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Force Gauge DST

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

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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

ModelCapacity
in N		Resolution
in N		Measuring Range
in gf; kgf		Measuring Range
in ozf; lbf
DST-2N0 – 2 N0.001 N0 – 200.0 gf0 – 8.819 ozf
DST-5N0 – 5 N0.001 N0 – 500.0 gf0 – 17.64 ozf
DST-20N0 – 20 N0.01 N0 – 2.000 kgf0 – 4.409 lbf
DST-50N0 – 50 N0.01 N0 – 5.000 kgf0 – 11.02 lbf
DST-200N0 – 200 N0.1 N0 – 20.00 kgf0 – 44.09 lbf
DST-500N0 – 500 N0.1 N0 – 50.00 kgf0 – 110.2 lbf
DST-1000N0 – 1000 N1 N0 – 100.0 kgf0 – 220.5 lbf

3 different clamps for force gauges and Test standsDepending on the application we have a wide range of clamping tools and clamps for force gauge DST in our program.

Find further information at clamps and testing devices

Prüfstände HV-500N und EMX-1000NWe have a wide range of test stands, to assure consistent, identical measuring conditions with force gauge DST.

Find further information at test stands

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

  1. Force Logger

    Force Logger - software for force gauges of ZT, DSV and DST seriesUSB cable approx. 1.5 m long, CD-ROM with USB-driver and software ” Force Logger” for data transfer data evaluation on PC.


  2. ADU-230 - AC Adapter

    ADU-230 AC adapter for force gauges DST and DSVAC adapter for 100 – 240 V AC
    Order number: ADU-230


  3. Inspection Certificate

    Manufacturers inspection certificate of Imada Co., Ltd.Delivery includes a manufacturers inspection certificate free of charge.

    Prüfprotokoll


Standard Attachment

  1. A-1, S-1 and SR-1 - Small Hook

    A-1 small hook for force gaugesAluminium, 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


  2. A-2 and S-2 - Flat Tip

    A-2 flat tip for force gaugesAluminium, 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


  3. A-3 and S-3 - Conical Tip

    A-3 conical tip for force gaugesAluminium, 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


  4. A-4 and S-4 - Chisel Tip

    A-4 chisel tip for force gaugesAluminium, 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


  5. A-5 and S-5 - Notched Tip

    A-5 notched tip for force gaugesAluminium, 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


  6. A-6 and S-6 - Extension Shaft

    A-6 extension shaft for standard accessories of force gaugesAluminium, 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


Accessories (optional)

  1. SW-12 - Z-LINK4

    SW-12 software ZLink4 for force gauges DST and DSV

    ZLINK4 Info (PDF)

    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 Windows 8.1/10/11
    Order number: SW-12


  2. SW-13 - Force Logger Plus

    Force Logger Plus

    Force Logger Plus Info (PDF)

    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 Windows 8.1/10/11
    Order number: SW-13


  3. FOH-1 - Handle

    FOH-1 handle for easier use of force gaugesFor easy use the force gauge DST can be equipped with a handle. Therefore especially higher forces can be measured more easily.
    Order number: FOH-1


  4. HGB-1 - Hand Grip Belt

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


  5. Clamping Tools

    3 different clamps for force gauges and Test standsDepending on the application we have a lot of clamping tools and clamps for force gauge DST in our program.

    Find further information at clamps and testing devices


  6. A-7 and S-7 - Large Hook

    A-7 large hook for force gaugesAluminium, 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


  7. A-8 and S-8 - Y-Hook

    A-8 y-hook for force gaugesAluminium, 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


  8. 40016I - Accumulator

    40016I NiMH spare accumulator for force gauges DST and DSVNickel metal hydride accumulator, 2-pole connector
    4.8 V, 800 mAh
    Order number: 40016I


Connecting Cables (optional)

  1. CB-203 - RS-232 Connecting Cable

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


Calibration Report

Kalibrierzeugnis-Calibration Certificate Hans Schmidt GmbHCalibration Certificate
including a calibration report is optional available.

 

Calibration Certificate (PDF)
Dimensions

Dimensions of force gauge DST for download.
Drawing (PDF)
Delivery Includes

Scope of delivery force gauge DSTForce 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

Instruction Manual

Download the instruction manual for force gauge DSV:
Instruction Manual (PDF)

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