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Out of Production 5900 Series Universal Testing Systems

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5900 Series Single Column and Dual Column Table Model Testing Systems
5980 Series Universal Testing Machine
Xtra Long Extensometer on a Model 5965 Testing System
Model 5944 Tabletop Testing System
Instron 5944 System with Auto-Injector Testing System
Model 5965 Testing System Performing a 3-Point Bend Test on a Screwdriver
Instron 5960 Universal Testing Machine with Environmental Chamber
5985 Floor Model
  • 5900 Series Single Column and Dual Column Table Model Testing Systems
  • 5980 Series Universal Testing Machine
  • Xtra Long Extensometer on a Model 5965 Testing System
  • Model 5944 Tabletop Testing System
  • Instron 5944 System with Auto-Injector Testing System
  • Model 5965 Testing System Performing a 3-Point Bend Test on a Screwdriver
  • Instron 5960 Universal Testing Machine with Environmental Chamber
  • 5985 Floor Model
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No longer in production, the 5900 Series universal testing systems listed in the table below were replaced by 6800 Series testing systems between 2020 – 2022. The 5940 single column and 5960 dual column models were produced from 2010 – 2020, and the 5980 floor model systems listed were produced between 2010 – 2022. These systems were designed to perform tensile, compression, flexure/bend, peel, tear, shear, and cyclic tests.

Features
  • Load measurement accuracy: +/- 0.5% of reading down to 1/1000 of load cell capacity option (2580 Series load cells)
  • Up to 2.5 kHz data acquisition rate option simultaneous on load, extension, and strain channels
  • Speed range of 0.001 - 3000 mm/min (0.00004 -120 in/min), depending on the model
  • Customizable control panel
  • Automatic gain adjustment (allows closed loop strain control)
  • Compatible with Bluehill® Software / Instron® Remote Technical Support (RTS)
  • Specimen Protect
  • Automatic transducer recognition for load cells and extensometers
  • Extra height and width options available
  • Thousands of optional grips and fixtures
  • Optional temperature chambers
  • Full CE compliance

Accessory Compatibility

The 5900 Series frames remain compatible with our extensive selection of accessories, including grips, fixtures, load cells, extensometers, environmental chambers, torsion add-on, automated XY stage, auto-injector testing system, and many other frame accessories. The 5900 controller allows for the addition of digital I/O channels to connect external devices and add up to 11 +/- 10V channels.


Out of Production Frames
Model Capacity
Single Column Table Models
5942 0.5 kN
5943 1 kN
5944 2 kN
Dual Column Table Models
5965 5 kN
5966 10 kN
5967 30 kN
5969 50 kN
Dual Column Floor Models
5982 100 kN
5984 150 kN
5985 250 kN
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5900 Series Premier Testing Systems Brochure

5900 Universal Testing Systems are engineered for precision, built for durability, and offer the flexibility for changing requirements. They are designed with standard and optional features that increase testing efficiency and improve the testing experience for the operator. A wide range of models are available for testing capacities from < 100N up to 600kN.

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  • 1/22/2019
  • 6.8 MB

5940 Single Column Table Frames - Operator's Guide

The Operators' Guide provides the information you need to know to start testing after the system has been installed and set up for the first time. The document provides a detailed introduction, notes on prepping the system, and information on testing specimens.

  • Manuals
  • 5/3/2016
  • 1.0 MB

5940 Single Column Table Frames System Support

The System Support guide details the requirements, specifications, handling instructions, installation procedures, and maintenance details.

  • Manuals
  • 5/3/2016
  • 1.4 MB

5960 Dual Column Table Frames System Support

The System Support guide details the requirements, specifications, handling instructions, installation procedures, and maintenance details.

  • Manuals
  • 5/3/2016
  • 1.5 MB

5960 Dual Column Table Frames Operator Guide

The Operators' Guide provides the information you need to know to start testing after the system has been installed and set up for the first time. The document provides a detailed introduction, notes on prepping the system, and information on testing specimens.

  • Manuals
  • 5/3/2016
  • 1.1 MB

5980 Dual Column Floor Frames System Support

The System Support guide details the requirements, specifications, handling instructions, installation procedures, and maintenance details.

  • Manuals
  • 5/10/2016
  • 2.3 MB

5980 Dual Column Floor Frames Operator Guide

The Operators' Guide provides the information you need to know to start testing after the system has been installed and set up for the first time. The document provides a detailed introduction, notes on prepping the system, and information on testing specimens.

  • Manuals
  • 5/3/2016
  • 1.5 MB

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