Strain Gages
measure of displaced surface elements.
See Also: Strain Gauges, Strain Gage Amplifiers, Strain Gage Signal Conditioners, Strain
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High-Temperature Strain Gages
ZWH-, ZWN-, & ZWP-Series
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ZWH-, ZWN-, and ZWP-Series strain gages are designed for dynamic and limited static strain measurement at hightemperature.These strain gages are manufactured using a round wire for superior bonding ability and performance. A high-fatigue wire (Option Z) is also available on each of the gages. These gages are supplied with a fiberglassreinforced tape carrier which holds the grid and leads in place during installation and are bonded using ceramic cements or Rokide® flame spray. The shelf-life of thesegages is 9 months.
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Stress Analysis Strain Gages
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Bondable foil strain gages (strain gauges) available in thousands of possible pattern designs and combinations of grid alloys, backing materials, resistances, and options.
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Strain Sensors
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Conventional strain sensors are based on strain gage technology. In order to effectively measure the strain values in a force or load measurement application, a full, 4 element strain gage bridge circuit is utilized. The configuration is known as a Wheatstone Bridge Circuit. A Wheatstone Bridge has a very linear output in it’s midrange. That being considered +100% to -100% of range. Unfortunately, a Wheatstone Bridge becomes non-linear above the upper and lower extremes of range. Therefore, significant errors can result above the end points when attempting to take precision measurements. It is particularly important to take accurate measurements in some R&D or control applications. To avoid the mentioned error issues, PCB manufactures quartz piezoelectric strain sensors that output the same mV/microstrain sensitivity throughout the entire useful range. Thus, accuracy is improved and control requirements are enhanced that may occur at positive extremes of the measurement range. The models RHM240 and model 740B02 series sensors are the strain sensors for these applications.
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In Line Load Cell (10KN-50KN)
106, 107, 108 Series
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Miniature Threaded in Line Load Cells are strain gage based transducers with temperature compensation and excellent overall performance. This type measures tensile and compressive loads up to 50kN and 10klb with better than ±0.5% non-linearity. This type is also available with fully welded cover.
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Socket Wrench Torque Sensor Reaction Type
SWS SERIES
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Our SWS Series reaction type socket wrench torque sensors are available in ranges from 10 ft-lbs. through 1000 ft-lbs. and provide accurate measurements of bolt or nut wrenching torques. These sensors are bi-directional so both tightening and break-away torques can be measured. These low cost sensors deliver high accuracy and outstanding frequency response. alibration of mechanical torque wrenches may be performed with this sensor. The sensing element incorporates bonded foil strain gages of the highest quality.
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Rugged, Long Gauge Length Extensometers
Model 3543
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Jinan Testing Equipment IE Corporation
With over 15 years of proven reliability in the world’s most demanding testing environments, the Model 3543 extensometer is designed to survive in those applications where standard axial extensometers would not. Designed by Epsilon, the Model 3543 was created to survive specimen failure by separating into two halves, thus preventing permanent damage to the module body. During operation, the upper half of the extensometer pulls out of the main body. Tapered measuring beams activate strain gaged flexures within the unit. This unique design allows long measuring ranges, yet retains compatibility with electronics for strain gaged transducers. These models offer high accuracy and are light weight but rugged, with low operating force. They are tension only units.The units have hardened tool steel knife edges. Standard quick attach wires provided with the extensometer work on flat specimens up to 12 x 31 mm (0.5 x 1.25 inch) and on rounds up to 25 mm (1 inch) diameter. Optional quick attach kit wire forms are available for use on larger samples. See Model 3542L for long gauge lengths with smaller measuring ranges.The Model 3543 extensometers are strain gaged devices, making them compatible with any electronics designed for strain gaged transducers. Most often they are connected to a test machine controller. The signal conditioning electronics for the extensometer is typically included with the test machine controller or may often be added. In this case the extensometer is shipped with the proper connector and wiring to plug directly into the electronics. For systems lacking the required electronics, Epsilon can provide a variety of solutions, allowing the extensometer output to be connected to data acquisition boards, chart recorders or other equipment.
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Load Cell Displays
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We carry a wide range of digital displays for strain gage load cells. There are many options available to our load cell displays such as analog outputs to interface with a PLC, digital outputs for computer interfaces, I/O and relay outputs to control batching and checkweighing scales, and wireless load cell indicators.
