Material Characterization
Material Characterization Solution
The essential IET setup for determining elastic moduli, Poisson's ratio, and damping. Built for research labs and material science departments, and the proving ground before the same measurement scales to your production line.
20 Hz – 150 kHz
Frequency Range
> 0.005%
Accuracy
0.1 ppm
Resolution
E, G, v, Q⁻¹
Properties
Standard Configuration
What's Included
Two precision instruments that work together for complete material characterization.
Capabilities
Solution Capabilities
Everything you need to characterize materials with the Impulse Excitation Technique.
Elastic Moduli
Determine Young's modulus (E), shear modulus (G), and Poisson's ratio from resonance frequencies of bar, disc, or cylinder specimens.
Material Damping
Quantify internal friction and damping (Q⁻¹) from the free decay of vibrations, a sensitive indicator of microstructural changes.
High Precision
Frequency accuracy better than 0.005% and resolution of 0.1 ppm enable detection of subtle material changes.
Standards Compliant
Full compliance with ASTM E1876, C1259, ISO 12680, and EN 843-2 for elastic property measurement.
Repeatable Setup
The Measurement Station ensures consistent sample positioning and excitation force for reliable, operator-independent results.
Data Export
Export measurement data as CSV for further analysis in your preferred software environment.
Optional Extras
Extend the Solution
Add temperature control and alternative geometries as your materials and test programme grow. Each module builds on the same MK7 measurement.
Alternative geometry Longitudinal Measurement Station
Excites and detects the longitudinal (extensional) resonance alongside the standard flexural and torsional modes. Use it for long, slender specimens and to cross-check Young's modulus through an independent vibration mode.
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Up to 1200°C HT1200 Furnace
Carries the same IET measurement up to 1200°C in air or an inert atmosphere, so you can track how elastic modulus and damping evolve with temperature. Essential for ceramics, refractories, and composites that operate hot.
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Up to 1600°C HT1600 Furnace
Extends temperature-dependent IET to 1600°C for high-performance materials research at extreme conditions, in air or an inert atmosphere.
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-85°C to +180°C LT85 Chamber
A thermal chamber for sub-ambient and moderately elevated testing, from -85°C to +180°C with ±0.5°C stability. Ideal for polymers, composites, and cryogenic research where properties change sharply with temperature.
Learn moreEvery extra integrates with the standard MK7 and Measurement Station. Combine as many as your test programme needs.
Applications
Ideal For
Research and laboratory environments where accurate material properties matter.
Metals & Alloys
Steel, aluminum, titanium, and specialty alloys
Technical Ceramics
Advanced ceramics, refractories, and glass
Composites
Carbon fiber, glass fiber, and hybrid materials
Additive Manufacturing
3D printed parts quality verification
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