Instron
Instron is a global leader in materials testing, offering a comprehensive portfolio of testing systems designed to evaluate mechanical properties such as tensile, compression, flexural, fatigue, impact, and dynamic behavior. Our products support a wide range of applications, from raw materials to finished products — backed by expert engineering and a global service network providing calibration, training, and technical support. With deep application knowledge and responsive local support, Instron helps customers optimize performance, improve efficiency, and accelerate innovation across industries.
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Universal Testing Systems (Up To 300 KN)
6800 Series
Instron’s 6800 Series universal testing systems deliver high-performance mechanical testing up to 300 kN. Designed for precision and durability, these systems offer exceptional measurement accuracy (±0.5% down to 1/1000th of load cell capacity) and fast data acquisition rates up to 5 kHz. Ideal for tensile, compression, flexure, torsion, peel, lap shear, and many other test types, the 6800 Series provides the flexibility and control needed to handle everything from delicate specimens to high-strength materials, making it a trusted solution for demanding testing environments.
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Averaging Clip-on Extensometer
2650 Series
The Instron 2650 Series Biaxial Extensometers are ideally suited for testing a wide range of materials, including polymer matrix composites, metals, and plastics over a range of temperatures. Two sensors measure axial strain on opposite sides of the specimen. Versions are available which provide either a single averaged axial output or 2 independent axial outputs. The extensometers meet the calibration requirements of ASTM E83 class B1, ISO 9513 class 0.5, and ISO 527.
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CrashSim Office
CrashSim Office is a stand-alone program for signal preparation and processing, as well as for predicting the pulse-making capability and the generation of the DriveSignal for the CrashSimulationSystem. CrashSimOffice is used offline from the crash simulation system and has essentially the following characteristics
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Screw Side Action Tensile Grips
2710-100 Series
The Instron screw side-action tensile grips are precision mechanical grips engineered for tensile testing across a broad spectrum of specimen materials (e.g. metals, plastics, textiles, thin foils) and geometries. Their dual-acting screw mechanism delivers concentric clamping and allows for adjustments to accommodate varying specimen thicknesses or unique components — ensuring reliable load alignment. With quick, tool-free jaw face changes and a wide assortment of interchangeable jaw face types (smooth-ground, serrated, rubber-coated, etc.), these grips offer flexibility in test setup.
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16-Station Testing System
The ElectroPuls 16-Station testing system performs high cycle fatigue testing on multiple samples simultaneously, with a fatigue-rated load cell included on each station. The fixture uses a carousel designed with high stiffness and low mass to enable high frequency testing and reduce test time.
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Universal Testing Systems (Up To 300 KN)
3400 Series
Instron’s 3400 Series universal testing machines offer dependable performance across a broad spectrum of mechanical testing applications, with force capacities ranging up to 300 kN. These systems are well-suited for basic tensile, compression, flexural, peel, puncture, friction, and shear testing, and can be easily configured using a wide selection of grips and fixtures from Instron’s accessory catalog. Built with user safety and efficiency in mind, each system incorporates Instron’s proprietary Operator Protect technology, ensuring a secure and intuitive testing environment.
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Non-Contacting Video Extensometer
AVE3
The AVE3 is Instron’s most advanced extensometer, engineered for high-precision, non-contact strain measurement across a wide range of mechanical tests—including tension, compression, and flexure. Its adaptable design accommodates various specimen types, sizes, and elongation ranges, making it ideal for everything from delicate films to robust metals. By eliminating the need for clip-on devices, the AVE3 streamlines setup and ensures uninterrupted data collection through specimen failure, even in high-energy break scenarios, such as composites. Compatible with environmental chambers and fluid baths, it supports non-ambient testing with ease. With compliance to ISO 9513 and ASTM E83 and a fast 500 Hz data rate, the AVE3 delivers reliable performance for demanding testing standards.
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Universal Testing Systems (Up to 600 kN)
5980 Series
Instron 5980 Series floor model testing systems are universal, static testing systems that perform tensile and compression testing; and also perform shear, flexure, peel, tear, cyclic, and bend tests. The 5900 Series are engineered for precision, built for durability, and offer the flexibility for changing requirements. They are designed with standard and optional features that increase testing efficiency and improve the testing experience for the operator. 5980 Series floor models are robust, heavy-duty frames commonly used for testing high-strength metals and alloys, advanced composites, aerospace and automotive structures, bolts, fasteners, and plate steels. Frames are available in load capacities of 400 and 600 kN.
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Multi-Station Test Frame
6800
The 6800 Series Multi-Station System offers enhanced throughput with its ability to perform simultaneous, independent tests on up to five (5) separate specimens using a single load frame. Based on our standard 68TM-30 testing frame (30 kN capacity)*, this system is especially suitable when test times are lengthened due to high elongation or slow test speeds.
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Testing Accessories
Instron has used its wealth of applications and engineering experience to produce the most extensive range of accessories for materials testing instruments in the industry. Made up of hundreds of grips, fixtures, load cells, and other accessories, our vast range of general purpose and application-focused accessories are designed to help you get the most from your materials testing system.
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HDT & Vicat Systems
The Instron line of CEAST Thermo-mechanical systems are used to characterize the behavior of plastic materials at high temperatures, measuring the heat deflection temperature (HDT) and the Vicat softening temperature (Vicat). These HDT and VICAT testers range from very simple units for quality control labs to more advanced and automated systems.
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Furnaces
These three zone resistance wire wound furnaces are of split construction to facilitate fast and easy loading of a pre-assembled specimen train. The case is constructed from stainless steel with aluminium and hardened insulation board end plates. The optional front cut-out allows the use of side-entry high-temperature extensometry. Adjustable stainless steel latches keep the furnace halves locked together during use, but are then easily opened once testing is complete. The furnace is available with optional heavy duty brackets or mountings, which attach to a wide range of testing systems. An extensive range of standard controllers is available to suit most test regimes. Custom variants can be specified should the standard range not include a suitable unit.
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Dynamic and Fatigue Testing Systems
Instron offers an extensive range of fully-integrated dynamic and fatigue testing systems from 1000 N up to 5000 kN. Incorporating servohydraulic, servo-electric and linear motor technologies, these test instruments cover a broad range of fatigue, dynamic, and static testing applications. These applications include high-cycle fatigue, low-cycle fatigue, thermo-mechanical fatigue, fracture mechanics, crack propagation and growth studies, fracture toughness, bi-axial, axial-torsional, multi-axial, high strain rate, quasi-static, creep, stress-relaxation, and other types of dynamic and static tests.
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Automated Testing Systems
Instron’s automated testing systems bring precision, productivity, and safety to materials testing by automating routine tensile, flexural, and compression operations. Available as full turnkey platforms or modular add-ons for existing test frames, these systems — including the AT3 three-axis, AT6 six-axis robotic, AT2 automated XY stages, CT6 cobot integration, and carousel stations — allow labs to boost throughput, reduce operator variability, and free up staff for higher-value activities. The systems are engineered to support a wide spectrum of materials (plastics, metals, films, composites, medical devices) and comply with international ASTM and ISO test standards while enhancing repeatability and workflow efficiency.
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Extensometers
Instron offers one of the industry’s most comprehensive ranges of extensometers, providing precise, reliable strain measurement for virtually any materials testing application. From clip-on and automatic contacting units to advanced video and non-contacting systems, Instron’s extensometers deliver exceptional accuracy and repeatability across static, dynamic, and high-temperature environments. Designed and manufactured in-house, these solutions support global ASTM and ISO testing standards, helping laboratories achieve consistent, traceable results across metals, composites, plastics, and elastomers.
