600kN USTA kit M72-M48 (Two Spherical)
W-5552-B | 600kN USTA kit M72-M48 (Two Spherical)
Universal Spherical Tension Adapter kit providing two patented Male-to-Male spherical adapters for mounting accessories.
Provides increased self alignment over a single USTA setup and theoretical elimination of all torque loads due to misalignment. When the lower accessory is unusually heavy or where a specimen must be manually aligned prior to applying load, consider single USTA kit.
Patent US 7,913,574 B2
Capacity: 600kN (135,000 lbf)
Upper Effective Length: 129mm (5.06in)
Lower Effective Length: 129mm (5.06in)
Angle of Freedom from Center: 3 degrees
Frame Interface: Type IIAm (M72x3 LH)
Accessory Interface:
- Full Capacity: Type RIIm (M48x2 RH)
- 100kN Capacity: Type R3f (0.75in-10 RH)
Notes:
- For connection of 300kN rated accessories, also order W-5552-D Reducing Adapter and Extension Kit.
- For frames without external grips, consider minimum tension opening, add W-5552-C as required to extend USTA length.
- For use with legacy SATEC accessories, use W-5553-A.
- For use with Instron EM accessories, use W-5553-B.
| Capacity | 600 kN (135,000 lbf) |
|---|---|
| Upper Effective Length | 129 mm (5.06 in) |
| Upper Fitting | Type IIA Male (M72x3pLH) |