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New DIN-Rail Amplifier for DC Strain Gage
Transducers |
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Technology: The new Series AP5103 DIN-rail Amplifier is a low cost,
general-purpose, single channel signal conditioner which is compatible
with standard DIN-Rail mounting systems. The AP5103 is designed for
input of pressure, force, torque, weight, and other variables measured
by standard DC-excited strain gage transducers. The AP5103 allows the
user to select filtered analog output of ±5Vdc, ±10Vdc, or 4-20 mA and
will accommodate a wide range of DC strain gage sensors with bridge
resistance of 120 to 10K Ohm. The Series AP5103 is especially
user-friendly, with front panel accessible settings for mode, volts,
current, filter, excitation, and zero. A wide zero and span adjustment
and switch-based shunt cal feature make this versatile unit perfect for
a variety of applications. DIN-Rail design permits easy access to screw
terminal connections for power, analog output, shunt, and sensor
signals. The AP5103 provides exceptional signal stability and accuracy
over a wide range of sensor inputs ... |
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New Texense Strain Gauge Amplifier XN2.1
allows programmable functions without computer |
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Texense International Company, specialist of robust sensors for
embedded measurement introduces a new product. The Texense XN2 is a PCB
analog strain gauge amplifier, with high resolution and high speed, with
offset and gain adjusted by microcontroller. Because of its small size,
the Texense XN2 may be bonded close to the gauges, which will reduce
noise on the signal. When the amplifier is wired to the strain gauge
bridge, the customer may, with a single VPROG signal (no use of a
computer): * adjust the offset, * adjust the gain by applying an effort
on the part, * start a self training cycle for temperature compensation,
* adjust temperature gain compensation depending on part and gauge
materials, * check the gauge bridge state. The Texense XN2 simplifies
strain gauging because it doesn’t need zeroing, nor temperature
compensation for offset or sensitivity. Just bond 1, 2 or 4 gauges on
the part, wire them to the amplifier and it will do the job ! ... |
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Two for the price of one, Dual channel
strain gauge amplifier for a strain gauge signal |
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its SG-2K-Z Althen GmbH Mess- und Sensortechnik – the specialist
for electrical measurement of mechanical values – presents a special
series of its new dual-channel strain gauge amplifier. The amplifier can
be used to evaluate two differently scaled measurement ranges with just
one strain gauge sensor connected. The input signal is switched to both
channels simultaneously and separately amplified for each measurement
range. This means that analog output signals featuring the highest
degree of accuracy and resolution are available for each of the two
measurement ranges. In particular these strain gauge amplifiers are
often used for applications where there are predominantly two different
operating states, such as high and low-pressure states, and where both
states need to be monitored and evaluated accurately with one sensor.
Due to the small span, the low measurement range features a higher level
of absolute accuracy. Fields of application for this technology can be
found in production engineering, e.g. for force fitting processes,
machine construction, test benches and automotive engineering. ... |
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Optical strain gages are unbeatable for
sustained load tests |
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 HBM’s
optical strain gages (SG) now have an improved fatigue life; 10 million
load cycles at an alternating strain of ±3.000µm/m can be attained. This
makes the sensors unbeatable compared with available alternatives when
sustained loading is tested, for example, on fiber-reinforced plastics
at high alternating strain. Optical strain gages are particularly
suitable for measurement in potentially explosive areas and on
high-current and high-voltage components. The relative wavelength
variation resulting from a mechanical strain is linear over a strain
range of more than ±10.000 µm/m. Based on fiber Bragg gratings, several
sensors can be arranged inside a single glass fiber to significantly
reduce installation costs. Optical strain gages are still being tested
to VDI/VDE 2635 – the standard for electrical strain gages, because
optical strain gages have not yet been standardized. ... |
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Kistler CAD Download Service Brings
Sensors and Electronics Straight into Design |
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To allow direct incorporation of Kistler products into CAD
designs, the Kistler CAD Download Service offers prospective and
existing customers a wide range of 3D CAD models free of charge. These
models can be quickly and easily downloaded over the Internet for
immediate importation into CAD designs. This saves the designer the
