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Dynatup® 8100 Series impact test instruments are for general purpose testing where either high impact energies are required or large specimens are to be tested.

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Features & Benefits:

Impact energies up to 27,800 Joules (20,500 ft lb)
Impact velocities up to 7 m/s (22 ft/s)
Maximum drop height of 2.4 m (96 in)
The distance between the guide columns is a full 58.4 cm (23 inches)
T-grooved base plate for mounting fixtures
Operator panel for crosshead control
Automatic return to drop height for next test
Safety brakes to prevent accidental crosshead release
Interlocked safety barrier and doors surrounding test area

System Options

Suited for use with instrumented tups and Dynatup® Impulse data acquisition and analysis system
Optional lead weight set to increase impact energy
Standard and custom strikers and fixtures

Range of Models:
Model 8120
Basic model for single impact applications
100 kg (220 lb) standard crosshead
Pneumatic rebound brakes to prevent secondary impact
Optional shock absorbers
Model 8140
Mid-range system
283 kg (625 lb) standard crosshead
Hydraulic crosshead stops
Model 8150
Highest energy system
454 kg (1,000 lb) standard crosshead
Hydraulic crosshead stops

Applications
Dynatup® 8100 Series drop towers can be found in the automotive, aircraft, and shipbuilding industries as well as in government test facilities. Commonly used for testing components or large panels of virtually any material, these versatile drop towers are also used for high-energy three-point bend testing of metal specimens. Standard test configurations include:
ASTM E-604
ASTM E-436
ASTM E-208
API-5L3