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LX Laser Extensometer Preface11PrefaceBefore You BeginSafety first! Before you attempt to use your MTS product or system, read and understand the Safe

LX Laser ExtensometerConventionsPreface12ConventionsDocumentation ConventionsThe following paragraphs describe some of the conventions that are used i

ConventionsLX Laser Extensometer Preface13Illustrations Illustrations appear in this manual to clarify text. It is important for you to be aware that

LX Laser ExtensometerConventionsPreface14

LX Laser Extensometer Introduction15IntroductionThe MTS Series LX Laser Extensometers are precision, wide range instruments specifically designed for

LX Laser ExtensometerIntroduction16The laser extensometer uses a unique scanning laser beam technique to measure elongation entirely from one side of

SpecificationsLX Laser Extensometer Introduction17SpecificationsWHLPARAMETERTYPICAL SPECIFICATION*Dimensions(Length [L] x Width [W] x Height [H])LX 50

LX Laser ExtensometerSpecificationsIntroduction18Scan Line Orientation VerticalScan Rate 100 scans/secondUnit System Selectable, millimeter or inchTar

Component IdentificationLX Laser Extensometer Introduction19Component IdentificationAn illustration of the controls necessary for operation is shown b

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LX Laser ExtensometerComponent IdentificationIntroduction20Controls and ComponentsLaser disable switch This switch shuts down the scanning laser beam.

Component IdentificationLX Laser Extensometer Introduction21External ReceiverconnectorA modular connector is provided for this optional accessory.Anal

LX Laser ExtensometerComponent IdentificationIntroduction22

LX Laser Extensometer Safety23SafetyImportant The Series LX Laser Extensometers are intended for materials testing laboratories.The Series LX Laser Ex

LX Laser ExtensometerSafety24Check operation of these safety features by performing the procedure in the Safety Checkout section.Laser radiation prese

Labels and Warning LogotypesLX Laser Extensometer Safety25Labels and Warning LogotypesThe following figure shows the labels and warning logotypes that

LX Laser ExtensometerLabels and Warning LogotypesSafety26Additional Safety CautionsBesides the safety cautions listed on the previous page, you should

Labels and Warning LogotypesLX Laser Extensometer Safety27Safety Checkout1. Check the laser emission indicator.With the laser extensometer ON and the

LX Laser ExtensometerLabels and Warning LogotypesSafety28Laser radiation present inside. Observe the following cautions:Customer servicing of the inte

LX Laser Extensometer Installation29InstallationContents Mechanical Mounting 30Electrical Connections 33

Manual Name Contents3ContentsTechnical Support 5Preface 11Conventions 12Introduction 15Specifications 17Component Identification 19C

LX Laser ExtensometerMechanical MountingInstallation30Mechanical MountingProper installation of the unit is essential for best performance. It is impo

Mechanical MountingLX Laser Extensometer Installation31The installation should then be checked with the specimen installed by monitoring the reflectio

LX Laser ExtensometerMechanical MountingInstallation32Scan Line Orientation on SpecimenSide View90ºSpecimenScan LineViewed from the SideFront ViewTarg

Electrical ConnectionsLX Laser Extensometer Installation33Electrical ConnectionsThe Series LX Laser Extensometers are connected to line voltage power

LX Laser ExtensometerElectrical ConnectionsInstallation34The laser extensometer must be configured in order for the remote laser disable function to o

LX Laser Extensometer Operation35OperationLaser radiation present.Before attempting to operate instrument:• Read and understand the entire manual• Fol

LX Laser ExtensometerTarget Types and ConsiderationsOperation36Target Types and ConsiderationsBasically, targeting the specimen is accomplished by eit

Target PlacementLX Laser Extensometer Operation37Target PlacementDepending on the measurement mode selected, the laser extensometer measures the dista

LX Laser ExtensometerMonitoring the Reflection PulsesOperation38Monitoring the Reflection PulsesConnecting an oscilloscope to the Signal Output BNC co

Using the InstrumentLX Laser Extensometer Operation39Using the InstrumentThe laser extensometer can be controlled from the keypad on the control panel