considerable time otherwise involved in laboriously redrawing Kistler
components. There are 46 different 3D file formats and 28 different 2D
file formats available. All of the data sheets for the products on offer
can also be obtained through this service. Quick and Easy Approach to
Design Data. The CAD data is made easily accessible by the clearly
arranged interface of the Kistler Part Community, which organizes a wide
range of Kistler products (force,
torque and
strain sensors, ... |
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technical articles & products
in the field of:
Strain
sensors / Strain gages |
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all manufacturers and suppliers of strain sensors
force sensors, strain gages, strain links, strain measurement |
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New In-Line Amplifier for DC Strain Gage
Transducers |
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new Series AP5201 In-Line Amplifier from Stellar Technology is a
low cost, easy-to-use, general purpose signal conditioner. This single
channel unit is ideal for DC-excited strain gage pressure transducers,
load cells, and torque transducers. AP5201 features an advanced analog
design which solves the problem of measurement inaccuracy caused by high
electromechanical noise. The AP5201 provides filtered analog output of
±5Vdc, ±10Vdc, or 4-20 mA, which is field-selectable by the user. Zero
and span adjustments are made through coarse rotary switches and
potentiometers. This in-line amplifier will accommodate a wide range of
full-bridge DC strain gage sensors with bridge resistance for 120 to 10K
Ohm. The AP5201 signal conditioner can be placed in-line and away from
high temperature, high humidity, or corrosive environments that the
transducer itself may be exposed to, thus protecting the electronics
from severe conditions and ensuring reliable performance. The AP5201
in-line amp is also useful when mated to miniature and subminiature load
cells or pressure transducers which are too small to ... |
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Compact strain transducer offers high
security for industrial process monitoring |
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HBM has introduced the 6 mm high SLB-700A strain transducer to
measure strains on solid components, such as cranes and bridges, where
high loads need to be measured. The compact size of the strain
transducer means that it can easily be mounted on any component with
standard M6 hexagon socket screws. The SLB-700A has a measuring range of
500 µm/m and provides a high safety reserve with a breaking strain of
300 per cent. The strain is transmitted through the connection with the
component to the strain transducer. The change in length is transmitted
in the strain transducer to an integrated strain gage, which supplies an
output signal through an appropriate circuit that is proportional to the
change in length. The SLB-700A’s housing is made of stainless steel and
meets IP65 to protect the strain transducer against environmental
influences. It can also be used under harsh ambient conditions, such as
in industrial applications. Typical applications for the strain
transducer are ... |
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Strain gages improve printed circuit
board quality |
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 HBM:
has developed micro-strain gages with a size of 1.2 mm x 2 mm to detect
the mechanical stresses that occur during the production of complex
printed circuit boards (PCBs) leading to marked improvements in
production quality. The micro-strain gages can be attached directly to
the PCB to monitor stress levels; for unpopulated PCBs, these are around
850 µm/m, for populated PCBs, around 450 µm/m. Strain gages are needed
for these applications because continuing technological development has
resulted in PCBs that are extremely complex and very densely populated.
This leads to increased mechanical stress and can result in damage to
the electronic components. There is a higher probability that the
completed circuit will then fail. Using HBM’s latest micro-strain gages,
stress measurements can be obtained throughout production including
depanelization, plug assembly, in-circuit testing and installing PCBs in
an enclosure. Measurements can even be performed in a solder bath, where
vast fluctuations in temperature can lead to strain. HBM can also supply
strain gages of the Y series, for example, in linear form (LY4) or in
rosette form (RY9) that are also suitable for these applications. ... |
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Strain links – Force measurement made
easy |
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 Baumer
Electric: DSRT strain links from Baumer are screwed onto the
surfaces of machines that are under pressure. In these positions they
detect linear strains. Thanks to a calibration of the complete system,
the extension can be converted into a force. Since they only need to be
screwed, strain links are easy to install. Therefore, they provide a
good alternative to strain gauges (S/G) that are glued directly onto the
machine or to load cells that have to be integrated into the machine.
