The instruments used for force measurements are known as dynamometers or load cells and are generally electronic devices for quantifying tensile or compressive force.
There are many types of force measuring instruments and with an almost infinite limit to their use. Whether for safety or engineering testing, destructive testing or fatigue testing, many industries can benefit from knowing information such as breaking point of an object, elasticity of a material or even just the force needed to open or close a certain object.
A force meter allows the measurement of forces such as compression, tension, elasticity or even friction forces.
These force gauges are typically used for carry out push/pull tests in quality control and during assembly.
Devices are available for industrial applications such as for measuring the closing force of pistons, measuring the breakout forces of cable connections or even for ergonomic measurement such as those used by physiotherapists and doctors to determine loads in the workplace.
Digital versions generally allow the data storage, data export (USB, RS232, Mitutoyo Digimatic or analog output) and further processing on a computer.
Cutting-edge test benches are available for all models which guarantee maximum precision and repeatability in the test series.
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Technical insight
Force measurements are an essential operation in many industrial activities, from engineering to material sciences, from quality control to mass production. There are several available for measuring force: benchtop torque transducers, cap torque transducers, portable torque transducers, torque wrenches, dynamometers and portable force meters, each with its own paragraph and title.
Force measurements with bench torque transducers
Torque transducers are instruments that measure the force applied to an object, usually with a combination of force and torque. Benchtop torque transducers are generally used to measure rotational force in the laboratory. The test consists of applying a torsional force to an object (for example a screw) mounted on the torque meter and measure the instantaneous or peak value using the instrument's digital indicator. Once the torque meter has reached maximum force, this can be read on the display and used to calculate the value of the torque force as a function of the operating cycle.
Force measurements with torque transducers for caps
A common type of torque transducer is the cap torque transducer. These instruments measure the twisting force required to remove or tighten bottle and jar caps. Cap torque transducers are used in various industries, such as food, pharmaceutical and cosmetics. The application of the twisting force on the cap is usually performed by the operator's hand or by using special three- or four-jaw pliers, depending on the type of cap. The applied torque is measured via a digital display and possibly transmitted to a data acquisition system.
Force measurements with portable torque meters
Portable torque transducers are lightweight and versatile tools for measuring torque force. These tools can be used for measuring torque on door locks, seals and bolts. Most portable torque meters come with a digital display that shows the applied torque force in real time. They are capable of measuring a wide range of torsional forces and are designed to be easy to use.
Force measurements with torque wrenches
Torque wrenches are tools used for measuring clamping force. These tools can be configured to apply a specific clamping force when installing bolts or nuts. By using the torque wrench, operators can avoid applying too much or too little clamping force, thereby reducing the risk of material damage. Torque wrenches are commonly used in several industries, including aerospace, automotive, and oil and gas.
Force measurements with dynamometers
Dynamometers are instruments used for measuring force, both inline and offline. They can be used to measure the compressive or tensile force of objects. Dynamometers are often used in the mechanical sector to measure the tensile force of lifting ropes and ropes or to evaluate linear movements of pistons and cylinders. The digital display shows the force expressed in N, Kg, pounds, ounces in real time.
Force measurements with portable force meters
Portable force gauges are tools suitable for testing in the field or in conditions outside the production or assembly line. Portable meters are generally battery powered and allow data to be stored in the internal memory and then transferred to an external computer.
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