Manual NameContents4Monitoring the Reflection Pulses 38Using the Instrument 39Setting the Operating Parameters from the Key Pad 39Description

LX Laser ExtensometerUsing the InstrumentOperation40Description of the Operating ParametersIn Setup Mode, the selected parameter appears on the top li

Using the InstrumentLX Laser Extensometer Operation414. # Scans Averaged - Sets the number of scans over which the elongation measurements are average

LX Laser ExtensometerUsing the InstrumentOperation425. Measurement Type - Sets the type of Measurement performed. The laser extensometer measures the

Using the InstrumentLX Laser Extensometer Operation436. External Receiver - Sets up the laser extensometer to accept input from the optional External

LX Laser ExtensometerUsing the InstrumentOperation44Measuring ElongationDo not stare directly into the beam.Use caution when measuring reflective part

Using the Serial InterfaceLX Laser Extensometer Operation45Using the Serial InterfaceThis feature allows information to be read from and written to th

LX Laser ExtensometerSerial I/O Port Cable ConnectionsOperation46Serial I/O Port Cable ConnectionsConnection to the Serial I/O Port on the laser exten

Serial I/O Port Cable ConnectionsLX Laser Extensometer Operation47Communications ParametersThe communications parameters of the serial input/output po

LX Laser ExtensometerSerial I/O Port Cable ConnectionsOperation48Control Commands for Serial Input/Output PortThe MTS Series LX Laser Extensometers us

Serial I/O Port Cable ConnectionsLX Laser Extensometer Operation49An Analog OutSets the full scale range of the Analog Output. This command depends on

LX Laser Extensometer Technical Support5Technical SupportHow to Get Technical SupportStart with yourmanualsThe manuals supplied by MTS provide most of

LX Laser ExtensometerSerial I/O Port Cable ConnectionsOperation50Sn Scans AveragedSets the number of scans over which the measurements are averaged. T

Serial I/O Port Cable ConnectionsLX Laser Extensometer Operation51R Read Data Read specimen displacement expressed in the unit system selected by the

LX Laser ExtensometerCalibrationOperation52CalibrationImportant The calibration procedure alters the output readings of the instrument and must be per

CalibrationLX Laser Extensometer Operation53Entering the Calibration Mode1. With the laser extensometer powered up and running, be certain that the ta

LX Laser ExtensometerCalibrationOperation549. The Set Upper Length screen is now displayed on the LCD display. This value sets the displacement of the

LX Laser Extensometer Maintenance55MaintenanceContents Recommended Maintenance Schedule 56Component Locations 57Scan Aperture Cleaning Procedure

LX Laser ExtensometerRecommended Maintenance ScheduleMaintenance56Recommended Maintenance SchedulePROCEDURE FREQUENCYSafety Check Perform every 6 mont

Component LocationsLX Laser Extensometer Maintenance57Component LocationsManufacture DateRev.Laser ExtensometerModel No.Serial No.Assembly No.MTS Syst

LX Laser ExtensometerComponent LocationsMaintenance58Keypad Buttons(Zero, Select, Scroll, Run) Rear ViewLCD DisplayLaser Emission IndicatorLaser Disa

Scan Aperture Cleaning ProcedureLX Laser Extensometer Maintenance59Scan Aperture Cleaning ProcedureTurn the power switch off and disconnect the line c

LX Laser ExtensometerTechnical Support6Before You Contact MTSMTS can help you more efficiently if you have the following information available when yo

LX Laser ExtensometerReplacing the FuseMaintenance60Replacing the FuseTurn the power switch off and disconnect the line cord from the AC power line.Be

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LX Laser Extensometer Technical Support7Know relevantcomputer informationIf you are experiencing a computer problem, have the following information av

LX Laser ExtensometerTechnical Support8Identify system type To assist the Call Center agent with connecting you to the most qualified technical suppor

LX Laser Extensometer Technical Support9The Problem Submittal Form can be accessed:• In the back of many MTS manuals (postage paid form to be mailed t