Equipment - Force/Torque Gauges

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
MTT03-50 Mark-10	TORQUE GAUGE, 50 LBFIN / 580 KGF	9
M3-10 Mark-10	BASIC FORCE GAUGE, 10 LBF / 5 KG	10
MTT01-25 Mark-10	CAP TORQUE TESTER, 100 LBFIN / 1	10
M3-500 Mark-10	BASIC FORCE GAUGE, 500 LBF / 250	10
M2-5 Mark-10	ECONOMICAL FORCE GAUGE, 5 LBF /	10
EK3-500 Mark-10	BASIC ERGONOMICS TESTING KIT W/S	1
MTT01-50 Mark-10	CAP TORQUE TESTER, 25 LBFIN / 40	10
M2-20 Mark-10	ECONOMICAL FORCE GAUGE, 20 LBF /	8
PCE-DFG N 10K PCE Instruments	Force Gauge PCE-DFG N 10K	1
MTT03-100 Mark-10	TORQUE GAUGE, 100 LBFIN / 1150 K	10
MTT03-12 Mark-10	TORQUE GAUGE, 12 LBFIN / 140 KGF	9
MTT01-12 Mark-10	CAP TORQUE TESTER, 12 LBFIN / 19	10
M2-500 Mark-10	ECONOMICAL FORCE GAUGE, 500 LBF	10
EK3-100 Mark-10	BASIC ERGONOMICS TESTING KIT W/S	1
MTT03-20Z Mark-10	TORQUE GAUGE, 20 OZFIN / 14 KGFM	10
M5-1500 Mark-10	ADVANCED FORCE GAUGE, 1500 LBF /	10
M3-2 Mark-10	BASIC FORCE GAUGE, 2 LBF / 1 KGF	9
M3-012 Mark-10	BASIC FORCE GAUGE, 0.12 LBF / 50	10
M5-750 Mark-10	ADVANCED FORCE GAUGE, 750 LBF /	10
MTT03-50Z Mark-10	TORQUE GAUGE, 50 OZFIN / 36 KGFM	9

Equipment - Force/Torque Gauges

1. Overview

Force/Torque Gauges are precision instruments used to measure compressive, tensile forces or rotational torque in industrial and scientific applications. These devices combine sensor technology with data processing systems to quantify mechanical interactions. Their importance spans across quality control, product testing, and process optimization in modern manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, and medical device industries, ensuring safety, compliance, and performance standards.

2. Major Types and Functional Classification

Type	Functional Features	Application Examples
Digital Force Gauges	High-resolution LCD, peak value capture, data logging	Material tensile testing, packaging seal strength analysis
Analog Torque Gauges	Mechanical dial display, overload protection	Automotive bolt tightening verification
Wireless Torque Sensors	Bluetooth transmission, real-time monitoring	Rotating machinery diagnostics
Multi-axis Sensors	Simultaneous force/torque measurement in 6-DOF	Robot arm dynamics analysis

3. Structure and Components

Typical construction includes: (1) Load cell with strain gauge bridge circuit as primary sensing element (2) Signal conditioning electronics for noise reduction and amplification (3) Digital display unit with user interface (4) Mechanical housing with mounting fixtures (5) Data communication ports (USB/RS-232/WiFi). Advanced models integrate microprocessors for automatic calibration and temperature compensation algorithms.

4. Key Technical Specifications

Parameter	Importance
Measurement Range	Determines operational limits (e.g., 0.1-500 Nm torque)
Accuracy Class	ISO 9001 compliance ( 0.5% FS typical)
Sampling Rate	Affects dynamic measurement capability (up to 10 kHz)
Resolution	Minimum detectable change (e.g., 0.01 N)
Environmental Rating	IP65 protection for industrial environments

5. Application Fields

Core industries include: Automotive (engine assembly torque verification), Aerospace (composite material testing), Electronics (connector insertion force analysis), Medical (surgical tool torque calibration), and Packaging (lid sealing force measurement). Typical equipment integration: motor test stands, robotic grippers, and universal testing machines.

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

Manufacturer	Representative Product
HBM GmbH	U10M torque transducer series
Ono Sokki	DS-400N digital force gauge
IMADA CO., LTD.	ZTS-N torque sensor module
Burster	8541-6203 multi-axis sensor

7. Selection Recommendations

Key considerations: Match measurement range with application requirements (20% safety margin recommended), consider environmental conditions (temperature/vibration), verify compatibility with existing data acquisition systems, evaluate calibration certification needs (ISO/IEC 17025), and factor in long-term maintenance costs. For dynamic applications, prioritize high sampling rates and wireless capabilities.

8. Industry Trends

Current developments focus on IoT integration for predictive maintenance, MEMS-based miniature sensors for embedded applications, and AI-enhanced signal processing for improved accuracy. Market growth (CAGR 5.2% 2023-2030) driven by electric vehicle manufacturing demands and smart factory implementations. Emerging standards like ASTM E2448 for portable torque calibration are shaping calibration protocols.