Description
Engineered for Precision. Built for Versatility.
The Series F family of force testers delivers exceptional performance in both tension and compression testing, with robust capacities up to 500 lbF (2.2 kN). Whether you prefer a vertical or horizontal setup, these testers can be adapted seamlessly to your needs, offering a wide range of interchangeable force sensors, grips, and fixtures to handle virtually any testing requirement.
Effortlessly set up, run, and analyze tests with IntelliMESUR® software, from simple routines to complex, multi-step sequences, IntelliMESUR® empowers users with intuitive control—choose a tablet control panel or run it on your own Windows device.
Take your material analysis further with the optional Materials Testing Calculations Module, unlocking key insights with automated calculations such as tensile strength, Young’s modulus, yield point, and more—all at your fingertips.
Need Coefficient of Friction (COF) measurements? An optional module makes it easy to expand your capabilities.
From R&D labs to production floors, the Series F testers are your complete solution for force measurement.
Looking for higher force capacities? Explore our 750 lbf and 1500 lbf models—part of the same trusted Series F IntelliMESUR line.
Why buy from JLW Instruments?
We do more than sell—we calibrate, install, train, and support. Get expert advice, precision setup, and responsive service from a trusted partner in force measurement.
Features
- Factory compensation of test frames and force sensors ensure position accuracy of ±0.002 in / 0.05 mm under any load, at any position.
- Deflection compensation utility can be used to compensate for deflection within the grips and attachments. The deflection offset file can be associated with the test setup file.
- Collects load and travel data at up to 1,000 Hz, and allows up to 4 million data points per run.
- Save or export data automatically or manually. Save individual runs and results to a USB drive or file location of your choice.
- Manual control can be used tor running a quick test without having to create a test profile.
- Control user access with three different permission levels.
Specifications
| F105 | F305 | F505 | F505H | |
| Load capacity*: | 100 lbF [0.5 kN] |
300 lbF [1.5 kN] |
500 lbF [2.2 kN] |
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| Maximum travel: | 18.0 in [457 mm] |
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| Speed range: | 0.02 – 45 in/min [0.5 – 1,100 mm/min] |
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Load accuracy (% of full scale) |
Test frame: ±0.1% Force sensor alone: Series FS05: ±0.1% | Series R07: ±0.15% |
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| Load sampling rate: | 20,000 Hz | |||
| Data acquisition rate: | 1,000 Hz | |||
| Speed accuracy: | ±0.2% of setting, virtually no variation with load | |||
| Distance accuracy: | ±0.002 in [0.05 mm], factory-compensated at up to full load | |||
| Distance resolution: | 0.0005 in [0.01 mm] | |||
| Limit switch repeatability: | ±0.001 in [0.03 mm] | |||
| Power: | Universal input 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 300W | |||
| Fuse type: | 1.2 A, 250V, 3AG, SLO BLO | |||
| Weight (test frame only): | 60 lb [27 kg] |
70 lb [32 kg] |
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| Shipping weight: | 75 lb [34 kg] |
85 lb [39 kg] |
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| Environmental conditions: | Indoor use only Up to 6,500 ft [2,000 m] above sea level Temperature range: 40 – 95°F [5 – 35°C] Humidity range: up to 80% relative humidity at 31°C, decreasing linearly to 50% relative humidity at 40°C, non-condensing Mains supply voltage fluctuations up to ±10 % of the nominal voltage Transient overvoltages up to the levels of Overvoltage Category II Use in environments up to Pollution Degree 2 |
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| Conformance: | CE | |||
| Warranty: | 3 years [see individual statement for further details] | |||
* Load capacity is reduced at higher speeds, as follows:
– F305: limited to 200 lbF [1 kN] above 24 in [610 mm]/min
– F505 / F505H: limited to 300 lbF [1.5 kN] above 24 in [610 mm]/min
Downloads
IntelliMESUR Software
Included Items
Test Frame with Touchscreen Controller
The F105-IMT, F305-IMT, F505-IMT, and F505H-IMT advanced test frames are shipped as shown at left, and include the following accessories:
(1) Control panel, mounting bracket, and hardware
(1) Mounting bracket, column end (F505H only)
(1) USB cable
(1) #10-32M medium hook
(1) 5/16-18M large hook
(1) #10-32F 2” diameter compression plate
(1) #10-32 F/F coupler
(1) Adapter, 5/16-18M to #10-32F
(1) Set screw, #10-32 x 3/4”
(2) Hex nut, #10-32
(1) Power cord
(1) Allen wrench set
Test Frame with Software License for Installing on a PC
The F105-IM, F305-IM, F505-IM, and F505H-IM advanced test frames are shipped as shown at left, and include the following accessories:
(1) Mounting bracket, column end (F505H only)
(1) USB flash drive containing software installation files
(1) USB dongle
(1) USB cable
(1) #10-32M medium hook
(1) 5/16-18M large hook
(1) #10-32F 2” diameter compression plate
(1) #10-32 F/F coupler
(1) Adapter, 5/16-18M to #10-32F
(1) Set screw, #10-32 x 3/4”
(2) Hex nut, #10-32
(1) Power cord
(1) Allen wrench set
This version does not include the touchscreen controller.
