The VJ Tech ACONS Pro Motorised Automatic Consolidation Frame:
Uses a powerful stepper motor to generate Force instead of compressed air
Is normally used for High Load Consolidation testing (50 kN Load Cell included)
Can be used to Test samples from 50 mm up to 100 mm
Has 3 Input Channels (2 x Analogue & 1 x Digital (Read-Only, not Closed Loop Control))
Connects to PC via Ethernet or USB when using Clisp Studio
Has an Integrated 7" Touchscreen Display for input and control
When fitted with longer strain rods and additional accessories, can also be used for:
Constant Rate of Strain (CRS) Testing
Soil Water Characteristic Curve (SD-SWCC) Testing
Features
Compact design (small footprint)
USB or Ethernet Interface for computer control
Integrated 7" Touchscreen Display for standalone control
On-board data logging (16GB standard) able to store thousands of Tests, each with thousands of data points
Data export to PC for further manipulation
High speed ARM processor
Includes 15kN (2176 PSI) Load cell
Accepts consolidation cells from 50 mm (2") to 100 mm (4") (supplied separately)
Capable of CRS test but will require additional items
Capable of SWCC Testing with additional components
Suitable for use with Perm Consolidation Cells (supplied separately)
Suitable for Unsaturated Consolidation Cells (supplied separately)
Up to 3 input channels (1 x Digital (Read-Only (not to be used for closed loop control)); 2 x Analogue)
High speed sensor data conversion (24 bit, up to 5000 samples/sec)
Built-in live data table and graphs
Built-in Auto engage function with definable engage value
Auto reverse from limit switch activation
Built-in auto protection for sensor limits
Non-volatile Memeory for sensitive data
Multiple ACONS Pro can be controlled from single PC via a LAN or Ethernet/USB hub
Detailed product specifications
Sample Diameter 35 mm (1.5")
50 mm (2")
63.5 mm (2.5”)
70 mm (2.75")
75 mm (2.95")
100 mm (4")
Maximum Load kPa (psi)
15590 (1681)
8000 (1160)
4800 (696)
4000 (580)
3500 (508)
2000 (290)
Maximum Frame Capacity 15kN (3372 lbf)
Resolution 0.1 N (0.0225 lbf)
Accuracy 0.15% FRO
Adjustable Displacement Rate
0.0001 - 10.0000 mm/min (0.0001 - 0.3937 inches/min)
Fast Approach Speed 40.0000 mm/min (1.5750 inches/min)
Power Supply DC Adaptor (Output 24VDC, Input 90-240V, 50/60Hz, 1ph.)
Dimensions (W x D x H) 280 x 320 x 640 mm (11" x 12.5" x 25")
Weight 31 kg (68 lb)