HESON HS-3000A Universal Tensile Tester for Adhesives and Soft Materials

Overview

The HESON HS-3000A Universal Tensile Tester is an electromechanical force measurement system engineered for precision mechanical characterization of adhesives, soft polymers, thin films, elastomers, textiles, biomedical hydrogels, and other low-to-moderate modulus materials. Based on a dual-column servo-controlled architecture with high-rigidity load frame and precision-ground lead screws (ABBA Taiwan), the instrument applies controlled uniaxial tensile, peel, shear, compression, and puncture loads while synchronously recording real-time force-displacement data. Its core measurement principle relies on closed-loop feedback control of a Delta (Taiwan) servo motor driving a calibrated Transcell (USA) load cell, ensuring traceable force quantification per ISO 7500-1 Class 1 requirements. Designed specifically for R&D labs and QC environments where reproducibility across small-force regimes (<10 N) and large-strain deformations (>300%) is critical—such as adhesive bond strength validation, flexible electronics substrate testing, or biopolymer viscoelastic profiling—the HS-3000A delivers metrologically sound data under ambient laboratory conditions (15–35 °C, 20–80% RH).

Key Features

• High-resolution force measurement: 1/500,000 internal resolution with Transcell-certified 1 kN load cell; optional ±0.5% accuracy calibration available for GLP-compliant reporting.
• Stiff, thermally stable frame: CNC-machined steel base and crosshead; ABBA high-carbon hardened lead screws (HRC ≥60) with Korean Taekyung linear guides ensure minimal axial play and long-term dimensional stability.
• Dual-mode operation: Standalone control via 7-inch industrial LCD touchscreen with intuitive icon-based interface, or PC-integrated operation via proprietary HESONTest software (Windows-compatible, USB/Ethernet).
• Comprehensive safety architecture: Dual-limit mechanical travel stops, overload emergency cutoff, automatic break-point halt, leakage current protection, and bellows-style dust shielding (Taiwan Yidi) to extend screw life and maintain calibration integrity.
• Multi-unit support and configurable test protocols: Seamless switching among g, kgf, N, kN, lbf, and MPa; preloaded ASTM/ISO/GB test methods—including peel (ASTM D3330), tensile (ASTM D638), and shear (ASTM D1002)—with customizable ramp-hold-relax sequences.

Sample Compatibility & Compliance

The HS-3000A accommodates diverse specimen geometries—from micro-thin adhesive tapes (0.05 mm thick) to macro-scale composite laminates—via user-selectable fixture sets (e.g., pneumatic tensile grips, 90° peel fixtures, loop tack holders, compression platens). All mechanical tests comply with internationally recognized standards including ASTM D1002 (adhesive lap shear), ASTM D3330 (peel adhesion), ISO 8510-2 (flexible-to-flexible peel), and GB/T 2790 (adhesive shear strength). The system supports audit-ready documentation for regulated environments: test logs include timestamped operator ID, environmental metadata (temperature/humidity), raw sensor output, and digital signature fields—all exportable in PDF, CSV, or XML formats. For pharmaceutical or medical device applications, optional 21 CFR Part 11-compliant software modules provide electronic signatures, audit trails, and role-based access control.

Software & Data Management

HESONTest v4.x is a bilingual (English/Chinese) Windows-based platform delivering full test lifecycle management: method creation, real-time curve visualization (force vs. displacement, stress vs. strain), automated peak detection, modulus calculation (secant/tangent), and statistical post-processing (mean, SD, CV%). Raw data files are stored in open-format HDF5 containers, enabling third-party analysis in MATLAB, Python (NumPy/Pandas), or OriginLab. The software supports batch reporting with customizable templates compliant with ISO/IEC 17025 laboratory accreditation requirements. Firmware and software updates are provided free of charge for the product’s service lifetime, with version history and validation reports available upon request. Remote diagnostics and screen-sharing support are accessible via secure TLS-encrypted channels.

Applications

The HS-3000A serves as a foundational tool in academic and industrial laboratories engaged in functional material development. Documented use cases include: mechanical validation of pressure-sensitive adhesives (PSAs) for automotive trim bonding; tensile property mapping of chitosan-based wound dressings (Xiamen University); interfacial strength quantification of PI-based lithium-ion battery separators (Liaoning Petrochemical University); peel resistance assessment of polyurethane edge-sealing compounds (Luoyang Petrochemical Engineering Design Co.); and strain-dependent conductivity profiling of Ag-nanoparticle/polymer flexible sensors (Jiangsu University). Its adaptability extends to emerging domains such as aerogel compressibility studies (Zhejiang Sci-Tech University), 3D-printed nanocomposite fracture analysis (Quzhou Vocational College), and MOF-polymer hybrid membrane tensile durability (Zhejiang University).

FAQ

What standards does the HS-3000A comply with for adhesive testing?

It meets ASTM D3330 (peel adhesion), ASTM D1002 (lap shear), ISO 8510-2, and GB/T 2790, with traceable calibration to ISO 7500-1 Class 1.

Can the system perform cyclic loading or relaxation tests?

Yes—HESONTest software supports multi-step profiles including tension-hold-relax, creep, and staircase ramping, with programmable dwell times and strain-rate control.

Is the load cell certified and replaceable?

All units ship with a factory-calibrated Transcell (USA) load cell, supplied with NIST-traceable certificate; field replacement is supported with recalibration guidance.

Does the tester support ASTM D638 Type I–V specimen geometries?

Yes—adjustable grip spacing (up to 600 mm) and modular jaw inserts accommodate all standard dumbbell and straight-bar configurations.

What maintenance is required to sustain measurement accuracy?

Annual verification using certified deadweight standards is recommended; routine cleaning of guide rods and lubrication of lead screws per manufacturer schedule ensures >10,000-cycle repeatability.