4.5.7 Installing an Extensometer Starrett MMD Series have two (2) connectors for applications requiring extensometers. The MMD Series and L3 Series software allows the use of extensometers for strain measurements. Starrett MMD Series will support extensometers with the following specifications: • Excitation: 5 to 10Vdc recommended, 12Vdc or Vac max • Output: 2 to 4 mV/V nominal • Temperature Range: -40°C to +100°C (-40°F to 210°F)
4.5.8 Installing a Printer If a printer is used with your system, connect the printer to one of the L3 workstation’s USB ports. Detailed information about printing can be found in either the L2 or L3 Series User Guides.
When an extensometer is connected to the test frame, the extensometer symbol is displayed with the measuring range of the extensometer shown beneath the symbol.
Extensometer installation guidelines:
1. Connect the extensometer to the connector on the test frame’s back panel. 2. Verify that the extensometer is communicating- the extensometer icon will appear on the L3 software header along with the extensometer’s gauge length. 3. Mount the extensometer to your sample.
Extensometer Info Symbol
Extensometer Connectors (2)
Extensometer Application
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