ATEX telemetry for strain gauge.

Fires and explosions endanger lives, cause severe injury and cause significant environmental damage.

Explosive atmospheres created by combustible gases, vapours, mists and dust, must be protected from ignition sources.

Reduce the dangers in hazardous areas by using the new Applied Measurements X24 wireless ATEX & IECEx approved instrumentation to collect measurements from your load cell, pressure sensor or any other strain gauge-based transducer.

X24 Wireless ATEX Approved Transmission in Hazardous Zones 1 & 2

13 Reasons Why You Should Use This ATEX Approved Telemetry:

1. Exceptional Reliable Wireless Signal in Hazardous Environments 2. Accepts Inputs up to 3.2mV/V from a Load Cell or Strain Gauge Bridge Sensor 3. Intrinsically Safe with the Latest CSA Certification 4. Ideal for Petrochemical, Industrial Processing and Oil & Gas Industries 5. Superior Accuracy Thanks to its 9 Point Linearisation 6. Up to 1/2 a Mile Wireless Range! 7. Long Battery Life up to 5 Years 8. OEM Options to Fit Inside Sensors 9. Fast Setup – Software Calibration in Less Than 3 Minutes! 10. FREE Logging Software 11. Expandable Wireless System into Safe Zones With T24 Telemetry Instrumentation 12. Fast Transmission Rates of 200 per Second 13. Multiple Channel Setup for Site-Wide Monitoring

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Testing fabric tension.

Fabric tension testing guarantees the fabric being used on furniture frames meets the high quality needed for durability, comfort and support. Having the incorrect fabric tension can lead to fabric tearing, poor posture support, visually poor fabric quality and a corresponding loss of customer satisfaction and a decrease in sales and profit.

Different shapes, fabrics and styles of furniture meant two main problems.
1. No starting point of where to apply the force.
2. No consistent reference point to measure from.

Trent Thermal Technology needed to create an advanced universal fabric tension tester. To measure both fabric tension and fabric movement, even on different styles of furniture framework and fabrics.

DBBSMM accurate miniature s-beam load cell

They found that the DBBSMM miniature s-beam load cell from Applied Measurements,  was the ideal choice. Standing at only 35mm high, it was easily able to fit between the domed surface contact pad and the deflection load

Calibrated to UKAS traceable standards with an Intuitive4 load cell indicator, it was able to offset the pad weight and triggers, with less than 3 grams of force. Thanks to its high precision, the miniature s-beam load cell indicated the vertical force being applied within ±0.03% accuracy.

Plus, the miniature s-beam load cell acted as a pressure sensitive re-set switch for an industrial LVDT displacement transducer, which was used to monitor the deflection of the fabric under a pre-determined load.

On initial contact with the fabric, the output from the Intuitive4 load cell indicator triggered a secondary input to an AML/IE displacement transducer, which “zeroed” the movement range. As the weight found its natural resting position, the distance between the first point of contact and the final resting position was displayed (in mm) on an Intuitive4 lite process panel meter.

IP65 Air tight

Constructed from stainless steel, the AML/IE industrial displacement transducer has a dust-tight IP65 protection rating as standard, making it safe to use even in this high fibrous environment. We can also offer high temperature and fully submersible versions to IP68 rating to suit you.

Thanks to our industrial LVDT’s wide range of configuration options, the displacement transducer was able to be tailored to their exact application. Plus, its friction-free operation means it has an incredibly maintenance-free, long operating life.

Both the miniature s-beam load cell and the industrial LVDT were calibrated with Intuitive4 digital indicators to UKAS traceable standards, certifying their traceability to strict national standards.  The Intuitive4 digital indicators offer superior resolution and outstanding accuracy thanks to their 20 bit A/D converter and 10 point linearisation.  Plus, with their modular construction, you only pay for what you need, saving you money from your already tight budget.

These Intuitive4 digital indicators were housed in a PCC2 desktop enclosure for a portable, neatly styled and robust, on-site desktop monitoring setup. The PCC enclosures are available in different formats that are able to house up to 12 individual panel meters with custom enclosures available for greater quantities if your application demands it.

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Draw wire Sensors.

Applied Measurements are now an approved draw wire sensor distributor of the high precision Micro Epsilon draw wire sensors in Britain.

They have two versions of the draw wire sensors readily available with fast delivery times.

