Concrete

ASTM COMPRESSION TESTERS

Specifications
Capacity. 500,000 lbf. (2,224 kN).
Vertical Clearance. 19.62" (498 mm) without upper platen assembly.
Horizontal Clearance. 14" (355 mm) between uprights.
Ram. 8.75" (222 mm) diameter; 2.5" (64 mm) stroke with overtravel
limit switch protection.
Pump. 1 h.p. (0.7 kw) electro-hydraulic pump mounted within reservoir
with overload protection.
Hydraulic Controls. Pressure compensated flow control valve with 4-position control
lever and adjustable flow valve. Pump Start/Stop Push-buttons.
Lower Platen. 12" w. x 16" d. x 2" h. (305 x 406 x 50 mm) with scribed
concentric circles and lines.
Display System. Digital display with membrane keypad; pace deviation bargraph;
automatic stress calculation; date storage for 500 tests; RS232C
data output and printer ports.
Range. 5,000 to 500,000 lbf. (22.4 to 2,224 kN.).
Accuracy. Factory calibrated to within 1.0% of reading - from 1% to 100%
of machine capacity.
Dimensions. 31.25" w. x 21" d. x 50.75" h. (794 x 533 x 1,289 mm).
Weight. Net 1,700 lbs. (771 kg).

Ordering Information
Note: Upper platen assembly and frame stand not included; order separately.
EI36-3088/02. 110vAC, 60 Hz, 1ø.
EI36-3088/06. 220vAC, 60 Hz, 1ø.
EI36-3088/01. 220vAC, 50 Hz, 1ø.

Accessories
EI37-5500. Platen Set for 6" x 12" (152 x 305 mm) Concrete Cylinders.
EI37-5502. Platen Set for 4" x 8" (102 x 203 mm) Concrete Cylinders.
EI37-5504. Platen Set for 3" x 6"(76 x 152 mm) Concrete Cylinders.
EI37-5510. Platen Set for 2" (50 mm) Cube.
EI37-5512. Platen Set for 6" (15 mm) Cube.
EI37-5518. Platen Set for Blocks up to 12" (300 mm).
EI37-5526. Flexural Attachment.
EI37-5575. Frame Stand.
EI37-4861/02. Portable Impact Tape Printer, Serial Interface.
ACCU-TEK™ 500 Digital Series 110vAC, 50/60 Hz, 1ø.
ASTM C-39; AASHTO T-22. EI37-4861/01. Portable Impact Tape Printer, Serial Interface.
220vAC, 50/60 Hz, 1ø.
■ Selectable display in English and Metric units.
■ Pace Deviation Bar Graph.
■ Automatic stress calculation and display.
■ Safety guards provided as standard.
■ Safety overtravel and overload protection.
■ Adaptable, using a wide range of accessories, for cylinder,
cube, beam, and block specimen testing.
■ Rapid-change platen mounting system for easy accessory
changeover.
■ Meets ASTM and AASHTO specifications.
The ACCU-TEK™ 500 Digital Series compression tester meets the demands
of extensive load capacity testing by combining microprocessor technology with
rugged solid steel frame construction for testing high strength [Link]
space-saving single unit design consists of a heavy duty 500,000 lbf. (2,224 kN)
capacity load frame, hydraulic pump and digital display system.
The digital display system provides an easy-to-use membrane keypad, making
selection of operating parameters a simple process. A pace deviation bar graph
allows for fine adjustment of the loading rate and the automatic stress calculation
is easy to read on the large [Link] system has data storage and transfer
capabilities for 500 tests.
The large lower bearing block, combined with a bellows, eliminates hydraulic leaks
by preventing dust and debris from entering the piston/cylinder seal area of the
load [Link] 14" (355 mm) wide horizontal opening provides complete
accessibility for loading specimens.
With the rapid-change platen system, the operator can quickly and easily mount
a wide range of accessories to the upper crosshead for cylinder, cube, beam, and
block specimen testing – from 2" (50 mm) cubes to 12" (305 mm) masonry blocks.