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Bridge Amplifier
90376
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This miniature, on-board, transducer amplifier is capable of supplying excitation voltage and amplifying millivolt signals from strain gage based transducers.
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Low Capacity (inch-ounce) Reaction Torque Sensor
RTS SERIES
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The RTS Series torque sensors were designed to fill the need for accurate torque measurements below 62.5 in.lbs. without giving up stiffness or sensitivity to forces from other directions. They are manufactured from sensor quality aluminum and anodized for long term durability. Bonded foil strain gages and materials of the highest quality are installed assuring high reliability. The four bolt hole pattern with the use of our O.D. or I.D. pilots on either end allows simple adaptation to any application.
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SIRIUS Waterproof
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SIRIUS Waterproof - Rugged and Modular Data Acquisition SystemExtremely rugged (IP67 degree of protection) and fully isolated rugged data acquisition system for the most demanding testing in harsh environments. High-precision, high-dynamic, and high-bandwidth for all types of analog signals from IEPE to strain gages.
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General Purpose Reaction Dual Shaft Torque Sensor
STS SERIES
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The STS Series is our general purpose reaction type shaft torque sensor. They are often installed between devices such as motors, switches, shafts or axles, and their mounting plate to provide bi-directional torque output. They are available in six capacity ranges from 600 in-lb through 12,000 in-lb, and are made from 17-4ph heat treated stainless steel. The sensing element incorporates bonded foil strain gages of the highest quality and are sealed for protection against most industrial environments.
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Deflection Gages (Deflectometers)
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Jinan Testing Equipment IE Corporation
Widely used for measuring deformance in three and four point bend tests, compression tests and a variety of general purpose deformations. These strain gaged devices come with a magnetic base for easy mounting.
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16-Channel Bridge Signal Conditioning Unit
ProDAQ 5716
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The ProDAQ 5716 is a 1U high rack-mountable signal conditioning box for standard 19 in. racks. It provides signal conditioning for up to 16 strain gage or ICP sensors. Either one ProDAQ 3416 16-Channel ADC Function Card or up to two ProDAQ 3424 8-Channel 24-bit Sigma-Delta ADC Function Cards can be connected to the unit.
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General Purpose Dual Flange Reaction Torque Sensor
TRS SERIES
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The TRS Series reaction torque sensors offer long term reliability due to non moving parts and state of the art bonded foil strain gages. The anodized aluminum TRS Series is also available as a two axis sensor, torque and thrust, on special request. Whenever possible, the best approach for precision torque measurements is via reaction torque sensing, eliminating high maintenance and high cost of slip rings, bearings, and brushes.
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Prop Shaft Torque Measurement Systems
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Advanced Telemetrics International
ATi Telemetry Systems are typically used to transmit data from rotating shafts or machinery to a stationary receiver. The Miniature Strain Gage Transmitter can be attached to strain gages adhered to your shaft in order to transmit shaft torque and thrust while the system is running.
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Torsion And Shear Strain Gauges
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Shear/Torque Strain Gages are for measuring shear strain and torque, typical applications are for measurements on torsion bars and determining shear stresses in shear beam load cells.
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Mini Load Cells
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Interface Mini™ load cells are designed for light touch, light weight, and compact applications. Our miniature load cells provide exceedingly accurate measurements similar to our LowProfile load cells that have our proprietary strain gages. All our miniature beam load cells, load buttons, load washers, rod end load cells, S-type load cells, and platform scale load cells can all be ordered in range of different sizes. Capacities are available as low as 0.11 lbf (0.5 N) and as high as 1,124K lbf (5,000kN). A variety of our miniature load cells are designed for off-the-shelf and OEM applications. Our engineers can also work with you to design custom load cells to fit your exact specifications and requirements.
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Strain Gage Testing
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Response Dynamics Vibration Engineering, Inc.
Although strain measurement is often a key part of a root cause diagnosis, our analyses often also involve measurements of other parameters such as acceleration, relative displacement, pressure, temperature, flow, speed, load, dynamic stiffness, etc, to explore multiple parameters that may have a cause/effect relationship with the problem at hand. These measurements form part of a fact based hypothesis for the cause of the problem at hand. We use stain gauge testing and/or stain modeling and analysis, in conjunction with our structural dynamics expertise to characterize all the important pieces of the puzzle that come into play with dynamic strain issues (See Diagnostic Testing).
