DART 2.0 High Capacity Digital Force Gauges
High capacity digital force gauges with 180° reversible display & dual labeled keypad for both push, pull applications. The Series FGE-HX Digital Force Gauges offer an enhanced heavy-duty housing allowing them to be utilized in high capacity tension and compression applications. These instruments are utilized in a variety of applications such as, incoming quality inspection, finished goods testing, R&D or almost any portable or force stand testing requirement.
Models are available in 200, 500 or 1000 lb. ranges providing necessary performance for high capacity testing. The 180° reversible display combined with the adjustable force direction and dual labeled keypad enable these units to excel in both compression and tension applications in any direction.
For ordering and accessories see the ordering details.
Features
- 1000 Hz Sample Rate provides faster sampling producing better resolution and more accurate results
- High accuracy +/-0.2% F.S., ideal for strict tolerances
- Measure and record compression and tension tests – Permits true “push-pull” testing
- 180° Reversible display and dual printed keypad allows usage as a portable gauge or mounted upside down on a test stand
- 1 million operation load cell with superior overload protection provides a long-life, damage free product
- High-capacity rugged, ergonomic die cast aluminum construction allows usage on production floor
- Variable display response rate aids viewing readings
- Quick retrieval of peak measurement with a single push button in test stand
- Flexible user preference with one button selection of engineering units
- Field calibration through keypad eliminates down time
- Dual power capable with rechargeable battery or AC line voltage
- CE Mark
Specifications
| Models | FGE-HX |
| Capacity | -200HX: 200 lb, 100 kg, 1000 N; -500HX: 500 lb, 250 kg, 2500 N; -1000HX: 1000 lb, 453.6 kg, 4448 N |
| Resolution | 0.1 lb/0.1 kg/1 N |
| Accuracy | ±0.2% F.S. |
| Display | Four digit LCD, .47″ high (12 mm) with various indicators including tension and low battery indication (reversible) Minus sign for tension |
| Average/Peak Mode | Selectable |
| Display Update | 0.05, 0.1, 0.2, 0.3, 0.5, 1 sec |
| Sampling Rate | 1000 Hz |
| Overload Capacity | 150% of F.S. |
| Power | Rechargeable Ni-Cad batteries (included) or AC adapter/charger (included) |
| Auto Power Shut-Off | Yes (not active if adapter/charge is in use) |
| Battery Charge | 12 hours (when fully charged) |
| Temperature Range | 32° – 104° F (0° – 40° C) |
| Dimensions | 8.43” x 3.23” x 2.15” (214 x 82 x 54.5 mm) |
| Product Weight | Approx. 2 lb (900 kg) for 500 lb range; 2.65 lb (1.20 kg) for 1000 lb range |
| Package Weight | Approx. 7.45 lb (3.38 kg) for 500 lb range; 8.25 lb (3.74 kg) for 1000 lb range |
| Certification | CE |
| Included Accessories | AC adapter/charger, carrying case, 2 handles, metric thread to inch adapter and attachments (flat head, hook, chisel, notched head, cone head, extension rod), RS-232 cable. RS-232 cable is included with FGV-HX series only. Note: software available at www.shimpoinst.com for free download |