The industrial, high accuracy & robust range and the compact, low cost range are ideal for OEM and high volume applications.

Industrial Draw Wire Sensors Key Features:

• High Accuracy <±0.01% of Full Scale Output
• Extreme Long Range of up to 0-50m!
• Robust Aluminium Housing for Harsh Industrial Environments
• IP65 Dust Tight and Water Tight Protection Rating
• Absolute or Incremental Encoder Versions
• Both Analogue and Digital Options
• Customised Versions

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Load cells under water.

The EPICTidal Team consisting of Lab-Sea-Systems Dr Florent Trarieux, Cranfield University’s Dr Joao Amaral-Teixeira and Nick Barlow, Managing Director of Designcraft Ltd (Blade designer and manufacturer) wanted to know the performance implications of employing lower cost methods for the manufacture of large scale tidal turbine rotors. Lowering the cost of rotor blade manufacture would make this renewable energy more economical to use and widely accessible, benefiting all tidal energy markets throughout the world.

To assess the rotor blade performance they developed a submersible tidal turbine test rig incorporating 2 x DDEN load cells from Applied Measurements. The rotor blade design to be tested was coupled to the tidal turbine test rig and placed in a state-of-the-art test tank, where the team were able to increase the size, flow rate and turbulence levels within the tank. The first DDEN load cell measured the torque and the other measured the thrust of the tidal rotor design.

“The DDEN were ideal to use in this application as they are fully submersible up to 10 metres” explained Bob Davies, Applied Measurements’ Production Director.

The DDEN in-line submersible load cells are low profile and very compact and designed to measure both tension and compression underwater. They come with an IP68 rating and are sealed using ‘O’ rings to guarantee integrity during long term submersion. Their IP68 rating and ‘O’ ring sealing makes them ideal to use underwater or in areas at risk of flooding. The DDEN submersible load cell comes in capacities from 0-250N up to 50kN with customised capacities, threads and dimensions on request, as well as versions rated to greater submersion depths in seawater, oil and other more aggressive media.

For this submersible application the DDEN load cells were fitted with 10 metres of submersible 4-core screened polyurethane cable for complete submersible protection underwater. They have a guaranteed accuracy to <±0.15% of the rated capacity (0.05% typical) enabling precise thrust and torque blade measurements which was crucial to this renewable energy application.

A small ICA6H amplifier was fitted within the bodies of both the DDEN submersible load cells. At only 19mm diameter this amplifier is ideal for fitting inside the body of a load cell. An ICA6H amplifier was used in this application so it could easily fit within the load cell, maintaining the submersible protection needed for underwater testing. The ICA6H load cell amplifier delivered a high-level ±10Vdc analogue output, for use with their data acquisition and control systems.

Other outputs are available for the DDEN including 0-5Vdc, 0-10Vdc or 4-20mA, which can be used with many data acquisition and control systems. For a digital output, a DCell load cell digitiser can be used instead of an ICA to deliver a RS485 digital output.

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Ultra-Fast USB load cell interface.

DSCUSB-FQ Fast USB Load Cell Interface from Applied Measurements, promises high speed readings of 4800 samples per second.

The DSCUSB-FQ is an ultra-fast USB load cell interface that converts a strain gauge transducer signal to a digital USB serial output at an amazing 4800 samples per second!  Thanks to its 13 bit noise free resolution the DSCUSB-FQ promises high stability with 1 part in 8000 resolution.  Making the DSCUSB-FQ fast USB load cell interface the ultimate for high speed, dynamic applications.

The powerful toolkit software is FREE to download and connects to your DSCUSB-FQ in seconds.  The toolkit can configure, calibrate, log data and review.  It can capture and save up to 30 minutes of data at 4800 Hz which can then be saved to a CSV file for further analysis.  The logging software can provide trend charts of real-time data, FFT frequency analysis and offers a simple oscilloscope to help visual any patterns in the data.  Two point or automatic system calibrations can also be achieved in your chosen engineering units and it also allows you to select the actual engineering units that the module was calibrated in for ease of use.

As the DSCUSB-FQ fast USB load cell interface plugs directly into the USB port of your computer it makes installation quick and easy into your application.  What’s more, it needs no additional cables as it gets all its power from the USB port.  The unit comes housed in a robust plastic case rated to IP50 making it suitable for all indoor applications.

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Load cell digitizer.

