Optical Fiber Cable Crush & Cut through Testing Machine

Torontech's Optical Fiber Cable Crush & Cut through Testing Machine complies with employs an IEC-60794-1-2 Method E3/E12 to perform compression (Crush) test on optical cables.

Cable is laid to rest under compression as per detailed specifications, and then the attenuation of fiber optics is measured. It employs servo-controlled system to apply compressive force on the cable in constant speed and maintains the compression force in specified period.

The plate is mounted on the bottom of moveable crosshead which allows a sample of cable to be crushed between a flat steel base plate and movable steel plate which applies the crushing force uniformly over the length of the sample.

  • Telecommunication Cables – Evaluates resistance to compressive forces during installation and service.
  • Underground and Buried Cables – Confirms durability under soil pressure and external load conditions.
  • Armored and Outdoor Fiber Optics – Tests impact of heavy loads or accidental crushing in harsh environments.
  • Elevator and Vertical Transport Systems – Ensures cables withstand compression within confined routing paths.
  • Industrial and Factory Cabling – Validates performance where cables may be exposed to machinery or structural pressure.
  • Automotive and Rail Wiring – Assesses cable strength under compression and cut-through stress in transport applications.
  • Laboratories and Quality Assurance – Provides standardized IEC 60794-1-2 E3/E12 testing for certification and compliance.

ModelTT-OFCCC
Crush Load capacity10KN
Crosshead travel200 mm
Loading speed0.01 - 500 mm/min
Accuracy
Accuracy class±0.5% - ISO 7500-1, EN 10002-2,ASTM E4, JIS B7721
Load measuring accuracy±0.5% of reading to 1/100 of load weighing system capacity meets or exceeds the requirements of the following standards: ISO 7500-1, EN 10002-2, ASTM E4
Displacement measuring accuracy±0.3%
Position measurement accuracy±0.01% of reading or 0.0001 mm, whichever is greater
Operating Temperature:0 to +38°C (+32 to +100°F)
Humidity Range:10% to 90% non-condensing
Storage Temperature:-40 to +66°C (-40 to +150°F)
Mass of weightsBracket 5 N x 2, Mass 5 N x 2, Mass 10 N x 2
Mass of counter weights5 N x 2, 10 N x 2
Power supplyPlease specify voltage and frequency before placing the order. Power must be free of spikes and surges exceeding 10% of the nominal voltage)
Operational space (WxDxH) mm2000 x 1800 x 1400
Dimension/WeightMachineShipping Package
 Dimensions (LxWxH) mmNet Weight KgDimensions (LxWxH) mmGross Weight Kg
Load frame400 x 400 x 100060500 x 500 x 150080
PC + Table1500 x 800 x 40050900 x 900 x 110070

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