MICROTEST

providing customized
materials testing
solutions

MICROTEST
C/ Valle de Tobalina, 10, nave 3
28021- MADRID, SPAIN
Telfono: (+34) 91 796 33 32
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Introduction
Offering a diverse range
of high quality materials
testing systems and solutions,
MICROTEST S.A., founded in
1993, is now amongst the leading
European companies in the materials
testing industry. MICROTEST, S.A. is bestknown for its scientific and technical
expertise, superior product and service quality,
and reliability in materials testing. Our group has
great ability to engineer equipment as per individual
requirements and applications so that our customers do
not have to compromise with their testing challenges. With
more than 20 years' experience in the industry, the testing
systems provided by us are carefully designed and
manufactured to meet the requirements of all common materials
testing standards, such as ISO, ASTM, EN, DIN, UNE, BS, TAPPI, JIS,
ANSI, NAS, etc.
MICROTEST testing system are high performance and easy to operate,
providing an ideal balance between functionality and cost. These testing systems
are suitable for performing diverse mechanical tests on a wide variety of materials
and components, whether for routine quality control and product testing or research
projects and activities. Microtest universal testing systems are extensively used worldwide
in universities and research centers as well as a broad range of industries from metals,
polymers and composites to concrete, textiles and fibers particularly in the manufacturing,
automotive, aerospace, energy, biomedical and construction sectors.
Meeting the criteria of UNE-EN ISO/IEC 17025, MICROTEST calibration laboratory has been accredited
by the Spanish National Accreditation Body (ENAC) for the calibration of force measurement instruments
according to ISO 376 and verification of static uniaxial testing machines according to ISO 7500-1

Products
EM0 Series, Single Column Electromechanical Universal Testing Machines
EM1 Series, Dual Column Electromechanical Universal Testing Machines with Central Actuator
EM2 Series, Dual Column Electromechanical Universal Testing Machines
EM1/10-50E/H-HTRP Series, Electromechanical Creep Testing Machines
EM1/10-50E/H-HTBP Series, Single Lever Arm-Electromechanical Creep Testing

Machines
EFH Series, Static/Dynamic Servo Hydraulic Universal Testing Machines
EFH/2E Series, Dual Zone Test Space Servo Hydraulic Universal Testing
Machines
ECH Series, Servo Hydraulic Compression Testing Machines
F-ECH Series, Creep Compression Testing Machines,
Tribology and Indentation Testing Systems
Customized Testing Systems and Solutions
Biaxial and Triaxial Testing Machines
Test Control and Data Acquisition

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Single Column Tabletop Electromechanical Universal Testing Machines, EM0 Series

Microtest EM0 Series are single column tabletop electromechanical universal testing machines suitable for
performing tensile, compression, flexure/bend, shear, friction, peel, tear and low-frequency cyclic tests where the
maximum required force is 10 kN and lab space is limited. Under demand machines with capacities higher than
10 kN can also be designed and manufactured.
A wide choice of load cells, extensometers, grips, specimen holders, fixtures and other testing accessories allow
the EM0 Series testing frames to be used for accurate and repeatable mechanical testing of plastics, polymers,
composites, rubber, textiles, fibers, wires, cords, yarns, threads, medical devices, small components, thin films,
paper products, adhesives, foams and many more.

Dual Column
Table-Top/Floor
Electromechanical
Universal Testing
Machines with
Central Actuator,
EM1 Series
MicrotestEM1 Series are dual column
tabletop/floor standing electromechanical universal
testing machines with a single screw central actuator.
The test space is configurable to suit the application
requirements. For increased usability, the EM1 Series testing
machines can be equipped with hydraulic lifts for the upper
crosshead. These testing systems are especially suitable for slow
speed static (tensile, compression, flexure/bend, shear, friction, tear,
peel, etc.) and slow strain rate/quasi-dynamic cyclic(low cycle fatigue,
multi-step low frequency cyclic, fatigue creep, creep, etc.) testing over a
range of force applications from 10 kN to 300 kN. Under demand machines
with higher capacities can also be designed and manufactured.
In EM1 Series universal testing machines, the lower moving crosshead is actuated by a
central ball screw and guided by 2 robust guidance columns. Thus, a very good force flow
with direct force transmission to the specimen is obtained during mechanical testing. The
central ball screw is preloaded for backlash elimination. The precisely-aligned, hard chrome
plated guidance columns along with the preloaded central ball screw provide superior
axial/lateral stiffness and rigidity for these testing machines.

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EM2 Series
Microtest EM2 Series are dual column tabletop/floor standing electromechanical universal testing
machines suitable for performing static (tensile, compression, flexure/bend, shear, friction, tear,
peel, etc.) and low-frequency cyclic testing over a range of force applications from
5 kN to 1200 kN. Under demand machines with higher capacities can also be designed
and manufactured.
A wide choice of load cells, extensometers, grips, specimen holders, fixtures and
other testing accessories allow the EM2 Series universal testing machines to be
used for accurate and repeatable mechanical testing of metals and alloys,
plastics, polymers, composites, rubber, textiles, fibers, cords & yarns, wires &
cables, bolts, fasteners, biomaterials, wood products, building
components among many others.
In EM2 Series universal testing machines, the upper crosshead is
actuated by double ball screws and guided by two or four
robust guidance columns. The lead ball screws are
preloaded for backlash elimination. The preciselyaligned, hard chrome plated guidance columns along
with the preloaded ball screws provide superior
stiffness and rigidity for these testing machines.

