FLASH 11
Featuring FLASH Touch Screen Technology

LSI revolutionized the spring testing industry again with the FLASH series 1,000 lb testers.

  • Standard 10″ range
  • Standard 10″ stroke
  • Smart interchangeable load cells (choose from 8)
  • Easy access to emergency shutoff
  • FLASH 11 & FLASH 24 REQUIRE 240 VAC POWER INPUT
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FLASH 11


LSI revolutionized the spring testing industry again with the FLASH series 1,000 lb testers. Our Whisper Servo drive is a closed loop servo drive that increases rapid travel speed by 200%! Load speeds are now maintained at rapid speed to full load. It operates very quietly at any speed or load. These changes result in faster and quieter testing. Faster test speeds will result in test cycle time reductions of 30% to 400% with the largest time reductions on the heaviest springs.


Smart Interchangeable Load Cells
Choose from of our smart load cells.

 

Quick Change Load Cells
Learn how to take advantage of our latest load cell design to change load cells even faster than before!

 

Check out our FLASH Sorting Package for fast, positive sorting using a FLASH 11 or 24 tester.

 

Includes Length Deflection Compensation

What is length deflection compensation?
All force/length testing devices, regardless of manufacturer, have additional deflection by the load cell and tester frame which occurs as the spring is loaded. If you buy/use a tester without deflection compensation, measurements might include significant length errors. Spring deflection, also known as spring travel or motion, is the action of a compression spring compressing (being pushed), an extension spring extending (being pulled), or a torsion spring winding (being twisted) when a load is applied or released. This is one characteristic (spring deflection) that is measured by a Larson Systems Spring Tester.

Larson Systems has BUILT-IN Length Deflection Compensation so that the user does not have to calculate and apply length corrections. Most competitors do not have length deflection compensation.

With a Larson Systems product, forget about calculating load cell and frame deflection when testing, we’ve got you covered.

Force Specifications

Load Cell
Capacity		 Standard Resolution
0-20% FS 20-100% FS
2 lb 0.0001 lb 0.001 lb
907 g 0.02 g 0.2 g
8.9 N 0.0002 N 0.002 N
11 lb 0.0002 lb 0.002 lb
5 kg 0.1 g 1 g
49 N 0.001 N 0.01 N
22 lb 0.0005 lb 0.005 lb
10 kg 0.2 g 2 g
98 N 0.002 N 0.02 N
66 lb 0.001 lb 0.01 lb
30 kg 0.5 g 5 g
294 N 0.005 N 0.05 N
110 lb 0.002 lb 0.02 lb
50 kg 0.001 kg 0.01 kg
489 N 0.01 N 0.1 N
200 lb 0.005 lb 0.05 lb
91 kg 0.002 kg 0.02 kg
890 N 0.02 N 0.2 N
550 lb 0.01 lb 0.1 lb
249 kg 0.005 kg 0.05 kg
2,447 N 0.05 N 0.5 N
1,000 lb 0.02 lb 0.2 lb
454 kg 0.01 kg 0.1 kg
4,448 N 0.1 N 1 N
Accuracy = ± Full Scale Resolution x 2

Parts and Accessories

Tester

DescriptionPart Number 
FLASH 11 - Automatic Tester with 1,000lb Servo Drive Motor050-0000-0121-00Get Quote
FLASH 11 - Automatic Tester with 1,000lb Servo Drive Motor (High Stiffness)050-0000-0149-00Get Quote

Accuracy Options

DescriptionPart Number 
High Resolution Length025-0000-0455-00Get a Quote
High Stiffness 4.5" Stroke025-0000-0532-00Get a Quote

FLASH Tester Software

Click for information on FLASH Software Interface

DescriptionPart Number 
Basic Software Package050-1000-0039-00Get a Quote
Extra Software Package050-1000-0039-01Get a Quote
Pro Spring Software Package050-1000-0039-02Get a Quote
Fatigue Testing Software Package050-1000-0039-03Get a Quote
Pro Material Software Package050-1000-0039-04Get a Quote
Pro Ultimate Software Package050-1000-0039-05Get a Quote