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Specifications
Capacity. 350,000 lbf. (1,555 kN).
Vertical Clearance. 19.75" (502 mm) without upper platen assembly.
Horizontal Clearance. 11.5" (292 mm) between uprights.
Ram. 7.716" (196 mm) diameter; 2" (50 mm) stroke.
Pump. 1 h.p. (0.7 kw) electro-hydraulic pump mounted within reservoir
with overload protection.
Controls. Pump-mounted pressure compensated flow control valve with
4-position control lever and adjustable flow valve.
Pump on/off switch.
Lower Platen. 10" w. x 14" d. x 1" h. (254 x 355 x 25.4 mm).
Display System. Digital display with membrane keypad; pace deviation bargraph;
automatic stress calculation; data storage for 500 tests; RS232C
data output and printer ports.
Range. 3,500 to 350,000 lbf. (15.5 to 1,555 kN.)
Accuracy. Factory calibrated to within 1.0% of reading - from 1% to 100%
of machine capacity.
Dimensions. 27" w. x 18" d. x 44" h. (686 x 457 x 1,118 mm).
Weight. Net 850 lbs. (385 kg).

Ordering Information
Note: Upper platen assembly and frame stand not included; order separately.
EI36-0718/02. 110vAC, 60 Hz, 1ø.
EI36-0718/06. 220vAC, 60 Hz, 1ø.
EI36-0718/01. 220vAC, 50 Hz, 1ø.

Accessories
EI37-5500. Platen Set for 6" x 12" (152 x 305 mm) Concrete Cylinders.
EI37-5502. Platen Set for 4" x 8" (102 x 203 mm) Concrete Cylinders.
EI37-5504. Platen Set for 3" x 6" (76 x 152 mm) Concrete Cylinders.
EI37-5510. Platen Set for 2" (50 mm) Cube.
EI37-5512. Platen Set for 6" (152 mm) Cube.
EI37-5520. Platen Set for Blocks up to 10" (254mm).
EI37-5524. Flexure Attachment.
ACCU-TEK 350TM Digital Series EI37-5575. Frame Stand.
ASTM C-39; AASHTO T-22. EI37-4861/02. Portable Impact Tape Printer, Serial Interface.
110vAC, 50/60 Hz, 1ø.
■ Automatic stress calculation and display. EI37-4861/01. Portable Impact Tape Printer, Serial Interface.
220vAC, 50/60 Hz, 1ø.
■ Data storage and transfer capabilities for 500 tests.
■ RS-232C communication port for use on personal computers.
■ Solid steel side member construction.
■ Front and rear safety guards provided as standard.
■ Meets ASTM and AASHTO specifications.
■ Adaptable, using a wide range of accessories, for cylinder,
cube, beam, and block specimen testing.
■ Rapid-change platen mounting system for easy accessory
changeover.
For testing a wide range of concrete specimens, the ACCU-TEK™ 350 Digital
Series compression tester provides the ruggedness of solid steel frame
construction with the microprocessor technology of the ELE Advanced Digital
Readout [Link] compact single unit design consists of a heavy duty 350,000
lbf. (1,555 kN) capacity load frame, hydraulic pump and digital readout system.
The digital display system promotes productivity and accuracy with a
simple-to-use membrane keypad and automatic stress calculation. Operating
parameters are easily selected and an accurate loading rate is assured with a Pace
Deviation Bar Graph. Selected English or Metric units are easily viewed on the
large LCD display. Data for over 500 tests may be either stored or transferred.
The 11.5" (292 mm) wide day light opening of the frame provides accessibility
and convenience for placing specimens. Front and rear safety guards are supplied
as [Link] rapid-change platen system facilitates mounting accessories to the
upper crosshead. A wide range of accessories is available for cylinder, cube, beam,
and block specimen testing – from 2" (50 mm) cubes to 10" (254 mm) blocks.

