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INSTRUMENTATION AND SERVICES
Universal Nano+Micro+Macro Materials Tester (UMT) Catalogue
The Universal Nano+Micro+Macro Materials Tester platform (UMT) comes in three main
configurations:
UNMT-1 for comprehensive nano and micro mechanical tests of thin films
and nano-structured materials, with the approximate load
range of 10 nN to 10 N,
UMT-2 for comprehensive micro-mechanical tests of coatings and

materials, with the approximate load range of 1 mN to 200 N,
UMT-3 for comprehensive macro-mechanical tests of lubricants and

materials, with the approximate load range of 0.1 N to 1 kN.
It is based on the latest technological advances, and has the following unique features:
1 - capability to accommodate the common ideal 3 - multiple testing modes:

test schematics (point contacts like ball-on-disc,
crossed-cylinders and 4-ball, linear contacts like - static and dynamic macro, micro and nano
cylinder-on-plate, area contacts like flat-on-flat, friction,
etc.), as well as real parts and assemblies
- ultra-low-speed stick-slip,
(bearings, electrical connectors, piston rings, chain
and brake components, MEMS, semiconductor
- adhesive, abrasive, and scratching macro,
wafers and devices, magnetic and optical disks,
micro and nano wear,
displays, bio-structures, etc.);
- pull-up/pull-off adhesion,
2 - multiple precisely-controlled and -micro-scratch-adhesion and delamination,
programmable motions of both test specimen and
counter-sur face/tool, with synchronized - micro and nano indentation, hardness and
combinations of linear movements along and rotary elastic modulus,
movements around all X, Y and Z axes, including - multi-cycle fatigue along one or several axes,
fast oscillations (up to 60 Hz), with computer-
controlled speeds (from 0.001 to 5,000 rpm), - macro, micro and nano elasticity, plasticity
accelerations and positions; and creep, etc.;
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4 - multiple sensors for in-situ test process

monitoring: 5 - high-frequency multi-channel data-
acquisition system, with user specified data
- force sensors of our proprietar y sampling rate up to 100 khz, for detection of
and patented design believed to be the most almost instantaneous tiny micro-contact events in
repeatable in the world. We provide customers sophisticated test sequences,
with a calibration set and do recommend to
check the calibration quarterly, but typically, 6 - optional integrated digital microscopy for
the sensors maintain the factory calibration precision sample positioning, digital video of the
for years (!), dynamics of surface failure during testing, and
images of wear tracks, indents and scratches;
- high-frequency acoustic emission sensors of
our proprietary design, with very high 7- optional integrated atomic force microscopy
sensitivity to tiny local asperities, nano/micro for imaging of test surfaces, wear tracks, indents
cracks, etc.Their unique amplitude-frequency and scratches both periodically during testing and
characteristics allows for detection of much post-test;
tinier phenomenon than that observed with
commercial AE sensors,
8 - optional temperature (up to 1,000 C), vacuum
- wear sensors, from standard (0.5 micron) and humidity chambers;
to high (25 nanometers) resolution;
- contact and surface electrical resistance 9- wide variety of configurations, mostly easily
sensors, with very wide ranges from milli- upgradeable in the field. You can purchase a basic
Ohms to mega-Ohms, that allow for better unit now and then many different options at any
detection of the onset of film or coating failure; time later.
- temperature and humidity sensors;
The UMT testers are covered with a 1-year full warranty on manufacturing defects, both parts and
labor. Should you ever have a technical question, problem or request, CETR staff will always be
ready to support.CETR maintainis a 24-hour response time of all of our customer's inquiries.
Though this UMT Catalogue includes numerous modules and features, the variety of advanced
testing needs for fundamental research and practical applications is much greater. Therefore,
CETR specializes in designing and making various custom instruments and equipment for
materials testing, including on the confidential basis.
Contacts:
Sales@cetr.com for new customers,
Service@cetr.com for existent customers.

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Universal Materials Tester with Computerized Control System

UMT Basic System

Testing Unit UMT-M
Features
High density cast iron vibration-dampened frame
Precision X and Z axis upper specimen positioning

(Y axis positioning optional)
Accommodates a large selection of sensors

and instruments such as:
Force
Torque
Contact Acoustic Emission
Electrical Contact Resistance
Electrical Surface Resistance
Capacitance Micro-Displacement
Temperature
Humidity
DC Voltage
Atomic Force Microscope
Nano-indenter
Optical Microscope with Digital Camera
User's sensors with analog voltage outputs
Universal mounting ring accepts a variety of lower drives for

rotational, linear, reciprocating, block-on-ring, and other tests.
Accommodates environmental control options such as temperature,

humidity and vacuum.
Flexible add-on configurations, easily ungradable for nano, micro

and macro testing
Description
The Testing Unit is a part of the UMT Basic microns. In other models the lateral positioning
System. It has a high density cast iron vibration- system is manually controlled. All models have a
dampened frame. The upper section of the horizontal linear scale with 0.5 mm resolution.
Testing Unit has both vertical and lateral The Testing Unit includes a power driver for
positioning systems to control the location and lower specimen drives, 2 channels for Load and
loading force of the upper test specimen. Friction signal conditioning, and up to 6 additional
The upper specimen vertical positioning channels for advanced sensors.
system is motorized and has a position encoder Some models have a built-in computerized
with a resolution of 0.5 microns. temperature controller for optional specimen
In some models the upper specimen lateral heating chambers.
positioning system is motorized and has a
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Technical Specification Add-on Components

Lateral positioning system (X axis) - Dual Friction/Load Sensors, Suspensions
Maximum Travel 75 mm and Adapters
- 6-Axis Force/Torque Sensors
Motorized with Encoder
- Contact Acoustic Emission Sensor
Speed 0.001 to 10 mm/s - Electrical Contact Resistance Probes
Position Resolution 1 micron - Electrical Surface Resistance Probes
Encoder Resolution 0.25 micron - Electrical Impedance Probes
Manual - Capacitance Micro-Displacement Sensors
Position Resolution 0.5 mm - Temperature Sensor
- Humidity Sensor
Vertical positioning system (Z axis) - DC Voltage Probe
Maximum Travel up to 150 mm - Atomic Force Microscope with Fast-exchange
Speed 0.002 to 10 mm/s Force Sensor/AFM Head Fixture
- Nano-indenter
Position Resolution 2 micron
- Optical Microscope with Digital Camera
Encoder Resolution 0.5 micron
- Upper and Lower Specimen Holders
Higher resolution position sensors - Upper and Lower Rotational Motion Drives
for X and Z are optional - Linear Reciprocating Motion Drives
- Block-on-Ring Drives
- Lateral Positioning and Sliding Drives
- Stationary Specimen Table
- X-Y Leveling Table
- Environmental Chambers
(Temperature, Humidity and Vacuum)

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UMT Basic System

Testing Unit UMT-L
Features
High density cast iron vibration-dampened frame
Precision Z axis instrument positioning

Precision X and Y axis specimen positioning
Accommodates a large selection of instruments

and sensors such as:
Atomic Force Microscope
Nano-indenter
Optical Microscope with Digital Camera
Force
Contact Acoustic Emission
Electrical Contact Resistance
Electrical Surface Resistance
Capacitance Micro-Displacement
Temperature
Humidity
DC Voltage
User's sensors with analog voltage outputs
Flexible add-on configurations, easily ungradable for

nano, micro and macro testing
Description
The Testing Unit is a part of the UMT Basic motorized and has position encoders with a
System. It has a high density cast iron vibration- resolution of 0.25 microns.
dampened frame. The upper section of the The Testing Unit includes power drivers for the
Testing Unit has a vertical positioning system to motorized drives and up to 16 data acquisition
control the location of the instrument carriage. channels for sensors and instruments.
The vertical positioning system is motorized Some models have a built-in computerized
and has a position encoder with a resolution of 0.5 temperature controller for optional specimen
microns. heating chambers.
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Vertical positioning system (Z axis) - Load Sensors
- Contact Acoustic Emission Sensor
- Electrical Contact Resistance Probes
- Electrical Surface Resistance Probes
- Capacitance Micro-Displacement Sensors
- Temperature Sensor
- Humidity Sensor
- DC Voltage Probe
- Atomic Force Microscope
- Nano-indenter
- Optical Microscope with Digital Camera
- Specimen Holders
Lateral positioning system (X-Y axis)

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UMT Basic System

Control Unit
Features
Up to 16 Channel Data Acquisition
CETR Proprietary Control Software
Windows Operating System
Motor Controllers
Description
The Control Unit is a part of the UMT Basic System. It is composed of a Pentium based
computer with CETR UMT control software, CETR data viewing software, Windows
operating system and a 16-bit data acquisition board with up to 16 channels and up to 200
kHz sampling rate. The Control Unit also houses motor controllers. Included are a 15” LCD
monitor, keyboard, mouse, network interface adapter and a CD-RW drive.
The UMT software controls all motors and instruments

in the Testing Unit in both semi-automatic and fully
automatic modes with easy to write test scripts. The test
scripts are composed of a series of sequences that list the
channels and parameters to be recorded such as friction,
load, acoustic emission, displacement, etc. Each sequence
is composed of one or more steps that define the
mechanical actions of the UMT Testing Unit such as speed,
load, distance and duration. Option files for each drive and
sensor combination simplify reconfiguring the UMT for
different test schemes.
During testing, the multiple signals are displayed real-
time as both graphs and values. Also, data files can be
recorded for each test sequence for later retrieval and
analysis. User-chosen software filtering of the data allows
for reduction in file size.

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The CETR data viewing software is used to analyze the

recorded files and to perform their statistical analysis and other
calculations.
+ Single or multiple steps in a test sequence can be selected for display and analysis.
+ Any signal channel or channels can be plotted.
+ Any signal channel can be used for the x-axis of the plot.
+ Multiple data files can be displayed on the same graph for comparison.
+ Data files can be converted to text files for import to spreadsheet programs.
+ Average value, peak value and standard deviation are calculated.
+ For friction data, Strybeck curves (dependence of friction on load and speed) are plotted.
+ Fast Fourier Transforms and power spectrum can be plotted.
+ For indentation data, hardness, stiffness, and elastic modulus are calculated.
+ For elastomer testing, elastic, storage and loss moduli are calculated.
+ A calculator for Hertzian contacts of different geometries is included.

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Upper Specimen Drives and Stages

Upper Rotary Drive with
Magnetic Chuck A B
Models: US2M1H
Features
Speeds from 0.1 rpm to 1000 rpm
Clock-wise and counter clock-wise rotation
Incremental and continuous motion
Magnetic chuck for convenient tool mounting
Description
The Upper Rotary is typically used in C F D E
applications where it is mounted on a
friction/load sensor which is in turn attached to
the vertical carriage of the UMT system.
The motor (D) drives the spindle ( C ) with a belt
and pulley located in the housing (A). Upper
specimen holders and suspensions are
attached to the spindle via a magnetic chuck (F).
The electrical connector (E) plugs into the UMT
Testing Block for motor drive signals and power
for the fan (B).
Technical Specification
Model USMHH
Speed 0.1 to 1000 rpm
Max Load 50 kg, 500N, 110 lbs.
Typical Applications
- Disc on disc (flat on flat)
Add-on Components
- Suspensions
- Specimen holders

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Speed vs. Torque Characteristic

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1.0” Y-direction Positioning Attachment
Features
Fine Position adjustment
Y-axis Offset
Description
1.0” Y-direction Positioning Attachment is a
BM290012
micro-positioning stage that allows
movement of the upper specimen in the Y
direction (front to back). It is manually
positioned with a built-in micrometer
adjustment.
Range 0 to 1.0
0.5 ““
Resolution: 0.001”
Max. Load: 40 kg,10N
1 kg, 400 N

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Selection Guide for Lower Drive Models
Lower Specimen Drives and Tables

Rotary Drives (Vertical axis, Axial loading) Model Number
Low-Cos t, High-Speed, Low-Load S25UE
Speed: 0.1 to 6000 RPM, Torque 0.4 N-m at 2500 RPM, Max Load: 0.5 kg (5 N) S25U0
Ultra-Low Speed, High-Torque, High-Load S20HE
Speed: 0.001 to 30 RPM, Torque 20 N-m at 10 RPM, Max Load: 100 kg (1 kN) S20H0
Medium-Speed, Medium-Torque, Medium-Load S21ME
Speed: 0.1 to 1000 RPM, Torque 1.5 N-m at 500 RPM, Max Load: 20 kg (0.2 kN) S21M0
High-Speed,Low-Torque, Medium-Load S24LE
Speed: 0.1 to 4000 RPM, Torque 0.3 N-m at 2500 RPM, Max Load: 12 kg (0.12 k N) S24L0
Medium-Speed, High-Torque, High-Load
S33HE
Speed: 0.1 to 3000 RPM, Torque 3.4 N-m at 2500 RPM, Max Load: 100 k g (1 kN)
High-Speed, Medium-Torque, High-Load
S35ME
Speed: 0.1 to 5000 RPM, Torque 2.2 N-m at 2500 RPM, Max Load: 60 kg (0.6 kN)
Linear Reciprocating Drives (Horizontal motion) Model Number

Fast-Reciprocating, Medium-Load R23ME
Strok e/Frequency: 0.25" at 20Hz, 1.0" at 5 Hz. Max load: 25 kg (0.25k N) R23M0
Fast-Reciprocating, High-Load
R35HE
Strok e/Frequency: 0.25" at 25Hz, 1.0" at 10 Hz. Max load: 100 kg (1.0kN)
Precision Positioning, Slow Reciprocating, High Load
L20HE
Travel: 75 mm, Resolution: 1 Micron, Speed: 0.001 to 10 mm/s, Max Load 100 kg
Precision Positioning, Medium Rec iprocating, High Load
L25HE
Travel: 75 mm, Resolution: 2 Microns, Speed: 0.002 to 100 mm/s, Max Load 100 kg
Block-on-Ring Drives (Horizontal axis, Radial loading) Model Number

Medium-s peed, Medium-Torque, Medium-Load B21ME
Speed: 0.1 to 1000 RPM, Torque 1.5 N-m at 500 RPM, Max Load: 30 kg (0.3 kN) B21M0
High-speed, Low-Torque, Medium-Load B24LE
Speed: 0.1 to 4000 RPM, Torque 0.3 N-m at 2500 RPM, Max Load: 12 kg (0.12 kN) B24L0
Medium-s peed, High-Torque, High-Load
B33HE
Speed: 0.1 to 3000 RPM, Torque 3.4 N-m at 2500 RPM, Max Load: 100 k g (1 kN)
High-speed, Medium-Torque, High-Load
B35ME
Speed: 0.1 to 5000 RPM, Torque 2.2 N-m at 2500 RPM, Max Load: 60 kg (0.6 kN)
Notes:
Using a drive designed for the UMT-2 on a
UMT-3 system requires a UMT-2 Stand-Alone
Driver unit. Likewise, using a drive designed for
the UMT-3 on a UMT-2 system requires a UMT-3
Stand-Alone Driver unit.
Drives with a Position Encoder allow the use
of features such as recording spindle position,
counting number of revolutions or cycles, and
controlling force as a function of sample position.

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Low-Cost Low-Torque Rotary Drive
with Specimen Table A E G
Models: S25U0, S25UE
Features
Speeds from 0.1 to 6000 rpm
Continuous, incremental, and oscillating motion
Description
The Models S25U0 and S25UE are Low
Torque High Speed Rotary Drives. Model C
S25UE has a shaft position encoder while F D B
Model S25U0 does not. The encoder can
be used to count the total number of
revolutions/cycles, record spindle position, - Pin on disc
and control force vs. angular position. - Ball on disc
These drives are designed to rotate the - Disc on disc (flat on flat)
lower test specimen about a vertical axis
on the Specimen Table (A). A pattern of
threaded holes (E) is provided for mounting
Add-on Components
specimens to the table. The table is driven - Elevated Temperature Chamber up to 150º C
by a five phase stepper motor (F) which is - Humidity/Gases Chamber
cooled by a fan (G). Electrical connection is - Custom Specimen Holders
made to the Testing Unit with a 9 pin DB - Liquid/Grease Container
connector (B). A mounting plate (C) - Specimen Grounding Attachment
attaches to the base plate of the Testing - Clamps for Magnetic Media
Unit. Eight counter-sunk holes (D) are
provided to secure the drive to the Testing
Block. Model S25UE has an encoder Technical Specification
located beneath the motor that can not be Model with Encoder S25UE
seen in the picture. Model w/o Encoder S25U0
A centering tool is provided for alignment of Speed Range 0.1 to 6000 rpm
the upper specimen with the center of the Maximum Load 5 N (500 grams, 1.1 lbs.)
specimen table.