Quick Change Load Cells

Click here for Quick Change Load Cell Procedure

DescriptionPart Number 
2 lb Quick Change Load Cell (1" Ø platform)025-0000-0814-00Get a Quote
11 lb Quick Change Load Cell (3.5" Ø platform)025-0000-0814-01Get a Quote
22 lb Quick Change Load Cell (3.5" Ø platform)025-0000-0814-02Get a Quote
66 lb Quick Change Load Cell (3.5" Ø platform)025-0000-0814-03Get a Quote
110 lb Quick Change Load Cell (3.5" Ø platform)025-0000-0814-04Get a Quote
200 lb Quick Change Load Cell (3.5" Ø platform)025-0000-0814-05Get a Quote
550 lb Quick Change Load Cell (3.5" Ø platform)025-0000-0814-06Get a Quote
1,000 lb Quick Change Load Cell (3.5" Ø platform)025-0000-0814-07Get a Quote

Original Smart Interchangeable Load Cells

Click here for instructions for changing interchangeable load cells

DescriptionPart Number 
2 lb Smart Interchangeable Load Cell (1" Ø platform)025-0000-0535-00Get a Quote
11 lb Smart Interchangeable Load Cell (3.5" Ø platform)025-0000-0535-01Get a Quote
22 lb Smart Interchangeable Load Cell (3.5" Ø platform)025-0000-0535-02Get a Quote
66 lb Smart Interchangeable Load Cell (3.5" Ø platform)025-0000-0535-03Get a Quote
110 lb Smart Interchangeable Load Cell (3.5" Ø platform)025-0000-0535-04Get a Quote
200 lb Smart Interchangeable Load Cell (3.5" Ø platform)025-0000-0535-05Get a Quote
550 lb Smart Interchangeable Load Cell (3.5" Ø platform)025-0000-0535-06Get a Quote
1000 lb Smart Interchangeable Load Cell (3.5" Ø platform)025-0000-0535-07Get a Quote

Accessories

DescriptionPart Number 
Sorting Devices

Sorting Devices

Larson Systems’ sorting devices are manufactured from quality materials with time proven designs. Reliable, positive sorting action that lets you ship to your customer with confidence.

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FLASH Sorting Package

FLASH Sorting Package

When you need positive sorting done fast, Larson Systems’ FLASH Sorting Package is the solution.

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Thru-Rod Accessory Package (1/16, 3/32, 1/8, 3/16, 1/4" Ø)

Thru-Rod Accessory Package

Part Number: 025-0000-0500-00

If you have springs that tend to buckle like the one pictured above, our thru-rod package can help test these types of springs consistently and easily. Includes rods: 1/16, 3/32, 1/8, 3/16, 1/4″ x 6″ long, accompanying plates with matching holes, and upper and lower plates (no holes).

Installation and Use

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Extension Spring Swivel Wire Hook - 2 lb cap (0.030" Ø wire)

Wire Extension Hooks – 2 lb max (0.030″ Ø)

Part Number: 025-0000-0340-05

Medium duty hooks for your extension testing.

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Extension Spring Swivel Wire Hook - 2 lb cap (0.050" Ø wire)

Wire Extension Hooks – 2 lb max (0.050″ Ø)

Part Number: 025-0000-0340-06

Medium duty hooks for your extension testing.

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Pin Extension Hooks

Pin Extension Hooks

Light duty hooks for your extension testing. The above pictures show 025-0000-0250-05 (including the swivel mount).

Part Number Description
025-0000-0250-01 B Pin Extension Hooks – 2 lb max (Fixed Mount)
025-0000-0250-02 B Pin Extension Hooks – 66 lb max (Fixed Mount)
025-0000-0250-03 B Pin Extension Hooks – 110 lb max (Fixed Mount)
025-0000-0250-04 A Pin Extension Hooks Set – 2 / 66 / 110 lb max (Fixed Mount) Comes with protective carrying and storage case.
025-0000-0250-05 A Pin Extension Hooks Set – 2 / 66 / 110 lb max (Swivel Mount) Comes with protective carrying and storage case.
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Wire Extension Hooks

Wire Extension Hooks

Part Number: 025-0000-0523-00

Medium duty hooks for extension testing. Protective carrying and storage case included with sets.

