The RS-8000GDW High & Low Temperature Universal Testing Machine integrates an environmental chamber for tensile, compression, bending and other mechanical tests. Standard temperature range: −40°C to +150°C; customized configurations available. Features 500 N–50 kN load capacities and Class 0.5 accuracy.
The ITM-LAB RS-8000GDW Series combines a precision AC servo-driven universal testing machine with an integrated environmental chamber for evaluating the mechanical properties of materials under controlled temperature conditions.
Designed for tensile, compression, bending, peel, shear and tear testing, the system enables engineers to investigate how elevated and sub-zero temperatures affect material strength, deformation and failure behavior. It is suitable for material research, product development and quality control involving metals, plastics, rubber, composites and electronic materials.
The standard RS-8000GDW configuration provides a temperature range of –40°C to +150°C, with additional temperature configurations available to meet specialized testing requirements.
| Temperature Range | Load Cell Capacity | Accuracy Class | Force Resolution |
|---|---|---|---|
| –40°C to +150°C (Standard) | 500 N–50 kN | Class 0.5 | 1/500,000 |
Material strength, stiffness and elongation can change significantly under elevated or sub-zero temperatures, making temperature-controlled testing essential for evaluating real-world material performance.
The RS-8000GDW combines mechanical loading with an integrated environmental chamber, enabling engineers to evaluate temperature-dependent material behavior under controlled test conditions without transferring specimens between separate systems.
The RS-8000GDW combines AC servo drive and precision ball screw transmission for controlled mechanical testing. It offers Class 0.5 accuracy, ±0.25% of indicated force accuracy, and 1/500,000 force resolution, with selectable load capacities from 500 N to 50 kN.
The standard test speed is 0.001–500 mm/min, with an alternative 1–1000 mm/min configuration. Interchangeable grips and fixtures support tensile, compression, bending, peel, shear and tear testing.
The integrated chamber uses PID auto-tuning with SSR control, providing ±2°C temperature control accuracy and 0.1°C resolution. Forced-air circulation supports temperature distribution during testing.
Its SUS304 stainless steel interior, 180 × 220 mm double-layer vacuum observation window, and W300 × D350 × H600 mm standard inner chamber provide a controlled testing environment. Chamber dimensions can be customized to accommodate different specimens and fixtures.
The RS-8000GDW supports application-specific grips, fixtures and extensometers selected according to specimen requirements and test conditions. Specimen conditioning and temperature verification should follow the applicable test method to ensure reliable results, as chamber setpoint and actual specimen temperature may differ.
The RS-8000GDW supports temperature-controlled mechanical testing of various materials, with configurations tailored to specimen geometry, test temperature, expected load and applicable standards.
| Material | Typical Testing Applications |
|---|---|
| Metals & Alloys | Tensile strength, yield strength, elongation, high- and low-temperature tensile testing |
| Plastics & Polymers | Tensile, compression and flexural testing; temperature-dependent strength and deformation |
| Rubber & Elastomers | Tensile strength, elongation, tear resistance and low-temperature mechanical performance |
| Composite Materials | Tensile, compression and flexural testing under specified temperature conditions |
| Electronics & Electrical Materials | Adhesive peel testing, flexible PCB materials, wire and cable materials, polymer components |
For automotive applications, the system can be used to investigate the mechanical performance of polymers, rubber and other component materials under specified temperature conditions. In aerospace and industrial material research, it supports the evaluation of temperature-dependent strength and deformation behavior.
Universities, research institutes and third-party testing laboratories can also configure the system for different materials and mechanical testing methods.
The RS-8000GDW can be configured to support mechanical testing according to applicable ASTM, ISO, GB and customer-specific procedures.
Relevant testing methods include:
| Standard | Test Method |
|---|---|
| ASTM E8/E8M | Tension Testing of Metallic Materials |
| ASTM E21 | Elevated Temperature Tension Tests of Metallic Materials |
| ISO 6892-1 | Metallic Materials — Tensile Testing at Room Temperature |
| ISO 6892-2 | Metallic Materials — Tensile Testing at Elevated Temperature |
| ISO 6892-3 | Metallic Materials — Tensile Testing at Low Temperature |
| ASTM D638 | Tensile Properties of Plastics |
| ISO 527 Series | Tensile Properties of Plastics and Composites |
| ASTM D412 | Tensile Properties of Vulcanized Rubber and Thermoplastic Elastomers |
| ASTM D790 | Flexural Properties of Plastics |
| ISO 178 | Determination of Flexural Properties of Plastics |
The RS-8000GDW Series offers different temperature configurations for high-temperature, low-temperature and combined thermal testing.
The standard RS-8000GDW model operates from –40°C to +150°C. Other models are available for applications requiring extended low-temperature or elevated-temperature conditions.
| Model | Temperature Range | Configuration |
|---|---|---|
| RS-8000-GW | Ambient to +250°C | High Temperature |
| RS-8000-DW | Ambient to –40°C | Low Temperature |
| RS-8000-CDW | Ambient to –70°C | Extended Low Temperature |
| RS-8000-GDW | –40°C to +150°C | Standard High & Low Temperature |
| RS-8000-CGDW | –70°C to +200°C | Extended High & Low Temperature |
Customized temperature configurations are available subject to engineering evaluation. An extended temperature requirement involving –70°C and +250°C must be confirmed as a specific system configuration before ordering.
