Our new range of bench-top universal testing machines (UTMs) is designed for tensile and compression testing of materials, products and components.
These versatile universal testing systems are driven by our powerful and intuitive VectorPro™ testing software, making them easy to use for implementing quality assurance standards across all industries. The PC-driven model has the flexibility to run the test routines on your choice of computer hardware.
The OmniTest 0.5 kN, 1 kN and 2.5 kN models are part of the single-column range. They occupy minimal bench space and, at under 30kg, can be easily transported. The 2.5 kN model is particularly popular as a general-purpose tester whilst the 0.5 and 1kN models have extended column lengths making them particularly suitable for long-elongation, low-force testing.
Our new range of bench-top universal testing machines (UTMs) is designed for tensile and compression testing of materials, products and components.
The OmniTest Touch model runs on a responsive touchscreen console driven by our powerful and intuitive VectorPro™ testing software. This fully integrated version makes a convenient and easy-to-use, standalone solution for implementing quality assurance standards across all industries.
The OmniTest Touch 0.5 kN, 1 kN and 2.5 kN models are part of the single-column range. They occupy minimal bench space and, at under 30kg, can be easily transported. The 2.5 kN model is particularly popular as a general-purpose tester whilst the 0.5 and 1kN models have extended column lengths making them particularly suitable for long-elongation, low-force tester.
Our new range of bench-top universal testing machines (UTMs) is designed for tensile and compression testing of materials, products and components.
These versatile universal testing systems are driven by our powerful and intuitive VectorPro™ testing software, making them easy to use for implementing quality assurance standards across all industries. The PC-driven model has the flexibility to run the test routines on your choice of computer hardware.
The OmniTest 0.5 kN, 1 kN and 2.5 kN models are part of the single-column range. They occupy minimal bench space and, at under 30kg, can be easily transported. The 2.5 kN model is particularly popular as a general-purpose tester whilst the 0.5 and 1kN models have extended column lengths making them particularly suitable for long-elongation, low-force testing.
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Universal testing machines (UTMs) made simple
Our new range of bench-top UTMs, from 0.5 - 50 kN
Mecmesin have developed a new range of precision bench-top universal testing machines (UTMs) in single and twin-column formats, for compression and tensile testing from 0.5 to 50 kN loads.
A truly universal tester
Our range of universal testers are developed for versatile testing of materials, components and products.
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VectorPro® software
VectorPro is an advanced force testing software package developed to perform tensile, shear, bend and compression tests on materials, components and products. Present measurement data graphically and share customised test reports quickly.
Simply choose an ELS loadcell and a set of grips, and you are ready to enjoy enhanced testing with the power of VectorPro.
Key features
Design
Intuitive icon-driven interface and workspace
Advanced 'drag and drop' test routine builder
Personalised user accounts and favourites
Touch screen enabled
Control
Stress/strain machine control
Active or basic load control
System deflection compensation
Manage user permissions and audit trail
Report
Built-in data calculations
Customisable test report templates
Print results to Adobe PDF format
Export data to Excel and other data packages
Universal testing machines range
The OmniTest range of universal testing machines are available in load capacities from 0.5 kN - 50 kN to meet the specifics of your material, component and product testing requirements.
0.5/1/2.5 kN
110 - 550 lbf
5/7.5 kN
1,100 - 1,650 lbf
10/25/50 kN
2,200 - 11,000 lbf
Sensors
The OmniTest universal testers use Mecmesin's range of high-resolution precision Enhanced Load Sensors (ELS) to record tensile and compressive loads.
ELS
A precision loadcell connects directly to an OmniTest or MultiTest-dV stand and communicates with VectorPro MT software, enabling sophisticated test routines for materials testing applications.
Enhanced Load Sensors (ELS)
The ELS range of interchangeable tension and compression loadcells is specially adapted to the OmniTest universal testers. They can also be used when upgrading a MultiTest-dV stand to become a MultiTest-dV(u) materials tester.
To ensure that you have the optimum selection to meet your tension and compression testing needs, eighteen different models are available to cover the range from 2 N right up to 50 kN.
Loadcell capacity, range and accuracy
Each loadcell reads from zero to its full nominal capacity and is accurate to ±0.5% of reading from 2 - 100% of range. Class 0.5 according to ISO 7500-1
Each sensor is delivered as standard with its own calibration certificate traceable to national standards.
Servicing and calibration
Mecmesin also provides annual servicing and loadcell re-calibration. Talk to one of our engineers or your local national distributor to find out more.
ELS (2 - 500 N)
The ELS comprises a sturdy dovetailed-mounting box with an internal loadcell, complete with a small fixing thread and occupies minimal space.
ELS-S (100 N - 5 kN)
The ELS-S comprises the same dovetailed-mounting box with an external S-beam loadcell situated beneath. It provides a more rigid secure connection for large, heavy grips and fixtures than the ELS.
