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The United Testing DSTM Series is a table-top universal testing machine available in 5, 10, 20 and 25 kN capacities - built for plastics, films, rubber, textiles, adhesives and small-fastener testing with DragonFly UTS software included as standard.
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Manufactured by United Testing Systems, our advanced materials testing brand, the DSTM Series is a family of low-to-mid capacity table-top universal testing machines available in four force capacities: DSTM-5 (5 kN), DSTM-10 (10 kN), DSTM-20 (20 kN) and DSTM-25 (25 kN). All four variants share the same dual-column architecture, DragonFly UTS software and DAQC4 hardware controller as the larger DFM floor-model range.
Used by plastics and polymer QC laboratories (bags, films, packaging), rubber and elastomer manufacturers, textile and nonwoven producers, medical device R&D groups, adhesive tape and label QC teams, small-fastener manufacturers, and education and research laboratories – the DSTM Series supports Tensile Testing, Compression Testing, Creep to Fail Testing and Tear Testing across plastics, rubber, textiles, adhesives, films, foams, wood products and related low-force applications.
The DSTM Series is designed to sit on a standard laboratory bench – 63.6 inches (1,615 mm) high by 26.2 inches (665 mm) wide by 15.5 inches (397 mm) deep, weighing 350 lbs (160 kg). A versatile floor stand is available for locations without a suitable bench. Twin ball screw drive with closed-loop servo controls provides ±0.25 mm maximum lateral motion, and DAQC4 hardware with 1,000 Hz data acquisition matches the DFM Series specifications.
Defensible low-to-mid force test data. Speed accuracy ±0.1% of set speed, position accuracy the greater of 0.025 mm or 0.025% of movement – the same accuracy grade as the floor-model DFM Series.
DragonFly UTS pre-configured for polymer and film standards. Test method library covers ASTM D412, D882, D1708, D1876, F2516, ISO 178, ISO 527 series and more – pre-configured at factory before shipping.
Table-top footprint, fits standard QC bench. 63.6 x 26.2 x 15.5 inch dimensions and 160 kg weight sit on a normal laboratory bench without dedicated floor space. Optional floor stand available where bench space is limited.
Universal testing machines study the characteristics of many types of materials, components and structures. They’re helpful, multi-purpose instruments that can support your test and inspection programs – whatever industry you work in.
The ‘universal’ part of the title relates to the many types of tests that can be undertaken with these multi-use devices: from creep to fail and compression testing and from tensile testing to tear testing.
Tensile strength is the maximum stress that a material can withstand while being stretched or pulled before breaking.
Our table model universal testing machines are perfect for testing most materials including plastic, rubber, textiles, metals, composites, adhesives, bolts, screws, fasteners or wood products.
Our table model material testing machines are manufactured in standard sizes, but we often get asked to build taller or wider frames for customers – just get in touch if that sounds helpful!
A compression testing machine is a universal testing machine (UTM) specially configured to determine a material’s strength and deformation behavior under compressive load.
Our latest universal testing machines feature our next generation DragonFly UTS software and control electronics package.
The intuitive workflow-based user interface gives you all of the latest features that a modern UTM machine requires in a powerful but easy-to-use package.
The DragonFly UTS software makes it so simple to set up and run tests. Your data is saved securely, from which you can generate and adapt all types of reports.
Our UTS machine software provides a smooth, intuitive and effortlessly repeatable workflow-based environment. It’s unique to our products, putting you in total control of your universal testing machine, from the first screen to the final data analysis and reporting display. Plus you get intuitive import/export functionality for test methods, raw data and finished test reports.
Our DragonFly UTS Hardware Controller (DHC Controller) ensures you get the most reliable, high-quality data possible. It incorporates some of the most advanced embedded hardware components available.
With standard data acquisition rates of 1,000 Hz, DragonFly UTS’s performance is among the best in the industry.
Our universal testing machines are designed with the future in mind to protect your investment. The forward-thinking controller design features the latest embedded software technology. This future-proofs it against the electronics obsolescence issues that many competitors will soon face.
If you don’t have a table or lab bench to sit our material testing machine frame on…no problem! We also make a versatile floor stand. It will support the weight of your universal testing machine and ensure the grips, fixtures and test area are set at an optimal height for you to use.
Growing your UTM machine system capabilities is easy. You can add to the standard package to support your future testing needs.
The DHC can be configured to accommodate additional external channels via plug-and-play expansion modules. Plus you can add advanced sensors and accessories including a multi-point/multi-axis strain gauge, extensometer systems, laser, optical and video capture systems and more.
Invest in what you need for your lab today – then rest easy that your universal testing machine will support you for many years to come.
The DSTM Series supports test methods across polymer, rubber, film, adhesive and small-fastener testing standards, including:
We make lots of different universal testing machines to pull, compress and twist just about any type of material! Check out some of the following options and remember – we can custom design a UTM machine to suit any unique requirements too, just ask!
We like to share the lessons learnt over 55 years of making universal testing machines. Why not check out this blog that covers the basics of UTM machine testing? Or this one, which outlines some of the different types of universal testing machines and how they can help your R&D and quality control.