Part Number Description
025-0000-0340-01 Wire Extension Hooks – 10 lb max (1/16″ Ø wire)
025-0000-0340-02 Wire Extension Hooks – 66 lb max (3/32″ Ø wire)
025-0000-0340-00 Wire Extension Hooks – 110 lb max (1/8″ Ø wire)
025-0000-0340-03 Wire Extension Hook Set – 10 / 66 / 110 lb max. Includes protective carrying and storage case.
025-0000-0514-00 Wire Extension Hooks – 1,000 lb max (5/16″ Ø wire)
025-0000-0523-00 Extension Hook Set – Pin & Swivel – 10 / 66 / 110 / 1,000 lb
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Machined Extension Hooks

Machined Extension Hooks

Part Number: 025-0000-0181-00

Heavy duty hooks for your extension testing.

Part Number Description
025-0000-0183-00 Machined Extension Hooks – 110 lb max
025-0000-0181-00 Machined Extension Hooks – 750 lb max
025-0000-0183-01 Machined Extension Hook Set – 110 / 750 lb max. Includes protective carrying and storage case.
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LSI Wedge Grips

LSI Wedge Grips

Ideal for testing wires, strip material and plastic tape or films. Spring loaded jaws automatically close and tighten as tension is applied.

 

Part Number Description
025-0000-0428-00 Wedge Grips 0-0.350″ (1 Jaw / 1 Grip Set)
025-0000-0428-01 Wedge Grips 0.250-0.600″ (1 Jaw / 1 Grip Set)
025-0000-0428-02 Wedge Grips 0-0.600″ (1 Jaw / 2 Grip Sets)
018-0000-1964-00 Wedge Grips 0-0.350″ (1 Grip Set)
018-0000-1971-00 Wedge Grips 0.250-0.600″ (1 Grip Set)
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Fatigue Plate Assembly (Requires Fatigue Test Option)

Fatigue Plate Assembly

Part Number: 025-0000-0449-01

Test the endurance of your part, and keep track of it’s performance throughout the test. With capability of up to 10 million test cycles, you can put your part in and forget about it! And if the part falls below spec, the test automatically stops.

Test up to 8 springs or other parts at a time with Larson’s Fatigue Plate Assembly. Special knobs keep parts in place during testing; choose diameters between 3/4″, 1/2″, and 1/4″.

  • Up to 10 million cycles
  • Abort test on bad condition
  • Performance test at beginning, during, and after fatigue test as desired
  • 10 million cycle option included with Fatigue Assembly or Pro Ultimate Software Package, or as a separate feature.
How do you use the Fatigue Testing Option?
Typical test:
The part must be cycle tested 90,000 cycles from 2.2 to 1.8″. Performance at the end of the cycle test must maintain load ratings.
The Spring Characteristics
Free Length
Load 1
Load 2
Rate
Solid Height		 3.000″
45 ± 10% @ 2.200″
68 ± 10% @ 1.800″
57.5 ± 10% measured between 2.2 and 1.8″
1.400 max
Test Procedure
F @ L
F @ L
Rate
F @ L
Fatigue
F @ L
F @ L
Rate
F @ L
Fatigue
F @ L
F @ L
Rate
F @ L
Fatigue
F @ L
F @ L
Rate		 45 ± 10 % @ 2.200″
68 ± 10 % @ 1.800″
57.5 ± 10%
@ 2.2″
30,000 cycles @ 1.800″
45 ± 10 % @ 2.200″
68 ± 10 % @ 1.800″
57.5 ± 10%
@ 2.2″
30,000 cycles @ 1.800″
45 ± 10 % @ 2.200″
68 ± 10 % @ 1.800″
57.5 ± 10%
@ 2.2″
30,000 cycles @ 1.800″
45 ± 10 % @ 2.200″
68 ± 10 % @ 1.800″
57.5 ± 10%		 Performance test

Positioning move
Cycle test
Performance test

Positioning move
Cycle test
Performance Test

Positioning move
Cycle test
Performance Test
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Wire Crimp Pull Fixture - Upper

Wire Crimp Pull Fixture – Upper

Part Number: 025-0000-0271-00

Test your wire crimp’s integrity with LSI’s wire crimp fixtures. The upper pull fixture features 18 slots ranging from 0.031″ to 0.437″ and can accommodate up to #4 gage wire. Choose between 110 and 1,000 lb lower grip fixtures.