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Medium-Speed, Medium-Torque and High-Speed, Low Torque
Medium-Load Rotary Drives with Specimen Table
Models: S21M0, S21ME, S24LO, S24LE E B A
Features
Continuous, incremental and oscillating motion
Description
C F I H D G
The Models S21M0 and S21ME rotary
drives are medium speed, medium torque
and medium speed. The Models S24L0 and
S24LE rotary drives are high speed, low
torque and medium speed. They are
Add-on Components
designed to rotate the lower test specimen - Elevated Temperature Chamber up to 150ºC
about a vertical axis on the Specimen Table - Humidity/Gases Chamber
(A). The specimen table has a pattern of - Custom Specimen Holders
threaded holes (B) for mounting - Liquid/Grease Container
specimens. A five phase stepper motor (C) - Specimen Table Grounding Adapter
drives the specimen table through a belt - 6 Inch Diameter Adapter Table
and pulleys (D). (See Speed vs. Torque
chart.) Model numbers ending with “E” have
a shaft position encoder (E) mounted on top Typical Applications
of the motor. The encoder can be used to - Pin on disc
count the number of revolutions or cycles, - Ball on disc
record spindle position, and control force - 4-ball
vs. sample position. The motor is cooled by - Disc on disc (flat on flat)
a fan (F). Electrical connection is made to
the Testing Unit with a 9 pin DB connector
(G). A mounting plate (H) attaches to the Technical Specification
base plate of the Testing Unit. Eight Model with Encoder S21ME S24LE
counter-sunk holes (I) are provided to Model w/o Encoder S21M0 S24L0
secure the drive to the Testing Block. Speed Range 0.1 to 1000 rpm 0.1 to 4000 rpm
Maximum Load 200 N (20 kg, 44 lbs.) 120 N (12 kg, 26 lbs.)
A centering tool is provided for alignment of
the upper specimen with the center of the
specimen table.
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Specimen Table Hole Layout

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Ultra-Low-Speed, High-Torque, High-Load Rotary Drive
with Specimen Table
Models: S20H0, S20HE
B
A
Features
H
Description C D F E G
The Models S20H0 and S20HE are High
Torque Ultra Low Speed Rotary Motion
Drives. Model S20HE has a shaft position
encoder while Model S20H0 does not. The Add-on Components
encoder can be used to count the number of
revolutions or cycles, record spindle - Elevated Temperature Chamber up to 150ºC
position, and control force vs. sample - Humidity/Gases Chamber
position. These drives are designed to - Custom Specimen Holders
rotate the lower test specimen about a - Liquid/Grease Container
vertical axis on the Specimen Table. The - Specimen Table Grounding Attachment
Specimen Table (A) has a pattern of - 6 Inch Diameter Adapter Table
threaded holes (B) for mounting
specimens. A five phase stepper motor (D) Technical Specification
drives a harmonic drive reducer (C) which
Model with Encoder S20HE
has a 60 to 1 reduction ratio. The high
Model w/o Encoder S20H0
torque output of the reducer drives the
specimen table. Model S20HE has an Speed Range 0.001 to 30 rpm
encoder (F) mounted to bottom of the Maximum Load 1 kN (100 kg, 220 lbs.)
stepper motor. A mounting plate (E)
attaches to the base plate of the Testing Typical Applications
Unit. Eight counter-sunk holes (G) are
- Pin on disc
- Ball on disc
Unit. A fan (H) keeps the motor cool. - 4-ball
A centering tool is provided for alignment of - Disc on disc (flat on flat)
the upper specimen with the center of the - Screw in nut
specimen table.

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Medium-Speed, High-Torque and High-Speed, Medium-Torque
High-Load Rotary Drives with Specimen Table
Models: S33HE, S35ME F G A B
E
Features
Continuous, Incremental, and oscillating motion
Description
The Model S33HE is a medium speed, high
torque and high load rotary drive. The Model
S35ME is a high speed, medium torque and
high load rotary drive. These drives are
designed to rotate the lower test specimen
about a vertical axis on the Specimen Table (A).
The specimen table has a pattern of threaded
holes (B) for mounting specimens. A motor (C)
drives the specimen table through a belt and
D H I
pulleys (D). (See Speed vs. Torque chart.) There
is a shaft position encoder (E) mounted on top of
the motor. The encoder can be used to count the Add-on Components
number of revolutions or cycles, record spindle
position, and control force vs. sample position. - Elevated Temperature Chamber up to 150ºC
The motor is cooled by a fan (F). Electrical - Humidity/Gases Chamber
connection (G) is made to the UMT-3 Testing - Custom Specimen Holders
Unit with a 4 pin round connector for the motor - Liquid/Grease Container
and a 25 pin DB connector for the encoder. A - Specimen Table Grounding Adapter
mounting plate (H) attaches to the mounting ring
on the base plate of the UMT-3 Testing Unit. Technical Specification
Eight counter-sunk holes (I) are provided for Model S33HE S35ME
bolts to secure the drive to the testing block. Speed Range 0.1 to 3000 rpm 0.1 to 5000 rpm
A centering tool is provided for alignment of the Maximum Load 1 kN (100 kg, 220 lbs) 600 N (60 kg, 125 lbs)
upper specimen with the center of the specimen

table.
Driver electronics for the drives are included in
the basic UMT-3 Testing Unit. These drives may - Pin on disc
be used with the UMT-2 system with the addition - Ball on disc
of a stand-alone driver electronics unit that - 4 - ball
interfaces with the UMT-2 system. - Disc on disc (flat on flat)

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Fast-Reciprocating Medium-Load Linear Drive
Models: R23M0, R23ME
F
B
Features
Linear motion
E
Adjustable stroke length
Variable frequency up to 20 Hz
A
Description
The Model R23M0 and R23ME drives
D
are designed to drive the lower test
specimen in a horizontal linear motion. C
Model R23ME has a shaft position
encoder, while Model R23M0 does not. A
motor (A) converts rotary motion to linear Add-on Components
motion by driving a connecting rod which
is attached to the precision linear stage - Elevated Temperature Chamber up to 150º C
(B). The length of the stroke can be - Humidity/Gases Chamber
adjusted with an allen wrench by - Liquid/Grease Container
loosening the locking screws (E) and
turning the adjusting screw. Threaded
holes (F) are provided on the top surface Typical Applications
of the stage for mounting the test
- Wear Tests
specimen. Electrical connection is made
- Fretting Tests
to the Testing Unit with a nine pin DB type
connector (C). A mounting plate (D)
attaches to the base plate of the Testing Technical Specification
Unit. Eight counter-sunk holes are Model with Encoder R23ME
provided for screws to secure the drive to Model w/o Encoder R23M0
the Testing Unit base plate. The stepper Stroke vs. Frequency 0.25" at 20 Hz, 1.0" at 5 Hz
motor is cooled by a fan . Maximum Load 250 N (25 kg, 55 lbs.)

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Frequency vs. Pulling Force Characteristics
Specimen Mounting Table Hole Layout

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Fast-Reciprocating High-Load Linear Drive
Model: R35HE A
Features
Linear motion
Lateral force sensors B
Description C
D
The Model R35HE drive is designed to
drive the lower test specimen in a E
horizontal linear motion. The drive
features integrated lateral force sensors
(A) for friction force measurement. A high-
torque motor converts rotational motion to
linear motion by driving a connecting rod
which is attached to the precision linear Add-on Components
stage. The length of the stroke can be - Elevated Temperature Chamber up to 150ºC
changed with an allen wrench by - Humidity/Gases Chamber
loosening the locking screws and turning - Liquid/Grease Container
the adjusting screw. Threaded holes (C)
are provided on the top surface of the
stage for mounting the test specimen.
Electrical connection is made to the Typical Applications
Testing Unit with a 25 pin DB type - Wear Tests
connector (E). A mounting plate (B) - Fretting Tests
attaches to the base plate of the Testing
Unit. Eight counter-sunk holes (D) are Technical Specification
provided for screws to secure the drive to
Model R35HE
the Testing Unit base plate. The motor is Stroke vs. Frequency 0.25" at 25 Hz, 1.0" at 10 Hz
cooled by a fan. Maximum Load 1,000 N (100 kg, 220 lbs.)

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Specimen Mounting Table Hole Layout

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Precision-Positioning Slow-Reciprocating High-Load Linear Drive
Models: L20HE
G H C
Features B
Y-Axis Positioning and Linear Motion

E
1 Micron Position Resolution
Description A
The Model R20HE drive is designed to D
drive the lower test specimen in a horizontal
linear motion. A five phase stepper motor
(A) converts rotational motion to linear
motion by driving the lead screw of a
precision linear stage (B). Threaded holes Related Components
(C) are provided on the top surface of the - Custom specimen holders
stage for mounting test specimens. An - Elevated temperature and humidity
optical encoder (D) provides position chambers
feedback. Electrical connection of the
motor is made to the Testing Unit with a
9-pin DB type connector (G). The encoder Typical Applications
connection is made with a 25-pin DB type - Ball/pin on flat
connector (H). A mounting plate (E) - Indentation
attaches to the base plate of the Testing - Scratch testing
Unit. Eight counter-sunk holes (F) are
Unit base plate. Technical Specification
When positioned at a 90º angle relative to Model L20HE
the upper Lateral Positioning and Sliding Maximum Lateral Travel 75 mm
Drive it serves as the y-axis of an x-y Position Resolution 1 micron
positioning combination. Speed Range 0.001 to 10 mm/sec
Maximum Load 1kN (100 kg, 220 lbs.)

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Precision-Positioning Medium-Reciprocating High-Load Linear Drive
Model: L25HE
C A
Features
Y-Axis Positioning and Linear Motion B
2 Microns Position Resolution
D E
Description H
The Model L25HE drive is designed to F
drive the lower test specimen in a horizontal
linear motion. A five phase stepper motor G
(A) drives the precision linear stage (B)
through a belt and pulleys (C). Threaded
holes (D) are provided on the top surface of Related Components
the stage for mounting test specimens. An - Custom specimen holders
optical encoder (E) provides position - Elevated temperature and humidity
feedback. Electrical connection of the chambers
motor is made to the Testing Unit with a
9-pin DB type connector (F). The encoder
connection is made with a 25-pin DB type Typical Applications
connector (G). A mounting plate (H) - Ball/pin on flat
attaches to the base plate of the Testing - Indentation
Unit. Eight counter-sunk holes are - Scratch testing
Unit base plate.
The drive is positioned at a 90º angle Technical Specification
relative to the upper Lateral Positioning and
Model L25HE
Sliding Drive, and hence serves as the y-
Maximum Lateral Travel 75 mm
axis of an x-y positioning combination. Position Resolution 2 microns
Speed Range 0.002 to 100 mm/sec
Maximum Load 1kN (100 kg, 220 lbs.)

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Medium-Load Block-On-Ring Drives

Models: B21M0, B21ME,
B24L0, B24LE, F
B
A
Features
Speeds from 0.1 to 4000 rpm J
C
Rotary motion about a horizontal axis

D
Clock-wise and counter clock-wise rotation E
Continuous, incremental and oscillating H

motion
I G
Description
The Block-On-Ring drive rotates the lower The motor is cooled with a fan (F). Electrical
test specimen about a horizontal axis. A connection is made to the Testing Unit with a
motor (A) drives a shaft and bearing 9 pin DB type connector (H). A mounting plate
assembly (B) through a belt and pulleys (I) attaches to the base plate of the Testing
(C). (See Speed vs. Torque chart.) Unit. Eight counter-sunk holes (G) are
The end of the shaft (D) can accommodate provided for screws to secure the drive to the
various adapters. Two interchangeable Testing Unit.
arbors are included, one has a tapered
cylinder, the other has a non-tapered
cylinder. (See Specimen Holder drawing.) Typical Applications
Drives with model numbers ending in “E” - Block on ring tests
have a shaft position encoder mounted on - Bearing tests
the motor. The encoder can be used to - Seals tests
count the number of revolutions or cycles, - Shaft tests
record spindle position, and control force
vs. sample position. Add-on Components
An optional liquid/grease container (E) can - Elevated Temperature Chamber up to 150ºC
be mounted so that the lower portion of the - Liquid/Grease Container for Block-On-Ring
ring is submerged in the liquid or grease. - Matched pair Block and Ring
Model With Encoder Speed Range Maximum Load
B21MO B21ME 0.1 to 1000 rpm 300 N (30 kg, 66 lbs.)
B24LO B24LE 0.1 to 4000 rpm 120 N (12 kg, 26 lbs.)

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B2 Drives for UMT-2 Systems
Specimen Holders

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High-Load Block-On-Ring Drives

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Models: B33HE, B35ME D
Features A
Rotary motion about a horizontal axis B
Continuous, incremental and oscillating E
motion
F
Lateral Force Sensors H
Description G
The Block-On-Ring drive rotates the lower ring is submerged in the liquid or grease. The
test specimen about a horizontal axis. The motor is cooled with a fan. Electrical
drive features integrated lateral force connection is made to the Testing Unit with a
sensors (A) for friction force 25 pin DB type connector (E). A mounting
measurement. A motor (B) drives a shaft plate (G) attaches to the base plate of the
and bearing assembly (C) through a belt Testing Unit. Eight counter-sunk holes (H) are
and pulleys. (See Speed vs. Torque chart.) provided for screws to secure the drive to the
The end of the shaft (D) can accommodate Testing Unit.
various adapters. Two interchangeable
arbors are included, one has a tapered Typical Applications
cylinder, the other has a non-tapered - Block on ring tests
cylinder. (See Specimen Holder drawing.) - Bearing tests
The drives have a shaft position encoder - Seals tests
mounted on the motor. The encoder can - Shaft tests
be used to count the number of revolutions
or cycles, record spindle position, and Add-on Components
control force vs. sample position. - Elevated Temperature Chamber up to 150ºC
An optional liquid/grease container (F) can - Liquid/Grease Container for Block-On-Ring
be mounted so that the lower portion of the - Matched pair Block and Ring
Model Speed Range Maximum Load
B33HE 0.1 to 3000 rpm 1,000 N (100 kg, 220 lbs.)
B35HE 0.1 to 5000 rpm 500 N (50 kg, 110 lbs.)

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B3 Drives for UMT-3 Systems
Specimen Holders

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X-Y Leveling Stationary Table
Model: TXY
Features
2 Axis Tilt Adjustment
Fine Resolution
500N Load Handling
Rugged Construction
Large Surface Area
X-Y Leveling Table shown with a Force/Load

Sensor mounted on top.
Description
The Leveling Table mounts to the base of which translates to approximately .01º of tilt.
the Testing Unit and is used to support the Large knobbed locking screws on both sides
lower test specimen. It has built-in of each axis hold the position of the table
micrometers to adjust the tilt in both x and y under heavy loading and lateral forces. The
directions. The micrometers allow for fine table has a top surface that is 6.5” x 5.75” to
alignment between upper and lower accommodate a force sensor and specimen
specimens. They have a resolution of .001” holding fixtures.

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Low Cost Stationary Specimen Table
Model: TSSIT
Features
500N Load Handling
Rugged Construction
Large Surface Area
Stationary Specimen Table Model TSSIT shown

mounted on the Testing Unit mounting ring with a
magnetic disk specimen mounted on top.
Description
The Stationary Specimen Table provides a Medium-Load Rotary Drive above the
stable platform to support a lower test removable rotary table. The table top of the
specimen for performing scratch and model TSSIT is made of Garalite which is an
indentation tests. It is used in place of a insulator. It has threaded inserts to
lower drive and attaches to the mounting accommodate specimen holding fixtures and
ring of the Testing Unit. It can also be spring contacts for ECR and ESR testing .
configured to mount on the frame of a
Holes for mounting fixtures or spring contacts for ECR

(4X) #4-40 UNC eq. spaced on 4.20” B.C.
5.40” diameter insulating table
Holes for mounting fixtures or spring contacts for ECR

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Large Specimen Table
Description
The Large Specimen Table has a diameter of standard table with 6 screws. The table has
5.685” and is used for specimens larger than a top surface that has threaded holes to
the 3.8” diameter of a standard specimen accommodate specimen holding fixtures
table on a lower rotary drive. It attaches to a including clamping caps for hard disks.
5.685” diameter
Holes for mounting to standard specimen table
(6X) .096” eq. spaced on 3.00: B.C.
(6X) 4-40 UNC eq. spaced on 3.87” B.C.

