Force Measurement Beginner's Guide

The Test Stands. There are multiple models of test stand available from Starrett. Test stands come in multiple levels of load capacity and travel, depending on model and user needs.

Adjustable over-travel limits

THE FMM SERIES The FMM series of test stands are the most economic version available from Starrett. They are compact and ideal for quick checks for incoming or in process inspection. Models come in a variety of travel options and load capacities, depending on user needs. Available Capacities:

Column

- 500N (110lbf) - 1500N (330lbf) - 2500N (550lbf)

Travel/Test Space Options: - Short Travel - 15.6” (400mm) - Standard Travel - 22” (559mm) - Extended Travel - 32” (813mm)

THE FMS/MMS SERIES The FMS/MMS series of test stands are highly accurate and easy to use. They are ideal for simple load, distance, and break applications as well as more complex material testing applications like tensile strength, stress or strain. The MMS edition is the material test version. Available Capacities:

- 1000N (225lbf) - 2500N (562lbf) - 5000N (1124lbf) Travel/Test Space Options:

- FMS1000/MMS1000 - 37.5” (953mm) - FMS2500/MMS2500 - 49.5” (1257mm) - FMS5000/MMS5000 - 49.5” (1257mm)

Load Cell Mount

Fixture Mount

THE FMD/MMD SERIES The FMD/MMD series of test stands are dual column stands, ideal for higher load capacity testing. They are ideal for simple load, distance, and break applications as well as more complex material testing applications like tensile strength, stress or strain. The MMD edition is the material test version.

Base Plate

Base

Emergency Stop

Available Capacities: - 10,000N (2250lbf) - 30,000N (6750lbf) - 50,000N (11,250lbf) Travel/Test Space Options: - FMD/MMD10K - 50” (1270mm) - FMD/MMD30K - 49” (1245mm) - FMD/MMD50K - 48” (1220mm)

Manual Jog Switch

Start/Stop Switch

Test stand features

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