ADMET
Norwood, MA 02062
Jul 14, 2004 Portable Gauge Buster enables technicians to collect tension/compression test data in the field. Unit displays live load, load rate, and peak load/stress numerically and with bar graph. Permanent memory saves test procedures and up to 400 results, even when batteries are removed. Test results can be downloaded to computer for viewing results and load/stress vs time graphs. Indicator runs on 4 AA rechargeable batteries, providing 8 hr of continuous operation.

Paul N. Gardner Co., Inc.
Pompano Beach, FL 33060 6608
Apr 21, 2004 LITEMATIC VL-50A uses measuring force of 0.01 N to measure plastic, rubber, film, contact lenses, springs, and thin metallic parts where measuring force can deflect materials, causing errors. Unit offers accuracy of .00004 in./1 µm on total range of 2 in./50 mm at resolution of .0000005 in./0.01 µm.

Imada, Inc.
Northbrook, IL 60062
Apr 16, 2004 Line of Gauges measure friction, force, or pressure for quality control and vital standardization. Offering peak and real-time modes, units accurately calibrate push/pull, twist, peel force, or rotational torque required on bottle caps and tools. Motorized test stand systems may be configured with both digital speed indicator and distance meter accessories. All force and torque gauges have data output capability.

Brudi Bolzoni Auramo
Homewood, IL 60430
Mar 03, 2004 Portable TEST PAD helps eliminate paper roll out-of-roundness by showing real clamping force value with same diameter as paper roll itself. Pad radius provides non-damaging measuring operation. LCD display is battery operated and requires no external power source.

Vishay Intertechnology, Inc.
Malvern, PA 19355 0988
Feb 18, 2004 High-Temperature, Weldable Strain Gages are free-filament wire units pre-bonded to shim stock with flame-sprayed alumina. Bonded wire design resists fatigue, making gages suited for dynamic, impact, or vibratory strain measurements. Devices come with choice of Nichrome V or Pt8W sensor alloys and either of 2 types of pre-attached, high-temperature, insulated cable. All feature nominal resistance of 120 ohms and sensor gage length of 0.25 in.

Vishay Intertechnology, Inc.
Malvern, PA 19355 0988
Feb 17, 2004 Sealed Weldable Strain Gages are pre-bonded with adhesive to thin, 0.005 in. stainless steel carrier. Each is fully encapsulated with protective coat for moisture resistance. Three leadwire configurations are available to provide best fit for application, environment, or installation. All units feature nominal resistance of 350 ohms, nominal gage factor of 2.0, gage length of 0.125 in., and shielded vinyl leadwire. Operating temperature range is 32–180°F.

ADMET
Norwood, MA 02062
Nov 21, 2003 Digital pi Tenacity Meter measures breaking strength and tenacity of fibers, yarns, and fabrics. It provides indication of live load, plus display of breaking strength and tenacity after test has been completed. Results remain displayed until cleared by operator or when next test commences. Programmable calibration is password protected and stored in permanent nonvolatile memory. Unit includes serial RS232 port to transmit test results to remote computer.

Mark-10 Corp.
Hicksville, NY 11801
Oct 08, 2003 Housed in reversible aluminum, Series CG includes RS-232, Mitutoyo, and analog outputs; full computer control; averaging mode; external trigger; and peak reading memory. Additional features include programmable analog and digital filters; selectable units of measurement; and push-button calibration. Offered in 1,000 and 500 lb capacities with accuracies of ±0.2%, series is calibrated with weights traceable to NIST standards.

Machine Solutions Inc.
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
Aug 29, 2003 Software-controlled RX500 Radial Expansion Force Gage equipment measures hoop force of stent and stent graft products during expansion and compression. Equipment employs segmental compression mechanism that provides low-friction testing environment, and interchangeable linear force transducer that maintains resolution at hoop force levels from 0–18 Newtons. Product measures hysteresis, hoop strength, and creep, which can be visualized and recorded.

Mark-10 Corp.
Hicksville, NY 11801
Jun 24, 2003 Model TSF can test up to 1,000 lb of force and accepts variety of force gauges, fixtures, and optional digital travel display. Movable table has tapped holes on surface for fixture mounting. Stand weighs 32 lb and measures 32 x 10 x 9.5 in. Modular design allows it to be used as component of larger or automated systems. Applications include material testing, spring testing, and product integrity testing.

