Mechanical Shock Test Machine for Controlled Shock Pulse Testing
The ITM-LAB RS-6150 Series Vertical Impact Crash Tester is a fully automatic air-pressure-assisted mechanical shock and collision test system for evaluating the impact resistance, structural integrity and functional reliability of products and assemblies.
The DUT is mounted to the shock table and subjected to a controlled acceleration-time pulse. The system supports half-sine, post-peak sawtooth and trapezoidal shock waveforms, with configurations available for different payloads, pulse conditions and test spaces.
| Up to 1000 g | 30–1000 kg | 3 Shock Waveforms | Up to 1500 × 1500 mm |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half-Sine Acceleration* | Maximum Load Range* | Half-Sine / Sawtooth / Trapezoidal | Test Space* |
*Maximum capability depends on the selected configuration, waveform, pulse duration and loaded test condition.
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For configuration selection, send us your DUT weight, fixture weight, required acceleration, pulse duration and waveform.
Product Overview
Controlled Mechanical Shock Under a Defined Pulse Condition
The RS-6150 is designed to reproduce controlled mechanical shock events that products may encounter during transportation, installation or service.
Instead of evaluating the test by impact force alone, engineers can define the required peak acceleration, pulse duration and waveform.
The mounted specimen can then be inspected and functionally evaluated after the shock sequence to identify mechanical or performance degradation.
Typical test variables include:
Peak Acceleration (g)
Pulse Duration (ms)
Pulse Shape
Test Direction
DUT Mass
Fixture Mass
Typical failure modes can include loose fasteners, connector movement, PCB or solder-joint damage, structural deformation and temporary or permanent functional interruption.
Key Features
| Feature | What It Means for Your Test |
|---|---|
| Three Shock Pulse Profiles | Half-sine, post-peak sawtooth and trapezoidal waveforms support different specified mechanical shock conditions. |
| Wide Test Capacity | Multiple configurations cover maximum loads from 30 kg to 1000 kg, suitable for different DUT and fixture combinations. |
| High-Acceleration Testing | Half-sine configurations provide maximum acceleration up to 1000 g, depending on the selected system and test condition. |
| Multiple Test Spaces | Test spaces range from 400 × 400 mm to 1500 × 1500 mm for different specimen and fixture sizes. |
| Fully Automatic System | Air-pressure-assisted shock and collision system designed for controlled, repeatable laboratory testing. |
| Configuration Support | ITM-LAB evaluates waveform + acceleration + pulse duration + DUT + fixture before recommending a configuration. |
Note: Maximum acceleration, load and pulse capability vary by configuration, waveform, pulse duration and actual loaded test condition.
Shock Pulse Capability
- Half-Sine, Sawtooth & Trapezoidal
The RS-6150 supports three shock pulse profiles.
- HALF-SINE
Provides a smooth acceleration rise and decay. Depending on configuration, maximum half-sine acceleration ranges up to 1000 g.
- POST-PEAK SAWTOOTH
Available for test specifications requiring a sawtooth acceleration-time profile, with maximum acceleration up to 100 g depending on configuration.
- TRAPEZOIDAL
Provides a controlled trapezoidal pulse profile, with maximum acceleration up to 100 g depending on configuration.
The required waveform should be determined by the test specification or application requirement.
Same g Does Not Mean the Same Test
For example:
50 g / 6 ms / Half-Sine
and
50 g / 11 ms / Half-Sine
have the same peak acceleration but different pulse durations.
For this reason, we do not select a mechanical shock test machine by maximum g alone.
Acceleration + Pulse Duration + Waveform + Actual Load
All four matter.
Technical Specifications
Performance
| Parameter | Configuration A | Configuration B | Configuration C | Configuration D |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Test Space | 400 × 400 mm | 700 × 800 mm | 1200 × 1200 mm | 1500 × 1500 mm |
| Max. Load | 30 kg | 100 kg | 300 kg | 1000 kg |
| Half-Sine Max. Acceleration | 1000 g | 600 g | 300 g | 150 g |
| Post-Peak Sawtooth Max. Acceleration | 100 g | 100 g | 50 g | 50 g |
| Trapezoidal Max. Acceleration | 100 g | 100 g | 50 g | 50 g |
Pulse Duration
| Waveform | Config. A | Config. B | Config. C | Config. D |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Half-Sine | 1–30 ms | 3–30 ms | 5–30 ms | 8–30 ms |
| Sawtooth | 3–18 ms | 3–18 ms | 6–18 ms | 8–18 ms |
| Trapezoidal | 3–30 ms | 3–30 ms | 6–30 ms | 8–18 ms |
Machine & Installation Data
| Parameter | Config. A | Config. B | Config. C | Config. D |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tester Size (cm) | 123 × 112 × 233 | 138 × 149 × 245 | 194 × 165 × 245 | 270 × 245 × 300 |
| Machine Weight | 1750 kg | 3800 kg | 6500 kg | 21500 kg |
Controller Size: 60 × 90 × 180 cm
Power Supply: Three-phase AC 380 V, 50/60 Hz
Air Supply: 0.5–0.8 MPa, 2 L/min
Selection Note: Maximum acceleration and available pulse duration depend on the selected configuration and test condition. Final capability should be verified with the intended DUT and fixture.
What Can Be Tested on the RS-6150?