Large Specimen Table Hole Pattern
Centering Tool for Rotary Drives

Description
The Centering Tool for Rotary Drives is used to a suspension or sensor with a rigid
to align an upper specimen holder with the adapter. There are two types of the upper
center of rotation of a lower rotary drive. It has part. One type has a 0.13” shaft for FL/DFM
two parts: a lower part that is placed in a hole in force sensors as shown on the left below,
the center of the specimen table of a lower and the other type has a 0.5” shaft for DFH
rotary drive, and an upper part that is attached force sensors as shown on the right.
DFH Force Sensor

DFM Force Sensor Centering Tool Rigid Adapter
Centering Tool
AM30C391-1 AM30C391-2
Suspension
Centering Tool Centering Tool
Specimen Table M30B279A Specimen Table
M30B279A
Lower Rotary Drive Lower Rotary Drive
Centering Tool for FL/DFM Force Sensor using Suspension Centering Tool for DFH Force Sensor using Rigid Adapter
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Electrical Motor/Generator Brush Test Module

Model: E28L0
Features
Stationary brush on rotating commutator
Commutator speeds from 1 to 8000 rpm
Provision for in-situ contact resistance,

friction, brush wear and temperature
measurements and recording
Description
The Electrical Motor/Generator Brush Test
Module consists of an upper brush holder, a
block-on-ring type drive to rotate a
commutator, a lower brush holder, two fans to
cool the upper and lower brushes, and a third
fan to cool the drive motor. UMT Carriage
There are red and black wires for connecting
an external electrical current source to the
brush holders. The current path is into the red Friction/Load Sensor
wire, the upper brush (the test specimen), the
Upper Brush Holder
commutator, the lower brush, and out the
black wire. Current Source Connection
A blue wire connects to a small third brush, Upper Brush
located in the lower brush holder. The contact
resistance between the upper bush and the Commutator
commutator can be determined by measuring

Small Brush
the voltage between the red and blue wires. Voltage Monitor Connection
The upper brush holder has a hole for Current Source Return
Lower Brush
mounting an RTD temperature sensor to Lower Brush Holder
monitor the brush temperature.
The drive motor is powered through a 9 pin Block-on-Ring Type Drive
DB type connector which plugs into the
Testing Unit . The mounting plate of the drive
attaches to the base plate of the Testing Unit.
Technical Specifications Typical Applications

Spindle Speed Range 1 to 8000 rpm
Maximum Load 200 N (20 kg, 44 lbs.)
- Brush wear and contact resistance tests
Maximum Brush size 10mm x 10mm x 25mm

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Medium-Speed, Medium-Torque Rotary Drives
(Horizontal Axis, Radial Loading) for Cylindrical Specimens
H
A
Models: C21M0-S, C21M0-L I
Features C

F
Rotary motion about a horizontal axis

G
E D
Description B
The cylindrical specimen drives are
designed to rotate the lower cylindrical Add-on Components
specimen (roller, brush, etc. (A), not
included) about a horizontal axis. Model - Corrosion-resistant liquid collecting
C21M0-L can accommodate full-length pan (H)
brushes (up to 13.32” long). Model - Adapters for shorter brushes
C21M0-L can be used with small brushes
or brush coupons (up to 5” long). A five
phase stepper motor (B) drives the shaft Typical Applications
and bearing assembly through a belt and
pulleys (C). The motor is cooled by a fan - Cleaning brushes for discs or wafers
(D). Electrical connection is made to the - Rollers for texturing
Testing Unit with a 9 pin DB connector
(E). A mounting plate (F), with a circular
base, attaches to the base plate of the Technical Specification
Testing Unit. Eight counter-sunk holes
Model C21M0-S C21M0-L
(G) are provided to secure the drive to
Maximum Brush Length 13.32” 5”
the Testing Unit. Corrosion-resistant
Speed Range 0.1 to 1000 rpm 0.1 to 1000 rpm
waste liquid collecting pan with drainage Maximum Load 400 N (40 kg, 90 lbs.) 400 N (40 kg, 90 lbs.)
(H) is used to collect and drain the waste
liquid. Clamping knob (I) supports the
end of the cylindrical sample and
facilitates its removal and replacement.

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Model C21M0-L in test setup

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Fast-Reciprocating Low-Load Arcing Drive
Models: RA23L0, RA23LE D C
B
Features
Arcing motion
H
E
Description F
G
The Model RA23L0 and RA23LE drives
are designed to drive the lower test
specimen in a horizontal arcing motion.
Model RA23LE has a shaft position
encoder , while Model RA23L0 does not.
A motor (A) converts rotary motion into
arcing motion by driving a connecting rod
which is attached to the precision arcing
Add-on Components
stage (B). The length of the stroke can be - Temperature Chamber 5º to 75º C
changed with an allen wrench by - Humidity Chamber 5 to 95 %RH
loosening the locking screws (C) and
turning the adjusting screw (D).
Electrical connection is made to the Typical Applications
Testing Unit with a nine-pin DB-type
connector (E). A mounting plate (F) - Wear Tests
attaches to the base plate of the Testing - Fretting Tests
Unit. Eight counter-sunk holes (G) are - HDD Ramp Tests
provided for screws to secure the drive to
the Testing Unit base plate. The stepper Technical Specification
motor is cooled by a fan. The drive is Model with Encoder RA23LE
shown with an optional environmental Model w/o Encoder RA23LO
control chamber (H), which provides Stroke vs. Frequency 0.2" at 30 Hz, 1.0" at 10 Hz
temperature/humidity control. The Maximum Load 1 N (0.1 kg, 0.22 lb.)
heating element and temperature sensor
are located inside the chamber. The
chamber has an input port for inserting
gases or humidified air.
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High-Load Reciprocating Block-On-Ring Drive

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Model: B35MER F
Features A
B
Oscillating rotary motion about a horizontal E
axis up to 90 º.
Oscillating speeds from 0.01 to 20 Hz
Maximum load 1,000 N (100 kg, 22 lbs.)
Lateral Force Sensors G D
Description
The High Load Reciprocating Block-On-
Ring drive rotates the lower test specimen
in an oscillating motion about a horizontal
axis. A motor (B) drives a shaft and bearing B
assembly (C) through a connecting rod
(H). A screw adjustment on the motor shaft C
(I) sets the reciprocation arc length. A dial
(J) and a removable pointer (K) indicate
the arc length in degrees.
The drive features integrated lateral force
sensors (A) for friction force
measurement. The end of the shaft (D) can
accommodate various adapters. Two
interchangeable arbors are included, one J K H I
has a tapered cylinder, the other has a
non-tapered cylinder. (See Specimen Motor to Spindle coupling view
Holder drawing on the following page.)
The drive has a position encoder mounted Typical Applications
on the motor that can be used to count the
number of cycles. - Block on ring tests
The motor is cooled with a fan (F). - Bearing tests
Electrical connection to the Testing Unit is - Seals tests
made with a 25 pin DB type connector and - Shaft tests
a circular connector (E). A mounting plate
(G) attaches to the base plate of the Add-on Components
Testing Unit. Counter-sunk holes are - Elevated Temperature Chamber up to 150ºC
provided for screws to secure the drive to - Matched pair Block and Ring
the Testing Unit.

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Speed vs. Torque Characteristics
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2-Axis Friction/Load Sensor

(Ultra Low and Very Low Range)
Force Sensors
Models: FUL and FVL
Features
Friction Force Measurement
Normal Load Measurement
CETR proprietary design
Description
The Models FUL and FVL are 2-axis Typical Applications
Friction/Load Sensors which are used to - Ultra-low force ball-on-disk tests
simultaneously and independently - Friction, stiction, and wear tests on
measure friction force and normal load. magnetic media
Their primary use is for testing stiction and - Diamond stylus scratch tests
friction forces as well as wear between
surfaces such as heads and disks that are
used in computer disks drives. Coefficient
of friction is automatically calculated from Technical Specification
the normal load and friction force in the Model Range Resolution
UMT control software. Each axis of these FUL 0.1 to 10 mN (0.01 to 1 g) 1 µN (0.1 mg)
sensors has strain gages that compose a FVL 1.0 to 100 mN (0.1 to 10 g) 10 µN ( 1 mg)
balanced full bridge circuit. Our proprietary
design guaranties the highest degree of
precision and repeatability.
Add-on Components
The force sensors have a small square - Ultra-Low Stiffness Suspensions
strain pin that extends slightly from the - Mounting Extension Blocks
bottom. The strain pin has a threaded hole - Y axis Positioning Attachment
that accepts a screw for mounting an ultra- - Mounting Screws and Allen Wrench
low stiffness suspension such as a disk
drive head suspension. A mounting plate is
used to attach the sensor to the vertical
carriage of the Testing Unit. Four counter-
sunk holes are provided for bolts to secure
the sensor to the carriage.

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2-Axis Friction/Load Sensor (Low Range)

Model: FL
Force Sensors
Features
CETR proprietary design
Description
The Model FL is a 2 axis Friction/Load
Sensor used to measure friction force and Add-on Components
normal load simultaneously and - Suspension
independently. Coefficient of friction is - Specimens and Specimen holders
calculated automatically from these two - Mounting Extension Blocks
measurements in the UMT control software. - Y axis Positioning Attachment
Each axis of the sensor has strain gages
that compose a balanced full bridge circuit.
Our proprietary design guaranties the
highest degree of precision and
repeatability.
The FL force sensor has a small square - Pin on disc tests
hole in the bottom for mounting a - Ball on disc tests
suspension which is held in place by a set - Block on ring tests
screw. The sensor is attached to the vertical
carriage of the Testing Unit with four bolts.
Model Range Resolution
FL 5 to 500 mN (0.5 to 50 g) 50 µN (5 mg)

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Dual Friction/Load Sensors (Medium Range)

Models: DFM-0.5, DFM-1, DFM-2
Force Sensors
Features
CETR Proprietary Design
Dual Load Beams for High Stiffness
Description
The Models DFM-0.5, DFM-1 and DFM-2
are dual beam 2 axis Friction/Load
Sensors used to measure friction force
and normal load simultaneously and
independently. Coefficient of friction is
automatically calculated from these two
measurements in the UMT control
software. Each axis of the sensor is
composed of a balanced full bridge circuit. Typical Applications
Our proprietary design guaranties the - Pin on disc tests
highest degree of dependability. - Ball on disc tests
The sensor is attached to the vertical - 4-ball tests
carriage of the Testing Unit with four bolts. - Block on ring tests
The DFM series force sensors have a
plate with #4-40 UNC threaded holes for
mounting a specimen holder or a Technical Specification
suspension. Model Range Resolution
DFM-0.5 0.05 to 5 N (5 to 500 g) 0.25 mN ( 25 mg)
DFM-1 0.1 to 10 N (10 g to 1 kg) 0.5 mN ( 50 mg)
DFM-2 0.2 to 20 N (20 g to 2 kg) 1.0 mN ( 100 mg)
Add-on Components
- Suspensions and Specimen Holder Adapter
- Specimens and Specimen holders
- Mounting Extension Blocks
- Y axis Positioning Attachment
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Dual Friction/Load Sensors (High Range)

Models: DFH-5, DFH-10 , DFH-20, DFH-50, DFH-100
Force Sensors
Features
Dual Load Beams for High stiffness
Description
The Models DFH-5, DFH-10, DFH-20,
DFH-50 and DFH-100 are 2 axis
Friction/Load Sensors used to measure
friction force and normal load
simultaneously and independently.
Coefficient of friction is calculated
automatically from these two
measurements in the UMT control
software. Each axis of the sensor has
strain gages that compose a balanced full
bridge circuit. Our proprietary design
guaranties the highest degree of Add-on Components
precision and repeatability.
The DFH series of force sensors have a - Suspensions and Specimen Holder
plate with #4-40 UNC threaded holes for Adapters
mounting suspensions and specimen - Specimens and Specimen holders
holders. The sensor attaches to the - Mounting Extension Blocks
vertical carriage of the UMT Testing Unit - Y axis Positioning Attachment
with four bolts.
Typical Applications Model
DFH-5
Range Resolution
0.5 to 50 N (50 g to 5 kg) 2.5 mN (0.25 g)
- Pin on disc tests DFH-10 1 to 100 N (0.1 to 10 kg) 5 mN ( 0.5 g)
- Ball on disc tests DFH-20 2 to 200 N (0.2 to 20 kg) 10 mN ( 1.0 g)
- 4-ball tests DFH-50 5 to 500 N (0.5 to 50 kg) 25 mN ( 2.5 g)
- Block on ring tests DFH-100 1 to 1,000 N (0.1 to 100 kg) 50 mN ( 5.0 g)

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Single-Axis Torque Sensors

Models: TM-0.8, TM-1.5, TM-3, TM-6,
Force Sensors
TH-12, TH-25, TH-50, TH-100
Features
Torque Measurement around Vertical Axis
Accommodates Specimen Holders with

0.5” Shafts
Description
The Single-Axis Toque Sensor is used to
measure torque around the z axis (Tz). Four
counter-sunk holes are provided for screws
to secure the sensor under a DFH
friction/load sensor or under a suspension for Typical Applications
a DFH friction/load sensor. The sensor has a
rigid adapter to accept upper specimen - Disc on disc tests
holders that have 0.5” shafts. - Rolling/Sliding tests on Rotary Drives
The sensor is used with a DFH sensor which - 4-ball tests
provides load measurement and control. - Screw in nut tests

Model Max Torque Resolution - Suspensions
TM-0.8 0.17 N*m .0034 mN*m - Specimens and Specimen holders
TM-1.5 0.35 N*m .007 mN*m - Holders for disc-on-disc test mode
TM-3 0.7 N*m .014 mN*m - Mounting Extension Blocks
TM-6 1.4 N*m .028 mN*m
TH-12 2.8 N*m .056 mN*m
TH-25 5.7 N*m .114 mN*m
TH-50 11.3 N*m .226 mN*m
TH-100 22.6 N*m .452 mN*m

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6-Axis Torque/Force Sensors and Controller

Models: TFL, TFM, TFH-6, TFH-12, TFH-24, TFH-50, TFH-100
Force Sensors
Features
Torque Measurement
Description
The 6-Axis Toque/Force Sensors are used to Typical Applications
measure torque in the x, y, and z axises and force in - 4 Ball
the x, y, and z axises (Tx, Ty, Tz, Fx, Fy, Fz). The - Disc on disc (flat on flat)
Toque/Force Sensors have a plate with #4-40 UNC - Screw in nut
threaded holes for mounting suspensions and
specimen holders. The sensor attaches to the vertical Add-on Components
carriage of the UMT Testing Unit. Four counter-sunk - Suspensions
holes are provided for screws to secure the sensor to - Specimens and Specimen holders
the carriage. - Holders for disc-on-disc test mode
- Mounting Extension Blocks
Model Range Resolution
TFL-2 Torque: 0.6 to 125 N*mm 15 mN*mm
Load: 0.2 to 20 N (0.02 to 2 kg) 2.5 mN
Friction/Lateral Force: 0.1 to 10 N (0.01 to 1 kg) 1.2 mN
TFM-4 Torque: 1.2 to 250 N*mm 30 mN*mm
Load: 0.4 to 40 N (0.04 to 4 kg) 5 mN
TFH-6 Torque: 5 to 1000 N*mm 125 mN*mm
Load: 0.5 to 60 N (0.05 to 6 kg) 7.5 mN
Load: 1.5 to 120 N (0.15 to 12 kg) 15 mN
Friction/Lateral Force: 0.4 to 40 N (0.04 to 4 kg) 5 mN
Load: 2 to 240 N (0.2 to 24 kg) 30 mN
TFH-50 Torque: 50 to 10,000 N*mm 1.25 N*mm
Load: 5 to 580 N (0.5 to 58 kg) 65 mN
TFH-100 Torque: 100 to 20,000 N*mm 2.5 N*mm
Load: 10 to 1160 N (1.0 to 116 kg) 135 mN

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Hole pattern for mounting specimen holders

Force Sensors

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Force Sensor Mounting Extension Blocks
Force Sensor Mountings

Features
Lowers position of force sensor by
about 2”, 4” or 6”
Description
The Force Sensor Mounting Extension
Block mounts between the lateral
positioning stage and the force sensor for
the purpose of lowering the upper specimen
in the direction of the lower specimen. This
shifts the center of the range of travel
downward.
2” Mounting Extension Block (M30C366-1)
The blocks are available in two sizes, a 2”
extension and a 4” extension.
- Pin on disc tests
- Ball on disc tests
- 4-ball tests
- Block on ring tets
- Disc on disc (flat on flat) tests
- Screw in nut tests
Add-on Components
- Force Sensors
- Y-Direction Positioning Attachment
Model Dimensions
2” Mounting Extension Block 4”x 4” x 2” 4” Mounting Extension Block (M30C366-2)
4” Mounting Extension Block 4”x 4” x 4”

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Guide to Suspensions and Adapters for attaching

Upper Specimen Holders to Force Sensors
Description
There are several types of force sensors, suspensions, adapters and upper specimen
holders, The specimen holders can be divided into two groups - those with 0.13” square or
round shafts and those with 0.5” shafts. The chart below shows the relationship between the
different components.
For example, follow the column on the left side of the chart. The model FL sensor can
accept a suspension with a 0.13” square shaft. That suspension can accept any specimen
holder with a 0.13” square or round shaft. When no suspension is needed, the specimen
holder can attach directly to the sensor.
For another example, a model DFH sensor can accept a matching suspension with a
rigid adapter or it can accept the rigid adapter directly. That rigid adapter can accept any
specimen holder with a 0.5” shaft or a clamping adapter for smaller size shafts.

