A low cost, accurate beam testing system which facilitates the rapid throughput of modulus and fatigue tests
Bending tests are widely used for measuring the stiffness modulus and assessing the fatigue resistance of asphaltic paving materials.The specimen is a prismatic beam which is subjected to sinusoidal loading in either the controlled strain or controlled stress modes.
The SA4PT uses advanced servo pneumatic technology and a high-speed digital data acquisition and control system together with user-friendly software. During testing both graphical and tabular data are displayed on screen and test data is stored to disc in Microsoft Excel™ compatible format. The clamps are at 118.5mm centres (the distance between the outer clamps is 335.6mm (14 inches) according to AASHTO specifications² but the height and width of the beam can be varied).
² Tests on beams containing aggregates greater than 20mm are not strictly in accordance with annex D of EN 12697-24 which states that this non-compliance should be explicitly mentioned in the test report.
Standards
- EN 12697-24 Annex D
- EN 12697-26 Annex B
- ASTM D7460
- AASHTO T321
Key Features
Key Uses
- Mix design
- End product specification
- Assessment of new materials
Software – DIMENSION
User-friendly, intuitive and reliable Windows™ software developed using LabVIEW™
Specifically written to meet EN 12697-24 Annex D and EN 12697-26 Annex B
The user interface can be translated into the user’s preferred language – please enquire
Stored test data can be analysed and compared with other test data utilising a spreadsheet package
Utilities are included for curve fitting of acquired data; testing of system’s inputs and outputs; phase correction and a transducer database for storing calibration factors
Data Acquisition – cDAC
Measurement of up to 32 transducers
Wave Types: Haversine, Pulse, Square, Triangle, Constant, Ramped, Rest Periods
Accessories
Accessories are not included in the price of main device (unless stated otherwise) and may be purchased separately if required.
| CRT-TCC |
Temperature Controlled Cabinet |
| CRT-PVC-BEAM |
PVC Dummy Specimen 50x50mm |
Specifications
Technical specifications are subject to change without notice.
| Force Transducer |
±5kN |
| Specimen Transducer Range mm |
± 1 |
| Actuator stroke mm |
10 |
| Frequency Hz |
0.1 to 60* |
| Electrical Supply¹ |
220-240 Volts 50 Hz @ 13A |
| Compressed Air |
7-10 bar @ 600 L/min |
| Dimension mm (W x D x H) |
Test Frame 440 x 190 x 570
Data Acquisition Box 360 x 280 x 140 |
| Working space required mm (W x D x H) |
826 x 1650 x 2100 when fitted in cabinet CRT-TCC |
| Weight (approx.) Kg |
Test Frame 45
Data Acquisition Box 6 |
| PC |
Included |
¹ others available upon
* Load limitations apply at higher frequencies
Calibration & Maintenance
Calibration, Annual Service and Maintenance Contracts are available for this device.
Please enquire for further details. Note: This device should be checked and calibrated annually.
