Direct/Residual Shear, Dead Weight with 2 Dial Indicators

Shear unit utilizes dead weight loading system with 10:1 vertical load beam. Digital readout measures shear forces. The vertical and shear displacement is measured with dial indicators in 0.5 inch range with .0001 inch resolution and 1.0 in X 0.001 in res. (12.7 x .00254mm and 25.4 x .0254mm) Optional four channel readout (Model LA-3732-01). Unit includes RS232 serial output cable for sending data to computer.

Unit includes drainage plates and water chamber. Maximum shear displacement is 0.8 in (20.3 mm). Maximum vertical load and horizontal shear force is 1,500 lb (680 kg) each. Travel is set with limit switches. Motor drive controls strain rate within 1%, set with digital thumb wheels. Each digit represents 0.0001 in/min (.00254 mm/min) strain rate and can be controlled from 0.0001 in to 0.3 in/min (.00254 x 7.62 mm/min). Loading and shear box assembly mounted on a sturdy steel cabinet.

Upright rods are stainless steel and cabinet has enamel finish. Water chamber is aluminum with anodized/ teflon finish for corrosion resistance.

Overall height is 54 in (137 cm). Cabinet height is 9 in (228.6 mm). Length is 36 in (91.4 cm). Depth is 14.5 in (36.8 cm). Electrical requirements are 110V, 60Hz, 1ph.

Cutting/shear rings and porous stone purchased separately.