Impact Testing System Accessories
Hammer Weights for the MPX Series
Hammer weights and attachment hardware for use with MPX Series frames of equal or greater capacity.
| Description | Catalog No. |
| 300J Hammer Weight | W-3576-A |
| 450J Hammer Weight | W-3576-B |
| 600J Hammer Weight | W-3576-C |
| 750J Hammer Weight | W-3576-D |
Hammer Weight Change Kit with Hoist for MPX Series
Catalog No. W-3577
Kit includes a chain hoist with a capacity of up to 500 kgf (1100 lbf) and a frame mounting bracket to suspend the hoist from an MPX Series pendulum impact machine. This kit is used to easily lift and securely support the hammer weights during weight changes, or the pendulum hammer assembly when replacing the striker, anvils, or other wear components.
Manual Charpy Specimen Loader for MPX Series
Catalog No. W-3598
The Charpy specimen loader device attaches to the MPX frame and uses a manually operated pivoting arm to place individual specimens on the anvil for ambient testing. The arm must be moved away for the door to close and the test to be performed. Kit includes the specimen loader assembly and mounting hardware.
Tongs
Tongs for handling and centering ambient and low-temperature Charpy and Izod specimens.
| Description | Catalog No. |
| Charpy Tongs | W-3550 |
| Izod Tongs | W-3587-D |
Charpy Test Kits
Charpy test kits include a Charpy impact striker, Charpy anvil inserts, and shrouds. These are for use on SI and MPX Series pendulum impact testing systems.
| Description | Catalog No. |
| Charpy Test Kit for ISO 148-2:2009 Includes: Charpy impact striker (2 mm Radius), and Charpy anvil inserts (1 mm radius), and shrouds |
W-3599-A |
| Charpy Test Kit for ASTM E23-12C (also complies with ISO 148-2:2009) Includes Charpy impact striker (8 mm radius), and Charpy anvil inserts (1 mm radius), and shrouds |
W-3599-B |
Izod Test Conversion Kit
Catalog No. W-3587-C
Izod test conversion kit includes the components required to convert an MPX and SI Series pendulum impact tester to conduct an Izod test. Included are tongs for specimen handling, a magnetic specimen retrieval device and other necessary tooling. An Izod striker is not included.
Charpy Impact Strikers
Additional or spare Charpy impact strikers can be provided for testing with either a 2 or 8 mm radius.
| Description | Catalog No. |
| Charpy Impact Striker (2 mm radius) for ISO 148-2:2009 | W-3599-C |
| Charpy Impact Striker (8 mm radius) for ASTM E23-12C (also complies with ISO 148-2:2009) | W-3599-D |
Izod Impact Striker
Catalog No. W-3587-A
Izod impact striker for machine capacities 240 ft-lbf (325.4 joule) and greater.
Charpy Specimen Support Sets
Charpy specimen support sets are for use with SI and MPX Series pendulum impact testing systems and are compliant with ASTM E23-12C and ISO 148-1:2009.
| Description | Catalog No. |
| Standard (10 mm x 10 mm) Charpy Specimen Support Set | W-3585 |
| Subsize (7.5 mm x 10 mm Charpy Specimen Support Set (Set of 2) | W-3596 |
| Subsize (5.0 mm x 10 mm Charpy Specimen Support Set (Set of 2) | W-3595 |
| Subsize (2.5 mm x 10 mm Charpy Specimen Support Set | W-3594 |
FTS Charpy Specimen Cooling Baths
FTS Charpy Specimen Cooling Bath includes Charpy rack that holds up to 65 specimens and exceeds ASTM E23 / ISO 148 temperature stability requirements.
- Temperature Control Range: -80 C to +30 C, +/- 0.1 C
- Bath Volume: 4 liters
- Approved: UL#61010-1, CAN / CSA 22.2 #61010-1, CE (2006/42/EC), (2006/95/EC), (006/108/EC).
Note: Performance specifications are based on SP Scientific test data from units using methanol and operating at an ambient room temperature of approximately 22 C (72 F). Higher ambient temperatures and/or different fluids may interfere in the system's ability to achieve its ultimate low temperature.
| Description | Catalog No. |
| 220 V Cooling Bath (50 Hz, 6 AMP) | W-3609-A |
| 120 V Cooling Bath (60 Hz, 12 AMP) | W-3609-B |
Charpy Centering Gauge
Catalog No. W-3558
A centering gauge for positioning Charpy anvil and pendulum.
Charpy Lateral Expansion Gauge
Catalog No. W-3561
A lateral expansion gauge for impact testing in accordance with ASTM A370.