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Using microprocessor technology, the digital readout system automatically displays

load and stress [Link] easy-to-use membrane keyboard makes selection
of operating parameters simple and a pace deviation bar graph allows for fine
adjustment of the loading [Link] system features a large, backlit digital display for
easy viewing.
The compact single unit design offers a large surface area on the lower platen and
a 9" (229 mm) wide horizontal opening between the steel uprights. All hydraulic
pump operating controls are mounted on the front of the unit for easy access, and
the built-in overload protection provides machine and operator safety.
Supplied complete with standard platens, the ACCU-TEKTM 250 machines can test
6" x 12" (152 x 305 mm) cylinders, using either the capping compound or capping
pad methods. Optional attachments make it easy to perform flexure, cube, block,
and small cylinder testing.
The complete system meets ASTM C-39 and AASHTO T-22 specifications
covering the design and accuracy of hydraulic testing machines.

Specifications
Capacity. 250,000 lbf. (1,112 kN).
Frame. Upper and lower steel plate sections with four steel uprights,
threaded and welded into place; 14.75" w. x 12" d. x 37" h.
(375 x 305 x 940 mm).
Ram. 6-1/8" (155 mm) diameter; 3" (76 mm) travel.
Upper Platen. Swivel seat type; 6-1/4” (159 mm) diameter.
Lower Platen. 7" (178 mm) diameter.
Vertical Clearance. 12-1/2" (318 mm); or 14-1/2" (368 mm) with lower spacer
removed.
Horizontal Clearance. 9" (229 mm) between uprights.
Pump. 1 h.p. (0.7kw) electro-hydraulic pump mounted within reservoir
with overload protection.
Controls. Pump-mounted pressure compensated flow control valve with
4-position control lever and adjustable flow valve. Pump On/Off
switch.
Display. Digital display with membrane keypad; pace deviation bargraph;
automatic stress calculation; data storage for 500 tests; RS232C
data output and printer ports.
Range. 2,500 to 250,000 lbf. (11.2 to 1,112 kN).
Accuracy. Factory calibrated to within 0.5% of reading - from 1% to 100%
of machine capacity.
Overall Dimensions. 25.5" w. x 12" d. x 45" h. (648 x 305 x 1,143 mm).
Weight. Net 535 lbs. (243 kg).
ACCU-TEK™ 250 Digital Series
ASTM C-39; AASHTO T-22. Ordering Information
EI36-0650/02. 110vAC, 60 Hz, 1ø.
■ Selectable display in English or Metric units. EI36-0650/06. 220vAC, 60 Hz, 1ø.
■ Automatic stress calculation and display. EI36-0650/01. 220vAC, 50 Hz, 1ø.
■ Data storage and transfer capabilities for 500 tests.
■ RS-232C communication port for use on personal computers. Accessories
■ Adjusts for capping compound or capping pad method, by EI37-5506. Platen Set for 4” x 8” (102 x 203 mm) cylinders.
removing the platen spacer. EI37-5508. Platen Set for 3” x 6” (76 x 152 mm) cylinders.
■ Includes platens for testing standard 6" x 12" (152 x 305 mm) EI37-5514. Platen Set for 2” (50 mm) cubes.
EI37-5516. Platen Set for 6” (150 mm) cubes.
cylinders, frame stand, and download software with RS-232 EI37-5522. Platen Set for 8” x 8” x 16” (203 x 203 x 406 mm) blocks.
cable. EI37-5528. Flexure Attachment.
The lightweight, portable ACCU-TEK™ 250 Digital Series compression tester EI37-5572. Splitting Tensile Strength Bearing Bar.
offers economical, affordable quality testing on-site or in the lab. Each tester EI37-4861/02. Portable Impact Tape Printer, Serial Interface.
consists of a heavy duty 250,000 lbf. (1,112 kN) capacity load frame, hydraulic 110vAC, 50/60 Hz, 1ø.
pump and digital readout system. EI37-4861/01. Portable Impact Tape Printer, Serial Interface.
220vAC, 50/60 Hz, 1ø.

