ZTS
Force Gauge

10 measuring ranges available
from 0 – 2 N up to 0 – 5000 N
Digital force gauge for determination of compression and tension forces, usable for numerous applications in a lot of sectors of industry, which need a fast measuring frequency

High quality unit with interface (RS-232, USB and analog) and memory This force measuring unit has a fast measuring frequency for exact acquisition of peak values

Force gauge with digital output signal for data processing with a PC

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 ZTS with extremely high sampling rate of 2000 times/sec for fast acquisition of peak values
  • Display update time 16 times/sec
  • Easy to read display (OLED)
  • The header and footer of the display can be customized, as well as switched on and off
  • Programmable high/low set-points for go/no-go testing:
    with color-coded LED display: underrun (-NG) – good (OK) – exceeding (+NG) and relay outputs
  • Storage of 1000 values, which can be recalled:
    – on the display
    – data transfer to a PC
    – for printing with report
  • Output signal:
    – RS-232 for connecting to a PC
    – USB
    – analog ±2 V DC
  • Display can be reversed for inverted use; e. g. on vertical test stand
  • »Zero Set« to zero the gauge in all operating positions
  • Alarm indication in display and output signal in case of overload for test stands of series MX, MX2 and EMX
  • Force gauge with user switchable units: N, kgf (gf) und lbf (ozf)
  • Selectable language (English, German, Italian, French, Spanish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean)
  • Manufacturers inspection certificate is included

Standard Features

  • Force gauge ZTS for exact measuring with an accuracy of ±0.2 % full scale
  • Approx. 200 % overload protection
  • For hand-held use or mounting on test stand
  • Ergonomically-designed, rugged die-cast aluminium housing
  • Non-slip rubber grip
  • Operates on rechargeable battery and/or AC adapter
  • Full set of accessories included

 Available Models

Model Capacity N
 Resolution Capacity gf; kgf Capacity ozf; lbf
ZTS-2N 0 – 2.000 N 0.001 N 0 – 200.0 gf 0 – 7.00 ozf
ZTS-5N 0 – 5.000 N 0.001 N 0 – 500.0 gf 0 – 18.00 ozf
ZTS-20N 0 – 20.00 N 0.01 N 0 – 2.000 kgf 0 – 4.400 lbf
ZTS-50N 0 – 50.00 N 0.01 N 0 – 5.000 kgf 0 – 11.00 lbf
ZTS-100N 0 – 100.0 N 0.1 N 0 – 10.00 kgf 0 – 22.00 lbf
ZTS-200N 0 – 200.0 N 0.1 N 0 – 20.00 kgf 0 – 44.00 lbf
ZTS-500N 0 – 500.0 N 0.1 N 0 – 50.00 kgf 0 – 110.0 lbf
ZTS-1000N 0 – 1000 N 1 N 0 – 100.0 kgf 0 – 220.0 lbf
ZTS-2500N 0 – 2500 N 1 N 0 – 250.0 kgf 0 – 560.0 lbf
ZTS-5000N 0 – 5000 N 1 N 0 – 500.0 kgf 0 – 1100.0 lbf

SPECIFICATIONS

Measuring principle: Bidirectional force sensor with strain gauge
Accuracy: ±0.2 % full scale ±1 digit
Measuring units: N, kgf (gf), lbf (ozf) selectable
Display: OLED, 4 digit
Sampling rate: 2000 times/sec
Overload capacity: Approx. 200 % full scale,
symbol flashes at 110 % full scale
Display update rate: 16 times/sec
Plug gauge: Measuring range up to 1000 N: M6 male thread
Measuring range 2500 N and 5000 N: M10 male thread
Memory: Internal memory for max. 1000 values
recallable peak – compression/tension
Setpoints: Programmable Max/Min setpoint with colour-coded indicators in the LED display
Output signal setpoints: Open collector: +NG, OK, -NG, OVL (to stop feed at Fmax or overload)
Output signal: RS-232 (8, 1, N, 19200),
analog ±2 V DC,
USB
Temperature range: 0 – 40 °C
Air humidity: 20 – 80 % RH, max.
Power supply: Rechargeable NiMH batteries (approx. 6.5 h continuous use,
approx. 2 h charging time) and/or 100…240 V AC adapter
and two adapters (EU/USA)
Housing material: Die-cast aluminium
Dimensions: Measuring Range up to 1000 N: 191 x 75 x 34 mm (LxWxH)
Measuring range 2500 N and 5000 N: 221 x 83 x 44.5 mm (LxWxH)
Weight, net (gross): Measuring range up to 1000 N: approx. 490 g (1400 g)
Measuring range 2500 N and 5000 N: approx. 1100 g (2100 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

