Each PCB® Modally Tuned®, ICP® instrumented impact hammer features a rugged, force sensor integrated into the hammer’s striking surface. The hammers are tuned to ensure the structural characteristics of the hammer do not affect measurement results. This is accomplished by eliminating hammer resonances in the frequency range of interest that corrupt test data, resulting in more accurate and consistent measurements.
| Model |
Force Range (±lbf pk) |
Sensitivity
(mV/lbf ±%15) |
Typical Max Freq. (Hz) |
Effective Mass (lb) |
Length (in) |
Typical Uses |
| 086E80 |
50 |
100 |
12000 |
0.17 |
4.2 |
Disk drives, circuit boards, turbine blades |
| 086C01 |
100 |
50 |
10000 |
0.23 |
8.5 |
Lightly damped panels and frames |
| 086C02 |
100 |
50 |
8000 |
0.34 |
8.5 |
Machine tool parts, small engines |
| 086C03 |
500 |
10 |
8000 |
0.34 |
8.5 |
Automobile frames, engines |
| 086C04 |
1000 |
5 |
8000 |
0.34 |
8.5 |
Automobile frames, engines |
| 086D05 |
5000 |
1 |
5000 |
0.7 |
9 |
Light trucks, pumps, turbines |
| 086D20 |
5000 |
1 |
1000 |
2.4 |
14.5 |
Tool/turbine foundations, storage tanks |
| 086D50 |
5000 |
1 |
500 |
12.1 |
35 |
Heavy foundations, ships, buildings |
| 087B50 |
5000 |
1 |
500 |
12.1 |
16 |
Heavy foundations, ships, buildings |
| 086M92-ES |
500 |
10 |
- |
17 |
16 |
Repeatable impacts for industrial applications |
| 088A |
500 |
10 |
2000 |
0.4 |
6.6 |
Reaches areas normally inaccessible for an impulse hammer |
| 086C09 |
500 |
10 |
8000 |
- |
- |
Controlled, repeatable impluse force |
Modal Impact Hammers
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The general rule to follow is that the larger the structure to excite, the larger the impact hammer required. See table above for examples.
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086E80
full specs
- Miniature impulse hammer
- 50 lbf range
- 0.17 lb hammer mass
- 5-44 coaxial jack electrical connector
Rental Includes:
001A20 - Case
018G10 - 10 ft vinyl insulated miniature coaxial cable, 5-44 to 10-32 coaxial plug
084A13 - Extender mass
084A14 - Plastic handle assembly
084A17 - Aluminum handle with 5-44 connector
084A28 - Red vinyl impact cap
Calibration - NIST traceable and ISO 17025/A2LA accredited calibration for single tip (PCB: HCS-2) or each tip (TMS: MCS-H002). See notes on calibration for additional information
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086C01
full specs
- 100 lbf range
- 0.23 lb hammer mass
- BNC coaxial jack electrical connector
Rental Includes:
081B05 - Mounting stud 10-32 to 10-32
084A06 - 0.6" diameter aluminum extender mass
084B03 - Stainless steel hammer tip
084B04 - White plastic hammer tip
084C05 - Soft black hammer tip
084C11 - Super soft red hammer tip
085A10 - Blue cover for medium tip
Calibration - NIST traceable and ISO 17025/A2LA accredited calibration for single tip (PCB: HCS-2) or each tip (TMS: MCS-H002). See notes on calibration for additional information
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086C02
full specs
- 100 lbf range
- 0.34 lb hammer mass
- BNC coaxial jack electrical connector
Rental Includes:
081B05 - Mounting stud 10-32 to 10-32
084A08 - 0.6" diameter steel extender mass
084B03 - Stainless steel hammer tip
084B04 - White plastic hammer tip
084C05 - Soft black hammer tip
084C11 - Super soft red hammer tip
085A10 - Blue cover for medium tip
Calibration - NIST traceable and ISO 17025/A2LA accredited calibration for single tip (PCB: HCS-2) or each tip (TMS: MCS-H002). See notes on calibration for additional information
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086C03
full specs
- 500 lbf range
- 0.34 lb hammer mass
- BNC coaxial jack electrical connector
Rental Includes:
081B05 - Mounting stud 10-32 to 10-32
084A08 - 0.6" diameter steel extender mass
084B03 - Stainless steel hammer tip
084B04 - White plastic hammer tip
084C05 - Soft black hammer tip
084C11 - Super soft red hammer tip
085A10 - Blue cover for medium tip
Calibration - NIST traceable and ISO 17025/A2LA accredited calibration for single tip (PCB: HCS-2) or each tip (TMS: MCS-H002). See notes on calibration for additional information
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086C04
full specs
- 1000 lbf range
- 0.34 lb hammer mass
- BNC coaxial jack electrical connector
Rental Includes:
081B05 - Mounting stud 10-32 to 10-32
084A08 - 0.6" diameter steel extender mass
084B03 - Stainless steel hammer tip
084B04 - White plastic hammer tip
084C05 - Soft black hammer tip
084C11 - Super soft red hammer tip
085A10 - Blue cover for medium tip
Calibration - NIST traceable and ISO 17025/A2LA accredited calibration for single tip (PCB: HCS-2) or each tip (TMS: MCS-H002). See notes on calibration for additional information
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086D05
full specs
- 5000 lbf range
- 0.7 lb hammer mass
- BNC coaxial jack electrical connector
Rental Includes:
081B05 - Mounting stud 10-32 to 10-32
084A09 - 1.0"" diameter steel extender mass
084A50 - Grey super soft tip
084A51 - Adaptor for 084A50
084B03 - Stainless steel hammer tip
084B04 - White plastic hammer tip
084C05 - Soft black hammer tip
084C11 - Super soft red hammer tip
085A10 - Blue cover for medium tip
Calibration - NIST traceable and ISO 17025/A2LA accredited calibration for single tip (PCB: HCS-2) or each tip (TMS: MCS-H002). See notes on calibration for additional information
