Shock absorber, or damper, testing continues to grow in importance as electric and autonomous vehicle development drives a renewed focus on vehicle handling and ride comfort. MTS offers industry-proven solutions for a full spectrum of damper testing, including advanced capabilities for evolving EV/AV requirements.
Steven Kuplic - MTS Product Managerexplores the capabilities of Model 849 and 850 servo hydraulic damper test systems, which combine precision-engineered load frames and accessories, versatile controls and software, and state-of-the-art monitoring technologies to provide accurate, safe and efficient testing across a full spectrum of conventional and emerging applications.
Optimized over decades of real-world testing, MTS servo hydraulic damper test solutions deliver the dynamic, high-velocity loading required for advanced performance research or demanding, high-cycle durability testing.
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Model 850 Systems are engineered for millions of cycles of high-force, multi-specimen durability testing. They comprise a highly stiff, low-center-of-gravity base, a low-friction MTS Duraglide actuator, and a variety of fixturing for testing up to 6 dampers. |
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Model 849 Systemsare designed for a full range of single-specimen testing, including damper quality, performance and durability applications. An accurate, high-stiffness frame and compact footprint make it ideal for both test lab or production line.
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MTS Damper Software can be used to conduct a complete range of performance and durability testing. It features analysis and automated reporting capabilities, and advanced options such as velocity preservation, jounce bumper locate, NVH and more. | ![]() |
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MTS SafeGuard Technology ensures hydraulic isolation between hydraulic power units (HPUs) and test systems, enabling damper test labs to meet PLd and PLe - the highest performance level requirements for human safety. | ![]() |