Model selection should consider not only the target temperature range but also the specimen dimensions, required testing force, gripping arrangement and strain measurement method.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model Series | RS-8000-GW / DW / CDW / GDW / CGDW |
| Test Types | Tensile, Compression, Bending, Peel, Shear, Tear |
| Accuracy Class | Class 0.5 |
| Load Cell Capacity | 500 N, 1 kN, 2 kN, 5 kN, 10 kN, 20 kN, 50 kN |
| Force Accuracy | ±0.25% of Indicated Value |
| Force Resolution | 1/500,000 |
| Crosshead Speed | 0.001–500 mm/min (Optional: 1–1000 mm/min) |
| Stroke (Excluding Grips) | 300–500 mm (Customizable) |
| Effective Test Width | According to Chamber Configuration |
| Displacement Resolution | 0.01 mm |
| Drive System | AC Servo Motor |
| Supported Units | N, kN, gf, kgf, lbf |
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Chamber Size | W300 × D350 × H600 mm (Customizable) |
| Temperature Range | According to Selected Model |
| Temperature Control Accuracy | ±2°C |
| Temperature Resolution | 0.1°C |
| Temperature Controller | PID Auto-tuning + SSR Control |
| Air Circulation System | 90 W Motor with Multi-wing Fan |
| Heating System | Stainless Steel Finned Heater (1000 W × 2) |
| Refrigeration System | Environmentally Friendly Refrigerant (Low-temperature Models) |
| Chamber Material | SUS304 Mirror Stainless Steel |
| Exterior Material | Powder-coated Cold-rolled Steel |
| Observation Window | Double-layer Vacuum Glass (180 × 220 mm) |
| Power Supply | AC220V, 50/60Hz (Model Dependent) |
Technical specifications are based on the stated product configurations. Customized requirements and final system specifications should be confirmed before ordering.
The RS-8000GDW is equipped with professional testing software for test control, real-time data acquisition, analysis and report generation.
The software supports force–displacement, stress–strain, force–time and displacement–time curves, allowing engineers to examine mechanical behavior throughout the testing process.
Depending on the selected testing method and measurement configuration, the system provides calculations for tensile strength, yield strength, Young's modulus, elongation, maximum force, average values and statistical analysis.
Test reports can be exported in Excel and PDF formats for laboratory documentation, result comparison and quality control. Strain-dependent calculations require a suitable measurement configuration, including an appropriate extensometer where applicable.
The performance of a temperature-controlled mechanical testing system depends on the compatibility of its loading components, specimen fixtures and measurement accessories.
ITM-LAB provides different accessory configurations to accommodate material properties, specimen geometry, required temperature conditions and applicable test methods.
| Accessory Category | Available Options |
|---|---|
| Tensile Grips | Pneumatic Grips, Manual Wedge Grips, High-temperature Grips, Low-temperature Grips |
| Specimen Grips | Film Grips, Rubber Grips, Wire Grips, Flat Specimen Grips, Round Specimen Grips |
| Compression Fixtures | Compression Platens |
| Bending Fixtures | Three-point Bending Fixture, Four-point Bending Fixture |
| Additional Fixtures | Peel Test Fixture, Shear Fixture, Custom Fixtures |
| Extensometers | High-temperature, Low-temperature, Contact and Video Extensometers |
| Optional Configurations | Safety Enclosure, Barcode Scanner, Additional Load Cells, Customized Environmental Chamber, Customized Software Functions |
The appropriate accessories should be selected according to the test method, specimen dimensions, expected force and operating temperature. Custom fixtures can be evaluated for specialized testing requirements.
Selecting a high and low temperature universal testing machine requires the mechanical loading system, environmental chamber and specimen accessories to be considered together.
The required temperature range determines the environmental configuration, while the expected working force and specimen geometry influence load cell and fixture selection. Tests requiring direct strain measurement may also need a compatible extensometer.
Before selecting a system, the following information should be confirmed:
| Selection Factor | Information Required |
|---|---|
| Test Material | Metal, Plastic, Rubber, Composite or Other |
| Test Method | Tensile, Compression, Bending, Peel, Shear or Tear |
| Applicable Standard | ASTM, ISO, GB or Customer-specific Procedure |
| Temperature Requirements | Minimum and Maximum Test Temperature |
| Expected Test Force | Working Force and Maximum Expected Load |
| Specimen Dimensions | Length, Width, Thickness and Gauge Length |
| Gripping Requirements | Specimen Type and Required Fixture |
| Strain Measurement | Extensometer Requirements |
| Chamber Configuration | Internal Working Space and Specimen Conditioning |
For applications outside standard configurations, ITM-LAB can evaluate customized chamber dimensions, grips, fixtures and other system requirements.
With 28 years of manufacturing experience, ITM-LAB provides mechanical testing equipment and customized laboratory testing solutions for industrial manufacturers, research institutions and quality control laboratories.
Our team supports customers with application-specific equipment selection, customized grips and fixtures, environmental chamber configuration, technical consultation, equipment installation and operator training.
Multilingual user interface options and after-sales technical support are also available to support customers across different markets.
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The standard RS-8000GDW configuration operates from –40°C to +150°C. Other models within the series provide different high- and low-temperature configurations, with customized solutions available subject to engineering evaluation.
Yes. An appropriate extended low-temperature model can be selected for testing down to –70°C. The environmental chamber, grips and measurement accessories must be compatible with the required test conditions.
The RS-8000GDW Series offers load cell capacities from 500 N to 50 kN. The appropriate capacity should be selected according to the expected working force and measurement requirements.
Yes. The system supports mechanical testing of metals, plastics, rubber, composites and electronic materials when equipped with suitable grips, fixtures and measurement accessories.
Yes. Chamber dimensions and configurations can be customized according to specimen size, fixture requirements and target temperature conditions. The final configuration is subject to engineering confirmation.
Please provide the test material, applicable standard, required temperature range, specimen dimensions, expected maximum force and preferred testing method. Specimen drawings or existing test procedures are also helpful when evaluating the appropriate configuration.
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