Description
Strain sensors have been designed for application areas in which there is a need to measure the deformation due to external forces acting on already existing components. The device is simply screwed onto the component. After calibration the unit obtains the characteristics of a force transducer. The strain is transferred by frictional connection from the component to the strain sensor.
This type is universal due to the retrospective mounting option described and the low space requirement. This unit is a versatile sensor for force and load control. Application examples include large machines and steel constructions, where high loads are determined. This is the case in machine building for embossing machines and presses.
The strain sensor is suitable for use on structures with a tension or compression of max. 1.0 ‰. It achieves an overall accuracy of the measuring unit of 2 % of full scale. Two screws are used to attach it to a region of the structure at which the relevant elongation occurs. The force sensor features an integrated amplifier. The combined deformation body/strain sensor is easy to adjust via control signals.