Vertical Drop Test
- High-frequency measurement recording
- Precise drop height adjustment with automatic lift
- Fully secure automatic release system with certified PLC
- Total safety for the operator thanks to a safety strike plate
Products tested
Sector of activity
Main functions
The vertical drop shaft (dynamic shock bench) is used to characterise the shock resistance of a product (specimen or component), to measure its energy absorption capacity, or to check its proper functioning after impact (“shock resistant”). The impact is provided by a falling mass that strikes the sample at heights and weights that can be adjusted by the operators. A set of high-frequency sensors measures the force, position and speed of the mass during impact. The machine is completely safe, thanks to its protective casing system, which avoids any risk of projection during impact tests.
Operating mode
The user positions the test tube safely. After selecting the weight value and drop height, the machine automatically adjusts and drops the weight onto the test piece. Measurements of height, velocity, force and energy are automatically recorded at high frequency during impact. An automatic analysis system calculates impact energy, energy absorbed and energy released.
Vertical drop well
The drop-pit is ideal for characterizing the shock resistance of a product (specimen or component), for measuring its energy absorption capacity, or for checking that it functions properly after impact ("shock resistant").
Motorised adjustment
Precise adjustment of the drop height by automated lifting.
Release system
Fully secure automatic release system using a certified PLC.
Advantages of the Vertical Drop Well
Shock absorber
Possibility of testing all types of shock absorbers (hydraulic, motorcycles, trains, etc.).
Spring
Springs in various materials (steel, nickel, chrome, carbon, titanium, etc.).
Bike/motorcycle helmets
Testing the impact resistance of bicycle and motorcycle helmets of various sizes.
High-frequency measurements
High-frequency recording of measurements.
Operator safety
Safety strike for total operator protection.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS of the Vertical Drop Well
Specifications | MCV |
Displacement measurement resolution | 0,1 mm |
Max. useful drop height | 4,3 m |
Total height | 5,5 m |
Min. falling weight | 47,6 kg |
Max. drop weight | 512 kg |
Usable width between columns | 300 mm |
Power supply | 230V mono |
Air supply | 5 bar |
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