The RS-6150 is designed for mounted components and assemblies that require controlled mechanical shock evaluation. Typical test specimens include automotive electronics, PCB assemblies, power modules, connectors and industrial control equipment.
| Automotive Electronics | Electronic & Electrical | New Energy Components | Industrial Electronics |
|---|---|---|---|
| ECU | PCB Assembly | Power Module | PLC |
| Camera Module | Power Supply | Control Unit | Inverter |
| Vehicle Sensor | Adapter / Charger | Battery Electronics | Servo Controller |
| Power Electronics | Relay / Switch | Electrical Assembly | Industrial Power Supply |
| Connector Assembly | Connector | Connection Components | Communication Module |
From Component-Level Testing to Larger Assemblies
Different RS-6150 configurations are available for different DUT dimensions, fixture sizes and moving loads. The final configuration should be selected according to the required shock pulse and complete mounted test condition.
ECU · PCBA · POWER MODULE · CONNECTOR · SENSOR · CONTROLLER
Select by the Test Condition
DUT Weight Alone Is Not Enough
This is easy to miss when selecting a shock test system.
Suppose the product weighs:
80 kg
and the fixture weighs:
25 kg
The machine does not see an 80 kg load.
80 kg DUT + 25 kg Fixture + Mounting Hardware = Actual Moving Load
Fixture stiffness and mounting arrangement also matter because the fixture transfers the shock pulse from the table to the specimen.
An overly flexible fixture may change the acceleration response seen by the DUT.
How We Select an RS-6150 Configuration
The highest-payload configuration is not automatically the right choice. The required acceleration, pulse duration and waveform still need to be achieved with the actual DUT + fixture installed.
Example Requirement
| Test Information | Example |
|---|---|
| DUT | Automotive ECU |
| DUT Weight | 18 kg |
| Fixture | 7 kg |
| Shock | 50 g |
| Duration | 11 ms |
| Waveform | Half-Sine |
| Standard | IEC 60068-2-27 |
Standards & Test Methods
Mechanical Shock Testing to Defined Requirements
RS-6150 product documentation identifies the system for mechanical shock testing and lists standards including:
IEC 60068-2-27
Mechanical shock — Test Ea
MIL-STD-810
GB/T 2423.5
GB/T 360.23
GB/T 150.18
It also references JJG 541 requirements relating to acceleration amplitude, pulse width, uniformity and transverse motion ratio.
A standard number alone, however, does not determine the correct equipment configuration.
For example, telling us:
“We need IEC 60068-2-27.”
is a useful starting point.
We still need the actual acceleration, pulse duration, waveform and loaded condition before selecting the machine.
Testing to IEC 60068-2-27?
Read our practical guide to shock pulse parameters, procedure, applications and equipment selection.
[ IEC 60068-2-27 SHOCK TEST GUIDE → ]
Mechanical Shock or Drop Test?
A useful distinction:
| RS-6150 Mechanical Shock | Free-Fall Drop Test |
|---|---|
| DUT remains mounted | DUT is released |
| Acceleration specified | Height specified |
| Pulse duration specified | Impact surface specified |
| Waveform controlled | Orientation controlled |
50 g + 11 ms + Half-Sine → Mechanical Shock
1000 mm + Corner + Steel Surface → Free-Fall Drop
This small comparison is enough for the product page. The detailed explanation can stay in your technical content rather than making this page longer.
Why ITM-LAB
- More Than a Machine Specification
Mechanical shock system selection involves more than matching a DUT weight to a payload number.
ITM-LAB can review the complete application before configuration:
- Test Condition Review
Acceleration, pulse duration, waveform and direction.
- DUT + Fixture Evaluation
Actual moving load, mounting arrangement and required test space.
- Fixture Support
Custom mounting solutions can be evaluated for special DUT geometry and test directions.
- Installation & Training
Support for equipment setup, operation and application requirements.
- 28+ Years of Testing Equipment Experience
ITM-LAB has been developing and manufacturing reliability and laboratory testing equipment since 1998.
The objective is not simply to recommend the machine with the largest specification.
- Reproduce the required shock under the actual test condition.
Send Us Your Shock Test Requirement
You do not need a complete specification to start.
Send us what you already know:
DUT: ____________________
Size: ____________________
DUT Weight: ____________________
Fixture Weight: ____________________
Acceleration: ____________________ g
Pulse Duration: ____________________ ms
Waveform: Half-Sine / Sawtooth / Trapezoidal
Standard: ____________________
Not sure about every parameter?
Send us the DUT and applicable standard first. We can work from there.
Define the shock first. Select the machine second.
Can the RS-6150 be used for IEC 60068-2-27 testing?
IEC 60068-2-27 is listed in RS-6150 product documentation. The required acceleration, pulse duration, waveform, DUT mass and fixture condition should still be checked before selecting a configuration.
Which RS-6150 configuration do I need?
Start with your DUT size and weight, fixture weight, required acceleration, pulse duration and waveform. ITM-LAB can then evaluate the required loaded test condition.
Does fixture weight need to be included?
Yes. The fixture and mounting hardware contribute to the actual moving load. Fixture stiffness can also influence shock transmission to the DUT.
What pulse waveforms are available?
The RS-6150 supports half-sine, post-peak sawtooth and trapezoidal shock pulse profiles according to the selected configuration.
Can ITM-LAB provide a fixture for my DUT?
Fixture requirements can be evaluated according to specimen geometry, mass, mounting points, test direction and shock condition.