Electromechanical Creep Testing Machines, EM1/10-50E/H-HTRP Series

Microtest EM1/10-50E/H-HTRP Series are dual column floor standing electromechanical testing machines with a
single screw central actuator which are well suitable for high temperature creep testing.
These testing machines include a vertical tubular furnace with advanced temperature controller, and are capable
of performing creep tests under tension/compression in constant load/stress modes.
The EM1/10-50E/H-HTRP Series creep testing machines can be used to carry out high temperature static, creep,
stress relaxation, stress rupture, creep crack growth, creep fatigue interaction, thermos-mechanical fatigue, stress
jump/drop, thermal cycling, indirect tensile/compression and small punch tests among many others.

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Static/Dynamic Servo Hydraulic Universal Testing Machines, EFH Series

Microtest EFH Series are static/dynamic servo hydraulic universal testing machines with single test space and two or
four robust columns. These testing machines are designed in accordance with individual testing requirements and
needs (force capacity, deformation or loading speed, piston stroke, frequency, etc.) to perform only static and/or
dynamic tests on a wide variety of materials and components over a range of force applications from 10 kN to
5000 kN.
The EFH Series servo hydraulic universal testing machines can perform a wide variety of static (tension,
compression, flexure/bend, shear, etc.) and dynamic (low and high cycle fatigue, crack propagation, fracture
toughness, etc.) tests. These testing machines can be readily designed and configured with appropriate sized servo
valve, manifold and hydraulic power unit to suit the intended testing applications.
Developed by MICROTEST specifically to meet the requirements of dynamic materials testing applications,
SCM4000 testing software provides the necessary platform and tools for running many dynamic tests. Advanced
modules of SCM4000 software allow any standard or custom test to be run.

Dual Zone Test

Space Servo
Hydraulic Universal
Testing Machines, EFH/2E
Series
Microtest EFH/2E Series are dual zone test
space servo hydraulic universal testing machines
with Long and adjustable test spaces for tensile
(on top) and compression (on bottom). These testing
machines are available in a number of high stiffness six
column load frame configurations, all supported by a
compact and ergonomic air-cooled hydraulic power supply.
The EFH/2E Series testing systems are suitable for static (tensile,
compression, flexure/bend, shear, etc.) and low frequency cyclic
testing over a range of force applications up to 2000 kN.
The EFH/2E Series servo hydraulic universal testing machines can be used
for accurate and repeatable testing of metals and alloys (sheet, plate, bar/rod,
rebar, pipe/tube, structures, welds, castings, forgings), structural components,
fasteners, chains, springs, cables, wires, wood, rock, pavement, concrete (cubes,
cylinders, beams) and many more.
Open-front crossheads with hydraulic wedge action grips simplify test specimen
insertion/removal and improve operator's safety and throughput.

Servo Hydraulic Compression Testing Machines, ECH Series

Microtest ECH Series servo hydraulic testing machines are designed for high capacity
compression testing of construction materials, such as concrete cylinders/cubes/blocks,
ceramics, rock, stone, wood, etc. Designed with operator safety of critical importance, these
ultra-stiff testing frames are ideally suited for advanced testing of concrete. The ECH
Series testing machines are available in capacities ranging from 50 kN to 5000 kN.
Under demand machines with higher capacities can also be designed and
manufactured.
The ECH Series servo hydraulic compression testing machines are designed
based on the strength, shape and dimensions of the specimens to be
tested. These requirements determine the capacity of the frame, the
type of spherical seat and the platen dimension.
Heavy-duty, ultra-stiff design of the ECH testing machines
makes them ideal for day-to-day concrete testing as well as
concrete mix research and development.

Creep Compression Testing Machines F-ECH Series

Microtest F-ECH Series hydraulic testing machines are designed to perform creep compression tests on concrete,
rock, soil or new materials specimens. The duration of this type of test may range from days to several years.
These ultra-stiff testing machines are available in two or four column load frame configurations.
The F-ECH Series hydraulic testing machines are built in capacities ranging from 100 kN to 5000 kN. Under
demand machines with higher capacities can also be designed and manufactured. Heavy-duty, ultra-stiff design
of the F-ECH testing machines makes them ideal for concrete mix research and development.

