Digital Compression Testing Machine

Electrically Operated Compression Testing Machine is of rated 2000 kn capacity is fixed to the base. The upper platen has got a self-aligning action and is attached to a screw, which passed through the crosshead plate, and can be raised or lowered for initial clearance adjustment. The lower platen rests on the jack ram and is positioned with the help of a centering pin. Loading is accomplished by upward movement of lower platen. A dust cover is provided on the jack to prevent any dust from going into the cylinder. A spacer with a centering locating pin is provided to test small specimens. The lower and upper platens of the machine are hardened ground and polished. Guidelines are marked on the lower platen to keep the specimen coaxial with the hydraulic jack.