WIZARD AUTO | EN Standard Automatic Compression Testers for Cubes and Cylinders
The WIZARD AUTO is the standard, entry-level automatic compression tester from Controls Group. It is specifically designed for laboratories that require a high degree of automation and accuracy without the need for the advanced connectivity or multi-frame expansion found in higher-tier models. It provides a reliable, cost-effective solution for consistent testing of concrete cubes and cylinders.
Key Performance Features
- Automatic Test Cycle: Once the specimen is placed and the rapid approach is completed, the machine automatically executes the test to failure and returns to the start position.
- Simplified Interface: Features a dedicated digital controller with a large graphic display to show real-time load and pace rate.
- High-Speed Pump: Driven by a single-phase motor, the dual-stage pump ensures a fast approach to the specimen and a precise loading phase.
- Safety Features: Includes a pressure limit valve to protect the hydraulic system and a limit switch to prevent piston over-travel.
Technical Specifications
- Capacity: Available in models ranging from 1500 kN to 3000 kN capacity.
- Standards: Fully compliant with EN 12390-4, ASTM C39, and AASHTO T22 testing requirements.
- Accuracy: Certified to Class 1 (ISO 7500-1) and Class A (ASTM E4) starting from 10 percent of the full scale.
- Loading Control: Uses a sophisticated closed-loop PID system to maintain a constant loading rate within plus/minus 2 percent of the selected value.
- Data Export: Includes a built-in USB port for saving test data to a flash drive or connecting to a serial printer for instant hard copies.
- Specimen Types: Pre-set programs for standard cubes (100mm, 150mm) and cylinders (150x300mm, 100x200mm).