IS 269 1958, BS 12
The instrument employs a friction free, accurate, double lever
system, the load being applied by means of sliding weight on the top
lever. The capacity of the units is 900 kgs. After fixing the briquette in
the jaws, the machine is switched on. The sliding weight slides over
the calibrated lever thus applying tension to the specimen. A micro
switch fitted instantly stop the machine on failure of the briquette
and on failure the tensile load is accurately 0.5kg. By means of a
marker provided on the sliding weight to its zero position. Suitable
for operation on 230 V, 50 cycles, Single Phase, A.C. supply.
Complete with one brass briquette mould and one base plate.