The compact DSC-USB interface, from Applied Measurements, is designed to convert strain gauge transducer signal into a digital output direct to the PC via the USB port. The simple ‘plug and play’ direct connection to the PC means the data can be viewed immediately on screen and the results can be logged to a CSV file for further manipulation later in any spreadsheet program, without the need for amplifiers, filters and mulitmeters.

The DSC-USB interface delivers high performance and high accuracy readings direct to the PC with no need for additional power supplies as the device is powered by the USB port.

It is ideal as a 1 to 1 interface, it can connect with multiple sensors with the use of a suitable hub, please speak to our sales team. An optional DTEMP digital temperature sensor module is available to enable an advance 5-point temperature compensation of measurements.

The DSC-USB is perfect for all strain gauge bridge based sensors including load, weight, force, torque and pressure & displacement. Once the data has been received by the PC the FREE downloadable DSC-USB Toolkit software enables configuration, calibration and logging capabilities.

For additional channels of data logging the free downloadable DSCLog24 software is available which enables up to 24 channels of data monitoring and logging.

• APPLICATION:  This unit and the Applied Measurement's DBBSM S-Beam Load cell are used in  an application to Measures Cable Tension of Light Aircraft for Calmet Laboratory Services.

Accurate S-Beam Load Cell Measures Cable Tension of Light Aircraft

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Transducer promises enhanced compatibility.

The news DRVL Rotary Torque Transducer from Applied Measurements promises greater compatibility and a larger speed range

Their brushless torque transducer range transmits signal and power using non-contact technology. This means they can operate with absolutely no maintenance, no wear and at higher speeds, saving you precious time and money.

Greater Compatibility with 2 Output Signals
Thanks to the DRVL rotary torque transducer’s integrated signal amplifier it can now output 2 standard signals (10V and 10kHz ± 5kHz) giving you greater compatibility to a variety of evaluation devices for extensive analysis. Plus, the output level for speed and angle signal can now be adjusted from 5V up to 24V making it directly compatible with a PLC acquisition unit, delivering superior logging and evaluation control. The DRVL rotary torque transducer is also directly compatible with the existing DRFL series, making installation of the improved DRVL fast and straight forward.

Optimum Performance Guaranteed
Accuracy is promised to 0.1% as standard with the new DRVL with an optional 0.05% accuracy for those higher precision measurements. We can also provide customised couplings and keyways to guarantee optimum performance and faster installation.

Greater Speed Range
The DRVL rotary torque transducer has an improved speed range for speed and angle measurements. Its increased speed range combined with its compact size, makes it ideal for lab and industrial applications.

Larger Input Voltage Range
It has an increased supply voltage range from 10V – 28.8V promising greater protection against accidental overvoltage, decreasing any potential repair costs.

Improved Electromagnetic Interference Protection
The DRVL rotary torque transducer also comes with extended surge tests to ensure better electromagnetic compatibility protecting the sensor from unwanted electromagnetic interference and damage.

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LCI Junction Box.

The intelligent LCI junction box from Applied Measurements, delivers continuous enhanced load cell alarm and fault monitoring for up to 4 load cells. This instant and constant fault monitoring means problems are detected immediately, increasing production safety and limiting costly downtime.

For multi-load cell applications it monitors each load cell independently and tells which load cell has a fault and exactly what the fault is. This allows switching out the faulty load cell quickly for fast repairs and also prevents batch wastage and overflow due to undetected load cell and cable faults.

How this junction box promises to save money!
1. Continuous Monitoring of Individual Load Cells
2. Immediate Alarm Activation when Faults Detected
3. Instant Fault Diagnostics
4. Increased Safety
5. Equipment Failure Downtime Reduced
6. Avoids Batch Wastage and Overflow
7. 5V Supply Option = Lower Power Consumption

This junction box not only continually monitors the load cells it also acts as a summing junction box, summing the connected load cells. The number of load cells may be selected easily on the display.

It doesn't come with any power connections as it uses the same excitation supply of the connected load cells. Plus, it now supports both 5V and 10V supply requiring even less power from the connected load cell.

The red 4 digit LED display shows which load cell is at fault and why.
When the system is functioning correctly the red 4 digit LED display shows "good". If an error is detected the display shows a code telling you which load cell is at fault and what the fault is.

