In forging industry, the Charpy impact test can be used to determine the malleability and ductility of a material that is being forged.
In the rubber industry, the test can be used for determining the shock absorbing ability of a type of rubber so that its proper application could be decided.
In plastic industry, the test is used for analyzing the breaking strength of a sample when it is subjected to a high impact from a pendulum. This helps in ensuring that the material is best for an application where it is subjected to such impacts.

Low temperature chambers
the machine has been equipped with cold box (top cover removed). Liquid nitrogen is the typical medium used to cool the specimen.

Separate hammers
Separate 0.5J, 1J and 50J hammers

Interlocked doors
The model complies with CE requirements and cannot operate if the interlocked doors are open.

Compound pendulum, strikers and supports
Selection of add-on weights for compound pendulum, strikers and supports.

Charpy configuration
Charpy configuration, with the horizontal specimen on supports in front of the anvils.

Izod configuration
Izod configuration shown, with one end of the specimen clamped in position.

MODEL 899 SPECIMEN NOTCHER
The Tinius Olsen Model 899 Impact Specimen Notcher for Plastics is designed to machine a notch in a plastic specimen in accordance with ISO 179, ISO 180 (type A notch specimen), ASTM D256 and ASTM 6110.
The Model 899 Specimen notcher features an air cooling system that directs air flow at the cutting area to reduce the risk of thermal degradation of the specimens. A clear safety cover over the cutting area protects the operatorwhile doubling as an attachment for a vacuum system (not supplied) to remove chips from the cutting area.

The Model 799 Notch Depth Verification Device.
After the notching process is completed, the notch depth can be verified by using the Model 799 Notch Depth Verification Device. Optional cutting tools are available to produce ISO type B and C notches.

Horizon Software
Computer assisted data acquisition and machine control system which can be supplied with most Tinius Olsen testing equipment. The Horizon software package allows data to be collected, analyzed, graphed (where appropriate), and stored. If the testing machine allows, it can also provide control over testing operations.
Horizon has a comprehensive selection of pre-defined testing programs which includes powerful analysis of testing data, complex control, and sophisticated reporting. These programs can be modified and further enhanced to fit a customer’s particular requirements. The testing data collected by these programs may be exported to an outside source then later transferred to other data analysis systems. The Horizon databases may also be configured to be shared across several computers on a company’s network thereby allowing the testing programs and testing data to be utilized by multiple systems.
Using Horizon will make easy work of your materials testing, whether it’s designed for the demanding rigors of R&D or the charting and analysis functions of QC testing.

Key Features Overview

Test & Recall
The testing area allows for the viewing of live data from the machine while the test is being performed. Multiple tabs showcase the recalling of previous testing data as well as each testing machine connected to the software. Once a testing tab is created, it never has to be destroyed. When a new testing program needs to be run, simply change the Tab Options and load a new program. Each testing tab can be configured to display custom results, multiple graphs, multiple plots on a single graph, and live data (including custom formulas). Each tab may be customized to suite a user’s preferences.

Method/Output Editor
The testing program transferred from the Library may be customized for the customer in the Method and Output Editors. Create custom batch/sample identifiers for reporting and recalling purposes. Enhance the control of the machine with advanced machine segments. Automatically accept tests then print or email the report based on pre-defined limits. Customize multiple reports for various recipients. Import specimen data (such as dimensions or limits) from an outside file based on an identifier. Export results, limits, statistics, and/or curve points to an external file.

Custom Results
Methods transferred from the Library contain a number of results which have been standardized. In the Result Editor, however, custom result can be created. Such results can might be defined as entry type, a single point along a curve, a calculation between two points along a curve, a live source, or even a calculated formula. Depending upon how the result is created, it can be added to a testing panel to be viewed during the test or added to a report.

Library of Methods
A searchable database containing a variety of pre-defined testing routines. These methods are based on Standards from ASTM, ISO, EN, BS, DIN and many more. These routines include testing in tension, compression, flexure, torsion, melt index, heat distortion, hardness, impact, and more. Each method may be transferred into the user’s main database and customized with their own identifiers, units, report layouts, etc. With each new version update of Horizon, more and more routines are added to the Library.

Help Desk
Access to the tutorials which guide a user is various activities in the software.Displays details of the Software Key including items purchased. System Information displays valuable data regarding the software as well as the computer which it is installed upon. This guides the Tinius Olsen support staff when there are questions regarding system functionality. Please also note this page offers quick access to the Horizon QS program which will allow our Tinius Olsen support staff to take control of the computer when assistance is requested.