This particular task often proves to be complicated and cost-intensive.
Using a strain link can save between 40 and 90 minutes, compared to the
glued S/G. The strain link can also be screwed onto the machine again
easily after needing service. The sensor is reliable with small as well
as superimposed strains. The special geometry of the measuring element
transforms the extension mechanically, which results in higher
resolutions. Additionally, the optimized design of the measuring element
allows to decouple bendings and torsions from the linear extension.
Hence, they do not influence the measurement results. Due to an
integrated amplifier, the design of the sensor is very compact. With the
taring function of the amplifier the sensor can be reset at any time.
Strain links are used for easy force measurements ... |
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New catalog highlights strain gages for
transducer manufacturers |
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 The
latest catalog from HBM highlights the benefits to transducer
manufacturers of using strain gages as the sensing element in many
transducers. Typically manufacturers develop transducers using strain
gages for weighing technology applications - from home scales to crane
scales – and in force and pressure measurement applications. Every
strain gage featured in the catalog is based on the latest carrier
material, PEEKF, which is an enhancement of PEEK that has been used so
successfully to date. PEEKF is less hygroscopic than PEEK preventing
transducer zero drift and, since the material does not tend to distort,
the strain gage lies completely flat on the component to make
installation easier. PEEKF is also more robust than other carrier
materials leading to fewer failures during installation when, for
example, strain gage connections are soldered. The catalog has 48 pages
and presents all of the different strain gage types that are available
as well as accessories such as adhesives, bonding materials, cleaning
and covering agents. Useful background information on the application
and configuration of strain gages is also included in the catalog. ... |
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FUTEK Introduces its Canister/Column Type
High Capacity Load Cell with USB Output Option |
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 FUTEK
Advanced Sensor Technology, Inc. (FUTEK) is now offering its LCA700
High Capacity Load Cell with a USB output option. Since the 4th quarter
of 2008, FUTEK Engineering Labs have been offering USB Output option on
select models. The LCA700 is now part of the FUTEK USB Sensor Solution
series in the high capacity range. Utilizing metal foil strain gage
technology, the LCA700 17-4PH Stainless Steel in 500,000 lbs to 1
million lbs, has a raised Spherical surface to lower the possibility of
off center loading, and comes equipped with a handle for easy carrying.
FUTEK’s Canister (LCA) Series are manufactured in US, and similar to our
entire Load Cell product line, use metal foil strain gauge technology.
For a lower capacity of this style please refer to LCA300 series. High
capacity load cells are used in a wide variety of applications and
industries. Monitoring bridge static, dynamic and earthquake induced
loads, setting up rolling loads at steel mills, monitoring foundation
loads at power plants, and truck scale weighing are a few examples of
high capacity load cell applications. High capacity load cells find use
in many areas such as Bridge/Infrastructure, Power Generation,
Transportation, Aerospace, Construction, Steel, and the Marine
Industries. Canister Load cells are ... |
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Parameter Setting of Industrial Charge
Amplifiers and Transmitters Made Easier with ManuWare |
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ManuWare user interface shows connected instruments, instrument status
and test measurement curves at a glance. The latest generation of
Kistler transmitters (press force transmitter Type 9337A... and
strain transmitter Type 9238A...) is equipped with a serial computer
interface as standard. They can be fully parameterized quickly and
easily using the PC program ManuWare. The proven industrial charge
amplifier ICAM Type 5073A... is also supported by ManuWare. After
connection to the PC, ManuWare recognizes sensors or charge amplifiers
using an AutoScan function and lists them in the program. The status of
recognized devices is shown at a glance. Instrument groups can be
structured as one single project. Parameter configuration is performed
intuitively through device-specific dialogs. A graphical display of the
test measurements and auxiliary functions for scaling indirect
measurement help the user set up force measurement applications. The
number of simultaneously supported measuring channels is only limited by
the power of the computer being used.The settings of the fully
configured devices can be saved on the PC. The resultant back-up files
make it easy to provide replacement instruments or measuring chains with
identical parameter configurations for similar applications. ... |
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