When you enquire about the DSTM Series, our United Testing Systems specialists will confirm your typical test force range (helping you choose between DSTM-5, 10, 20 or 25 kN), your primary material type, which standards you test to so DragonFly UTS can be pre-configured, and whether you need the optional floor stand or standard bench mounting.
For purchasing teams, we provide the SKU (once populated), quotation turnaround and technical documentation for internal sign-off – including power supply requirements, bench footprint dimensions, and lead time confirmation.
Every DSTM Series machine is supplied with a 1 year parts and labour warranty as standard – our Industrial Physics group commitment across all brands. Ongoing support focuses on load cell recalibration, DragonFly UTS software updates, additional test method configuration for new standards, and grip and fixture recommendations for new material types. To arrange service, contact our support team.
Beyond the warranty period, the Industrial Physics global service network provides advice on test method interpretation across ASTM and ISO polymer/rubber/film standards, cross-verification between DSTM Series and other UTS product ranges, and integrating the DSTM into a documented QC workflow.
The quick release adapter makes it easy to change between grips on United's Universal Test Machines.
Screw-Action grips are used to test a variety of samples when performing tension tests on a Universal Test Machine.
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Applications: Adhesion Testing, Compression and Crush Testing, Creep to Fail Testing, Flexibility Testing, Materials Testing, Strength Testing, Tensile Testing
Materials: Adhesive, Composites, Elastomers, Film, Foam, Glass, Metal, Plastics and Polymer, Rubber, Steel, Textile, Timber, Wood
Height: 63.6in (1615mm)
Width: 26.2in (665mm)
Depth: 15.5in (397mm)
Weight: 350Lbf (160Kg)
Lateral Motion: ±0.25mm (0.01 in.) maximum over full cross-head travel
Speed Accuracy: ±0.1% of set speed for all forces within the capacity of the machine
Position Resolution: 0.6μm standard (0.06μm with optional high-resolution encoder)
Position Accuracy: The greater of 0.025mm (0.001 in.) or 0.025% of movement
Position Repeatability: ±0.005mm (0.0002 in.)
Drive Resolution: Same as Position Resolution
Yes, there are several different types of UTMs. There are a few different types of machines, including electromechanical (Electric Motor) driven systems and servo-hydraulic driven systems. Not sure which suits your needs? Check out our guide to types of UTMs.
If you’re struggling to make sense of the names or components of your machine, hopefully after reading our UTM glossary you gained more knowledge.
There are a wide variety of tests that UTMs are capable of carrying out – the clue is in the name! Some of the most common universal testing machine tests are:
• Pull-out tests
• Bending tests
• Hysteresis tests
• Tensile tests
• Compression tests
• Adhesion tests
Universal Testing Machines are capable of testing the properties of a wide range of materials, including foam, rubber, plastics, and polymers, wood, metals and textiles.
UTMs are designed to help users test a wide range of materials or product components to meet a variety of industry standards. They are also sometimes used to test materials that do not have a standardized testing method.
UTMs are designed to help users test a wide range of materials or product components to meet a variety of industry standards. They are also sometimes used to test materials that do not have a standardized testing method.
Choose based on the maximum expected test force plus a safety margin. DSTM-5 (5 kN) suits thin films, textiles, small adhesive samples and biomedical materials; DSTM-10 (10 kN) covers most standard plastic film and rubber elastomer testing; DSTM-20 (20 kN) handles thicker plastics, small composites and mid-range adhesive lap-shear tests; DSTM-25 (25 kN) is the top of the DSTM range before stepping up to the DTM Series (50-100 kN) or DFM Series (100-600 kN).
Yes. The DSTM Series is 63.6 inches high, 26.2 inches wide, 15.5 inches deep, and weighs 350 lbs (160 kg). It sits on a standard laboratory or QC bench without dedicated floor space or foundation loading. Where a bench is not available, a versatile floor stand is available separately that supports the DSTM frame’s weight and sets the grips and test area at an operator-friendly height.
DragonFly UTS ships with a large test method library covering ASTM, ISO, BS, EN, GB, DIN and related standards. Common DSTM Series pre-configurations include ASTM D412 (rubber elastomer tensile), ASTM D882 (thin plastic sheeting), ASTM D1708 (plastic microtensile), ISO 527 series (plastic tensile), ISO 178 (plastic flexure), ASTM D1876 (T-peel adhesion), and ASTM F2516 (nitinol wire). Contact us to confirm pre-configured methods.
Yes. The DAQC4 hardware controller supports plug-and-play expansion modules – up to 14 additional channels for extensometers, multi-point/multi-axis strain gauges, laser, optical and video capture systems. Environmental chambers for high or low temperature testing are also available. Because expansion is plug-and-play with automatic recognition, additions can be made after initial installation without controller replacement.
All three ranges share the same DragonFly UTS software, DAQC4 hardware controller, dual column architecture and closed-loop servo drive – so accuracy, data quality and operator interface are consistent. The differences are force capacity and physical form factor: DSTM (5-25 kN) is table-top, DTM (50-100 kN) is mid-capacity table-top, DFM (100-600 kN) is floor-model electromechanical, and DHFM (600-2000 kN) is floor-model hydraulic.
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