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Upper Specimen Suspensions and Rigid Adapters

for Force Sensors
Description
A suspension is a spring device which may be
installed between the force sensor and the
Suspension for sensor model FL
upper specimen holder. It compensates for
variations in the distance between the force
sensor and the surface of a moving lower
specimen when the lower specimen is not flat.
Rigid adapters are used to attach specimen
holders to sensors when suspensions are not
needed. See Guide to Suspensions and
Adapters.
Suspension for sensors model DFM
- Can be used for almost all
tests performed on the UMT
Add-on Components
- Upper Specimen Holders Suspension for sensors model DFH
- Upper Specimens
Technical Specification of Suspensions

Rigid Adapter for sensors model DFM
Used with Sensor Model Maximum Load Part Number
PN AM30B834B
FL 500 mN (50 g) AM30B163F-1
DFM-0.5 5N (500 g) AM30B825D-2
DFM-1 10 N (1 kg) AM30B825D-3
DFM-2 and TL-2 20 N (2 kg) AM30B825D-4
DFH-5 and TM-4 50 N (5 kg) AM30C417-1
DFH-10 and TH-6 100 N (10 kg) AM30C417-2
DFH-20 and TH-12 200 N ( 20 kg) AM30C417-3
DFH-50, TH-24, TH-50 500 N (50 kg) AM30C417-4
DFH-100 and TH-100 1000 N (100 kg) AM30C417-5
Rigid Adapter for sensors model DFH and

matching suspensions PN AM30B1181

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Clamping Adapters
Clamping Adapters allow the attachment of specimen
holders with small shafts to a Rigid Adapter that accepts a
0.5” shaft. See Guide to Suspensions and Adapters for
chart on how to use clamping adapters.
Clamping Adapters Part Number
Clamping Adapter for square shafts 0.13" x 0.13" M30B1036
Clamping Adapter for round shafts, diameter 0.13" M30B1165
Clamping Adapter for round shafts, diameter 0.25" M30B1166-1
Clamping Adapter for round shafts, diameter 6mm M30B1166-2

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Ultra Low Stiffness HGA Suspension and Rigid

Adapter for Model FUL and FVL Force Sensors
Features (Suspension)
High Compliance in Load Direction
0-3 Gram Range
Description
The Ultra Low Stiffness HGA Suspension is
an adaptation of the suspension used in
computer hard disk drives. It is intended for
use with the model FUL and FVL force
sensors on which it is mounted with one
screw. It can be used with the model FL Suspension AM30B485C
force sensor with the L-shaped adapter
mentioned below.
The Rigid Adapter has a threaded end that
screws into the model FVL force sensor. It is
not used with the model FUL force sensor
because of its weight.
Both the suspension and the Rigid Adapter
accept specimens with a 1 mm diameter
shaft.
Rigid Adapter AM30B688
Specimen
Used with Sensor
Device Type Maximum Load Mounting Hole Part Number
Model
Diameter
Suspension FUL and FVL 30 mN (3 g) 1 mm AM30B485C
Rigid Adapter FVL 100 mN (10 g) 1 mm AM30B688
- Pin on disc tests
- Diamond stylus scratch tests
Add-on Components
- Wrench and screws for HGA Suspensions (BM370011)
- L-shaped adapter for Ultra-low Stiffness HGA Suspension (M30B138) for FL sensor
- (5) Stainless Steel Dowel Pins, 1 mm diameter, 8 mm length, for pin-on-disc tests
- (5) Stainless Steel Tubes, 1 mm outer diameter and 0.5 mm inner diameter, to glue
balls onto them for ball-on-disc tests
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Advanced Additional Sensors/Channels

Humidity and Temperature
Measurement and Recording
Model: HT-100
Features
Humidity and Temperature Sensing in a single probe
0 to 100% Relative Humidity Measurement Range
-30 to 100º C Temperature Measurement Range
Description
The Humidity and Temperature Measurement
and Recording option measures the relative
humidity and temperature in the UMT Testing
Unit. It is composed of 2 data acquisition
channels, a signal conditioner which is
mounted in the enclosure on the vertical Humidity and Temperature Amplifier PCB
carriage and a cable with the humidity and
temperature sensor on one end. The sensor
can be placed anywhere within the sample area
of the UMT Testing Unit.
- Environmental Testing
Response
Humidity and Temperature Sensor Cable
Channel Range Accuracy
Time
Humidity 0 to 100% RH ±2.0% RH 25 Sec.
Temperature -30 to 100ºC ±0.4ºC 50 Sec.

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Advanced Additional Sensors-Channels

Temperature Measurement and Recording
Models: TMR-150, TMR-350, TMR-1000
Features
Low-drift, high accuracy
RTD or thermocouple temperature sensor input
Description
The Temperature Measurement and Typical Application
Recording option includes a temperature - Monitoring and recording the temperature
sensor and an amplifier that mounts inside of a specimen during testing
the signal conditioning box on the carriage
of the UMT. The output of the amplifier,
which is a calibrated voltage proportional Technical Specification
to the temperature at the sensor, is Model Range Sensor Model
connected to the UMT data acquisition TMR-150 -50º C to 150º C (-60º F to 300ºF) RTD-150
system for display, storage and analysis. TMR-350 0º C to 350º C (32º F to 660ºF) RTD-350
The sensor can be placed at any point of TMR-1000 0º C to 1000º C (32º F to 1830ºF) TC-1000
interest in the UMT Testing Unit.
Temperature Sensors
Models: RTD-150, RTD-350, TC-1000
Features
Platinum RTD for up to 350º C
High stability thermocouple for up to 1000º C
Description
The Platinum RTD Sensors are in stainless steel probes that are 5/16” in length and 3/32” in
diameter with three conductor cables. The thermocouple is type K with a ceramic bead
insulated element. The sensors have a 3’ cable that allows them to be placed anywhere within
the UMT Testing Unit. The sensors are intended for use with the above Temperature

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Contact Acoustic Emission Measurement
and Recording
Model: AE-5
Features
High Performance AE Sensor
High Frequency Response AE Sensor with cable
Wide Bandwidth Frequency response of CETR AE sensor
Normalized response, dB
Description
T h e C o n ta c t A c o u s t i c E m i s s i o n
Measurement and Recording option
includes a sensor and an amplifier. The
sensor can be attached to a specimen,
specimen holder or any other point of
interest. The amplifier mounts inside the
signal conditioning box on the UMT
carriage. The sensor cable connects to Raw output of CETR AE sensor with amplifier
the amplifier's input. The AE signal is
amplified and filtered. The filter is a plug-in
Normalized response, dB
module that can accommodate different

frequencies. The RMS value of the
amplified signal is converted to dc and
connects to the data acquisition system
for display, storage and analysis.
Upon request, a buffered output can be
provided that will drive a 50 Ohm coax to
an external device such as an
oscilloscope or a spectrum analyzer.
Typical Applications Technical Specification

- Vibration Analysis Sensor frequency 0.2MHz to 5 MHz
- Wear Monitoring AE amplifier gain 60 dB
- Scratch Monitoring Standard Filter 400 kHz 8-pole High pass
RMS output time 0.5 msec

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Electrical Contact or Surface Resistance
Models: ECR-0.5, ECR-1, ECR-1K, ECR-100K, ECR-1M
Features Data ECR Circuit Board +

Upper Specimen
Holder and Probe
Acquisition
Precision Current Source System
Voltage Current
Sense Source
Remote Sensing
-
Lower Specimen
Holder and Probe
Description
The Electrical Contact Resistance Measurement and
Recording option is used to measure the electrical
resistance in ohms between upper and lower
specimens or surface resistance between 2 points on
the lower specimen. It is composed of a data
acquisition channel, signal conditioner which is
mounted in the enclosure on the vertical carriage and a
cable for making connection to the specimens. The
choice of which model to use depends on the
conductivity or insulation characteristics of the test
specimens. Additional plug-in boards (ECRA) are
available in any range from the list below.
ECR cable
- Electric motor brushes
- Switch contacts
- Coatings
- Lubricants
Model Resistance Range
ECR-0.5 0.005 to 0.5 Ohm
ECR-1 0.010 to 1.0 Ohm Additional ECR or ESR Amplifier ECRA
ECR-1K 10 to 1000 Ohm
ECR-100K 1 kOhm to 100 kOhm
ECR-1M 10 kOhm to 1 MOhm

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ECR Probes and Contacts
Spring Contact with Carbide Point (AM30B1073A)

The Spring Contact with Carbide Point is used to make electrical
contact to a lower specimen. The carbide point can be placed on a
Spring Contact specific location such as a pad on a semiconductor wafer. Two spring
with Carbide Point contacts are used for surface resistance measurements between
AM30B1073A two points on the lower specimen. One spring contact is used for
ECR measurements with ECR-1K, ECR-100K, or ECR-1M.
BallProbe Holder (AM30B305)
This holder is used when measuring low contact resistance between
a 4mm ball and a conductive lower specimen. The holder made of
Solid Ball Holder gold plated brass to reduce resistance. The holder can be used for
AM30B305 sliding or penetrating tests. This holder should be used instead of
regular upper ball holders with ECR-0.5 or ECR-1.
Wire Probe Holder (AM30C135B)

This holder is used when measuring the very low contact resistance
of the point of contact between a wire upper specimen and a
conductive lower specimen such as a semiconductor wafer. Each
end of a loop of wire is clamped in the holder in contacts that are
insulated from each other. The constant current source is connected
between one end of the wire on the holder and a spring contact on the
lower specimen. The voltage sense is connected between the other
end of the wire and a second spring contact on the lower specimen.
Wire Probe Holder
AM30C135B
(See schematic on previous page.) This eliminates the resistance of
the probe and wire from the measurement of the resistance of the
contact between the wire specimen and the lower specimen.
Insulators for ECR
Insulating Disk (AM30B984)

The Insulating Disk is used to electrically isolate the upper specimen
from a model DFH force sensor. It is placed between the force
Insulating Disk sensor and the Rigid Adapter for model DFH sensors.
AM30B984
Insulating Plate for Reciprocating Drive (AM30B1274)

The Insulating Plate for Reciprocating Drives is used to electrically
isolate the lower specimen from specimen table of a reciprocating
Insulating Plate drive.
for Reciprocating Drive
AM30B1274

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Vertical Micro-Displacement Capacitance
Model: CAP-1 and CAP-2
Features
Non-contact measurement
Accuracy +/- 0.1 % Capacitance Probe
2 nanometer resolution (CAP-2)
Description
T h e Ve r t i c a l M i c r o - D i s p l a c e m e n t
Capacitance Measurement and Recording
system is composed of a capacitance
probe and a stand alone control unit. The
probe has an 8-foot cable which is
connected to the input of its control unit. Control Unit
The control unit may be placed next to or on
top of the UMT. The output of the control
unit is a voltage proportional to the Typical Applications
distance between the capacitance probe
and the surface being measured. It is - Indentation tests
connected to the data acquisition system of - High-resolution wear depth measurement
the UMT. The stand alone control unit
receives its power through a standard A/C
power cord.
Technical Specifications
Probe CAP-1 CAP-2
Linear Resolution 5 nm 2 nm
Accuracy 0.2 micron 0.1 micron
Range 0.25 mm 0.125 mm
Sensing Diameter 3.5 mm 2.5 mm
Cable Length 8 feet 8 feet
Power 120, 240 VAC, 40-440 Hz 120, 240 VAC, 40-440 Hz

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Diamond Stylus Holder with Capacitance Probe Target (AM30B688)

This holder is used with the model FVL force sensor. It has a threaded end
that screws into the sensor. It holds a diamond stylus with a 1mm shaft
and has a flat surface that serves as a target for a stationary up-facing
capacitance probe. The holder is used for tests in which the change in
vertical micro-displacement between the diamond stylus tip and a lower
specimen is measured with the capacitance probe.
Reference Plates for Capacitance Probe (M30B979-1 and -2)

Pin Holder The reference plate serves as a target for a stationary up-facing
Reference Plate
capacitance probe. It is a 1.25” diameter .06” thick stainless steel
M30B979-1 disk. The (-1) disk has a .250” ID, and the (-2) has a .130” ID. The
Diamond
Indenter
illustration shows an example where the reference plate is
mounted between a pin holder and a Rockwell diamond indenter
with a .25” shaft.
Up-Facing Capacitance Probe Holder (AM30B685)

This holder supports a capacitance probe in a stationary up- facing
position. It can be used with the diamond stylus holder or reference
plates listed above. It is installed on a specimen table of a lower drive
with a screw.

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Capacitance Probe Holder (AM30B1341) for 5/32” ball holder or 1/4” Pin
1 This capacitance probe holder is for applications in which the
capacitance probe uses the lower specimen as its reference.
It includes a 5/32” ball holder (AM30B1348) (1) and a clamp
(M30B1345) (2). The clamp can also be used on a 1/4” pin.
2 The pin requires either pin holder M30B534B for DFM force
sensors or pin holder AM30B264C-1 for DFH force sensors.
The ball holder AM30B1348 is for DFM force sensors.
Capacitance Probe Holder (AM30B1346) for 5/32” Ball holder or 1/4” Pin
1 This capacitance probe holder is for applications in which

the capacitance probe uses the top surface of a specimen
clamping knob (3) as its reference. It includes a 5/32” ball
2 holder (AM30B1348) (1), a clamp (M30B1347) (2), and the
3 specimen clamping knob (3). The clamp can also be used
on a 1/4” pin. The pin requires either pin holder M30B534B
for DFM force sensors or pin holder AM30B264C-1 for
DFH force sensors. The ball holder AM30B1348 is for
DFM force sensors.
1/4” Ball Holder with Capacitance Probe Holder (AM30B1541)
This combination ball holder (1), capacitance probe holder

1 (2) and reference plate (3) is for applications using the
liquid holder for rotary drives (AM30D359). In this
2 application the capacitance probe uses the reference plate
mounted to the stationary insert (4) of the liquid holder.
3 The ball holder holds a 1/4” (6.35 mm) diameter ball. It has
a 0.5” shaft that can be mounted to a force sensor model
4 DFH with a suspension or a rigid adapter.
3/8” Ball Holder with Capacitance Probe Holder (AM30B1701)

This combination ball holder (1), capacitance probe holder
(2) and reference plate (3) is for applications using the
1 liquid holder for rotary drives (AM30D359). In this
application the capacitance probe uses the reference plate
2 mounted to the stationary insert (4) of the liquid holder.
The ball holder holds a 3/8” (10 mm) diameter ball. It has a
3 0.5” shaft that can be mounted to a force sensor model
4 DFH with a suspension or a rigid adapter.

