TEX555
The manual test stand TEX555 is designed for simple compression and tensile force tests up to 500 lbf. Hand-operated, it's suitable for a broad range of force measurement applications: push, pull, peel, flexure and much more.
- Crank handle for quickly moving the frame
- Two handle sizes for light or heavy-duty use
- Mechanical interface: Accessory support plate with M5 thread adjustable in position and 1/2-20 thru hole
- Displacement measurement: The TEX555 can be equipped with an optional displacement ruler (resolution 0.001 in)
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Why Choose the TEX555?
The manual test stand TEX555 model is designed for simple compression and tensile testing up to 500 lbf and thanks to its lever handle, it's ideal for medium force testing applications when a quick result is required.
This manual test stand makes accurate and repetitive tensile and compression tests for springs, crimps, foam, peel, crush and much more force testing applications.
Key features

To ensure the force gauge is correctly positioned to test your part, the TEX555 manual frame is an easy-to-use solution. It can be used for tensile or compression testing requiring forces of up to 500 lbf.
The base consists of a flat platform that holds the sample to be tested and on which one column is mounted to support the movable slide. The stroke is 6 in.
- Revolving hand crank, for easy and quick operating test
- Supply with a short and long lever handle for ease hand operation on the all force range up to 500 lbf
- Height of the crosshead is adjustable
- Adjustable bottom fixture mounting plate to ensure proper alignment of sample and force gauge
- Small footprint and portable
- Durable design
- Can be bench mounted
- Optional digital ruler 6 in stroke, reolution 0.001in
Recommended operating conditions:
- Operating temperature: 33 to 90 °F
- Storage temperature: –4 to 113°F
- Relative humidity: 5–95% (non-condensing)
- Maximum altitude: 1,800 mi