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Wire Crimp Grip Fixture - Lower 110 lb

Wire Crimp Pull Fixture – Lower

Part Number: 025-0000-0274-00

Test your wire crimp’s integrity with LSI’s wire crimp fixtures. The upper pull fixture features 18 slots ranging from 0.031″ to 0.437″ and can accommodate up to #4 gage wire. Choose between 110 and 1,000 lb lower grip fixtures.

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Wire Crimp Grip Fixture - Lower 1,000 lb

Wire Crimp Pull Fixture – Upper

Part Number: 025-0000-0272-00

Test your wire crimp’s integrity with LSI’s wire crimp fixtures. The upper pull fixture features 18 slots ranging from 0.031″ to 0.437″ and can accommodate up to #4 gage wire. Choose between 110 and 1,000 lb lower grip fixtures.

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Smooth Jaw Wire Chucks - 100 lb

Wire Chucks

Part Number: 025-0000-0193-00

For extension wire breakage testing: accepts 0.020″ to 0.312″ Ø wire.

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Serrated Jaw Wire Chucks - 200 lb

Wire Chucks

Part Number: 025-0000-0193-01

For extension wire breakage testing: accepts 0.020″ to 0.312″ Ø wire.

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Smooth Jaw Wire Chucks - 400 lb

Wire Chucks

Part Number: 025-0000-0193-02

For extension wire breakage testing: accepts 0.020″ to 0.312″ Ø wire.

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Air Vibration Damping Feet (Set of 4)

Fatigue Plate Assembly

Part Number: 025-0000-0305-00

Air vibration damping feet make possible very accurate force measurements in normal industrial environments that have floor or building transmitted vibrations. These vibrations may be induced by industrial equipment, local vehicle or rail traffic, and, in some cases, people walking by. The feet attenuates the magnitude of the vibration by 10 to 100 times, making possible accurate force measurements at very light load levels in environments that make testing impossible. The feet should be considered for applications with forces less than 10 lbs. and is highly recommended at less than 2 lbs.

Vibration Damping Table Setup:

  • Mount Air Vibration Damping Feet to bottom of Flash 11 or 24 (Requires 4)
  • Fill with air
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Foam Vibration Damping Pad

Vibration Damping Pad

Part Number: 025-0000-0227-00

Foam Vibration Damping Pad

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Dust Cover

Dust Cover

Part Number: 059-1000-0008-00

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TUL - Twist Under Load

Twist Under Load

Part Number: 050-0000-0099-00

Graduated Markers
The Twist Under Load has indicating marks that will measure the amount of twist in any given spring.

Capacity
From 10 to 2,000 lbs and up to 4″ Ø.

Captivated Ball Bearings
With lubricated ball bearings, this unit will rotate smoothly and with very light force.

Universal Mounting (excluding the Flash 11 & Flash 24)
Will mount to any Larson tester, or any tester with 5/16-18 mounting holes.

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Shipping Crate for FLASH 11/24 (HEAT TREAT) for export059-0000-0060-01Get a Quote
Set of 2" Spring Platforms (HT Tool Steel, No Hole)025-0000-1597-00Get a Quote

Printer Options

DescriptionPart Number 
Inkjet Printer (with driver install)025-0000-0464-01Get a Quote
Laser Printer (with driver install) B & W025-0000-0464-03Get a Quote
Laser Pro Printer (with driver install) B & W025-0000-0464-04Get a Quote

Installation / Training

DescriptionPart Number 
On-Site Installation & Training100-0000-0006-00Get a Quote