This pneumatically powered system has been added to the standard manual impact tester to relieve the operator of repetitive lifting of the drop weight and improve the repeatability of the test. The operator simply moves a small ring to a pre-established position on the test tube for selecting the desired drop height. A push of a button then initiates the system to automatically lift the weight to the exact selected position for sample removal and new sample replacement.

This system is especially helpful where the large 8 and 16 pound weights are used. By using a mechanical stop, the test is made more repeatable by eliminating any variation in the drop point by individuals releasing the weight by eye.

• One button operation relieves operators from any arm or finger stress or fatigue caused by repetitive manual testing.
  
• Reduced chances for human error and enhances test repeatability during test audits.
  
• This pneumatic system uses available plant compressed air and needs no electricity - a power failure will not cause the system to stop functioning.
  
• Pre-established positions on test tube at half inch intervals eliminate any human error in setting the drop height.
  
• A special alignment tool comes with the system to assure that the weight always hits the sample at the correct position.
  
• Automation allows more tests to be run in a given amount of time than with a manual impact tester.
  
• Special built-in safety features preclude premature weight drop if air pressure is lost.
  
• Optional 4 lb and 16 lb weight kits - user installable