Automated MTS Load Cell

The contractor shall provide one (1) load cell transducer and all labor, materials, equipment, installation services, calibration services, interface hardware, travel, and incidental items necessary to provide a fully operational load measurement solution compatible with the Government-owned MTS Mini-Bionix 858 system. The requirement includes removal of the existing load cell transducer, fabrication and installation of the required top interface plate and bottom adapter plate, operational verification, documentation, and all accessories necessary to provide a fully operational solution. The MTS Mini-Bionix 858 system is identified as the reference platform for compatibility purposes only. Equivalent products meeting all stated salient characteristics and interoperability requirements will be considered. This is a non-personal services requirement. The load cell transducer and associated hardware shall include a minimum twelve (12)-month warranty beginning at final Government acceptance. The warranty shall cover all parts, labor, travel, and technical support required to return the transducer to full operating condition. 

Minimum Technical Requirements (Salient Characteristics) 

The following salient characteristics represent the Government's minimum requirements.  

• Load cell transducer capable of measuring 0N to ±22,000N in tension and compression.  

• Load cell transducer capable of measuring 0Nm to ±200Nm in torsion.  

• Compatible with existing MTS controller hardware, software configuration, and data acquisition interfaces without requiring replacement of the existing MTS Mini-Bionix 858 system.  

• Compatible with MTS Mini-Bionix 858 load frame model 370.02 

• Compatible with existing TDS connectors or provide a complete interface solution.  

• Support load and torque reporting functionality.  

• Provide all adapters, interface hardware, fabricated top interface plate, fabricated bottom adapter plate, mounting hardware, and all accessories necessary to provide a fully operational solution. The MTS Mini-Bionix 858 system is identified as the reference platform for compatibility purposes only.  

• On-site force calibration shall be performed in accordance with ASTM E4-21 from 1% to 100% capacity, and on-site torque calibration shall be performed in accordance with ASTM E2624-17 from 1% to 100% capacity. Calibration shall include NIST-traceable calibration certificates.  

• Include calibration certificates and warranty documentation.