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086D20
full specs
- 5000 lbf range
- 2.4 lb hammer mass
- BNC coaxial jack electrical connector
Rental Includes:
084A60 - Grey super soft hammer tip
084A61 - Brown soft hammer tip
084A62 - Red medium hammer tip
084A63 - Black hard hammer tip
Calibration - NIST traceable and ISO 17025/A2LA accredited calibration for single tip (PCB: HCS-2) or each tip (TMS: MCS-H002). See notes on calibration for additional information
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086D50
full specs
- 5000 lbf range
- 12.1 lb hammer mass
- BNC coaxial jack electrical connector
Rental Includes:
084A31 - Brown soft hammer tip
084A32 - Red hard hammer tip
*084A30 - Soft grey hammer tip
Calibration - NIST traceable and ISO 17025/A2LA accredited calibration for single tip (PCB: HCS-2) or each tip (TMS: MCS-H002). See notes on calibration for additional information>
Rental Shipping Cases - Hammer and all items above ship in a case with custom foam unique to The Modal Shop Rental Program, pictured here. No additional packaging is required. Case with hammer and items is 44" x 16" x 6"”, 36.5 lbs.
*Note: The soft grey tip is no longer supplied by PCB. The Modal Shop can provide this tip upon request.
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087B50
full specs
- Instrumented head assembly for mounting to user's impactor
- 5000 lbf range
- 12.1 lb hammer mass
- 10-32 coaxial jack electrical connector
Rental Includes:
084A31 - Brown soft hammer tip
084A32 - Red hard hammer tip
*084A30 - Soft grey hammer tip
Calibration - NIST traceable and ISO 17025/A2LA accredited calibration for single tip (PCB: HCS-2) or each tip (TMS: MCS-H002). See notes on calibration for additional information>
*Note: The soft grey tip is no longer supplied by PCB. The Modal Shop can provide this tip upon request.
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086C09
full specs
The Electric Impulse Hammer is designed for applications requiring controlled, repeatable impluse force. Meant to be used for Modal Testing, not for high volume production line applications.
- 1 Impact every 3-Seconds Cycle Time
- Adustable Force Level (max 500 lb)
- External or manually triggered
Rental Includes:
085A10 - Covers for Medium Tip (2)
084C11 - Super Soft (2)
084C05 - Soft Tip (2)
084B04 - Medium Tip
084B03 - Hard Tip
342-0285-01 - Force Adjustment Rod
017 - Power Cord
Calibration - NIST traceable and ISO 17025/A2LA accredited calibration for single tip (PCB: HCS-4) or each tip (TMS: MCS-H004). See notes on calibration for additional information
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086M92-ES
full specs
Heavy duty automated electric impactor
Rental Includes:
084B03 - Stainless steel hard hammer tip
084B04 - White plastic hammer tip
084C05 - Soft black hammer tip
084C11 - Super soft red hammer tip
Foot Pedal Trigger - With 6 foot cable
SDC003-PS24P - AC/DC power supply
003C10- 10 ft sensor cable
Calibration - NIST traceable and ISO 17025/A2LA accredited calibration for single tip (PCB: HCS-2) or each tip (TMS: MCS-H002). See notes on calibration for additional information
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088A
Instrumented modal punch: Perform structural testing on automotive axles, gearbox shafts, machine tools and other points inaccessible by standard impact hammers. Use with your own non-instrumented hammer.
- 500 lbf range
- 0.4 lb mass
- 10-32 Coaxial Jack electrical connector
Rental Includes:
085A25 - Foam grip
084B03 - Stainless steel hammer tip
084B04 - White plastic hammer tip
084A10 - Blue soft hammer tip
084A20 - 2"x1/8" stainless steel hammer tip
Calibration - NIST traceable and ISO 17025/A2LA accredited calibration for single tip (PCB: HCS-4) or each tip (TMS: MCS-H004). See notes on calibration for additional information
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Calibration data is provided electronically (on CD or USB memory stick) or as printed copies, depending on quantity rented and end-user preference.
The Modal Shop has internal calibration intervals set for most test products at 1 year. ANSI/ISO/IEC 17025:2000 makes clear that it is the responsibility of the end-user organization (in this case, the renter) to determine the appropriate calibration interval under the requirements of its own quality system. Per this, calibration certificates of rented equipment have "calibrated on" dates, but blank "calibration due" dates. Rentals ship with a customer specific expected return date in mind - if equipment is expected out for 5 months, the last calibration date will be within the past 7 months. Calibration to additional standards (e.g. Z540 or specific FAA requirements) are possible, but there may be an additional charge.
When a new hammer is rented, it generally includes calibration from PCB with one tip type. Upon recalibration of any hammer at The Modal Shop per the intervals detailed in the paragraph above, the unit is calibrated with each hammer tip. If calibration values are required for each tip, please request at time of rental.
The Modal Shop's Scope of Accreditation can be found here. An example of a calibrations certificate can be found here. Please contact us with questions or if a different calibration will be needed for your rental sensors.