Direct Shear Testing Machine

The STS Direct/Residual Shear Apparatus uses a microprocessor controlled, menu-driven drive system with keyboard entry for precise shear speed setting and control.

The use of a microprocessor controlled drive system and keyboard entry provides the unit with a wide range of features which include pause and speed reset during testing, RS232C interface for computer control,

Safety forward/reverse travel limit switches are incor?porated into the system as standard and are monitored through the electronics.

The apparatus is supplied complete with carriage, loading weight hanger and 10:1 lever ratio loading device.
   *Microprocessor controlled drive system.
   *Large on-board LCD screen display.
   *Direct entry of shear speeds via touch sensitive keypad.
   *Fully variable speed control from 0.001 to 12.000 mm per minute.
   *Accepts specimens up to 4" (100 mm) square using optional shear boxes.