There is an alarm LED on the LCI junction box board that lights up when a fault is detected in the system. There is also a relay output to drive an alarm to quickly alert engineers to a fault with the system.

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Load cell for harsh conditions.

The new DBBSUB s-beam load cell from Applied Measurements, is guaranteed to measure tension and compression in continuous submersion in potable water to depths of up to 10 metres / 1 bar. Its IP68 long-term immersion sealing and rugged stainless steel body makes it is ideal to use in many submersible applications.

This load cell has a glass-to-metal seal construction providing a complete hermetic sealing. This hermetic sealing guarantees its safe performance in highly aggressive environments whilst still maintaining its high ±0.02 % accuracy.

Robert Davies, Applied Measurements’ Production Director says, “The DBBSUB S-beam permanently submersible load cell is the perfect choice for tension and compression loading in many underwater, offshore and harsh industrial environments.”

Applied Measurements’ specially designed rod end bearings and fixtures deliver optimum accuracy of the load cell by directing the tensile force through the centre of the load cell which reduces any unrelated forces.

Their wide range of mounting bases and fixtures make installation into your application fast and easy, without the worry of lengthy time consuming delays and expensive setup costs.

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Strain gauge bonding service.

Applied Measurements offer a complete design, bonding and wiring service from one-off projects to high volume applications. What’s more, they can even bond and wire onto their customers' own free-issued hardware.

Their In-House strain gauging team provides:

• Dedicated In-House Bonding Room
• Expert Guidance an Advice
• Full Design, Bonding & Wiring Service
• One-Off to High Volume
• Delivery Dates to Suit You
• Temperature Compensation
• Protective Coatings
• Signal Conditioning Integration
• Special Environmental Protection Options
• High Temperature Versions for use at up to 200°C!

In-house strain gauge facility
All train gauge bonding is carried out in their strictly controlled on-site strain gauging room. The temperature, humidity and airflow are continually monitored to ensure optimum gauging conditions.

Flawless bond
A flawless bond is guaranteed by our strict ultrasonic cleaning procedures and use of special adhesives. The bond is carried out immediately after surface cleaning and, along with high accuracy marking techniques, delivers precise positioning and optimum sensing performance.

Design consultation
A complete design, strain gauge and wiring service is offered to meet exacting needs. They offer full, half and quarter bridge configurations, metalwork heat treatment, preparation and machining, bead blasting, anodising, and welcome enquiries for strain gauging requirements.

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Indicator with process filtering.

The INT4-P is the latest version of Applied Measurement's  INT2-P featuring improved process filtering from your pressure transducer, level transmitter or depth sensor. The INT4-P is directly compatible with the INT2 series as it features the same front panel designs, dimensions and connections, for easy integration.

The INT4-P meter displays physical variables, such as weight, load, force and torque, providing you with a 24V regulated excitation supply, capable of providing up to 40mA of current to power a wide range of sensors and transducers. Improved accuracy is guaranteed with its 10 point user configurable lineariser, which is a standard feature on the INT4-P indicator.

The INT4-P is easy to configure with its new single layer menu for a simpler setup. The readout is provided by a 6-digit LED display (also configurable with 3, 4 or 5 digits if preferred) coupled with an ultra-high resolution 20-bit A/D converter and highly stable strain gauge bridge excitation source which provides superb resolution and stability in any application. The front panel has a 7 segment window for displaying the measurement allowing decimal point and minus sign characters to be included and has 4 alarm annunciators to show the status of each alarm relay.

Peak and valley memories allow you to view the maximum and minimum recorded measurements. Also, the meter can give alarm outputs, scaled and isolated analogue output and isolated serial data retransmission, when fitted with option boards.

A lockout switch on the rear of the meter saves your configuration settings in non-volatile memory, which has a 10 year guaranteed storage period. When the lockout switch is set to ON, your settings cannot be accidentally altered.

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Loadcell Indicator.

The INT4-L 6-digit LED display from Applied Measurements,  is the latest version of the INT2-L featuring improved load cell and process filtering. It is compatible with any strain gauge based transducer. The INT4-L meter displays physical variables, such as weight, load, force and torque, providing you with a 10V regulated excitation supply. The INT4 series is directly compatible with the INT2 series as it features the same front panel designs, dimensions and connections for easy integration.

The INT4-L is capable of powering up to four 350 ohm loadcells in 4 wire or 6 wire installations. Its 10 point user configurable linearisation means improved accuracy is guaranteed, which is a standard feature on the INT4-L indicator.

