Strain Gages
measure of displaced surface elements.
See Also: Strain Gauges, Strain Gage Amplifiers, Strain Gage Signal Conditioners, Strain
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Load Cells
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The heart of each weighing system is a load cell. Load cells are mechanical components which act as force sensors by employing strain gages to provide an electrical output proportional to the applied force. Typically the electrical output is either analog (voltage or current) or digital. Load cells have specific mechanical packaging and sensing orientation to fit into electronic scales, and testing and monitoring systems. Load cells can be used for tension, compression, and/or shear measurement.
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Load Washer
5000 Series
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The Load cell is a stainless steel sub-miniature strain gage based transducer with compensated temperature performance. This type provides measurements up to 20000 lbf with better than ±0.5% (full scale) non-linearity
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Precision Gram Load Cell Universal/ Tension or Compression
GSO SERIES
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The GS0 Series Load Cells can be utilized in tension or compression or both with excellent compliance. The force sensing end of the anodized aluminum GS0 Series is tapped 6-32 thru for attachment possibilities for almost any application. Bonded foil strain gages at the sensing element provide for excellent stability over the suggested temperature range and ensure long term reliability. Call for application assistance.
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Low Profile Universal Tension or Compression Load Cell
LPU SERIES
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Our LPU Series are low profile, universal tension or compression "pancake" type load cells. They are available in 14 ranges from 100 lb through 50,000 lb Hold down bolt holes are provided through the outer diameter and a threaded hole provided through the center for pushing or pulling from either end. The ALB load buttons located in our accessories section, are ideal for compression applications. The LPU Series 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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sbRIO-9219, Non-Enclosed, 100 S/s/channel, 4-Channel C Series Universal Analog Input Module
781027-01
Analog Input Module
Non-Enclosed, 100 S/s/channel, 4-Channel C Series Universal Analog Input Module - The sbRIO‑9219 is designed for multipurpose testing. With the sbRIO‑9219, you can measure signals from sensors such as strain gages, resistance temperature detectors (RTDs), thermocouples, load cells, and other powered sensors, as well as make quarter-bridge, half-bridge, and full-bridge current measurements, with built-in voltage and current excitation. Each channel is individually selectable, so you can perform a different measurement type on each channel. Non-enclosed modules are designed for OEM applications.
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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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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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Force Sensors
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TE Connectivity (TE) designs and manufactures force sensors for applications that require high performance or unique packaging, including electro-mechanical flight control, test and measurement and ultra-low cost OEM load cells for medium to high volumes. Based on our proprietary piezoresistive silicon strain gage (Microfused) technology, our sensors combine durability and long-term stability in extremely low cost packages.
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Junction Boxes
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VPG Transducers created one of the largest load cell and transducer manufacturers in the world when we brought decades of weighing and force measurement experience under one roof. By harnessing the power of our collective expertise and experience in advanced strain gage technology, we are able to continuously challenge the status quo. As trusted partners, we are committed to providing world-class solutions that meet your needs.
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Strain sensors
SG-01
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The Strain Gage SG-01 is the fibre optic equivalent of an electrical strain gage. The Strain Gage SG-01 can be mounted directly on the surface of a structure by means of an adhesive. In this way, the fibre sensor makes direct contact with the surface and therefore measures directly the strain at the surface.
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sbRIO-9236, Non-Enclosed, 10 kS/s/channel, 350 Ω Quarter-Bridge Strain Gage, 8-Channel C Series Strain/Bridge Input Module
781580-01
Strain/Bridge Input Module
Non-Enclosed, 10 kS/s/channel, 350 Ω Quarter-Bridge Strain Gage, 8-Channel C Series Strain/Bridge Input Module - The sbRIO‑9236 measures dynamic strain on all channels simultaneously, allowing for synchronized, high-speed measurements. This capability is important for applications, such as impact tests, that require comparison across many channels at a particular instant in time. The sbRIO‑9236 includes built-in voltage excitation for quarter-bridge sensors. It also has 60 VDC isolation and 1,000 Vrms transient isolation, providing high‑common‑mode noise rejection and increased safety. Non-enclosed modules are designed for OEM applications.
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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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4 2/3 Strain Gage Meter
CS2-SG
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CS2-SG Strain Gauge Indicator has been designed with high accuracy measurement, display and communication of DC signal 0~1.0/~4.0mV or 0~10.0/~40.0mV as like as Load Cell or Strain Gauge.The meter supports Field Calibration function. It can be calibrated with sensor(Load Cell/Strain Gauge) to meet machinery structure.They are also building in 4 Relay outputs, 3 External Control Inputs, 1 Analogue output and 1 RS-485(Modbus RTU Mode) interface with versatile functions such as control, alarm, re-transmission and communication for a wide range of machinery and testing equipments applications.