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Differential Capacitance Vertical Micro-
Displacement Measurement and Recording
Models: CAP-1D and CAP-2D

Features
Non-contact measurement
2
Accuracy +/- 0.1 %
1 7
0.025 micron resolution (CAP-2D)
5
Differential Probes eliminate positioning and 8
run-out errors with low-load sensors Differential Capacitance Probes
Description 3
9
The Differential Capacitance Vertical Micro- 4
Displacement Measurement and Recording
module for fine wear measurements. It has 2 10 2
capacitance probes (1 & 2), a stand alone
control unit (shown on page 2), a probe 7 5
mounting fixture (3,4,5,6) that is attached to
the force/load sensor base (9), and a 8 6
reference plate (7) which is mounted below
the suspension (10) and just above the 11
upper specimen ball holder (8).The probe Schematic Diagram 1
mounting fixture is attached to the sensor specimen surface and the reference plate (B
with a bracket (3) that supports a linear - A). Small changes or oscillations of the
stage (4). There are coarse adjustments (6) carriage effect both sensors equally and
for each probe to set them within their therefore cancel out. Likewise, run-out and
measurement ranges. The stage allows fine surface irregularities of the lower specimen
height adjustment of both probes by turning effect both probe equally and cancel out.
the knob (5). Wear between the upper and lower
One probe (1) senses the surface of the specimens effects the lower specimen
lower specimen (11). A second probe (2) probe output (1) but not the reference probe
senses the reference plate (7). The output (2) as long as the load remains
difference between the two probes constant.
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There are two models of the Differential

Capacitance Vertical Micro-Displacement
Measurement and Recording feature.
Model CAP-1D Has a greater range of
measurement (250 µm), while Model
CAP-2D has a greater resolution (0.02
µm). Both are intended for use with either
the Model FL sensor (50 g) or the Model
DFM-0.5 sensor (500 g).
Capacitance Probes
Control Unit
Typical Specification
Probe CAP-1 D CAP-2 D
Linear Resolution 5 nm 2 nm
Accuracy 0.2 micron 0.1 micron
Range 0.25 mm 0.125 mm
Sensing Diameter 3.5 mm 2.5 mm
Cable Length 8 feet 8 feet
Power 120, 240 VAC, 40-440 Hz 120, 240 VAC, 40-440 Hz

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Specimen Chambers and Controls

Elevated Temperature Chamber for Rotary Drives
Model: S150
Features
Elevated Temperature to 150º C
Controller resolution of 0.1ºC
RTD Temperature Sensor built-in
Software controllable
150ºC chamber on a rotary drive
Description Testing Applications

The elevated temperature chamber has an
- Pin on disc tests
exterior made of Teflon™ and can be easily
mounted on the rotary drive frame. The
chamber has an access slot on the top
cover to permit coupling of the upper test
specimen that is inside the chamber to the Technical Specification
friction/load sensor. The heating element
Chamber Model S150
and temperature sensor are located inside
the chamber. A cable connects the chamber Drive plus Chamber Model S2XXX-150
to the UMT Testing Unit. A computerized Temperature Range Up to 150º C
temperature controller uses the output of
the temperature sensor to precisely control
the chamber temperature. See the UMT
Basic System page of the catalog for model
numbers of the UMT that have a built-in
Add-on Components
temperature controller. Otherwise, a stand - Temperature Measurement and Recording
alone temperature controller must be used. when a second location for temperature
The temperature can be set in a test script, monitoring is desired.
and the measured temperature is - Liquid and grease container
continuously displayed and recorded.

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High-Temperature Chambers with Rotary Drives

Features
350ºC and 1000ºC Models
350ºC chamber on a rotary drive
Description
The 350º C and the 1000º C high-temperature
chambers are part of a drive/chamber
combination. They are mounted on the rotary drive
frame. A heating element and a temperature
sensor are located inside the chamber. A
computerized temperature controller uses the
output of the temperature sensor to precisely
control the chamber temperature. See the UMT
Basic System page of the catalog for model 1000ºC chamber on a rotary drive
temperature controller. Otherwise, a stand alone The chambers have an access slot on the top
temperature controller must be used. The cover to permit coupling of the upper test
temperature can be set in a test script, and the specimen that is inside the chamber to a
measured temperature is continuously displayed friction/load sensor. Both the chamber and the
and recorded. rotary drive have separate cables that connect
to the UMT.
The chambers have a metal exterior and an
insulated handle on the cover. Due to insulation In the table below the first part of the model
and cooling fans the external surface of the number corresponds to the model of the rotary
chamber is less that 100ºC when the interior of the drive. The last part of the number is the
chamber is at maximum temperature. maximum temperature of the chamber. The
last column is the UMT basic system that
Rotary Drive-Heating Chamber Max UMT System Type supports the rotary drive.
Chamber Model Temperature
S21ME-350 350º C UMT-2
S21M0-350 350º C UMT-2 Testing Applications
S25LE-350 350º C UMT-2 - Pin on disc tests
S25L0-350 350º C UMT-2
S33HE-350 350º C UMT-3
S35ME-350 350º C UMT-3
S21ME-1000 1000º C UMT-2 Add-on Components
S21M0-1000 1000º C UMT-2 - Temperature Measurement and Recording
S25LE-1000 1000º C UMT-2
S25L0-1000 1000º C UMT-2
when a second location for temperature
S33HE-1000 1000º C UMT-3 monitoring is desired
S35ME-1000 1000º C UMT-3

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Liquid Container and Specimen Table for the 350ºC Chamber
The 350º C high temperature chamber has a Top of chamber

container for holding liquids such as motor oil. Rotating bowl section
The container has two sections. The lower bowl Stationary section Disc specimen
section attaches to the spindle of the rotary drive 1.50”
and holds the lower test specimen (usually a
stainless steel disc) with a screw through its
center. The spinning action of the bowl forces the 0.26”
liquid in the bowl to the outer lip. From there the Disc thickness
liquid flows into the stationary upper section of 2.75”
the container where it pours back onto the lower Disc diameter
specimen. In this way the liquid is continuously Liquid Container for 350ºC Chamber
circulated over the lower specimen.
Top of chamber
The liquid container can hold a stainless steel
disc (PN M30B295B) which has a 2.75” diameter
and is 0.26” thick. The distance from the top of the
1.715”
chamber to the top of the disc is 1.5”.
The liquid container can be replaced by a

specimen table which has a 3.80” diameter. This
allows larger specimens to be dry tested in the 3.80”
chamber.
Specimen Table for 350ºC Chamber
Holes for mounting

table to spindle
Table diameter 3.80”
Threaded hole for
1/4-20 UNC screw
for mounting
specimen
0.442”
.094” dowel pin

Specimen Table for 350ºC Chamber

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Internal Dimensions of the 1000ºC Chamber
The 1000º C high temperature chamber has an inside diameter of 3”. The specimen table
holds a 2” diameter disc. Disc specimens that mount directly on the table should have a 0.25”
hole in the center for the sample hold-down bolt. They can have a maximum thickness of
0.45”.
Sample Holder for Square Specimens (AM30C836A)

This sample holder is placed over the specimen table. A
pin that extends from the bottom of the holder is inserted
into a hole in the specimen table to prevent slipping while
the table rotates. A pair of adjustable jaws holds the
square specimen by its opposite corners.
Specimens can be as large as 1.2” x 1.2” with a height
from .12” to .25”.
Sample Holder for Round Specimens with No Center Hole (AM30C842A)

This sample holder is bolted to the specimen table
through a hole in its center. A pin that extends from the
bottom of the holder is inserted into a hole in the specimen
table to prevent the holder from slipping while the table
rotates. A 2” diameter disc specimen with no center hole is
placed in a recess in the holder. A clamping screw is
pressed against the side of the specimen disc, forcing the
specimen against the opposite side of the recess.
Specimens height can be from .12” to .25”.

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Elevated Temperature Chamber for
Reciprocating Drives
Model: R150
Features
RTD Temperature Sensor built-in
150ºC chamber on a reciprocating drive
Description
The elevated temperature chamber has an Technical Specification
exterior made of Teflon™ and can be easily
mounted on the reciprocating drive frame. Chamber Model R150
The chamber has an access slot on the top Drive plus Chamber Model R23XX-150
cover to permit coupling of the upper test Temperature Range Up to 150º C
specimen that is inside the chamber to the
friction/load sensor. The heating element
and temperature sensor are located inside
the chamber. A cable connects the chamber
to the UMT Testing Unit. A computerized
Testing Applications
temperature controller uses the output of - Pin on flat tests
the temperature sensor to precisely control - Ball on flat tests
the chamber temperature. See the UMT
Basic System page of the catalog for model
temperature controller. Otherwise, a stand
alone temperature controller must be used.
Add-on Components
The temperature can be set in a test script, - Temperature Measurement and Recording
and the measured temperature is when a second location for temperature
continuously displayed and recorded. monitoring is desired.
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High Temperature Chambers with

Linear Reciprocating Drives
Features
350ºC and 1000ºC Models
Description
The 350º C and the 1000º C high temperature The chambers have a metal exterior and an
chambers are part of a drive/chamber insulated handle on the cover. Due to insulation
combination. They are mounted on the linear and cooling fans the external surface of the
reciprocating drive frame. A heating element and chamber is less that 100ºC when the interior of
a temperature sensor are located inside the the chamber is at maximum temperature. The
chamber. A computerized temperature controller chambers have an access slot on the top cover
uses the output of the temperature sensor to to permit coupling of the upper test specimen
precisely control the chamber temperature. See that is inside the chamber to a friction/load
the UMT Basic System page of the catalog for sensor. Both the chamber and the reciprocating
model numbers of the UMT that have a built-in drive have separate cables that connect to the
temperature controller. Otherwise, a stand alone UMT.
temperature controller must be used. The
temperature can be set in a test script, and the In the table below the first part of the model
measured temperature is continuously number corresponds to the model of the
displayed and recorded. reciprocating drive. The last part of the number
is the maximum temperature of the chamber.
The last column is the UMT basic system that
supports the reciprocating drive.
Reciprocating Drive- Chamber Max UMT System Type Testing Applications

Heating Chamber Temperature
- Pin on flat tests
Model - Ball on flat tests
R23ME-350 350º C UMT-2
- Piston ring on cylinder tests
R23M0-350 350º C UMT-2
R35HE-350 350º C UMT-3
Add-on Components
R23ME-1000 1000º C UMT-2
R23M0-1000 1000º C UMT-2
R35HE-1000 1000º C UMT-3
- Temperature Measurement and Recording
monitoring is desired.

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Elevated Temperature Chamber for
Block-On-Ring Drive
Model: B150
Features
150ºC chamber on a Block-on-Ring drive
Description Technical Specification

The elevated temperature chamber has an Chamber Model B150
exterior made of Teflon™ and can be easily Drive plus Chamber Model B2XXX-150
mounted on the block-on-ring drive frame. Temperature Range Up to 150º C
The chamber has an access slot in the top
of the cover to permit coupling of the upper Testing Applications
test specimen that is inside the chamber to
the friction/load sensor. The heating - Sliding wear tests
element and temperature sensor are - Reciprocating wear tests
located inside the chamber. A cable - Bearing and seals Test
connects the chamber to the UMT Testing
Unit. A computerized temperature controller Add-on Components
uses the output of the temperature sensor
to precisely control the chamber - Temperature Measurement and
temperature. See the UMT Basic System Recording when a second location for
page of the catalog for model numbers of temperature monitoring is desired.
the UMT that have a built-in temperature
controller. Otherwise, a stand alone - Liquid and grease container
temperature controller must be used. The
temperature can be set in a test script, and
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Stand Alone Temperature Controller for
Elevated Temperature Chamber
Models: TC-150, TC-350, TC-1000
Features
Temperature Range up to 150º C, 300º C and 1000º C
Self -diagnosis with Fault Indication
Description
The Stand Alone Temperature Controller is Add-on Components
intended for use with a heating chamber in a
UMT system that was purchased without a - Temperature Chambers for:
built-in temperature controller. It is Rotary Motion Drives
designed to be placed along side of the Reciprocation Motion Drives
UMT. It has a standard AC power cord and a Block-on-Ring Drives
cable that plugs into the UMT Testing Unit. - Temperature Measurement and Recording
The cable accepts the heating chamber's
temperature sensor output and provides
power to the heating element in the
c h a m b e r. A l l o p e r a t i o n s c a n b e
programmed from the front panel or the
UMT control software.
- Elevated temperature testing
Power 110 or 220 VAC, 50 - 400 Hz, 5 VA max.
Input RTD or thermocouple temperature sensor
Accuracy 0.1º F or C

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The UMT with Vacuum Chamber
Features
Airtight chamber
Removable front panel for easy access to
specimens
Vertical positioning and loading of upper
specimen
Lateral positioning and sliding of upper
Chamber Front Panel
specimen
Rotary positioning and sliding of lower
specimen
Description A
The UMT vacuum chamber option allows
testing of specimens under low pressure B
conditions as well as with gases. The picture
shows the UMT with the chamber front panel C
removed. The vertical carriage drive motor
is located inside the top cover (A). The D
instrumentation electronics are located in
the carriage (B). A shaft connects the F
carriage through an air tight bellows (C) to E
the inside of the chamber (E). The shaft
supports a lateral positioning drive (F) inside G
the chamber. A dual axis friction/load sensor
(G) is mounted on the lateral stage. Upper H
specimens may be attached to the sensor
J
directly or through a suspension . Lower
specimens are mounted on the rotary table I
(H).The rotary table is driven through an air
tight bearing (J) with a belt and pulley
connected to a motor. Electrical power and
instrumentation signals are transmitted
through air tight connectors (D) on the top of
the chamber. Ports (I) on the side of the
chamber allow for connection of a vacuum Technical Specification
line. An o-ring seals the chamber when the
front panel is in place. Four quick release Vacuum up to 10-5 torr
Maximum vertical travel 1.5"
fasteners allow for easy removal of the front Maximum lateral travel 2.0"
panel. A vacuum pump is optional, or it can Rotational speed 0.1 to 1000 rpm
be provided by the customer. Lower Specimen table size 3.8" dia.

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Primary Vacuum Pump

- The primary vacuum pump is used to
establish the preliminary pressure of 10-3 Torr.
Turbomolecular Vacuum Pump

- This secondary pump is used after the primary
pump to create the pressure of 10-5 Torr.
Vacuum Gauge
- Is used to monitor the pressure inside the

Vacuum Chamber

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Humidity/Gases Chamber with Rotary Drive
Features
Allows performing tribological and mechanical
testing at humidities from 0 to 100% RH and in
various gases
Optional built-in temperature and humidity

sensor
Description
The Humidity/Gases Chamber for Rotary Drive has
a polypropylene bowl that mounts below and around
the specimen table of a rotary drive. It has an input
port for inserting gases or humidified air into the
chamber. It has an exhaust port for purging the
chamber. A flexible plastic cover encloses the top of
the chamber. The lower edge of the cover is clamped
around the bowl with reusable tie-wraps. The upper
edge of the cover is clamped to an insulating disk,
which is between the upper specimen holder and
the force sensor. The flexible cover allows for vertical
and lateral movement of the upper specimen, while
protecting the force sensor from moisture and
gases. Both humidity and temperature can be
monitored with an optional sensor mounted in the
side of the bowl.
Z-Carriage
Force Sensor
Suspension
Upper Specimen Insulating Disk Flexible Cover
Holder
Input Port
6.70” Dia.
Humidity and Temperature
3.00” Sensor
Specimen
Table
Rotary Drive Baffle

Spindle
Exhaust Port

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Humidity Control Unit

Description
The Humidity Control Unit provides a flow of
humidified air to the Humidity/Gases
Chamber. It has a fitting on the rear panel to
connect to a stand-alone air compressor or to
house air. There is a flow regulator on the rear
panel to control the input air flow up to 30
SCFH (cubic feet per hour). The incoming air
passes through a filter and then is split into
two paths. One path goes through a dryer and
the other path goes through a humidifier.
There are separate flow regulators for dry and
wet air on the front panel. The dry and wet air
are fed through separate hoses and mixed at
the input port of the Humidity/Gases
Chamber.
The Humidity/Gsaes Chamber has a humidity
and temperature sensor connected to the
UMT data acquisition channels. Humidity is
controlled by monitoring the sensor output
and adjusting the ratio of moist air to dry air
with the flow controls on the front panel.
Chiller Control Unit

Description
The Chiller Control Unit provides specimen
cooling down to -20ºC. It uses the same
chamber as the 150ºC Elevated Temperature
and is controlled by the same temperature
controller. The chiller requires an external air
supply which flows through a heat exchanger
where it is cooled. The cooled air then passes
through a hose into the chamber via an
attachment that mounts to the chamber.

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Heated Vacuum Table

with Tall Cover for Flat Lower Specimens

Model: TSTV
Features
Holds specimens with vacuum
Two Piece Lid
Heats specimens up to 350ºC
Accommodates specimens up to 3.5” diameter Cover
Description Base
Vacuum Connection
The Heated Vacuum Table can hold a disc, wafer or
similar flat specimen on it with an externally supplied vacuum
to the black tube in the lower right of the photographs. There
are threaded holes in the table for mounting of specimens
without vacuum. See page 2 for the hole layout drawing.
Thin specimens can be heated up to 350º C. A heating
element and a temperature sensor are located inside the
table. A computerized temperature controller uses the output
Heated Vacuum Table on a
of the temperature sensor to precisely control the table Model R20HE Linear Drive
temperature. See the UMT Basic System page of the catalog
for model numbers of the UMT that have a built-in temperature
controller. Otherwise, a stand alone temperature controller
must be used. The temperature can be set in a test script, and
the measured temperature is continuously displayed and
recorded.
The Heated Vacuum Table has a base that contains
the vacuum chuck, heating element, temperature sensor, and
two fans that keep the outside of the base cool. It can be used
as a stationary table or mounted on a Model R20HE linear
drive as shown in the top photograph.
A cover with a clear window sits on the base. A two
piece Teflon lid provides a top of the cover. The two pieces of
the lid slide together after the upper and lower specimens are
Heated Vacuum Table
in place forming a 0.75” diameter hole for the upper specimen with cover removed
holder.
Add-on Components Testing Applications

- Temperature Measurement and Recording - wafers
when a second location for temperature - displays
monitoring is desired - magnetic and optical disks

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Vacuum chuck hole layout

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Liquid/Heating Cell

Features
Ambient to 40ºC
Description
The Liquid/Heating Cell can be used in
biomedical tests to raise the temperature
of small specimens to 37ºC (body
temperature). The cell can be mounted on
a stationary table, or a linear or
reciprocating lower drive on a UMT or AM30D466
Apex test system. It can also be mounted
on a friction/load sensor that is mounted
on a stationary table. Specimens up to 1.5
inches in diameter and 0.8 inches in
height can be accommodated. The cell
can hold 25 ml of liquid such as saline
solution in its stainless steel heating
chamber.
- Micro and Nano Indentation
- Scratch Resistance
- Wear
Add-on Components
- Temperature Measurement and Recording
monitoring is desired.