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ADW-6010 – AC Adapter

AC adapter for 100 – 240 V AC
Order number: ADW-6010

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Inspection Certificate

Delivery includes a manufacturers inspection certificate free of charge

STANDARD ATTACHMENT UP TO 1000N

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

 A-7 and S-7 – Large Hook

Aluminium, M6, measuring range up to 100 N
Order number: A-7
Steel, M6, measuring range from 200 N to 1000 N
Order numbr: 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 200 N to 1000 N
Order number: S-8

STANDARD ATTACHMENT UP TO 2500N and 5000N

B-1 – Small Hook

Steel, M10
Order number: B-1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

B-2 – Flat Tip

Steel, M10, Ø 23 mm
Order number: B-2

 

 

 

 B-3 – Conical Tip

Steel, M10, 85°
Order number: B-3

 

 

 

 

 

B-4 – Chisel Tip

Steel, M10, 85°
Order number: B-4

 

 

 

 

 

B-5 – Notched Tip

Steel, M10, 85°
Order number: B-5

 

 

 

 

 

B-6 – Extension Shaft

Steel, M10, 100 mm long
Order number: B-6

 

 B-7 – Handle

Steel, M10
Order number: B-7

 

 

 

 

 B-8 – Mounting Screws

4 pieces, steel, M10 x 1
Order number: B-8

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

SW-21 – Force Recorder Light

Software for data acquisition by USB output
– Force-time graph
– Force gauge function setting
– Data storage as CSV file
Requirements: Microsoft Win 7/8/8.1/10
Order number: SW-21

 

 

 SW-22 – Force Recorder Standard

Additional functions in comparison to Force Recorder Light:
5 graphs at maximum can be displayed in a table
Requirements: Microsoft Win 7/8/8.1/10
Order number: SW-22

 

 

 

 

 SW-26 – Force Recorder Plus

Software for Data acquisition by USB output:
– 10 graphs at maximum can be displayed in a table
– data acquisition of 4 force gauges simultaneously
– force gauge function setting
– data storage as CSV file
Requirements: Microsoft Win 8/8.1/10
Order number: SW-26

 

 

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 ZTS can be equipped with a handle. Therefore especially higher forces can be measured more easily (Not For ZTS-2500N and ZTS-5000N).
Order number: FOH-1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 HGB-1 – Hand Grip Belt

For easy use the force gauge ZTS 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 ZTS in our program.

Find further information at clamps and testing devices

 

 

 

 

 40018I – Accumulator

Nickel metal hydride accumulator, 2-pole connector
3.6 V, 1300 mAh
Order number: 40018I

 

 

 

 

 

 Calibration Certificate

Calibration certificate with calibration report is optional available.

CONNECTION CABLES

CB-108 – Connecting Cable analog

Connecting cable for analog output, for connection to a line recorder.
Length approx. 3 m
Order number: CB-108

 

 

 

 

 

CB-208 – Connecting Cable RS-232

Connecting cable for RS-232 output with sub D 9 female, for connection to PC.
Length approx. 3 m
Order number: CB-208

 

 

 

 

 CB-508 – Connecting Cable MX

Connecting cable for force gauge ZTS with test stand (Series MX) to stop feed at Fmax or overload (force control).
Length approx. 1.5 m
Order number: CB-508

 

 

 

 

 CB-528 – Connecting Cable MX2, EMX

Connecting cable for force gauge ZTS with test stand (Series MX2 and EMX) to stop feed at Fmax or overload (force control).
Length approx. 1.5 m
Order Number: CB-528

 

 

 

 

 

CB-808 – Connecting Cable trigger input

Connecting cable for trigger input (input signal from an external device e. g. electronic switch to stop the measurement)
Order number: CB-808

 

 

 

 

 

 CB-908 – Connecting Cable with open ends

Connecting cable with open ends (37-pin) for all available output signals to connect an unique device.
Order number: CB-908

DELIVERY INCLUDES

Force gauge ZTS with carrying case, standard attachment, AC adapter with 2 adapters (EU/USA), USB connecting cable, 1 CD-ROM with USB-driver and simple software for data transfer, manufacturers inspection certificate, operating instruction in German or English (as requested)

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