The INT4-L is easy to configure with its new single layer menu for a simpler setup. The readout is provided by a 6-digit LED display (also configurable with 3, 4 or 5 digits if preferred) coupled with an ultra-high resolution 20-bit A/D converter and highly stable strain gauge bridge excitation source which provides superb resolution and stability in any application. The front panel has a 7 segment window for displaying the measurement allowing decimal point and minus sign characters to be included and has 4 alarm annunciators to show the status of each alarm relay.

Peak and valley memories allow you to view the maximum and minimum recorded measurements. Also, the meter can give alarm outputs, scaled and isolated analogue output and isolated serial data retransmission, when fitted with option boards.

A lockout switch on the rear of the meter saves your configuration settings in non-volatile memory, which has a 10 year storage period. When the lockout switch is set to ON, your settings cannot be accidentally altered.

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Integral torque indicator!

The compact DRBK-A rotary torque transducer from Applied Measurements, comes with a built-in display so there’s no need to buy additional instrumentation, promising a low cost, space saving rotary torque measurement system.

“The DRBK-A rotary torque transducer with display is ideal to use if you want a simple to read real-time speed/torque display without any extra analysis” says Ollie Morcom, Applied Measurements’ Sales Director.

It delivers instant fast torque updates of 1,000 samples per second and a speed indication updates of 1 x sample per second, which can be easily read from its 4 digit LCD 30 x 11mm screen.

The DRBK-A is a budget low-cost option that’s perfect for measuring continually rotating applications up to 1000Nm. It’s compact body and specifically designed couplings guarantees both its small size and optimum performance.

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Load Cell Amplifier.

The LCD20 DIN rail strain gauge amplifier microprocessor from Applied Measurements, delivers smarter automation and control for process applications. Along with its small and stackable design, the amplifier also comes with 2 part screw connectors enabling easy and tidy mounting where space is limited.

The microprocessor based amplifier is compatible with a wide range of load cells, pressure or strain gauges and other ratiometric sensors with a wide range of sensitivities. The unit is powered from a wide 9-32V DC supply and provides 4-20mA and 0-10 V standard analogue outputs. In addition, it features 2 digital inputs and supports a 6-wire input which compensates for any barrier and/or cable losses.

The LCD20 has 2 relays that can be set to trigger based on gross/net or peak and valley values.

The LCD20 DIN rail strain gauge amplifier comes factory calibrated in mV/V allowing configuration by entering data from the sensors calibration certificate. Linearised calibration at up to 10 points is available in all calibration modes to give the highest possible accuracy across the whole measuring range.

The unit can be easily configured by a handheld programmer or by a USB connector to PC using the free intuitive PC Toolkit software allowing you to configure, save and store settings to a file.

The LCD20 DIN rail signal amplifier’s ability to easily communicate with exisiting acquisition and control systems using its analogue outputs and 2 single pole relays makes it the perfect addition to your integrated instrumentation system.

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Educational discounts for transducers and instrumentation.

If you’re a University, School or other Institution you can benefit from some fantastic educational discount from Applied Measurements Limited. These apply to their range of load and force sensors, pressure, level and depth sensors, LVDT’s displacement/position sensors and torque sensors.

“We provided both current and future students enrolled in these modules the opportunity to investigate as well as learn how to calibrate real-life industrial equipment.”  said Ing. Claire Seguna, Institute of Engineering and Transport (IET) – Mechanical Engineering, Malta College of Arts, Science & Technology (MCAST).

When Ing. Claire Seguna, Senior Lecturer at MCAST, contacted the company looking for top quality transducers and instrumentation, but at a very low cost, they were delighted to help. Thanks to their generous educational discount the provided several load, force, pressure measurement sensors and TR150 handheld indicators for real-time data monitoring to Malta’s leading vocational education and training institution (MCAST).

Applied Measurements offer a substantial educational discount for Universities, Schools and other Institutions. As Darren Skipp, Commercial Director of Applied Measurements says “I believe it is important to help educate future generations of engineers. By providing MCAST with discounted up-to-date industry standard equipment, the students are able to see how engineering theory works in real-world applications.”

Applied Measurements are proud to have been given the opportunity to help these young engineers of the future. By taking advantage of these educational discount students are able to enhance their knowledge and understanding of key engineering principles with the assistance of modern sensors and instrumentation.

