Transverse (Diametral) Extensometers – Model 3575

Designed for general purpose transverse or diametral strain measurement on axially loaded specimens. This model may be used simultaneously with the Model 3542 axial extensometer.

Epsilon extensometers are COMPATIBLE WITH VIRTUALLY EVERY BRAND OF TEST EQUIPMENT and can be supplied with the correct connector to plug in directly, or supplied with a separate conditioner and amplifier.

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Self-supporting on the test sample, these extensometers will work on any width or diameter specimen from 0 to 25 mm (0-1 inch). Most often they are used simultaneously with Epsilon’s axial extensometers, and together these extensometers are suitable for measurement of Poisson’s ratio per ASTM E132, for transverse measurements with anisotropic materials like many composites, and for r-value testing of sheet metal specimens per ASTM E517.

These units easily clip onto the sample and are held in place with an integral spring. Rounded contact surfaces maintain the position on the specimen. All models are high accuracy strain gaged units.

Model 3575 extensometers are strain gaged devices, making them compatible with any electronics designed for strain gaged transducers. Most often they are connected to a test machine controller with electronics for a strain channel, and Epsilon will equip the extensometer with a compatible connector that is wired to plug directly into the controller. For systems lacking the required electronics, Epsilon can provide a variety of signal conditioning solutions that enable connecting to data acquisition systems or other equipment.

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May be left on through specimen failure.
Full bridge, 350 ohm strain gaged design for compatibility with nearly any test system.
All models will measure both positive and negative displacements.
Easy to mount, with integral springs to keep the extensometer on the sample.
Self-supporting on the specimen.
All standard units have linearity readings of 0.20% or better.
Includes the Epsilon Shunt Calibration System for on-site electrical calibration.
Rugged, dual flexure design for strength and improved performance. Much stronger than single flexure designs, this also allows cyclic testing at higher frequencies.
Includes high quality foam lined case and spare set of tool steel knife edges.

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Excitation: 5 to 10 VDC recommended, 12 VDC or VAC max.

Output: 2 to 4 mV/V, nominal, depending on model

Linearity: ≤0.20% of full scale measuring range, depending on model

Temperature Range: Standard (-ST) is -40 °C to +100 °C (-40 °F to 210°F)

Cable: Integral, ultra-flexible cable, 2.5 m (8 ft) standard

Specimen Size: Works with samples up to 25 mm (1 inch) width or diameter

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Connectors to interface to nearly any brand of test equipment
Specialty Knife Edges

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Model 3575 transverse extensometer with ±2.5 mm measuring range. Vertical length shown is the same for ±0.5, ±1.0 and ±2.5 mm measuring ranges.
Configuration for measuring Poisson's ratio - model 3542 (axial) and model 3575 (transverse)
Model 3575 transverse extensometer with ±5.0 mm measuring range. Vertical length shown is the same for ±3.0 and ±5.0 mm measuring ranges.
Model 3575 for compliant materials - special long measuring range (custom model)

Product Videos

Transverse extensometer installation on a composite specimen to measure Poisson’s ratio (Model 3575)

Ordering Information

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Measuring Range i

mm or inches	#
±0.5 mm	-050M	050M
±1.0 mm	-100M	100M
±2.5 mm	-250M	250M
±3.0 mm	-300M	300M
±5.0 mm	-500M¹	500M
±0.020 in	-020T	020T
±0.050 in	-050T	050T
±0.100 in	-100T	100T
±0.150 in	-150T	150T
±0.200 in	-200T¹	200T

Temperature Range

degrees	#
-270 ˚C to 100 ˚C (-454 ˚F to 210 ˚F)	-LT	LT
-40 ˚C to 100 ˚C (-40 ˚F to 210 ˚F)	-ST	ST
-40 ˚C to 150 ˚C (-40 ˚F to 300 ˚F)	-HT1	HT1
-40 ˚C to 200 ˚C (-40 ˚F to 400 ˚F)	-HT2	HT2
-270 ˚C to 200 ˚C (-454 ˚F to 400 ˚F)	-LHT	LHT

Model Number: 3575 – _ _ _ _ – _ _

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Model 3575 Available Versions: ANY combination of measuring range and temperature range listed above is available. Other configurations may be available with special order; please contact Epsilon to discuss your requirements.

¹Special order

Example: 3575-050T-ST: ±0.050 inches measuring range, standard temperature option (-40 °F to 210 °F)