Dillon, A Div. Of Weigh-Tronix
Fairmont, MN 56031
May 05, 2003 Model AFG Force Gauge features Advanced Loadcell Cartridge, which provides interchangeable cartridges from 0.55-220 lbf and automatically recognizes loadcell range. It offers 5000 Hz data processing, RS-232 data transfer, and 0.1% accuracy. Model AFTI Force/Torque Gauge offers same features but without internal loadcell. Basic Force Gauge Model BFG comes in 6 capacities from 2.2 lbf-550 lbf with accuracy of 0.25%. Compact Force Gauge Model CFG is offered in 11 lbf or 45 lbf models with 0.5% accuracy.

AMETEK Test & Calibration Instruments
Largo, FL 33773
Apr 09, 2003 Series LG low-capacity gages are intrinsically safe and provide testing in both tensile and compression modes. Gages include 75 lbf model and provide 0.5% FS accuracy. Measurement dial rotates 360° for easy taring, and reading resolution is accurate to 0.5%. Rotary switch enables fast peak result capture. Built-in safety feature protects against damaging mechanical overload. Metric and imperial versions are available. Gauges can be mounted on mechanical test stands.

Transducer Techniques
Temecula, CA 92590
Apr 04, 2003 TLL Tension Load Cell and PHM-100 Portable Hand-Held Transducer Indicator system is for industrial and OEM force measurement and weighing applications. PHM-100 has Peak Hold feature that captures at less than 1 msec and operates on 9 V battery for 60 hr. Inline TLL is constructed from stainless and offered in ranges from 5,000 to 50,000 lb.

Transducer Techniques
Temecula, CA 92590
Feb 04, 2003 System GS0/DPM-3 combines GS0 Precision Gram Sensor and Model DPM-3 Panel Mount Meter. DPM-3 can be scaled to 5 digits, samples 60 readings per second, and features analog output and true peak reading capability. GS0 tension and compresssion sensor is offered in ranges from 10–1,000 g. Accuracies are consistent with strain gage based load cells.

Shimpo Instruments
Itasca, IL 60143
Jan 22, 2003 FGE-X and FGV-X DART Series 1000 gauges feature 180° flip displays, permitting user to read display right-side up. They include dual direction keypad, variable baud rate for SPC applications, variable display update rate, selectable force indication, and selectable power on/off settings. Designed to fit in palm, all metal units permit accurate measurement and display of compression and tension forces up to 100 lb.

Shimadzu Scientific Instruments, Inc.
Columbia, MD 21046
Oct 29, 2002 Autograph tester model AGS-J measures forces with precision better than ±1% of indicated values within range from 1/1 to 1/250 of rated force. Available capacities range from 20 N to 10 kN with crosshead speed range from 0.5 to 500 mm/min and accuracy of ±0.5% or ±0.025 mm/min. Functions include 1-touch force zero adjustment and crosshead zero positioning, automatic detection of specimen breakdown point, and automatic force calibration.

HBM, Inc.
Marlborough, MA 01752 3014
Aug 07, 2002 AP815, for single strain gages, allows connection of quarter bridges in 4-wire circuit, and half and full bridges in 6-wire circuit. With half bridges, card allows active and compensation strain gages to be arranged separately, and corrects voltage loss at connecting line. Five excitation voltages are available, providing measuring range of 8 to 80 mV/V and 0 V listening mode to assess line noise. Internal shunt resistor per channel is switchable upon user demand.

Transducer Techniques
Temecula, CA 92590
Jul 08, 2002 TRA/TM0-1 system includes TH Series thru-hole load cell and TM0-1 12 Vdc powered amplifier/conditioner module. Compression-type load cell is constructed from stainless steel and is available in ranges from 50 to 50,000 lb. Balance and span pots are low tempco metal film for long-term stability and good resolution. System is suitable for industrial and OEM force measurement and weighing applications. Several units can be powered from common power supply.

Aaliant Fluid Measurement Solutions
Spartanburg, SC 29306
Jun 24, 2002 Strain Gage Target Flow Meter accurately measures flow of liquid, gases, and superheated and saturated steam from -320 to +500°F and up to 15,000 psi. It has no frictional moving parts and has been tested to over 100 million full-scale flow cycles with no measurable effect on performance. Mounting options including inline, insertion and sanitary models.

Cooper Instruments & Systems
Warrenton, VA 20188
May 07, 2002 DFI 4215 microprocessor-based instrument measures and controls strain gage transducer based systems. It combines force channels, encoder position channels, print capabilities, and RS232/485 serial communications. Optional Auto ID feature automatically identifies load cell and applies calibration specifications.