Contact us about our generous educational discount on our range of load and force sensors, pressure, level and depth sensors, LVDT’s displacement/position sensors and torque sensors.

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Hospital for sick transducers!

It’s a sad situation when a transducer becomes sick or injured, but unfortunately it does happen.   Whether in the line of duty or due to handler’s abuse, with Applied Measurements’ Treatment Centre the patient need not be poorly for long.

Using Applied Measurements’ Treatment Centre customers receive:

• NO Initial Inspection Fee
• 6 Months Warranty on ALL Repairs
• UKAS Traceable Calibration Certificates Available for Every Repaired Transducer
• Detailed Fault Report Sent Out Within 7 Working Days of Receipt
• Dedicated Team of Experts to Repair Your Transducer

They will accept any stain gauge based transducer for repair, whether it was supplied by them originally or another manufacturer (no questions asked!).  "There’s no need to worry about unexpected costs either, as we do NOT charge an initial inspection fee and we will NOT carry out any procedures without your prior approval."

What to do!
Just send in your faulty strain gauge based transducer.   "Once the patient has been received, we will send out a detailed fault report within 7 working days of its arrival. Depending on the injury, most are able to be repaired and sent home within 14 working days of arrival.   Calibration certificates traceable to UKAS National Standards are provided when required to verify that the patient is ready for release.   If that’s not enough, we are so convinced of our high level of service that we give all our repairs a 6 month warranty."

Fit-For-Fit Replacements
If your transducer is beyond repair, don’t despair.  A replacement can be offered, "even if it’s not one of our own products!" They can design and manufacture a direct like-for-like replacement, no matter where the original was purchased, even if it’s no longer available from the original manufacturer.

So, if you have an unhealthy transducer, don’t make it suffer any longer.

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How to Improve Aerodynamics with single point load cells and digital indicators.

Challenge – To Evaluate the Aerodynamics of Scale Models
Scale Engineering design and manufacture wind tunnels, industrial test rigs and research equipment for schools, universities and the commercial sector.  Their newly designed Scale Wind Tunnel can test the aerodynamics of scale models using the same principles as a full sized version, without the need for a huge test laboratory.  Recently used at Purbeck School’s Science Fair, the Scale Wind Tunnel uses two single point load cells and Intuitive2-L digital indicators, from Applied Measurements,  enabling students to evaluate, amend and improve their LEGO model design.

How Does It Work?

The Scale Wind Tunnel has two OBUG-5kg single point load cells fixed at 90˚ to each other installed on a base plate inside the tunnel.  Once the scale model is mounted inside the tunnel, the air is forced into the tunnel through the laminar air intake and along a honeycomb structure to decrease the air turbulence.  As the tunnel narrows, the airspeed increases, allowing one OBUG single point load cell to measure the lift force and the other to measure the drag force (the resistance generated by the model inside the tunnel).  The results are relayed to two separate Intuitive2-L digital indicators for analysis, enabling the students to make necessary adjustments to their design.

OBU Single Point Compression Load Cells

• Dual Cantilever Design
•  IP65 Protection Rating as Standard (IP67 Optional)
• High Accuracy <±0.03% of Rated Capacity
• Sense Wire Facility
• Moment Insensitive
• Aluminium Construction – Light Weight and Low Cost
• Customisation Available
• Optional Integration on Finished Weighing Platform

Their range of OBU single point load cells are extremely resistant to off-centre loading thanks to their dual cantilever design.  They are moment insensitive meaning that only one unit is required centrally positioned to make a weighing system, or, as in the case of Scale Engineering, allows them to be used in tandem to create a dual-axis measurement system with minimal crosstalk.  This makes them incredibly cost-effective and ideal for applications where a low cost is essential.  Our single point load cells have an IP65 protection rating with an option to increase to IP67 on some capacities if you need them for an even harsher environment.  Their common uses include low force measurement applications such as manufacturing, testing, research and development such as the Scale Wind Tunnel application.  Their aluminium construction makes them very lightweight, while still delivering highly stable and accurate results to <±0.03% of the rated capacity.

