DST
Force Gauge

7 Measuring range available
from 0 – 2 N up to 0 – 1000 N
Digital force gauge for determination of compression and tension forces, usable for numerous applications in a lot of sectors of industry

Force measuring unit with USB and RS-232 output signal

Low cost basic model for compression and tension forces

Special Features

  • 2 operation modes:
    real time – display the actual tension or compression force
    peak force – to measure the peak force during a test
  • Force gauge DST with high sampling rate of 1000 times/sec to measure the peak force
  • Display update 8 times/sec
  • Output signal:
    – USB
    – RS-232
  • Force gauge DST with user switchable units: N, gf (kgf) and ozf (lbf)
  • Programmable high/low set-points for go/no-go testing:
    Display: good (OK), underrun/exceeding (OK is not displayed)
  • »Zero Set« to zero the gauge in all operating positions
  • Mechanical stopper to prevent sensor-breakdown
  • With the optional software Force Logger Plus up to 4 sensors can be connected simultaneously for data processing to a PC
  • Manufacturers calibration report is included
  • Display can be reversed for inverted use; e. g. on vertical test stand

Standard Features

  • Force measuring device for exact measuring with an accuracy of ±0.2 % full scale ±1 digit
  • Overload protection:
    200 % full scale
  • For hand-held use or mounting on test stand (mounting thread 4 x M4 in back)
  • Easy to operate
  • Force gauge DST with easy to read LCD display
  • Ergonomically-designed, rugged die-cast aluminium housing
  • Operates on rechargeable battery (NiMH) and/or AC adapter
  • Full set of accessories included

 Available Models

Model Capacity
in N		 Resolution
in N		 Measuring Range
in gf; kgf		 Measuring Range
in ozf; lbf
DST-2N 0 – 2 N 0.001 N 0 – 200.0 gf 0 – 8.819 ozf
DST-5N 0 – 5 N 0.001 N 0 – 500.0 gf 0 – 17.64 ozf
DST-20N 0 – 20 N 0.01 N 0 – 2.000 kgf 0 – 4.409 lbf
DST-50N 0 – 50 N 0.01 N 0 – 5.000 kgf 0 – 11.02 lbf
DST-200N 0 – 200 N 0.1 N 0 – 20.00 kgf 0 – 44.09 lbf
DST-500N 0 – 500 N 0.1 N 0 – 50.00 kgf 0 – 110.2 lbf
DST-1000N 0 – 1000 N 1 N 0 – 100.0 kgf 0 – 220.5 lbf

SPECIFICATIONS

Measuring principle: Bidirectional force sensor with strain gauge
Accuracy: ±0.2 % Full Scale ±1 digit
Measuring units: N, gf (kgf), lbf (ozf)
Display: LCD, 4 digits
Overload capacity: 200 % full scale,
Alarm signal at 90 % full scale,
Alarm signal and flashing display at 110 % full scale
Display update rate: 8 times/sec.
Plug gauge: M6 male thread
Measuring frequency: 1000 times/sec
Zero adjustment: 10 % full scale
A/D converter: 16 bit
Output signal: USB (8, 1, N, 256000)
RS-232 (8, 1, N, 19200)
Temperature range: 0 – 40 °C
Air humidity: 20 – 80 % RH
Low battery indicator: Display flashes
Power supply: Rechargeable NiMH batteries (approx. 30 h continuous use without background light, approx. 14 h with background light,
approx. 4.5 h charging time). Charging occurs with AC adapter or by connection via USB cable to a PC or a mobile battery.
Mounting threads
for test stand:		 4 x M4, Depth 8 mm
Housing material: Die-cast aluminium
Dimensions: 181 x 72 x 32 mm (LxWxH)
Weight, net (gross): Approx. 460 g (1300 g)

Specifications subject to change without notice!

STANDARD ACCESSORIES

Force Logger

USB cable approx. 1.5 m long, CD-ROM with USB-driver and software ” Force Logger” for data transfer data evaluation on PC.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ADU-230 – AC Adapter

AC adapter for 100 – 240 V AC
Order number: ADU-230

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Inspection Certificate

Delivery includes a manufacturers inspection certificate free of charge.

STANDARD ATTACHMENT

A-1, S-1 and SR-1 – Small Hook

Aluminium, M6, measuring range up to 100 N
Order number: A-1
Steel, M6, measuring range from 200 N to 500 N
Order number: S-1
Steel, M6, measuring range 1000 N
Order number: SR-1

 

 

 

A-2 and S-2 – Flat Tip

Aluminium, M6, Ø 13 mm, measuring range up to 100 N
Order number: A-2
Steel, M6, Ø 16 mm, measuring range from 200 N to 1000 N
Order number: S-2

 

 

 A-3 and S-3 – Conical Tip

Aluminium, M6, 85°, measuring range up to 100 N
Order number: A-3
Steel, M6, 85°, measuring range from 200 to 1000 N
Order number: S-3

 

 

 

A-4 and S-4 – Chisel Tip

Aluminium, M6, 85°, measuring range up to 100 N
Order number: A-4
Steel, M6, 85°, measuring range from 200 N to 1000 N
Order number: S-4

 

 

 

 A-5 and S-5 – Notched Tip

Aluminium, M6, 90°, measuring range up to 100 N
Order number: A-5
Steel, M6, 90°, measuring range from 200 N to 1000 N
Order number: S-5

 

 

 

 A-6 and S-6 – Extension Shaft

Aluminium, M6, 80 mm, measuring range up to 100 N
Order number: A-6
Steel, M6, 100 mm, measuring range from 200 N to 1000 N
Order number: S-6

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

SW12 – Z-LINK4

Software for Data acquisition by USB output:
– force-time graphs
– determine time period for recording
– display the actual reading
– sampling rate 50 readings per second
– storage of all measured values as CSV,
Requirements: Microsoft Win 7/8/8.1/10
Order number: SW-12

 

 

SW-13 – Force Logger Plus

Software for Data acquisition by USB output:
– data acquisition of 4 force gauges simultaneously
– force gauge function setting
– data storage as CSV file
Requirements: Microsoft Win 7/8/8.1/10
Order number: SW-13

 

 

FOH-1 – Handle

For easy use the force gauge DSV can be equipped with a handle. Therefore especially higher forces can be measured more easily.
Order number: FOH-1

 

 

 

 

 

 

HGB-1 – Hand Grip Belt

For easy use the force gauge DSV can be equipped with a hand grip belt. For max. forces of 200 N.
Order number: HGB-1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Clamping Tools

Depending on the application we have a lot of clamping tools and clamps for force gauge DSV in our program.

Find further information at clamps and testing devices

 

 

 

 

 A-7 and S-7 – Large Hook

Aluminium, M6, measuring range up to 100 N
Order number: A-7
Steel, M6, measuring range from 100 N to 1000 N
Order number: S-7

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A-8 and S-8 – Y-Hook

Aluminium, M6, measuring range up to 100 N
Order number: A-8
Steel, M6, measuring range from 100 N to 1000 N
Order number: S-8

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

40016I – Accumulator

Nickel metal hydride accumulator, 2-pole connector
4.8 V, 800 mAh
Order number: 40016I

 

 

 

 

 

 Calibration Certificate

Calibration certificate with calibration report is optional available.

CONNECTION CABLES

Connecting cable for RS-232 interface for connecting the force gauge to a PC: Sub D9 female, 3 m long
Order number: CB-203

DELIVERY INCLUDES

Force gauge DST with carrying case, standard accessories, AC adapter, USB cable, 1 DC-ROM with USB-driver and software “Force Logger”, manufacturers calibration report, operating instruction in German or English as requested

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