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The compact single unit design offers a large surface area on the lower platen and
a 9" (229 mm) wide horizontal opening between the steel uprights. All hydraulic
pump operating controls are mounted on the front of the unit for easy access,
and the built-in overload protection provides machine and operator safety.
Supplied complete with standard platens, the ACCU-TEKTM 250 machines can
test 6" x 12" (152 x 305 mm) cylinders, using either the capping compound or
capping pad methods. Optional attachments make it easy to perform flexure,
cube, block, and small cylinder testing.
The complete system meets ASTM C-39 and AASHTO T-22 specifications cover-
ing the design and accuracy of hydraulic testing machines.

Specifications
Capacity. 250,000 lbf. (1,112 kN).
Frame. Upper and lower steel plate sections with four steel uprights,
threaded and welded into place; 14.75" w. x 12" d. x 37" h.
(375 x 305 x 940 mm).
Ram. 6-1/8" (155 mm) diameter; 3" (76 mm) travel.
Upper Platen. Swivel seat type; 6-1/4" (159 mm) diameter.
Lower Platen. 7" (178 mm) diameter.
Vertical Clearance. 12-1/2" (318 mm); or 14-1/2" (368 mm) with lower spacer
removed.
Horizontal Clearance. 9" (229 mm) between uprights.
Pump. 1/2 h.p. (0.35kw) electro-hydraulic pump mounted within reser-
voir with overload protection.
Controls. Pump-mounted pressure compensated flow control valve with
4-position control lever and adjustable flow valve. Pump On/Off
switch.
Digital Readout. Digital readout with membrane keypad; pace deviation
bargraph.
Range. 2,500 to 250,000 lbf. (11.2 to 1,112 kN).
Accuracy. Factory calibrated to within 0.5% of reading - from
1% to 100% of machine capacity.
Gauge. 12" (305 mm) diameter; dual scale in lbf. and kN.
Range. 25,000 lbf. to 250,000 lbf. (112 kN to 1,112 kN).
Accuracy. Factory calibrated to within 1% of reading
within range.
Overall Dimensions. 25.5" w. x 12" d. x 45" h. (648 x 305 x 1,143 mm).
Weight. Net 535 lbs. (243 kg).

ACCU-TEK™ 250 Economy Series Ordering Information

ASTM C-39; AASHTO T-22. EI36-0640/02. ACCU-TEK™ 250 Economy Digital Series. 110vAC, 60 Hz, 1ø.
EI36-0640/06. ACCU-TEK™ 250 Economy Digital Series. 220vAC, 60 Hz, 1ø.
■ Available with Digital Readout or 12" (305 mm) EI36-0640/01. ACCU-TEK™ 250 Economy Digital Series. 220vAC, 50 Hz, 1ø.
diameter test gauge. EI36-0655/02. ACCU-TEK™ 250 Economy Gauge Series. 110vAC, 60 Hz, 1ø.
■ Adjusts for capping compound or capping pad method, by EI36-0655/06. ACCU-TEK™ 250 Economy Gauge Series. 220vAC, 60 Hz, 1ø.
EI36-0655/01. ACCU-TEK™ 250 Economy Gauge Series. 220vAC, 50 Hz, 1ø.
removing the platen spacer.
■ Includes platens for testing standard 6" x 12" (152 x 305 mm)
cylinders. Accessories
■ Supplied with Safety Guard Doors as standard. EI37-5506. Platen Set for 4” x 8” (102 x 203 mm) cylinders.
The lightweight, portable ACCU-TEK™ 250 Series compression testers offer EI37-5508. Platen Set for 3” x 6” (76 x 152 mm) cylinders.
economical, affordable quality testing on-site or in the lab. Each tester consists of a EI37-5514. Platen Set for 2” (50 mm) cubes.
heavy duty 250,000 lbf. (1,112 kN) capacity load frame, hydraulic pump and EI37-5516. Platen Set for 6” (150 mm) cubes.
readout system. EI37-5522. Platen Set for 8” x 8” x 16” (203 x 203 x 406 mm) blocks.
EI37-5528. Flexure Attachment.
The Economy Digital Series features a digital readout system that automatically EI37-5570. Frame Stand.
displays load and stress [Link] easy-to-use membrane keyboard makes EI37-5572. Splitting Tensile Strength Bearing Bar.
selection of operating parameters simple and a pace deviation bar graph allows
for fine adjustment of the loading [Link] system features a large, backlit digital
display for easy viewing.
The Economy Gauge Series features an easy-to-read 12" (305 mm) diameter test
[Link] gauge has a knife edge load pointer, maximum load pointer, external
calibration and zero adjustment controls.

