AVE 2

Non-Contacting Video Extensometer

The AVE 2 advanced video extensometer is one of the fastest, most accurate non-contacting strain measurement devices commercially available. Utilizing patented measurement technology, this fully-integrated device easily adapts to the normal fluctuations of environmental conditions in your lab including thermal and lighting variations. The AVE 2 can be used on all types of materials ranging from low-strain metals and composites to high-elongation polymers and elastomers. In addition to ambient testing it can be used with temperature chambers and fluid baths. This device is designed for static and cyclic fatigue testing and meets a broad range of standards, including ISO 527-2, ASTM D638, ISO 6892-1, ASTM E8, and many more.

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SAME RESULTS IN ANY LAB
Designed to Reduce Operator and Environmental Influences

Non-Contacting Solution

Eliminates the effect of operators on your strain results; producing more consistent and repeatable results. Prevents premature damage to the specimen by measuring strain without touching for the most accurate results.

Patented Cross-Polarized Lighting System

No two labs have the same lighting conditions, and lighting can change throughout the day, which can lead to different results. To ensure the AVE 2 always sees the same image, Instron uses a patented cross-polarized lighting system (US 7,047,819 B2, EP 1,424,547, B1) that’s able to produce repeatable results regardless of your lab’s lighting conditions.

Patented CDAT Fans

Normal laboratory ventilation creates air flows which diffract light, introducing errors that can be as high as several microns. The AVE 2 uses patented CDAT fans (US 7,610,815 B2, and EP 1,424,547, B1) which create a constant air-flow between the specimen and the camera, producing consistent results even if your air conditioner turns on during a test.

SMARTER
One Device to Meet All Your Strain Measurement Needs

AVE 2 with Environmental Chamber

Non-Ambient Testing

Its versatility allows for testing specimens and components at ambient and high/low temperatures, or while specimens are submersed in a bath.

AVE 2 Metals Testing

Multiple Specimen Types

A single device in your lab can now accommodate test specimens with multiple gauge lengths or varied elongations, offering a field of view up to 840 mm for testing a wide range of material types and sizes.

AVE 2 on Single Column Universal Testing Machine

Real-Time Data Rate

Utilize the real-time 490 Hz data rate to capture quickly changing measurement events.

Synchronized Playback

Record images of the test for synchronized playback or for post-analysis with Digital Image Correlation.

Marking Methods

Depending on your application, you can now take measurements using a variety of marking methods — dots, lines, speckle, or even natural patterns.

AverEdge32™
Advanced Averaging Transverse Strain Measurement for Sheet Metal

AverEdge32 is an optional advanced feature of the AVE 2 that utilizes edge-detection technology to simultaneously measure transverse strain at 32 locations along the specimen gauge length. It then averages them in real time, resulting in a smooth and repeatable transverse strain value, which is essential to calculating the r-value of sheet metal.

Features and Benefits

Real-time transverse strain, averaged from 32 gauge widths, provides repeatable transverse strain with even the most demanding materials
Improved results repeatability, reducing or eliminating the need to perform any retesting
Edge detection eliminates the need for transverse marks
Exceeds the requirements of ISO 10113, ASTM E517, JIS 2254 & GB/T 5027 for plastic strain ratio (r-value)
AverEdge32 can be seamlessly integrated with any existing AVE 2 currently installed or purchased separately
Patent Pending back screen design guides the light away from the operator, reducing fatigue

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r-Value Comparisons
Single Gauge Width vs. AverEdge32 Technology

5000 Series Aluminum

6000 Series Aluminum

Resources

Evaluating Measurement Techniques for Calculating the Plastic Strain Ratio (r-value) of Sheet Metal White Paper

This white paper discusses the improvement in r-value results when using the averaged multi-point measurement compared to a single-point measurement.

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Strain Measurement for Sheet Metal Testing and Eliminating r-Value Variability Webinar

In this webinar we discuss the challenges in measuring strain in sheet metal and discuss how the AverEdge32 can improve formability testing, including capturing data such as plastic strain ratio (r-value).

Endless Applications

AVE 2 lets you measure modulus and strain properties to failure, including r&n results with the transverse option, at high, low, or ambient conditions on almost any material including plastics, metals, composites, textiles, films, elastomers, paper, components, and bio-materials.

ASTM D412 Elastomer Tensile Testing — The AVE 2's large field of view makes it ideal for testing materials with high elongations such as elastomers - and can meet the testing standard requirements of ASTM D412 and ISO 37.

Automated testing systems, such as the AT3 and AT6, can be equipped with AVE 2 video extensometers to increase the accuracy and efficiency of tensile tests for metals, plastics, and other materials.

The AVE 2 non-contacting video extensometer is extremely beneficial for testing fragile specimens like thin films.

The AVE 2 allows you to safely measure strain through break on materials such as composites that experience high energy breaks at failure.

The AVE 2 can measure strain on flex/bend tests.

The AVE 2 is an ideal solution for measuring axial strain of materials submerged in a temperature controlled BioBath.

SIMPLER
Designed to Move from System to System with Ease

Universal Testing Systems

System Compatibility

Can be used on nearly any Instron system in your lab. Some legacy systems may require or benefit from a control electronics retrofit.

Quick Installation

Easily mounts to testing frame and can be quickly moved from machine to machine within the lab.

AVE 2 Controlled by Bluehill Universal Software

Streamlined Control

Streamlined operator controls are integrated directly into Bluehill^® Universal software, removing confusing and unnecessary steps.

COMPATIBLE WITH DYNAMIC SYSTEMS
For Cyclic Testing and High Speed Monotonic Tests

Cyclic Testing up to 20 Hz

The AVE 2 is now available with an option for cyclic testing, supporting frequencies up to 20 Hz.

Tracking up to 500 mm/s

Capable of tracking displacement at up to 500 mm/s, the AVE 2 dynamic is perfect for fast monotonic testing.

Integration with 8800MT

AVE 2 dynamic capability is available exclusively on the 8800 Minitower dynamic control system.

Integration with WaveMatrix^™3

Seamless integration with WaveMatrix3. Compatible with the Calculations and Advanced Control modules.

Dynamic
Strain Control

Control your cyclic tests at up to 20 Hz using the dynamic strain measurement from your AVE 2 video extensometer.

Axial and Transverse
Strain Data

Both axial and transverse specimen measurements are available for cyclic strain monitoring.

Dynamic Low Force Applications

Understanding the effect of knife edges on the specimen life of compliant materials. AVE 2 for dynamic low force provides strain control without damaging your specimen.

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Dynamic High Force Applications

Understanding the effect of high energy specimen failure on your measurement device. AVE 2 for dynamic high force provides strain control without damaging your extensometer in case of specimen failure.

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OTHER HARDWARE

SVE 2
Standard Video Extensometer

The SVE 2 (catalog no. 2663-902) is a non-contacting extensometer that’s ideal for elastomers and polymers that have less demanding requirements for measuring strain, including ASTM D412 and ISO 37.

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