ELS-T (7.5 - 25 kN)
The ELS-T comprises a mounting box with an external S-beam loadcell situated beneath. It is designed for use with the OmniTest 7.5 and the OmniTest twin-column test frames for the testing of higher loads and provides a rigid secure connection for large, heavy grips and fixtures.
ELS-P (20 - 50 kN)
The ELS-P comprises a mounting box with an external Pancake loadcell situated belneath. It is designed for use with the OmniTest 50kN twin-column test frame for testing of higher loads and provides greater immunity to extraneous "off-axis" loads.
Accessories
Choosing your accessories
It's important that your sample is gripped and held correctly to achieve accurate test results.
Our accessory catalogue contains a wide range of accessories and you should find exactly what you need. Key specifications (such as load rating) are listed on all of our grips and fixtures.
Example test accessories
Key specs
Key specs
Tension & compression
Available loadcells (all measure from zero to the value indicated in the table below)
| Model | ELS 2 | ELS 5 | ELS 10 | ELS 25 | ELS 50 | ELS 100 | ELS 250 | ELS 500 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| N | 2 | 5 | 10 | 25 | 50 | 100 | 250 | 500 |
| lbf | 0.44 | 1.1 | 2.2 | 5.5 | 11 | 22 | 55 | 110 |
| kgf | 0.2 | 0.5 | 1 | 2.5 | 5 | 10 | 25 | 50 |
| Model | ELS-S 100 | ELS-S 200 | ELS-S 500 | ELS-S 1000 | ELS-S 2500 | ELS-S 5000 | ELS-T 7.5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| N | 100 | 200 | 500 | 1000 | 2500 | 5000 | 7500 |
| lbf | 22 | 44 | 110 | 220 | 550 | 1100 | 1650 |
| kgf | 10 | 20 | 50 | 100 | 250 | 500 | 750 |
Accuracy
When calibrated as part of a system, accuracy is ±0.5% of reading down to 2% of range, suitable for use with Class 0.5 systems according to the requirements of ISO 7500-1. Eg, ELS 100 when measuring 10N is accurate to ± 0.05 N or when measuring 50N it is accurate to ± 0.25 N.
Resolution
1:50,000 filtered from 24 bit
Units of measurement
mN, daN, N, kN, gf, kgf, ozf, lbf
Sampling rate
20 kHz
Data-acquisition rate
1000 Hz
Displacement
Maximum crosshead travel (between limit switches)
- 0,5
1186 mm (47") - 1
986 mm (39") - 2,5
507 mm (20") - 5/7,5
650 mm (25.6")
Accuracy
- 0.5/1/2.5
±0.13mm per 300mm travel
±0,005" per 11,8" travel - 5/7.5
±0.1% of indicated position or ± 0.01mm, whichever is greatest
Resolution
- 0.5/1/2.5/5/7.5
0.001mm (0.00004")
Speed
Range
0.01 - 1200 mm/min (0.0004 - 47.2"/min)
Accuracy
Better than ±2% of indicated speed or ± 0.02 mm/min, whichever is greater*
* See help.mecmesin.com for additional info
Resolution
0.001 mm/min (0.0004"/min)
Dimensions
OmniTest 0.5
OmniTest 1
OmniTest 2.5
OmniTest 5
OmniTest 7.5
Headroom/vertical daylight (vertical space to fit sample)
- 0.5
1205 mm (47") - 1
1005 mm (40") - 2.5
526 mm (21") - 5/7.5
750 mm (30")
Throat depth (column to centre-line of loadcell)
- 0.5/1/2.5
70.5 mm (2.6") - 5/7.5
125 mm (4.9")
Height
- 0.5
1616 mm (64") - 1
1416 mm (56") - 2.5
941 mm (37") - 5/7.5
1089 mm (43")
Width
- 0.5/1/2.5
290 mm (11.4") - 5/7.5
330 mm (13")
Depth
- 0.5/1/2.5
414 mm (16.3") - 5/7.5
570 mm (22.5")
Weight
- 0.5
31 kg (68 lbs) - 1
27.5 kg (61 lbs) - 2.5
24 kg (53 lbs) - 5/7.5
70 kg (155 lbs)
Common specifications
Voltage
230V AC 50 Hz or 110V AC 60 Hz
Power (max)
120 - 250W
Operating temperature
10 - 40°C (50 - 104°F)
Humidity range
Normal industry and laboratory conditions, non-condensing 30 - 80% RH
Software and communications
Stand connectivity
USB (for PC communications), Extensometer input, 2 additional ELS inputs, Digital I/O
PC requirements (recommended)
Intel Core i5, 8 GB RAM, SSD, USB 2.0 or 3.0 port, graphics (Full HD/1080p). Internet connection required for Vector Cloud Solutions.
Operating system
64 bit only recommended. Windows 10 or 11 Pro or better.
Data output
PDF, XLSX, HTML, CSV, TXT, email and image files can all be exported from VectorPro software