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Specifications
Capacity. 250,000 lbf. (1,112 kN).
Frame. Upper and lower steel plate sections with four steel uprights,
threaded and welded into place; 14.75" w. x 12" d. x 37" h.
(375 x 305 x 940 mm).
Ram. 6-1/8" (155 mm) diameter; 3" (76 mm) travel.
Upper Platen. Swivel seat type; 6-1/4" (159 mm) diameter.
Lower Platen. 7" (178 mm) diameter.
Vertical Clearance. 12-1/2" (318 mm); or 14-1/2" (368 mm) with lower spacer
removed.
Horizontal Clearance. 9" (229 mm) between uprights.
Pump. Two-speed concentric; hand-operated with built-in reservoir.
Gauge. 8-1/2" (216 mm) diameter; dual scale in lbf. and kN.
Range. 25,000 lbf. to 250,000 lbf. (112 kN to 1,112 kN).
Accuracy. Factory calibrated to within 1% of reading within range.
Overall Dimensions. 21" w. x 15-1/2" d. x 37" h. (533 x 394 x 940 mm).
Weight. Net 490 lbs. (222 kg); Shpg. 510 lbs. (231 kg).

Ordering Information
Note: Frame stand not included, order separately.
EI36-0657.

Accessories
EI37-5506. Platen Set for 4" x 8" (102 x 203 mm) Cylinders.
EI37-5508. Platen Set for 3" x 6" (76 x 152 mm) Cylinders.
EI37-5514. Platen Set for 2" (50 mm) Cubes.
EI37-5516. Platen Set for 6" (150 mm) Cubes.
EI37-5522. Platen Set for 8" x 8” x 16" (203 x 203 x 406 mm) Blocks.
EI37-5530. Flexure Attachment with 20,000 16 (90kN) Gauge.
EI37-5570. Frame Stand.
EI37-5572. Splitting Tensile Strength Bearing Bar.
EI37-5574/02. Electric Pump Attachment. 110vAC, 60 Hz, 1ø.
EI37-5574/06. Electric Pump Attachment. 220vAC, 60 Hz, 1ø.
EI37-5574/01. Electric Pump Attachment. 220vAC, 50 Hz, 1ø.
Special Note:
The ACCU-TEKTM 250 portable series compression tester does not meet ASTM and
AASHTO specifications due to the use of a hand pump and small diameter gauge with
limited readability.

ACCU-TEK™ 250 Portable Series

■ Compact single unit design.
■ Adjusts for capping compound or capping pad method by
removing the platen spacer.
■ Includes platens for testing standard 6" x 12" (152 x 305 mm)
cylinders.
■ Adaptable, using a wide range of accessories, for flexure, cube,
block, and small cylinder testing.
■ Easy-to-read 8-1/2" (216 mm) diameter test gauge.
The economical and lightweight ACCU-TEK™ 250 Portable Series compression
testing machine is designed for both laboratory and field [Link] compact
single unit design consists of a heavy duty 250,000 lbf. (1,112 kN) capacity load
frame, hand-operated pump, and single gauge for load indication.
The single gauge features an easy-to-read 8-1/2" (216 mm) diameter test gauge.
The gauge has a knife edge load pointer and maximum load indication pointer.
The hand-operated pump system is mounted on the front of the unit for easy
access, and the built-in overload protection provides machine and operator safety.
The unit is supplied complete with standard platens for testing 6" x 12" (152 x
305 mm) cylinders, using either the capping compound or capping pad methods.
Optional attachments make it easy to perform flexure, cube, block, and small
cylinder testing.

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