LS1 single column testing machine

The LS1 is an affordable, high-precision solution for materials testing applications up to 1 kN/225 lbf capacity. When combined with our extensive range of grips, fixtures, extensometers and software to match your application, it is a powerful materials testing system. 

With this material tester you can perform several different types of tests, among others:

• Pharma testing
• Cosmetic testing
• Electronic testing
• Rubber testing
• Wood testing
• Automotive testing
• Construction materials testing
• Packaging testing

• High mechanical stiffness
• Wide speed range 0.01-2032mm/min
• High load accuracy 0.5% down to 1% of loadcell value
• More machine control options
• Improved, intuitive user-configurable test functionality (NEXYGENPlus software)
• Modular, flexible configuration with grips, fixtures, loadcells, extensometers and other accessories available
• Simple to set up, operate and maintain
• Load measuring system exceeds the requirements of all recognized international standards
• Large working area - 180 mm (7 in) throat for testing large specimens
• Standard crosshead travel 500 mm (19.7 in)
• Even greater crosshead travel with extended machine versions with travel up to 800 mm (31.5 in) available
• Unique Pogo design machines allows testing of very large samples in test frames fitted below the material testing machine base with the added benefit of optional elevated and low temperature testing capability
• Data sampling rate 8 kHz
• Saves up to 600 test results*
• 10 programable test set-ups*
• High-resolution backlit LCD display with intuitive operator interface*
• Multilingual and multi-unit display options*
• Flash memory ugradeable
• Full PC integration with NEXYGENPlus material test and data analysis software

The LS1 Material Tester System contain

• LS1 material testing machine
• Jig, probe or fixture that matches your specific need
• Optional NEXYGENPlus software with an extensive library of pre-defined  test set-ups based on international standards