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Through Hole/ Donut Load Cell (3.00 O.D.) Compression Only
THD SERIES
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Our THD Series through hole donut load cells offer an outside diameter of 3.00 inches and up to nine different through hole diameter options per capacity range. These load cells are manufactured from heat treated 17-4 ph stainless steel. The sensing element incorporates bonded foil strain gages of the highest quality and are sealed for protection against most industrial Environments.
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Data Acquisition Conditioner
D4
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The Model D4 Data Acquisition Conditioner is a portable, USB-powered precision instrument for use with resistive strain gages and strain gage-based transducers.
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Press Force Load Cell
6000 Series
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Press Force Load Cells are strain gage based transducers for press-force monitoring. This type offers capacities up to 100 kN with compensated temperature performances. Cable is contained within a stainless steel spring for strain relief purposes for additional protection.
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Linear Strain Gauges
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Linear Pattern Strain Gages are the most straightforward geometry of strain gauge, designed to indicate strain in only a single direction.
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4 Channels, Strain Gauge Measurement
SG1
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Module SG1 is NAI’s latest generation Strain Gage Measurement Module. This intelligent, four-channel module is used on our Multifunction Embedded I/O Boards and Single Board Computers (SBCs).
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Torque Verification
90229
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SDI’s 90229 is designed for calibrating tools used to apply torque including electric and pneumatic power tools, torque sensors, hand and click wrenches. The strain gage based reaction torque sensors in the bench-mount housing remain stationary while torque is applied. The housing dis-assembles by removing two snap pins, allowing the user to easily change socket sizes and capacities.
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Rotating Dual Shaft Torque Sensors
RST SERIES
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The RST- Series is our low range rotating torque sensors that are available in eleven full scale ranges of 10 through 30K inch pounds. The sensing element incorporates bonded foil strain gages of the highest quality along with coined silver slip ring and silver brushes for data transmission. The WR2, Flexural Natural Frequency, and Torsional Stiffness values as stated in the Dynamic Characteristics box below, are approximate and the tabulated data pertains to the torque pickup only, and does not include the effects of couplings or other rotating masses that would be part of a dynamic system.
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In Line Load Cell (200N-5000N)
100 Series
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Miniature Threaded in Line Load Cells are strain gage based transducers with temperature compensation and excellent overall performance. This type measures tensile and compressive loads up to 5000N with better than ±0.25% non-linearity.
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Miniature S-Beam Load Cell
500 Series
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The Miniature S-Beam Load Cell is a bi-directional Aluminium strain gage based transducer with high performance and builtin temperature compensation. This design provides better than ±0.1% (full scale) non-linearity and includes overload protection in both tension and compression directions. Options include IEEE1451.4 TEDS capability.
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T-Rosette Strain Gauges
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Tee Rosette Strain Gages are for measuring orthogonal strains when the principle directions of stress are known. All patterns have two grids oriented at 0° and 90° angles.
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PC/104 8-Channel Smart Sensor Interface
518
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Measures thermocouples, RTDs, strain gages, thermistors, 4-20 mA, voltage and resistance 8 high-accuracy differential input channels Integral sensor excitation Exclusive pulsed excitation minimizes sensor self-heating Configurable sensor type per channel Fully electronic calibration Low power
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sbRIO-9218, Non-Enclosed, 24-Bit, 51.2 kS/s/channel, 2-Channel C Series Universal Analog Input Module
783362-02
Analog Input Module
Non-Enclosed, 24-Bit, 51.2 kS/s/channel, 2-Channel C Series Universal Analog Input Module - The sbRIO‑9218 helps you perform multipurpose testing. With the sbRIO‑9218, you can measure signals from sensors such as strain gages, resistance temperature detectors (RTDs), thermocouples, load cells, and other powered sensors. You also can use the sbRIO‑9218 to perform quarter-bridge, half-bridge, and full-bridge current measurements, with built-in voltage and current excitation. You can individually select and perform a different measurement type on each channel. Additionally, the sbRIO‑9218 features 60 VDC analog input isolation. Non-enclosed modules are designed for OEM applications.