Intuitive2-L Load Cell Digital Indicators

•  6 Digit Display
• Simple and Easy to Use – No-Menu Programming
• IP65 Protection Rating
• 20-Bit A/D Converter
• Can Power up to Four 350Ω Strain Gauge Load Cells
• Modular Construction
• Variety of Display Colour Options

The Intuitive2-L digital indicators are easy to use and simple to set-up giving you a fast effortless installation.  The 4 panel buttons, on-display prompts and no-menu programming really does mean you can quickly and easily calibrate and install the digital indicator straight into your application for immediate use.  The display also has a 10Vdc excitation supply which can power up to four 350 Ohm load cells giving you a versatile complete monitoring system.  Its modular construction means you can configure the Intuitive2-L digital indicator to match your needs, making it unique to you and your application.

The indicator’s bright 6-digit LED display offers superb resolution and stability all thanks to its fantastic 20-bit A/D converter and highly stable strain gauge bridge excitation source.  The Intuitive2-L digital indicator is IP65 protection rated and comes with a variety of digit colour options to suit your application environment.  For example, to easily differentiate the lift force and the drag force results the Scale Wind Tunnel used one indicator with a red display and the other green.  We chose the Intuitive2-L digital indicator because of its modular construction and variety of optional alarm relays, analogue and digital outputs, enabling the Intuitive2-L to be tailored to the exact specification of the Scale Wind Tunnel.

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A stick for calibration!

Should you lose your calibration data for any reason, a handy USB memory stick from Applied Measurements Ltd,  contains everything you need to get yourself back up and running.  You can quickly and easily upload all your calibration data to your signal digitiser via your PC or Laptop using the software and data files on the USB stick, with no need for re-calibration or return of the equipment to us.

This FREE USB stick may be small in size but is huge in benefits, giving you:

• A Back-Up of Your Calibration Data
• All Associated Software
• Simple and Fast Restoration of Calibration Data

So, when customers buy any calibrated sensor and digitiser system from Applied Measurements that includes any of the below products they will suuply a FREE USB STICK containing all the calibration data and the associated software.

• DSC-USB Load Cell Digitiser – Converts strain gauge signal into a digital USB output.
• DSC Load Cell Converter – Converts a strain gauge input into an RS232 or RS485 digital signal.
• Any T24 Wireless Telemetry System – For single or multi-channel wireless logging.
• DTDR-F Wireless Torque Sensors – Cable free measurement of rotating and static torque measurement applications.

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High speed strain gauge amplifier.

The SGA strain gauge amplifier, from Applied Measurements,  is claimed to be one of the most versatile amplifiers on the market. It has a wide bandwidthand wide input signal range working from extremely low level input signals from a tiny 0.06mV/V all the way up to 30.3mV/V, to give you an amplified industry standard output such as 0-5Vdc or 4-20mA and more.

This flexible device can be powered from AC or DC supplies giving you excitation for up to 4 strain gauge bridge sensors connected in parallel.

But surely it can’t be that simple?
Yes it is. The SGA amplifier’s non-interactive zero & span controls and variable low-pass filter allows you to fine tune the amplifier for any application.

Its improved waterproof IP65 rugged enclosure is robust making it ideal to use in industrial environments. And thanks to its improved enclosure it has quick release screw fittings allowing you to move the device quickly and easily.

Their SGA strain gauge amplifiers can be supplied ex-stock for NEXT DAY DELIVERY.  We can also supply theSGA amplifier fully-wired and calibrated to UKAS traceable standards with any strain gauge transducer.

Domed top column load cell.

Applied Measurements have introduceed their smart new domed-top version of our existing column load cell which replaces the 0.25% accuracy CCD model that featured a flat top.

This new CCDDT domed-top version offers the following benefits:

• Better pricing on higher capacities
• Shorter delivery times:
  ONLY 4 weeks for capacities 200te and below, 5 weeks for 300 – 500te and 6 – 8 weeks for 1000te load cells. 
• IP67 environmental protection as standard

Including the fantastic new benefits above, the CCDDT domed top column load cell is also optionally available as an IP68-rated fully submersible device for use in arduous environments such as offshore oil and gas, marine and subsea applications.  The CCDDT offers accuracies of <±0.15%/RC on capacities up to 50te and <±0.25%/RC on capacities of 100te and above.

If those accuracies aren’t sufficient for your application we can offer the CCDHA high accuracy column load cell which is specially designed for use as a reference standard in verification and calibration systems, or in high accuracy monitoring and control systems, with an accuracy of <±0.10% of rated capacity.