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Upper Specimen and Specimen Holders

Upper Specimens and Specimen Holders
Ball Holders
Ball holders are used for ball on disc and ball on one,
two or three ball tests. A ball holder can be mounted to
a force sensor, a suspension, a Clamping Adapter or a
Rigid Adapter. Each holder holds one diameter size
ball. Standard sizes are as follows:
Holders for Balls with Diameters of: Part Number

12.7mm (1/2") for Sensor model DFH (0.5" shaft) AM30B1035
9.5mm (3/8") for Sensor models FL and DFM (0.13" shaft) AM30B310C
9.5mm (3/8") for Sensor models DFH (0.5" shaft) AM30B1047
6.3mm (1/4") for Sensor model DFM (0.13" shaft) AM30B470C
5mm (1/5") for Sensor model DFM (0.13" shaft) AM30B948
4mm (5/32") for Sensor models FL and DFM (0.13" shaft) AM30B271B
3mm ( .118" ) for Sensor model DFM (0.13" shaft) AM30B947
1.6mm (1/16") for Sensor models FL and DFM (0.13" shaft) AM30B276B
Ball Specimens Q-ty Part Number
440-C Stainless Steel Balls, Dia. 1/2" (12.7 mm), Hardness RC 62 Pkg. 100 BM110024
302 Stainless Steel Balls, Dia. 1/2" (12.7mm), Hardness RC 39 Pkg. 100 BM110022
302 Stainless Steel Balls, Dia. 1/4" (6.3 mm), Hardness RC 39 Pkg. 100 BM110051
Chrome Steel Balls, Dia. 0.5" (12.7 mm), Hardness RC 63 Pkg. 50 BM110023
Chrome Steel Balls, Dia. 1/4" (6.3 mm), Hardness RC 63 Pkg. 100 BM110052
Brass Balls, Dia. 1/4" (6.3 mm), Hardness RB 81 Pkg. 100 BM110053
Brass Balls, Dia. 5/32" (4.0 mm), Hardness RB 81 Pkg. 100 BM110010
Copper Balls, Dia. 1/16" (1.6 mm), Hardness RB 50 Pkg. 100 BM110011
Sapphire Balls, Dia. 3/8" (9.5 mm), Hardness 9 Mohs (vs: Diamond 10 Mohs) Pkg. 3 BM110021
Tungsten Carbide Balls, Dia. 1/2" (12.7 mm), Hardness RA 92 Pkg. 5 BM110054
Teflon Balls, Dia. 3/8" (9.5 mm) Pkg. 100 BM110034
Delrin Balls, Dia. 3/8" (9.5 mm) Pkg. 200 BM110031
Polypropelene Balls, Dia. 3/8" (9.5 mm) Pkg. 250 BM110028

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Pin Holders for Pins
These Pin Holders hold a ¼” (6.25mm) diameter pin vertically.
Pin holders can be used to hold other items with the same
diameter. The AM30B264 Pin Holder has a 0.5” shaft that can
be mounted to a force sensor model DFH with a suspension or
AM30B264 a rigid adapter. The M30B534 Pin Holder has a 0.13” diameter
shaft and can be mounted to force sensors model FL and DFM
with a suspension or a rigid adapter.
M30B534 Pins 416 Stainless Steel, Dia. 0.25" (6.3mm) Part Number
Length 0.75" (18.8mm) Hardness RC 38 Pkg. of 2 BM280042
Length 1.0" (25mm) Hardness RC 38 Pkg. of 2 BM280039
Diamond Indenters
All three types of Diamond Indenters have a 0.25” shaft that fits
either of the above two pin holders. These indenters can be
used for Rockwell, Vickers, and Knoop hardness tests.
Diamond Indenters Part Number

Rockwell (A, D, N), conical 120º angle, tip radius 200 µm, shaft dia. 0.25" BM372011
Vickers, pyramid, 136º angle between opposite faces, shaft dia. 0.25" BM372022
Knoop, elongated pyramid, 7:1 ratio between long and short diagonals, shaft dia. 0.25" BM372023
Diamond Stylus Holder (M30B1122)

The Diamond Stylus holder accepts a diamond stylus with a 1
mm diameter shaft. The diamond stylus is used for scratch tests.
The holder has a 0.13” shaft that can be mounted to a force
sensor model FL or DFM with a suspension, or a rigid adapter.
Diamond Stylus Part Number

Tip radius 12.5 micron, shaft diameter 1 mm BM372014
Tip radius 5 micron, shaft diameter 1 mm BM372012
Tip radius 2.5 micron, shaft diameter 1 mm BM372013
Micro-Cutting Blade Holder (AM30B387)

This Micro-Cutting Blade holder holds a triangular cutting blade
at 90º to the lower specimen. Tungsten carbide blades have
cutting tips on all three corners. When one tip is worn the blade
can be rotated to a fresh tip. Composite diamond blades have a
cutting tip only at one corner. The holder has a 0.13” square shaft
that can be mounted to a force sensor model FL or DFM with a
suspension or a rigid adapter. (Holder shown with a mounted
blade and a separate blade.)
Micro-Cutting Blades Part Number
Tungsten Carbide, Tip Radius 0.4 mm BM372005
Composite Diamond, Tip Radius 0.4 mm BM372006
Composite Diamond, Tip Radius 0.8 mm BM372007
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Light-Duty Blade Holder with Angular Scale (AM30C295)
This Micro-Cutting Blade holder has adjustable tilt with an
angular scale for holding the blade at an angle to the lower
specimen. It has a 0.13” square shaft that can be mounted
to a force sensor model DFM with a rigid adapter.
Heavy Duty Blade Holder with Angular Scale (AM30C296)
This blade holder is used for high load scrape testing. The
holder mounts directly to the vertical carriage rather than to
a sensor or suspension. In this application the lower
specimen is attached to a force/load sensor.
Flat Specimen Self-Leveling Holders and Adapter

The self-leveling ball-joint holders are used when upper
and lower specimens have flat surfaces that must be kept
in compliance. It insures that an even pressure will be
applied between the upper and lower specimens.
Holder for use with Model FL and DFM Sensors

(AM30C159B)
This holder has a shaft with a 0.13” square end for
mounting to a low or medium range force sensor with a
AM30C159B matching suspension, or a rigid adapter.
Holder for use with Model DFH Sensors (AM30B745)

This holder has a 0.25” diameter shaft that fits into either
Clamping Adapter PN M30B1166-1 or Pin Holder PN
AM30B264 for mounting to a high range force sensor with
a matching suspension or a rigid adapter.
AM30B745
Adapter for Disc-On-Disc Tests (M30B1123)
This adapter is used with the above holder PN
AM30B745. It attaches to the holder with three screws. It
has a 1/4” threaded hole in the center for mounting disc
specimens for disc-on-disk tests.
M30B1123

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Arbor with Magnet Flange (for upper Rotary Drive) (AM30B590A)

The Arbor with Magnet Flange is used to adapt an

upper rotary drive to accept holders and suspensions
that mate with a magnetic flange.
Block Holder (AM30B1126)

The Block Holder holds the block for a block-on-ring test.
It has a 0.5” shaft that can be mounted to a force sensor
model DFH with a matching suspension or a rigid
adapter. A block is not rigidly clamped in the holder to
allow for self-aligning. A cylindrical pin 5/8” long and 1/4”
in diameter can be used instead of a block.
Block Specimen Part Number
Block, 5/8"x 3/8"x 1/4" Package of 5 M30B538
Pins 416 Stainless Steel, Dia. 0.25" (6.3mm) Part Number
Length 0.5" (12.7mm), Hardness RC 38, Pkg. of 2 BM280041
Cylinder Holders
These holders hold a cylinder with a diameter of 0.4” (10
mm) horizontally. They are normally used for cross
cylinder tests where the lower specimen is a cylinder held
at an angle on a reciprocating drive. Holder M30B398 can
be mounted to force sensors model FL and DFM with a
matching suspension or a rigid adapter. Holder M30B398
can be mounted to force sensor model DFH with a rigid
M30B398 M30D252 adapter or a suspension with a rigid adapter.
Cylinder Part Number

Alloy Steel Pin, Dia. 0.4" (10mm) x 0.5" lg., Hardness RC60 Pkg. of 20 BM280043
Piston Ring Holder (AM30B928B)

The Piston Ring Holder holds a small segment of a piston
ring as shown at left. It is used for wear tests where the
piston ring segment is the upper specimen, and the lower
specimen is a segment of a matching cylinder liner
(shown at lower left) that is mounted on a reciprocating
drive. This arrangement simulates the interaction
between a piston ring and a cylinder liner in an engine or
a compressor. The holder can be mounted to a force
sensor model DFH with a rigid adapter.

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High Temperature Ball Holders for 1000º C
These ball holders are for use with the 1000ºC temperature
chamber. They have a long hollow shaft that extends into the
chamber. The hollow shaft restricts the heat transfer from the ball
specimen to the force sensor. The sensor is further protected from
the high temperature by a heat sink mounted between the holder
and the sensor. The heat sink is included with the 1000º C
temperature chamber and mounts to a DFH force sensor.
High Temperature Holders for Balls with Diameters of: Part Number
4mm (5/32") for Sensor models DFH AM30C484A
9.5mm (3/8") for Sensor models DFH AM30C490A
High Temperature Pin Holder for 1000º C (AM30C491)

This pin holder is for use with the 1000ºC temperature chamber. It
has a long hollow shaft that extends into the chamber while
restricting the heat transfer from the pin specimen to the force
sensor. The sensor is further protected from the high temperature
by a heat sink mounted between the holder and the sensor. The
heat sink is included with the 1000º C temperature chamber and
mounts to a DFH force sensor.
This holder does not accommodate regular cylindrical test pins.
Pin Specimen for High Temperature Holder Part Number
6mm (.236") Mushroom Pin M30C478A
High Temperature Pin Holder for 350º C (AM30B147A)

has a long shaft that extends into the chamber. Heat transfer from
the pin specimen to the force sensor is restricted by a hollow tube
segment of the shaft . This pin holder holds a ¼” (6.25mm) diameter
pin vertically. It has a 0.5” shaft that can be mounted to a force
sensor model DFH with a suspension or a rigid adapter.
This holder accommodates regular cylindrical test pins. (See table
on page 2)
High Temperature Ball Holder for 350º C (AM30B148A)

has a long shaft that extends into the chamber. Heat transfer from
the pin specimen to the force sensor is restricted by a hollow tube
segment of the shaft . This ball holder holds a ¼” (6.25mm) diameter
ball. It has a 0.5” shaft that can be mounted to a force sensor model
DFH with a suspension or a rigid adapter.

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Blade/Scraper Holder (AM30C995)

The Blade/Scraper Holder is used in applications which

measure the force required to remove a thick coating or dirt
or particales by scraping. The Blade/Scraper Holder has a
mounting block that attaches directly to a force/load sensor
with two screws as illustrated on the left. The block has a 45º
and a 30º angled surface for attaching either a razor blade
Blade/Scraper Holder mounted on a holder or a plastic scraper with single knurled thumb screw.
force sensor with a razor blade The razor blade holder holds an industrial-grade single-
holder at a 45º angle.
edge razor blade. It is shown in the top illustration attached
to the block’s 45º mounting position. The lower illustration
shows the plastic scraper attached to the block’s 30º
mounting position.
Blade/Scraper Holder mounted on a

force sensor with a plastic scraper at
a 30º angle.
Blade Holder PN M30B1842
Scraper PN M30B1841

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Lower Specimens and Specimen Holders
Lower Specimens and Specimen Holders

Stainless Steel Discs
These stainless steel discs are used as the lower specimen
for pin on disc and ball on disc testing. They mount on the
specimen table of a lower Rotary Drive.
Stainless Steel Discs Part Number
SS Disc Dia. 2", thk. 0.15" M30B244C
SS Disc Dia. 4", thk. 0.25" M30B245D
SS Disc Dia. 2.75", thk. 0.26", for use in Liquid/Grease Container M30B295B
SS Disc Dia. 2", thk. 0.31", for disk on disk testing M30B585B
Stainless Steel Plates

These stainless steel plates are used as the lower specimen
for pin on flat and ball on flat testing. They mount in the
Liquid/Grease Container of a lower Reciprocating Drive.
Stainless Steel Plates Part Number
Flat Plate, 1.7"x1.7", thk. 0.125" AM30B430A
Flat Plate, 1.7"x2.65", thk. 0.17" M30C400B
Lapping Discs with Alumina Abrasives and Polyester Back

These discs are used for lapping a specimen that is held
in an upper specimen holder. They mount on the
specimen table of a lower Rotary Motion Drive
Lapping Discs Part Number

Dia. 2 7/8” (75mm), 0.3 micron particles Package of 10 BM251001
Dia. 2 7/8” (75mm), 3.0 micron particles Package of 10 BM251014
Block-on-Ring Specimens
The ring is the lower specimen and mounts on a tapered
arbor which is connected to the shaft of the Block-on-
Ring Drive. The block is the upper specimen for Block-
on-Ring testing. It is held by a block holder part number
AM30B1126 which mounts to a suspension or to a force
sensor. Matched pairs of blocks and rings are available.
Block-on-Ring Specimens Part Number
Ring , dia. 1 3/8”, thk. ¼” Package of 5 BM121007
Block 5/8”x 3/8”x ¼” Package of 5 M30B538
Lower Specimen Holder for Cylinder Dia. 0.4” (10 mm) (M30B400A)
This holder is used for crossed-cylinder testing. The
holder mounts on the specimen table of a Reciprocating
Motion Drive and holds a 0.4” diameter cylinder. The
upper cylinder for crossed-cylinder testing is held at an
angle to the lower cylinder by a cylinder holder part
number M30B398A or M30D252.
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Lower Specimen and Specimen Holders
Three Ball Holder for 4-Ball Test Mode
Description
This holder accommodates three 0.5” dia. balls
as the lower specimens of a 4 ball test per ASTM
D4172-94. An Upper Ball Holder for a 0.5” dia.
Ball is required (see Ball Holders). The holder
mounts on the specimen table of a Lower Rotary
Drive.
(AM30B528)
Disc Clamping Holder for Rotary Drive
Description
This holder accommodates a specimen disc
with a diameter from 1” to 2.5” with a thickness
up to 0.25”. It can also hold an irregularly
shaped lower specimen with a comparable
geometry. The holder clamps the specimen at its
outer edge and does not require a hole in the
specimen for mounting. The holder mounts on
the specimen table of any Lower Rotary Drive.
(AM30C535)
2.50”
1.00”
3.80”

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Variable Rolling-to-Sliding Fixture
Specialized Holders and Specimens

