DIGITAL FORCE GAUGES

DFS Series

Microprocessor-controlled, the DFS series represents a unique approach to force testing. Designed to be handheld or stand mounted, the DFS features many advanced functions typically included on gauges costing twice as much. Intelligent and versatile, these high performance gauges are easily user configured for sampling and display update rate, units of measure, baud rate, data output stream, memory type and high and low set points. Large memory capacity (100 samples) and on board statistical processing allows the DFS series to operate with or without computer control. Additionally, each gauge possesses three types of signal outputs for data collection and function analysis.

FGV / FGE Series

Ergonomically designed to fit in the palm of your hand, the rugged, all metal construction of the microprocessor-controlled FGV and FGE series permits accurate measurement of compression and tension forces up to 100 pounds (force testing 0-500 pounds is available using the FGV-H and FGE-H series gauges). With the same superior accuracy of the DFS series, the FGV and FGE feature a unique, push-button inverted digital display, permitting the user to read the display in a right side-up fashion. For handheld or test stand mounting use, the FGV and FGE are ideal for R & D, OEM and production floor applications.

The FGV series includes all FGE features plus RS232C and analog outputs and an overload output signal.

FGV-H / FGE-H

The microprocessor-controlled, digital FGV-H and FGE-H series offers the same user-friendly features of our popular FGV and FGE series, but in an extremely heavy-duty case, allowing the gauges to handle larger capacities from 0 to 500 pounds. Two “knurled” steel handles are provided for hand operation and a hanger is included which enables each gauge to be used as a scale.

The FGV-H series includes all FGE-H features plus RS232C and analog outputs and an overload output signal.

DRI with Load Cells and Torque Sensors

Shimpo offers a range of pre-calibrated load cells and torque transducers that, when used with the Digital Remote Indicator, safely allow the accurate measurement of forces and torque in hard-to-reach areas.
The Digital Remote Indicator (DRI) incorporates Shimpo’s flagship DFS gauge design and features a high sampling rate of up to 1,000 hz for precise peak force and torque measurements. The DRI stores up to 100 readings plus statistics that later can be conveniently downloaded for SPC purposes. Used in conjunction with a Shimpo motorized or manual test stand, the DRI lends itself to thousands of applications and permits hands-free testing.
Shimpo’s LC remote load cells are available in capacities up to 500 pounds, enabling force testing of bulky objects. Our TC torque transducers precisely measure static torque for capacities up to 100 inch pounds.