Kistler press force sensors have switchable ranges

The piezoelectric sensor element provides a compact design with a low sensor weight, offering significantly smaller dimensions and mass than equivalent strain gauge devices. However, the wide-range measuring chain also offers advantages in laboratory applications, where frequent changes of sensor are common practice and the very high degree of overload protection eliminates the need for involved protective measures when using the lowest measuring ranges.

Kistler's range of seven force sensors has been developed specifically for use in production environments, especially for quality assurance monitoring in assembly applications. The piezoelectric sensors cover measuring ranges from 10kN to 700kN and are supplied as standard with 1 per cent, 10 per cent and 100 per cent measuring range calibrations. In most applications, the sensors may be fitted directly into presses, punches and rams but, where this is not possible, a variety of flanges and adapters are available.

Please go to www.kistler.com to learn more about the company's range of press force sensors.