Description
The Variable Rolling-to-Sliding Fixture is a bearing
assembly inside a liquid holder that is mounted on the
specimen table of a UMT Lower Rotary Drive, as in the
photo on the right. The drawing on the lower right shows
the components of the fixture. The bearing assembly
consists of a loading plate, an upper disk, a lower disk, a
bearing cage or separator, and either 3 short rollers, 3
long rollers, or 3 balls. The rollers or balls are held at a
120 º angle from each other by the bearing cage which is
supported by a small bearing assembly. The loading
plate transfers a load to the bearing assembly.
The lower disk rotates with the liquid holder. The upper AM30C786A
disk and the loading plate are held stationary by the (on Rotary Drive)
applied load. The load is applied by the UMT carriage
equipped with a 6D force sensor, and a self-leveling
holder.
The self leveling holder and adapter are centered over
the loading plate of the fixture. The carriage is lowered to
apply the load, which keeps the upper raceway disk from
rotating. The 6D sensor’s Fz output provides feedback
for controlling the applied load, and its Tz output is the
measured torque when the drive is rotating.
The bearing cage (red) allows the bearing assembly to
be configured in 4 different ways.
1. 0% Sliding: When the 3 balls are used in the 3 round
openings in the cage, they roll between the upper and
lower disks without sliding. This is because they are
each contacting the disks at a single point on a single
radius. The balls roll at the same rate as the linear
velocity of that single radius.
2. 15% Sliding: When the 3 short rollers are used in the 3
short rectangular radial openings in the cage, they roll
and slide between the upper and lower disks. They slide
because the rollers are each contacting the disks along a
straight line and the radius of the disks change
continuously from one end of the line to the other. The
rollers can only rotate at one speed but the linear velocity
of the disks is different at every point along the line of
contact. The difference between the linear velocity of the
disks at one end of the roller and the linear velocity of the
disks at the other end of the roller determines the
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3. 35% Sliding: When the 3 long rollers are used in the 3 long rectangular radial
openings in the cage, the percent of sliding to rolling is greater than with the short
rollers. This is because the difference between the linear velocity of the disks at
one end of the roller and the linear velocity of the disks at the other end of the roller
is greater.
4. 65% Sliding: When the 3 long rollers are used in the 3 long rectangular slanted
openings in the cage, the percent of sliding to rolling is greater than with the long
rollers in the radial openings. Not only is there a difference in the linear velocities of
the disks from one end of the roller to the other, but the angle of the roller to the
direction of the rotating disks increases the percentage of sliding. The greater the
angle of the roller from the radial position the greater the sliding. For example, at
90º there would be no rolling at all.
Consumable Parts
Disks, Rollers, and Balls Qty Part Number
STEEL DISK, OD 2-1/2” 2 BM124011
LONG ROLLER, 3/16" Dia. 3 BM280060
SHORT ROLLER, 3/16" Dia. 3 BM280138
BALL, 3/16" Dia. 3 BM110041

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Magnetic Media Holders
Models: Floppy Disk Holder, Hard Disk Holders
Description
The Floppy Disk Holder is a lower specimen
table for use with a rotational drive. It
supports a 3.25” floppy disk with a metal hub.
A magnetic clamp holds the hub in place.
Floppy Disk Holder AM30C119
The Hard Disk Holder is a clamping cap for
mounting a hard disk on the lower specimen
table of a rotational drive or a stationary Clamping Cap for Disk 1.8”
specimen table. Clamping caps are available M30B128B
in five sizes to match the clamping area
Clamping Cap for Disk 2.5”
specified for the disks in the five common M30B129B
sizes of hard disk drive. The clamping cap for
0.85” disks includes a chuck that mounts on
the specimen table. Clamping Cap for Disk 3.5”
The stationary specimen table shown below M30C049B
has a steel center plate with a pattern of
threaded holes that match all the clamping
caps. It has an insulated outer ring of Garalite Clamping Cap
for attaching spring contacts for ECR testing. for Disk 5.25”
M30C050B
Chuck with
Clamping Cap
for Disk 0.85”
AM30B1210
- Stiction/Friction Tests
- Wear Tests
- Pin-on-Disc
Stationary Specimen Table Model TSSIR
- Ball-on-Disc
- HGA-on-Disc

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Electrical Surface Impedance
In-Vivo Skin Studies

Model: EI-1M
Features
0 to 1 MOhm Range
Description
The Impedance Measurement and Recording
option measures the electrical impedance of soft Impedance Probe with Suspension
conductive surfaces such as skin. It is composed
of a data acquisition channel, a signal
conditioning board which is mounted in the
enclosure on the vertical carriage, a cable and a
coaxial probe on a suspension. The probe tip
material is brass and Nylon. A 10 kHz alternating
current source is applied between the center
conductor and the outer ring of the probe. The Typical Applications
resultant voltage is scaled to indicate impedance
in ohms. Currents and voltages are small and - Skin testing
safe under all conditions from short circuit to - Skin beauty care products testing
open circuit. A spring suspension allows the
probe to maintain uniform contact over uneven
surfaces. The Impedance Measurement and
Recording option should be used with the model Add-on Components
DFM-0.5 (5N) Force Sensor.
- Arm Support for In-Vivo Skin Studies
Impedance Range - 0 to 1 MOhm
Measurement Area - 0.125 Square Inches (0.4” Diameter)
Excitation - Constant Amplitude Sinusoid Current Source
Frequency - 10 KHz
Short Circuit Current - 10 µAmps Max @ 0 Volts
Open Circuit Voltage - 10 VAC Max @ 0 Amps

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Arm Support for In-Vivo Skin Studies
In-vivo Skin Studies

Model: ARPG
Features
Comfortable positioning of a human
Extension Fixture
arm for in-vivo skin testing
Improved measurement repeatability
Description Slotted Platen
The Arm Support for In-Vivo Skin Studies

supports an arm in the proper position for Arm Rest
making in-vivo friction and electrical impedance
measurements. It consists of four parts:
Support Plate
- an arm rest holds the arm still and
comfortable during testing. It can be adjusted
to level the area of the skin under test. Arm Rest and Positioning Guide
- a slotted platen attaches to the arm with velcro

straps. Its purpose is to hold the skin flat in the
slotted test area. A bubble level on the platen
aides in adjusting the arm rest.
- a support plate covers the base of the UMT

Testing Unit and provides a stable surface for
placing the arm rest in a convenient position.
- an extension fixture supports the friction/load

sensor with a probe so that it can be moved
forward to be positioned above the arm rest.
- Skin moisture testing in-vivo Arm in test position
- Skin beauty care products testing in-vivo

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Pull Test Wire Holders (AM30C757)
Description
These holders are used in testing the tensile strength of
wire-like materials in pull tests on the UMT. They feature a
large radius contact area to avoid tight bends that could
weaken the wire. The wire is first wrapped around the
outside of a ring and then is passed through an opening to
the inside where it is clamped against the inside wall of the
ring by an eccentric cam.
The upper holder mounts directly to a dual beam
friction/load force sensor. The lower holder can be mounted
on a linear stage, a reciprocating drive, or a stationary
specimen table.
The maximum wire diameter is 0.125” with no minimum.
The minimum length of wire required for holding is 12”.
AM30C757
Tension and Compression Test Specimen Holders (AM30D420)

Description
These holders are used for tension and compression tests
on the UMT. Each end of a flat specimen are held in a vise
like clamp. The specimen can be a dog-bone shape, or
have holes matching the dimensions in the clamp shown
below. The photo on the right shows the upper holder
mounted on a 100kg friction/load sensor, and the lower
holder mounted on a stationary table.

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Hair Tress or Fabric Holder for Sledge Friction Testing

Features
Holds hair tress or fabric flat on a rigid surface
Mounts on linear motion lower drive
Description
The Hair Tress or Fabric Holder for Sledge Friction
Testing consists of a baseplate (1) with two hinged
clamps (2) for holding the ends of a hair tress or
fabric specimen(3). Each clamp is tightened AM30C726A
against the tress with a thumbscrew (5). The
clamps are self-leveling due to a pivot (6) in their
centers. This provides for an even pressure
across the width of the tress. The baseplate has
four countersunk holes (7) for bolts which are used 6 5
to mount it to a linear motion lower drive.
The clamps can hold tresses up to 2” wide. The
distance between the clamps is 4.35”, so the 4
minimum length of hair tresses is about 6”. The
baseplate has four additional threaded holes for
mounting the lower holder of the Cross Hair 2
Friction Test Holders, which is shown on the 7
following page.
Counterpart
A Flat Specimen Self-Leveling Holder (4)
(AM30C159B) is used to hold a square or round
counter surface such as silicon. The holder can 1
mount either to a suspension or directly to a model
DFM friction load sensor.
3
- Sledge friction tests of hair or fabric

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Hair Tress or Fabric Holder for Stiffness (Elasticity) Test

Features
Holds hair tress or fabric elevated above flat surface
Mounts on linear motion lower drive
Description
The Hair Tress or Fabric Holder for Stiffness
(Elasticity) Testing consists of the Hair Tress or
Fabric Holder for Sledge Friction Testing and two
additional hinged clamps (8) which are elevated AM30C726A
10 mm above the baseplate. Each clamp is
tightened against the tress with a thumbscrew.
The clamps are self-leveling due to a pivot in their
centers. This provides for an even pressure
across the width of the tress.
Counterpart
9
An Upper Specimen (9) such as a cylinder is used
to press on the hair tress or fabric. The holder can
mount either to a suspension or directly to a model 8
load sensor.
- Stiffness (Elasticity) tests of hair or fabric

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Cross-Hair or Surgical-Sutures Friction Test Holders

Features
Consistent tensioning from specimen to
specimen
90º, 45º, and 22.5º angles between specimens
and sliding motion
Description
The Cross-Hair or Surgical-Suture Friction Test
Holders are a pair of clamping and tensioning
fixtures for holding two wire-like specimens for the
purpose of measuring friction when they are
rubbed against each other. The upper holder
mounts to either a suspension or directly to a AM30B1618
friction/load sensor. The lower holder mounts on
the Hair Tress Holder (AM30C726A) shown on 1 2 3 4 5
the previous page or on the linear motion drive.
The clamping and tensioning mechanisms of both
upper and lower holders are identical.
The wire (3) is clamped (1) at the ends of the
holder. A groove (2) in the holder near each clamp
keeps the wire (3) aligned with the holder. One
end of the holder is hinged (8) to allow releasing
the tension while installing and removing the wire.
Screw adjustments control the amount of tension
(4) and release (5) for consistent tensioning from
specimen to specimen.
Each holder mounts on a base (6) that has a set of 6 7 8
holes (7) for orienting the holder at 1 of 3 different
angles relative to the motion of the reciprocating
drive. The simplified drawing shows the holders at
90º to each other. When they are orientated so
that the motion of the drive is in the direction of the
red arrow the sliding distance on each wire will be
the same. When they are orientated so that the
motion of the drive is in the direction of the black
arrow the sliding distance on the lower wire will be
the length of the stroke, while the sliding distance
on the upper tress will be zero.
- Friction and wear tests of fibers, wires,
surgical sutures, and hair care products.

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Magnetic Media Holders
Models: Floppy Disk Holder, Hard Disk Holders
Description
The Floppy Disk Holder is a lower specimen
table for use with a rotational drive. It
supports a 3.25” floppy disk with a metal hub.
A magnetic clamp holds the hub in place.
Floppy Disk Holder AM30C119
The Hard Disk Holder is a clamping cap for
mounting a hard disk on the lower specimen
table of a rotational drive or a stationary Clamping Cap for Disk 1.8”
specimen table. Clamping caps are available M30B128B
in five sizes to match the clamping area
Clamping Cap for Disk 2.5”
specified for the disks in the five common M30B129B
sizes of hard disk drive. The clamping cap for
0.85” disks includes a chuck that mounts on
the specimen table. Clamping Cap for Disk 3.5”
The stationary specimen table shown below M30C049B
has a steel center plate with a pattern of
threaded holes that match all the clamping
caps. It has an insulated outer ring of Garalite Clamping Cap
for attaching spring contacts for ECR testing. for Disk 5.25”
M30C050B
Chuck with
Clamping Cap
for Disk 0.85”
AM30B1210
- Stiction/Friction Tests
- Wear Tests
- Pin-on-Disc
Stationary Specimen Table Model TSSIR
- Ball-on-Disc
- HGA-on-Disc

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Variable Sliding-to-Rolling Fixtures for Reciprocating Drives

Features
A
Sliding-to-rolling in a linear oscillating motion G E F
C
Fixtures for 2-roller, 3-roller, and 4-ball
configurations
B
Adjustable sliding-to-rolling ratio from 0 to 1

D
Description
The Variable Sliding-to-Rolling Fixtures for G
Reciprocating Drives are bearing assemblies inside
a liquid holder that is mounted on the specimen E
table of a UMT Lower Reciprocating Drive. The
drawings on the right show the components of the C
fixture. The bearing assembly consists of an upper
disk(A), one of three bearing cages or separators B
(B), rollers or balls (C), a lower disk (D), and a lower
disk holder (E). The upper disk is loaded with an
upper pin or ball holder (F) (shown for reference
only) against the rollers or balls with the testing
unit’s servo- controlled carriage. The rollers or balls 3-Roller Bearing Cage
rest on the lower disk and are separated with the
bearing cage. The lower disk (D) rests in the lower
disk holder (E), which has pins protruding from the
bottom that fit into groves of the liquid holder (G) to
keep it in place during the reciprocating motion. 2-Roller Bearing Cage
Each bearing cage has a pair of slotted holes for
screws to fasten it to the lower disk holder. The slots
allow varying the sliding to rolling ratio.
The 3-roller bearing cage has an opening for three 4-Ball Bearing Cage
1/8” diameter rollers plus an additional space that is
0.075” long. When the bearing cage is mounted so
that the rollers are at 90º to reciprocating motion,
and the stroke length of the reciprocating drive is
adjusted to 0.075”, the rollers will roll without sliding.
When the angle of the cage is changed away from
Lower Disk Holder
the 90º setting, the rollers will both roll and slide.
Reducing the angle increases the sliding to rolling
ratio; the angle can be adjusted from 0º to 90º.

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The 2-roller bearing cage has two openings. Each opening is for one 1/8” diameter
roller plus an additional space that is 0.075” long. When the bearing cage is
mounted so that the rollers are at 90º to reciprocating motion, and the stroke length
of the reciprocating drive is adjusted to 0.075”, the rollers will roll without sliding.
When the angle of the cage is changed away from the 90º setting the rollers will
both roll and slide. Reducing the angle increases the sliding to rolling ratio; the
angle can be adjusted from 0º to 90º.
The 4-ball bearing cage has four holes for four 1/8” diameter balls. In this case,
there will always be rolling without sliding, no matter what angle the cage is
mounted.
Roller Angle vs. Sliding-to-Rolling Ratio

Angle Ratio
60º 0.5
65º 0.42
70º 0.34
75º 0.26
80º 0.17
85º 0.09
90º 0
Consumable Parts
Disks, Rollers, and Balls Qty Part Number
UPPER DISK, 0.7” DIA., SST 440C 1 M30C776A
LOWER DISK, 0.7” DIA., SST 440C 1 M30C775
ROLLER, 1/8” DIA., 3/8” LENGTH, SST 416. 2 or 3 BM280003
BALL, 1/8” Dia., SST 440C, RC 62 4 BM110004

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Optical Microscope with Digital Camera System
Optical Microscope
Features
Magnification 550X
Digital Images Real Time Viewing
Capture live motion or single frames
Description
Microscope with mirror bracket
The Optical Microscope with Digital Camera
for PNI AFM head
System includes a microscope- camera, a
video electronics board, and supporting
software. The microscope- camera can be
mounted to the z-carriage of the UMT on an
extension block, or it can be mounted with an
atomic force microscope. Different mounting
brackets are needed when used with AFM
heads to achieve the proper viewing angle.
The software allows real-time viewing,

capture and retrieval of live motion up to 30
frames per second as well as single frames.
Microscope with NT-MDT AFM head
- Specimen positioning on
specific micro-areas
- Viewing and recording the
interactions of upper and
lower specimens in-situ

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Scanning Probe Microscope with NT-MDT Head
Nano-Test Modules
Features
Scans 50 by 50 by 3 micron
Atomic Force Microscopy
Lateral Force Mapping
Adhesion Force Mapping
Phase Imaging
Contact and Semi-contact (Non-contact,

Close-contact) Modes NT-MDT Head with Optical Microscope
and Digital Camera
Magnetic Force Microscopy
Description
The scanning probe microscope consists of
a measuring head, an electronic module, an
interface card and software for control and
data capture and processing. The
measuring head contains a three-
dimensional scanner with a probe holder
and a laser-optic system for probe
deflection detection. The head is mounted
on the UMT carriage with the Fast Exchange
Force Sensor/AFM Head Fixture.
Positioning the probe over the area of
interest is accomplished using the UMT x, y,
and z motions. The Optical Microscope with
Digital Camera option is used to locate the Typical Applications
probe at the start of the scanning area.
- Imaging of surface area

- Sample Size - from micro meter to 6 inches - Optical Microscope with Digital Camera
- Scanner - 50x50x3 micron System
- Scanning Step Resolution - 0.006 nm
- Scanner Type - Piezoelectric

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AFM Probes for NT-MDT AFM System

Nano-Test Modules
Silicon based beam deflection cantilevers for contact, non-contact (tapping), and
Magnetic Force Microscopy. Each probe tip is characterized by the application mode,
tip length, force constant, and resonant frequency. All tips have Al reflex coating on the
detector side.
Mode Length, µm Force Constant, N/m Res. Frequency, kHz Tip Radius, nm
Contact 450 0.2 13 < 10
Non-contact (tapping) 125 40 300 < 10
Magnetic Force Microscopy 225 3 75 < 60

