Compact force transducer measures large forces precisely

Sensor Review

ISSN: 0260-2288

Article publication date: 1 March 2003

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(2003), "Compact force transducer measures large forces precisely", Sensor Review, Vol. 23 No. 1. https://doi.org/10.1108/sr.2003.08723aad.009

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Emerald Group Publishing Limited

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Compact force transducer measures large forces precisely

Compact force transducer measures large forces precisely

Keywords: Weight, Measurement

Accurate measurement of large compressive forces in areas where only confined mounting space is available is now possible with HBM’s C18 compressive force transducer (Plate 9). Based on the ring torsion principle, the transducer has a low profile and a small diameter, making it compact, lightweight and easy-to-use.

Plate 9 The C18 compressive force transducer from HBM handles nominal (rated) forces up to 4.5 MN

The C18 is available in 11 models with different nominal (rated) forces ranging between 10 kN and 4.5 MN, allowing it to be used in a wide range of applications. The base and thrust piece of the transducer are made from stainless steel. The C18 comes complete with its measuring body and force application parts.

Suitable applications include calibration tasks, such as the classification of material testing machines, or ensuring traceability of industrial test equipment.

The force transducer conforms to the European standards EN 10002-3 and ISO 376, respectively. It is guaranteed to an accuracy of 0.5 if supplied with a calibration certificate issued on behalf of the German testing institute, Deutscher Kalibrierdienst (DKD). HBM calibrates its force transducers in its own laboratory, which has been accredited as a DKD laboratory for the past 25 years.

For more information, please contact: Mike Johnson, HBM UK, 1 Churchill Court, 58 Station Road, North Harrow, Middlesex, HA2 7SA. Tel: 020 8515 6100; Fax: 020 8515 6149; E-mail: mike.johnson@uk.hbm.com; Web site: www.hbm.com

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