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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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Through Hole Load Washer Load Cell Compression Only
LWO SERIES
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The LW0 Series are washer shaped, strain gage based load cells that have been most commonly used in fastener testing and thru hole load applications. Our stocked ranges from 2,400 through 300,000 lb compression are made from 17-4ph heat treated stainless steel and are matched to bolt diameters and their specific load characteristics. Modifications of diameters, thicknesses, or load range to a specific diameter for OEM applications are welcomed. 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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Static Soil Tester
GEO-probe
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The complex is implemented on the basis of a portable computer and the CompactRIO control and measuring system. The software for recording and displaying measured signals and control of measuring equipment is developed on LabVIEW. The second modification of the measuring system includes, developed by our company, a miniature digital measuring module of a strain gage with a built-in ADC and inclinometer and a USB interface for connecting the digital measuring module of the probe to the computer.
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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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High Temperature Diametral Extensometers (1000 C)
Model 3580
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Jinan Testing Equipment IE Corporation
This model is for diametral strain measurement with furnace and induction heating systems. Quartz rods and water-cooling allow the unit to be used for high temperature testing of metals, ceramics and composites. With induction heating, this model often can be used without water-cooling. When used in furnaces, the extensometer is often mounted directly to the furnace side cut-out. Optional load frame mounting brackets are available for supporting the extensometer in cases where furnace mounting is not possible. These optional mounts are used with induction heating or furnace systems. The Model 3580 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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Signal Conditioning Instrumentation
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Columbia Research Laboratories
Columbia offers a wide variety of Signal Conditioning Instrumentation for a variety of Sensor types. These range from Laboratory as well as Airborne Charge Amplifiers, Differential Charge Amplifiers, In-Line Charge Converters, Constant Current Power Supplies and ICP Compliant Amplifiers all in support of Columbia's extensive Piezoelectric product line. Additionally Columbia offers unique Strain Gage Instrumentation Amplifiers which provide built in auto zeroing of gage offset voltages which can increase typical measurement accuracies. These robust Signal Conditioning products have been flight qualified on many current military aircraft and missile programs and are now available for your distinctive program needs.
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NI-9236, 10 kS/s/channel, 350 Ω Quarter-Bridge Strain Gage, 8-Channel C Series Strain/Bridge Input Module
779994-02
Strain/Bridge Input Module
10 kS/s/channel, 350 Ω Quarter-Bridge Strain Gage, 8-Channel C Series Strain/Bridge Input Module - The NI‑9236 measures dynamic strain on all channels simultaneously, allowing for synchronized, high-speed measurements. This capability is important for applications, such as impact tests, that require comparison across many channels at a particular instant in time. The NI‑9236 includes built-in voltage excitation for quarter-bridge sensors. It also has 60 VDC isolation and 1,000 V rms transient isolation, providing high‑common‑mode noise rejection and increased safety.
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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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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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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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General Data Acquisition Device With Strain Gage Measurement
Spider-80SG
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The Spider-80SG is a high precision, general purpose data acquisition device featuring strain gage measurement. This device can be used in a variety of physical and measurement tests. The Spider-80SG can acquire data from a strain gage or a wide range of measurement quantities. A variety of general purpose and strain gage based sensors are supported.
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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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PTI/PMAC/USB Sensor System Examples
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*System for any strain gage based sensor*Compatible with every sensor is this catalog*Process monitoring*Process control*Portable datalogging*Portable, compact, and lightweight
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Torque Transducers
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The technology behind our torque sensors are strain gages. These gages are arranged into a Wheatstone Bridge circuit, which converts the physical, mechanical force into an electrical signal that can be filtered, displayed, and recorded for further processing. This very accurate radiometric electrical signal is proportional to the applied mechanical force.
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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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Half Shaft Torque Measurement Systems
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Advanced Telemetrics International
ATi’s Half Shaft Telemetry System transmits torque signals from rotating shafts to a stationary telemetry receiver. It connects directly to strain gages adhered to the shaft converting it into a torque sensor allowing it to transmit shaft torque while the vehicle is operating. This system is a testing tool used by automotive and racing engineers to obtain real-time torque measurements from vehicle drivelines.
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Multi-Channel Telemetry
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The AT7000 multi-channel systems can combine any customized mix of ordinary sensors: strain gages, thermocouples, RTDs, accelerometers, as well as motor/generator field voltages, currents and ground fault currents. The received data is continuously streamed to the user as analog (+/- 10V or 4/20mA) or digital data.
