MCC8, Multifunctional Computerised Control Console

Product Code: 50-C8422

The main feature of this Computerised Automatic Control System and hydraulic unit is the maximum flexibility of the PC used as a friendly interface in terms of customisation of test cycle, processing of input and output data, connection to the existing laboratory network. The control panel, which is mainly used for the set up of the machine, can also be used in local mode in case the PC is not available.
The computerised system enable the automatic performance of a number of functions as for example:

Rapid piston approach
Zeroing
User defined load ramp
Failure detection
Unloading etc.
See the Main features for the complete list of performances.

Technical specifications

The standard version can control two frames that can be increased up to four by the options code 50-C7200/UP1 and 50-C7200/UP2.

Hydraulic system

Max. working pressure: 640 bar
Double stage pumping system:
high delivery low pressure for fast approach of the piston
low delivery — high pressure for test execution
Maximum pump capacity: 3 Ipm at low pressure: 1 lpm at high pressure
Hydraulic ports: up to 4 (standard 2)
Flow control by dedicated servo-valve system
Oil cooling system from ambient temperature up to 40°C

Electronic and on board firmware

Resolution: 132000 divisions
High frequency optimised PID closed loop control
4 channels are available for sensors to measure sample strain with Strain gauges or Electronic corn pressometer.
Basic electrical features of the channels conditioners:
Feed from 1 to 10 V DC selected by PC
Single/dual ended input selected by software
Input signal from -2.5 to +2.5 V DC
Zero and gain calibrated via software
Local and remote diagnostic system highlighting malfunctions (includes oil level and clogged filter)
Saving of calibration curves for immediate connection of various sensors
Digital linearisation of the calibration by automatic multicoefficient change
Date and time function.

User interface

The system is entirely controlled from the PC. Display and keyboard are available for basic factory settings and possible local purposes.

Large display 320x240 pixel
Alphanumeric keyboard
Graphic interface by icons.

Control up of 4 different hydraulic frames
High precision and resolution
Double control system by PC and keyboard
User friendly software for management of the console also for non-expert users
Performance of many types of tests
Remote selection of the frame
Software calibration and linearisation facilities
Manual mode and automatic mode
Real time monitoring of test data (load, stress, strain, time) either in graphic format or as data
Real time processing of test data (e.g. determination of Elastic modulus) either in graphic format or as data
Hold function for the load
Input of dimensions and descriptions of the sample: age, preparation etc.
Input of test data: client, test centre, test site etc.
Input of test parameters and settings: load rate, peak sensitivity, closed loop parameters etc.
Input of data after test completion: type of failure etc.
Single and/or batch storage of test data in ASCII and/or "Controls" defined format
Printout of single and/or batch customisable certificates
Capable of importing or exporting data files from or to the existing lab network
Multilanguage software customisable with local languages (Latin characters only)

Physical specifications

Power rating: 750 W
Voltage: 230 V, 50 Hz, 1 ph. or 220 V, 6OHz,,1 ph.orllOV,6OHz,1 ph.
Dimensions: 470x410x1000 mm (lxdxh), excluding PC and printer
Weight: 120 kg approx., excluding PC and printer

PC cabinet
86-D2999 PC cabinet

Accessories for the YOUNG ELASTIC MODULUS TEST

55-C0222/F Electronic universal extensometer / compressometer
In alternative to the electronic universal extensometer/compressometer is possible to use the traditional strain gauges, pasted on the specimen surface. In this case hereunder there is the list of the necessary accessories:
82-P0398 Compensation device for the connection to MCC 8 of up to 4 strain gauges. see Note.
82-P0399/A Strain gauge application kit
82-P0390/1 Contacts for strain gauges. Pack of 176 assorted units
82-P0390 Strain gauge, 9.53 mm gauge length. Pack of 5
82-P0391 Strain gauge, 20 mm gauge length. Pack of 10
82-P0392 Strain gauge, 30 mm gauge length. Pack of 10

NOTE

The MCC 8 is suitable for acquisition of full wheatstone bridge extensometers while the strain gauges are 1/4 bridge type. This compensation device provide for this compatibility.

Upgrading options

50-C7022/UPI
Upgrading of the Sercomp 7 or MCC 8 control consoles for the control of up to 3 frames
50-C7022/UP2
Upgrading of the Sercomp 7 or MCC 8 control consoles for the control of up to 4 frames

PC and printer selected among latest models
The PC allows remote control of the whole system including the automatic test execution: rapid piston approach, zeroing, performing of user defined load/stress ramp, failure detection, unloading, graphic and numeric management of test data and results
Real time and deferred management of tests data and results, either as table or graphic format
Data-base approach to test data and results
Remote selection of the test frame
Manual control of the system available for easy calibration check
Main test data:
Sample dimensions and features (type exact size, ID, weight, age, density etc.)
Other test data (client, test site, operator name, dates etc.)
Test settings (reference standard, load rate, peak sensitivity etc.)
Single and batch multiformat data storage
Printout of single andlor batch customised test reports
Export of single and/or batch customised test reports in MS Excel format
Language selection: English, Italian, French, Spanish plus another language selected by the user (in Latin characters only)
Units selection (metric and imperial system).

MCC8, Multifunctional Computerised Control Console

MCC8, Multifunctional Computerised Control Console

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