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Scanning Probe Microscope with PNI Head
Nano-Test Modules
Features
Phase Imaging
Contact and Semi-contact (Non-

contact, Close-contact) Modes
PNI AFM Measuring Head
Description
Digital Camera option is used to locate the
- Scanner - 80x80x5 micron
Add-on Components
- Scanning Step Resolution - 0.1 nm - Optical Microscope with Digital
- Scanner Type - Piezoelectric Camera System
- Sample Size - from micrometer to 6 inches

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Premounted AFM Probes for PNI AFM System

Nano-Test Modules
Magnetic Force Microscopy modes. Convenient mounting on stainless steel tabs
allows for quick and easy replacement of probes. Each probe tip is characterized by
the application mode, tip length, force constant, and resonant frequency. All tips have
Al reflex coating on the detector side.
Contact 450 0.2 13 < 10
Magnetic Force Microscopy 225 2.8 75 < 50

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Scanning Probe Microscope with Ambios Head
Nano-Test Modules
Features
Phase Imaging
Magnetic Force Microscopy
Contact and Semi-contact (Non-

contact, Close-contact) Modes
Description Ambios AFM Head with Optical

Microscope and Digital Camera
- Scanner - 200x200x16 micron
Add-on Components
- Scanning Step Resolution - 0.03 nm - Optical Microscope with Digital
- Scanner Type - Piezoelectric Camera System
- Sample Size - from micrometer to 6 inches

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Premounted AFM Probes for Ambios AFM System

Nano-Test Modules
Magnetic Force Microscopy modes. Convenient mounting on stainless steel tabs
allows for quick and easy replacement of probes. Each probe tip is characterized by
the application mode, tip length, force constant, and resonant frequency. All tips have
Al reflex coating on the detector side.
Contact 450 0.2 13 < 10
Magnetic Force Microscopy 225 2.8 75 < 50

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Nano-indentation Head
Scanning Probe Microscopes

Model: NH-1
Features
Load Resolution of 0.4 nN
Loads up to 0.4 N
Displacement Resolution of 0.14 nm
Maximum Indentation of 300 micron
Description
The NanoHead has a voice coil actuator for
applying a precise load to an indenter, and a
capacitive sensor to measure the displacement.
The NanoHead includes a signal conditioning
unit. When it is installed on the Testing Unit
carriage, the UMT becomes a precision nano-
indenting system. The UMT x, y, and z stages are
used to position the NanoHead over the sample
area of interest. The Optical Microscope with
indenter over the target. Machine is calibrated
and performs according to the ISO 14577.
Loading-unloading curves taken on the
fused quartz sample.
Force Ranges: 400 mN, 100 mN, and 10 mN
Force noise floor: < 0.8 µN (peak-to-peak)
Displacement Ranges: 200 µm, 100 µm, 10 µm, 1 µm
Displacement noise floor: <1 nm (peak-to-peak)
Measured mechanical properties

hardness, reduced elastic modulus,
Wear resistance, fracture toughness Indenter tip approaching a sample
Related Components Typical Applications

- Berkovich Nano-indenter - thin coatings
- Cube Corner Nano-indenter - MEMS/NEMS
- Conical Nano-indenter - polymers
- Fast-Exchange Force Sensor/AFM Head Fixture - biomaterials
- Optical Microscope with Digital Camera System

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Diamond Tipped Nano-indenting Probes

Each probe tip is characterized for area function in accordance with the ISO 14577-2-
2002. They are mounted on an indenter holder that has a 0-80 UNF threaded shaft for
attaching to the Nano-indentation Head.
Berkovich Indenter Tip Radius: 35 - 55 nm AM32A030B-1

Cube-corner Indenter Tip Radius: 35 - 55 nm AM32A030B-2
Spherical Tipped Conical Indenter Cone angle: 120º, tip radius: 2.5 micron AM32A030B-3

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Nano-indentation Head
Model: NH-2
Nano-Test Modules
Features
Load Resolution of 0.1 µN
Loads up to 0.5 N
Displacement Resolution of 0.03 nm
Maximum Indentation of 200 micron
Description
The NanoHead has a voice coil actuator for
applying a precise load to an indenter, and a
capacitive sensor to measure the displacement.
The NanoHead includes a signal conditioning
unit. When it is installed on the Testing Unit
carriage, the UMT becomes a precision nano-
indenting system. The UMT x, y, and z stages are
used to position the NanoHead over the sample
area of interest. The Optical Microscope with
indenter over the target. Machine is calibrated
and performs according to the ISO 14577.
Loading-unloading curves taken on the
fused quartz sample.
Force Ranges: 500 mN, 50 mN, and 5 mN
Force noise floor < 0.8 µN (peak-to-peak)
Displacement Ranges: 200 µm, 100 µm, 10 µm, 1 µm
Displacement noise floor: < 1 nm (peak-to-peak)
Measured mechanical properties

Hardness, reduced elastic modulus,
Wear resistance, fracture toughness Indenter tip approaching a sample
Related Components Typical Applications

- Berkovich Nano-indenter - thin coatings
- Cube Corner Nano-indenter - MEMS/NEMS
- Conical Nano-indenter - polymers
- Fast-Exchange Force Sensor/AFM Head Fixture - biomaterials
- Optical Microscope with Digital Camera System

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Diamond Tipped Nano-indenting Probes

Nano-Test Modules
Each probe tip is characterized for area function in accordance with the ISO 14577-2-
2002. They are mounted on an indenter holder that has a 0-80 UNF threaded shaft for
attaching to the Nano-indentation Head.
Indenter Type Description Part Number

Berkovich Indenter Tip Radius: 30 - 50 nm AM32A030B-1
Cube-corner Indenter Tip Radius: 30 - 50 nm AM32A030B-2
Spherical Tipped-Conical Indenter Cone angle: 120 º, tip radius: 0.5 - 1 micron AM32A030B-3

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Acoustic & Thermal Isolation Enclosure

Models: IE-1, IE-2
Nano-Test Modules
Features
Reduces noise during nano-scale
experiments
Stabilizes Thermal Environment
Model IE-1 Includes a base and four

casters for easy transportation
Description
IE-1
The acoustic and thermal isolation enclosure
has been specifically designed to reduce effects
of external noise and vibrations, as well as to
stabilize the thermal environment during nano-
scale experiments. The enclosure is made from
high-performance noise-absorbing and thermo-
insulating materials. The enclosure door is held
firmly by four latches. It is equipped with a port
for passing cables to equipment inside the
enclosure.
The high-end model IE-1 has an impressive
appearance, its heavy weight contributes to the
isolation properties. Its four casters allow the
enclosure to be easily moved, and five threaded
levelers provide a stable base for the enclosure.
The floor below the enclosure should be properly IE-2
supported.
The low-cost model IE-2 provides an affordable
enclosure solution. Typical Applications
- with UNMT-1
Technical Specification Related Components

Model Dimensions Weight Window Dimensions
IE-1 66" x 46" x 30" 500 lbs. 12"x12"
- Minus-K Bench-Top Vibration-isolation
IE-2 44" x 32" x 32" 100 lbs. 12"x12" Platform

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Scanning 3-D Stylus Profilometer
Model: PR-3D
Features
3-D scanning with real-time optical imaging
Adjustable scan range 10 x 10 x 10 to 500 x 500 x 500

microns,
Software controllable stylus force, 0.1 to 100 mg
Description
The Scanning 3-D Stylus Profilometer consists
of a measuring head, a controller module, and
software for control and data capture and
processing. The measuring head contains a 3-D Profiler Controller with Scan Head
closed-loop piezo x-y scanner with a stylus Mounted on UMT-L
holder and a full time color CCD camera. The
head is mounted directly on the UMT carriage in
a UMT-L system or with the Fast Exchange
Force Sensor/Prolifilometer Head Fixture on a
UMT-M system. Positioning the probe over the
area o interest is accomplished using the UMT
x, y, and z motions.
- Scan Range
From 10µm x 10µm x 10µm , up to 500um x
500µm x 500µm Typical Applications
- Vertical Resolution
0.1nm with fine range - Imaging of surface area
0.01um with coarse range
- Vertical Dynamic Range
10 um with fine range
500 µm with coarse range
- Stylus Loading Force
0.1mg to 100mg SW settable

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Optical Microscope and Camera for UMT-L System
Optical Microscope
Features
Revolving head with 3 optical objectives
Digital Images Real Time Viewing
Capture live motion or single frames
Description
The Optical Microscope and Camera for
UMT-L0 System includes a microscope-
camera, a video electronics board, and
supporting software. The microscope-
camera can be mounted to the z-carriage of
the UMT-L0 or it can be mounted with an
atomic force microscope or 3-D Profiler.
The Microscope has a revolving head which
comes with 3 objectives for 3 ranges of Microscope on UMT-L System
magnification. There is a place for a fourth with 3D Profiler Head
objective.
The software allows real-time viewing,
capture and retrieval of live motion up to 30
frames per second as well as single frames.
- Specimen positioning on specific
micro-areas
- Micro and Nano indentation
- Micro and Nano scratch Microscope Image

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Liquid/Grease Container for Rotary Drives at Low Speed
Liquid Accessories
Description
This Liquid/Grease Container (1) mounts on the
specimen table of a Rotary Drive. It has a lip which
extends inward to prevent liquid from spilling during
rotation. It is intended for use with high viscosity
liquids at low speeds where the liquid will not easily
migrate outward from the center. The test specimen M30C660
(2) is held in place at the bottom of the container 1
with a #6-32 screw (3) through its center. There is a 2.80”
pin (4) that fits into a hole in a standard steel disk to
prevent the disk from slipping. The container 2 0.56”
accommodates 2.75” or smaller disks with a center
hole of 0.25” and an off center hole for the pin. This
container is included in the 150 º C heating chamber 3 4
for rotary drives. Liquid Capacity: min 3-4 ml, max 10-15 ml
Liquid/Grease Container for Rotary Drives at High Speed

Description
This Liquid/Grease Container is used with lower
viscosity liquids at high speeds. It has 2 parts. The
lower rotating bowl (2) mounts on the specimen
table of a Rotary Drive. It has a lip at its outer hall
which curves inward to prevent liquid from spilling
during high speed rotation. The upper insert (1) is
stationary. As liquid accumulates against the outer
hall of the bowl, it flows into the insert. From there it
drains back onto the center of the test specimen.
There is a slotted opening in the insert that allows
for the upper specimen and specimen holder to AM30D159
access the lower test specimen (3). The lower test
specimen is held in place in the bowl with a #6-32
screw (4) through its center. There is a pin (5) that 1
fits into a hole in a standard steel disk to prevent
the disk from slipping. The container 2
accommodates 2.75” or smaller disks with a center 3 0.26”
hole of 0.25” and an off center hole for the pin. The
insert rests either on a stationary lip in a heating 4
2.75” 5
chamber or a separate support when used with an
ambient rotary drive. This container is included in
the 150 º C and 350º C heating chambers for rotary Liquid Capacity: min 3-4 ml, max 10-15 ml
drives.

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Liquid/Grease Container for UMT-2 Reciprocating Drives

Description
Liquid Accessories
This Liquid/Grease Container mounts on the

specimen table of a UMT-2 Reciprocating Drive.
The underside of the cover has flexible veins at
both ends that reduce splashing of the liquid.
Specimens such as Stainless Steel Plate
M30C400B can be held in place on the bottom of
the container with screws. Specimens such as
stainless steel plate AM30B430A can be held in
place on the bottom of the container with pins that AM30C167C
extend from the plate into groves in the bottom of
the container. When operated without the cover 4 X #2-56 UNC X .100 DP
adjustable clamps are provided to hold the test

specimen in place at the bottom of the container.
The clamps are slotted to allow the flow of liquid 1.75”
1.00”
while preventing splashing and spilling.
.375”
Inside dimensions: 2.75” Long, 1.75” Wide, 0.7” .225” 2.25”

Deep 2.75”
Cover opening dimensions: 1.75” Long, 1.35”

Wide
Liquid Capacity: min 3-4 ml, max 8-10 ml
Liquid/Grease Container for UMT-3 Reciprocating Drives

This Liquid/Grease Container mounts on the
specimen table of a UMT-3 Reciprocating Drive.
The underside of the cover has flexible veins at
both ends that reduce splashing of the liquid.
Specimens such as stainless steel plate
AM30B1584A-1 can be held in place on the bottom
of the container with pins that extend from the plate
into groves in the bottom of the container. When AM30C625A
operated without the cover adjustable clamps are
provided to hold the test specimen in place at the 3.33”
1.44”
1.69”
bottom of the container.
Inside dimensions: 3.33” Long, 1.746” Wide, 0.72” 0.878”

0.543” Deep 1.45”
1.746”
Cover opening dimensions: 2.33” Long, 1.50”

Wide
Liquid Capacity: min 3-4 ml, max 15-20 ml
3.04”

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Liquid/Grease Container for Block-on-Ring Drives
Liquid Accessories
Description
These Liquid/Grease Containers mount
below the shaft of the Block-on-Ring drive so
that the ring specimen is immersed in liquid or
grease as it rotates.
Liquid/Grease Container M30C207B-2 is for

ambient temperature Block-on-Ring drives.
Inside dimensions: 1.4” radius, 2.45” long

Liquid Capacity: min 25 ml, max 100 ml
M30C207B-2
Liquid/Grease Container M30B441C is for

Block-on-Ring drives with 150ºC elevated
temperature chambers. It is smaller than
M30C207B-2.
Inside dimensions: 0.85” radius, 1.10” long

Liquid Capacity: min 4 ml, max 15-20 ml
M30B441C

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Variable-Flow Peristaltic Pump
Liquid Accessories
Description
The Variable-Flow Peristaltic Pump delivers a
precisely controlled flow of liquid such as slurry
to a specimen located above a waste liquid
collecting pan. The flow rate is set by a knob on
the front panel. Up to two pumps can be
plugged into AC outlets* on the rear panel of
the UMT Testing Unit. These outlets are
individually turned on and off under program
control.
Technical Specification * The program controlled outlets

Number of Rollers 2 feature is factory installed when pumps
Speed Range 8 to 228 RPM
Flow Rates Tubing I.D. Rate
are purchased with the UMT system. It
1/16" 1.7-48 ml/min is not field upgradeable.
1/8" 7-190 ml/min
Accuracy 10%
Power 115 VAC @ 60Hz
or
220 VAC @ 50 Hz
Programmable Variable-Flow Peristaltic Pump

Description
The Programmable Variable-Flow Peristaltic
Pump delivers a precisely controlled flow of
liquid such as slurry to a specimen located
above a waste liquid collecting pan. The flow
rate can be set by either the front panel
controls or program control**. Up to two pumps
can be independently controlled by the UMT
software. The pump plugs into a standard wall
AC outlet. Input AC voltage is automatically
selected.
Number of Rollers 3
Speed Range 10 to 600 RPM
Flow Rates Tubing I.D. Rate
1/16" 2.2 to 130 ml/min ** The program control feature is
1/8" 8 to 480 ml/min factory installed when pumps are
Accuracy <1% purchased with the UMT system. It is
Power 115 VAC @ 50 / 60Hz
and
not field upgradeable.
220 VAC @ 50-60 Hz

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Corrosion-Resistant Waste Liquid Collecting

Pans with Drainage for Rotary Drives
Liquid Accessories
Description
The liquid collecting pans are made of corrosion-
resistant polypropylene. The pans are used with a
lower specimen rotary drive. The AM30D135B pan
can accommodate discs up to six inches in
diameter. The AM30B1373 pan can accommodate
discs up to four inches in diameter and allows for
lateral movement of the upper specimen along the
X-direction. Liquid can be fed from above onto the
disc. The waste liquid is then collected in the pan
and drained via the drain hole at the lower left in the
picture. The drain is connected to a (AM30D135B)
½”instrumentation threaded pipe fitting. The pans
can be used with liquids such as polishing slurries,
oils, grease and other lubricants.
(AM30B1373)
Liquid Collecting Pan with Drainage for

Reciprocating Drives
Description
The liquid collecting pan is made of corrosion-
resistant polypropylene. It is used with a lower
specimen reciprocating drive. Liquid can be fed
from above onto a specimen in a liquid container on
the reciprocating drive. The waste liquid is then
collected in the pan and drained via hose fittings at
the front of the pan. The pan can be used with liquids
such as polishing slurries, oils, grease and other
lubricants. (AM30D209)


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Speed vs. Torque Characteristic

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Lower Specimen Drives and Tables

Clock-wise and counter clock-wise rotation

Continuous, incremental and oscillating motion

Specimen Table Hole Layout