Allowing you to test efficiently and accurately.

Get a Complete Universal Test System With Grips, Fixtures and Accessories

Choose from a wide range of controller software packages, grips, fixtures, chambers, video extensometers and more, are all designed to perform thousands of ASTM, ISO, EN, DIN and JEDEC industry standard test methods.

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Tensile Grips

Compression Test Fixtures

Bend Test Fixtures

Peel Test Fixtures

Torsion Grips

Shear Test Fixtures

Puncture Test Fixtures

Friction Test Fixtures

Environmental Accessories

Sample Preparation Aids

Sensors

Adapters

Get Exactly What You Need, Both Now and in the Future

From tensile tests to compression, bend and puncture - you name it, these machines can do it all!

Their ability to perform various types of tests makes them an invaluable tool for ensuring the quality and reliability of materials across different applications.

Need Torsion?

Add a Torsion Channel; Convert to Biaxial Tester; Add it when you need it

The 300AT Series Torsion Channel Add-on package expands a universal test machine into a system that performs both torsion and combined axial-torsion (biaxial) tests. 300AT add-ons deliver great versatility at an affordable price for anyone that seeks the benefits of a universal test machine combined with torsion and biaxial test applications. Because of its modular design, the 300AT can be integrated to the universal test machine before or later as a field-installed upgrade. Three torsion capacities are available between 20 Nm (177 in-lb) and 300 Nm (2655 in-lb).

Engineered for accuracy and durability in order to withstand higher force test applications

The 300 Series is designed to meet a variety of applications including:

Metal
Wire and steel products
Composites
Plastics
Wood
Medical devices
Textiles
Rubber
Elastomers
Large components
and many more!

I am a HUGE fan of the test fixtures, clamps, etc. from TestResources. The quality is about the same as our Tinius Olsen, and looks similar to Instron, for a FRACTION of the price. The different brands are largely interchangeable (we use the pin connection for attaching clamps).

Jeff and Kurt along with the install team were a pleasure to communicate with and did a great job minding all of the needed details. Our equipment is actually usable now and is significantly improved from the original setup we had

We use the 100 Family Electromechanical Universal Test Machine made by TestResources often at our company. As a provider of adhesion promoters and other specialty products, peel testing plays an important role in the evaluation of our products. We use this machine to perform 180° peel tests to determine the bond strength of various coatings and adhesives. It has been very reliable and problem-free, and I would recommend to anyone looking for an instrument such as this.

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