Optional Functions
Material Testing Calculations Module
(P/N: IMF002)
Characterize and analyze the behavior of materials, components, and assemblies with a suite of materials testing calculations, including:
- Stress and strain
- Tensile strength
- Shear strength
- Young’s modulus (auto-calculate or manually draw)
- Yield point
- Offset yield (user-specified percentage)
- Rupture
- Percent elongation
- Flexural modulus
- Force per unit width
- Wide variety of results based on the above calculations, such as stress at maximum strain, strain at rupture, etc.
IntelliMESUR® formats calculations into a Results table, with corresponding statistics for multiple runs. View a stress-strain curve with annotated calculations. Display up to 10 runs simultaneously for visual comparison.
Coefficient of Friction (COF) Testing Module
(P/N: IMF001)
Measure static and dynamic COF for a wide range of materials, per ASTM D1894 and other relevant standards. Specify the sled weight and configure data collection start and stop triggers. This module can be ordered upfront or enabled in the field via activation code.
Dimensions Vertical Test Frame- in [mm]
Dimensions Horizontal Test Frame- in [mm]
Related Products
- Available capacities of 100 lbF, 300 lbF, 500 lbF.
- Travel: 18 in [457 mm]
- A-la-carte platform, custom configuration as appropriate for the application and budget.
- Capacity: 100 & 350 lbF
- Basic force testing
- Force gauge based tester
- 225 lbF or 1,100 lbF capacity
- 2 in 1 Laptop Console
- Multistage and basic testing
- Height and distance measurement
- Deflection compensation
- Available capacities of 750 lbF, 1500 lbF
- Travel: 33 in or 55.35 in
- A-la-carte platform, custom configuration as appropriate for the application and budget.
- Capacity: 100 lbF
- Max Travel: 9 in
- Capacity: 200 lbF
- Max Travel: 13 in
- Column Extensions Available
- Capacity: 750 lbF
- Max travel: 6 inches
- Extended Column Available
- Capacity: 1000 lbF
- Max Travel: 3.5 in
- Extended Column Available
- Capacity: 100 lbF
- Max Travel: 6 in
- Extended Column Available
- Capacity: 1000 lbF
- Max Travel: 4 in
- Extended Column Available
- Available capacities of 1 kN, 2.5 kN, 5 kN
- Extensometers are available with this series.
- Material test system, software has inputs for material dimensions used in calculations of results such as strain, modulus, yield...
- Available capacities of 5 kN, 10 kN, 30 kN, 50 kN and 100 kN.
- Extensometers are available with this series.
- Material test system, software has inputs for material dimensions used in calculations of results such as strain, modulus, yield...
- Available capacities of 100 lbF, 300 lbF, 500 lbF.
- Save and recall test setups
- Multistage and basic testing
- Touchscreen or software
- Available capacities of 750 lbF, 1500 lbF.
- Save and recall test setups
- Multistage and basic testing
- Height measurement
- Deflection compensation
- Touchscreen or computer control
- Capacity: 30 lbF
- Max Travel: 1.5 in
- Compression only
- Capacity: 150 lbF
- Max Travel: 6 in
- Extended Column Available
- Capacity: 500 lbF
- Max Travel: 6 in
- Extended Column Available