Gas spring testing
Universal testing machine inspekt solo-L 1 kN
Technical features
Testing system
- Universal testing machine inspekt solo 1 kN in L-design with an increased testing speed of 3000 mm/min.
- High testing speed enables fast and precise determination of the mechanical properties of gas springs.
- Compact design, ideal for laboratory and production environments.
Testing software
- LabMaster testing software with special modules for gas spring tests.
- Automatic measurement data acquisition and evaluation, including force-displacement diagrams and friction calculations.
- Integration of temperature chambers possible to simulate the function of the gas spring under real environmental conditions.
Test object: Gas springs
- Function: Pneumatic springs whose spring force is generated by gas under high pressure.
- Advantages over coil springs:
- The load remains almost constant, regardless of the spring travel.
- Compact design enables space-saving integration.
- Areas of application:
- Automotive industry: Opening and holding mechanisms for trunk lids, engine hoods.
- Mechanical engineering: Support for flaps and hoods.
- Furniture industry: Damping of hinges and lifting devices.
Test methods and measured variables
- Determination of the push-in and push-out forces as well as the friction effects.
- Friction is caused by the contact of the piston rod with seals and guides.
- Measured variables:
- Spring characteristic curve (load-displacement diagram).
- Damping behavior at different speeds.
- Long-term stability through cyclic load tests.
Advantages of the testing machine
- High test speed for fast test execution.
- Precise friction measurement to optimize the performance of the gas spring.
- Flexible use for different gas spring sizes and types.
- Suitable for series testing and R&D applications.