Description

Series 5 advanced digital force gauges are designed for tension and compression force testing in numerous applications across virtually every industry, with capacities from 0.12 lb to 2,000 lbF (0.5 N to 10 kN). The gauges feature an industry-leading sampling rate of 7,000 Hz, producing accurate results even for quick-action tests. Accuracy is ±0.1% of full scale, and resolution is 1/5000. A large, backlit graphics LCD displays large, legible characters, while the simple menu navigation allows for quick access to the gauges’ many features and configurable parameters. Data can be transferred to a PC or other data collector via USB, RS-232, Mitutoyo (Digimatic), or analog outputs.

On-board data memory for up to 1,000 readings is included, as are statistical calculations and output to a PC. Integrated set points with indicators are ideal for pass-fail testing and for triggering external devices such as an alarm, relay, or test stand. The gauges are overload protected to 200% of capacity, and an analog load bar is shown on the display for graphical representation of applied force.

The Series 5’s averaging mode addresses the need to record the average force over time, useful in applications such as peel testing, while external trigger mode makes switch activation testing simple and accurate. An ergonomic, reversible aluminum design allows for hand held use or test stand mounting for more sophisticated testing requirements.

Series 5 force gauges are directly compatible with Mark-10 test stands, grips, and software.

The gauges include MESUR™ Lite data acquisition software. MESUR™ Lite tabulates continuous or single point data. One-click export to Excel allows for further data manipulation.

* Note: At 500 lbF (2,500 N) or more, force gauges are not recommended for applications involving sudden, sharp breaks. Examples include compression of brittle materials, pull testing of welds, etc. Consider an indicator with load cell instead.

Features

• high-speed 7,000 Hz peak sampling rate
• high-speed 500 Hz data output rate
• USB, RS-232, Mitutoyo, and analog output
• large, backlit graphic display
• 1,000 point data memory with statistics and outputs
• live load bar graph with set point markers
• programmable set points with alarms and outputs
• peak readings and set points always displayed
• averaging mode to calculate average readings over time
• external trigger mode for switch contact testing or remotely stopping display update
• automatic data output
• 5 selectable units of measurement
• configurable audio alarms and key tones
• password protection, configurable for individual keys and calibration

Specifications

• Accuracy
  • ±0.1% of full scale
• Sampling rate
  • 7,000 Hz
• Data output rate
  • Up to 500 Hz (* Firmware version 2.3.0 or higher required)
• Power
  • AC or rechargeable battery; multi-step low battery indicator is displayed, gauge shuts off automatically when power is too low
• Battery life
  • Backlight on: up to 7 hours of continuous use
  • Backlight off: up to 24 hours of continuous use
• Measurement units
  • lbF, ozF, gF, kgF, N, kN, mN (depending on model)
• Outputs
  • USB / RS-232: Configurable up to 115,200 baud; automatic output available up to 250 Hz; includes Gauge Control Language 2 for full computer control
  • Mitutoyo (Digimatic): Serial BCD suitable for all Mitutoyo SPC-compatible devices
  • Analog: ±1 VDC, ±0.25% of full scale at capacity
  • General Purpose: three open drain outputs, one input
  • set points: three open drain lines
• Safe overload
  • 200% of full scale (display shows “OVER” at 110% and above)
• Weight
  • M5-012 – M5-100: 1.0 lb
  • M5-200 – M5-500: 1.2 lb
  • M5-750 – M5-2000: 1.8 lb
• Included items
  • carrying case, chisel, cone, V-groove, hook, flat, extension rod, AC adapter, battery, quick-start guide, USB cable, NIST-traceable certificate of calibration with data
    • CSC can supply an ISO17025 cert
• Environmental Requirements
  • 40-100F, Max humidity, non-condensing
• Warranty
  • 3 years

Optional Equipment

• Measur gauge Plus software (p/n 15-1005)

Download Data Sheet (0.12LB – 500LB Capacities)

Download Data Sheet (750LB – 2,000LB Capacity)

Download User Guide

Download Force Gauge Comparison Chart