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Tribology and Indentation Testing Systems

MICROTEST engineers a family of advanced equipment for instrumented tribological
characterization and indentation studies of a wide range of materials. These equipment include:
Pin-on-Disk Tribometer, MT
Micro Indenter and Scratch Tester, MTR3
Abrasion Wear Tester, MTDA
Multi-Function Tribometer, MTEM4

Pin-on-Disk Tribometer, MT
Microtest Pin-on-Disk tribometer provides
highly accurate and repeatable wear and
friction testing using rotary or linear motions
compliant to ISO and ASTM standards.
The tribometer determines the magnitude of friction and
wear as two surfaces rub against each other. A pin or ball
probe of a desired material is placed on the disk-shaped sample
and loaded with a precisely known normal force. The sample is
either rotating or reciprocating in a linear track. The resulting
frictional forces acting between the probe and the sample are measured.
Additionally, the wear for both the sample and probe is calculated from the
volume of the material lost during the term of the test. The normal force,
temperature, wear rate, friction coefficient, number of turns, rotation/
reciprocation speed and all other testing parameters are registered and displayed
in real time.
The Pin-on-Disk tribometer is compatible with medium/high temperature (furnace),
lubrication (spray), electrical resistance contact, tribo-corrosion and triboscopy options to meet
individual tribological testing requirements.

Micro Indentation and Scratch Tester, MTR3

Microtest Indentation and Scratch tester is a high precision, instrumented testing equipment used
for characterizing the mechanical properties of thin films, coatings and substrates among the
others.
During indentation testing, an indenter (Vickers, Rockwell, Berkovich, etc.) normal to
the sample surface is penetrated into the sample by applying an increasing load
up to a preset value. The load is then gradually decreased until partial or
complete relaxation of the sample occurs. The depth-versus-load curve
obtained through indentation can be used to calculate the hardness and
elastic modulus of almost any type of soft, hard, brittle or ductile
material.
During scratch testing, a sharp tip (commonly diamond or WC)
normal to the sample surface is drawn across a selected
area under constant, incremental or progressive load.
Scratch testing is generally carried out to characterize
the scratch resistance and surface mechanical
properties (adhesion, fracture and deformation)
of thin films/coatings and substrates.
A built-in optical microscope is used to
precisely determine the points to be
indented and the areas to be
scratched. Besides, this
microscope can be used for
post indentation/scratch
characterizations

Abrasion Wear Tester (MTDA)

Microtest Abrasion Wear tester has specifically been designed to perform abrasion tests in accordance with
ASTM G65 (standard test method for measuring abrasion using the dry sand/rubber wheel apparatus), ASTM
G105 (standard test method for conducting wet sand/rubber wheel abrasion tests) and ASTM B611 (standard
test method for determining the high stress abrasion resistance of hard materials).

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Customized Testing Systems and Solutions

MICROTEST has great capability to design and manufacture customized equipment and systems according to
individual testing requirements and intended applications.
Testing equipment with special features and functionalities, such as high capacity or stability, high

temperature testing, multiaxial testing, etc.

Transducers with special requirements in dimension, measuring range, working temperature, etc.
Control and measurement systems for specific purposes, such as medical instruments, materials R&D

equipment, etc.
Software packages for test control and data acquisition

Biaxial and Triaxail Testing Machines

Servo-controlled biaxial and triaxial (multiaxial) testing machines feature

high-stiffness, precision-aligned load frames with 4 (biaxial) or 6 (triaxial) high
performance actuators mounted in-plane and perpendicular to one another. The
actuators work in pairs and can be individually controlled and programmed to
provide independent or synchronized force, displacement or strain control.
Using an advanced control system to provide translation and deformation control of each
axis, these testing machines are ideal for large strain field coverage in two-axis and three-axis
tensile and fracture tests over a range of force application from 5 kN to 500 kN. Under demand
machines with other capacities can also be designed and manufactured.

Test Control and Data Acquisition

When coupled with Microtest digital closed-loop servo control systems, the SCM3000 and
SCM4000 testing software (developed for static and dynamic testing respectively) enhance the
capabilities and versatility of Microtest testing machines for accurate and repeat able
mechanical testing of materials, components and finished goods. SCM3000 and
SCM4000 are powerful, yet easy-to-use interactive software which feature advanced
test control, data acquisition and export options.
Designed and developed by MICROTEST specifically to meet the requirements
of the most demanding materials testing applications, the SCM3000 and
SCM4000 testing software offer the optimum solution for any testing
requirement. Using these software, the user can manually or
automatically control all of the functions of the testing system,
providing ultimate convenience of operation.
The SCM3000 and SCM4000 software comprises a set of
modules, including Configuration, Methods Editor, Test
Control, Data Analysis and User Management. Each
designed for a specific purpose, these modules
provide utmost flexibility to modify the preset
standards-compliant test methods or create
new ones, design complex test sequences,
run tests, analyze test data and
report/export results.

Testing Accessories
The utility of Microtest testing systems is further extended by a broad choice of accessories, including:
Fixtures

Grips

Other Accessories

Flexure/bend fixtures
Friction test fixtures
Peel test fixtures
Burst/puncture fixtures
Composite fixtures
Ceramic fixtures
Paper and board fixture
Wood fixtures
Biomedical fixtures
Food fixtures
and many more

Mechanical grips
Pneumatic grips
Hydraulic grips
Fatigue rated grips
Clevis type grips
Threaded/button end grips
Fasteners grips
Cord and yarn grips
Wire and cable grips
Self-tightening grips
and many more

Compression platens
Jaw faces, specimen holder
Pull/push rods
Load cells
Extensometers
Environmental chambers
Furnaces
Coupling adaptors
Alignment devices
Specimen preparation tools
and many more

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