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Switchable ranges
07 January 2014
Seven press force sensors from Kistler Instruments (Type-9323A) have been developed for use in production environments, especially for quality assurance monitoring in assembly applications.
The piezoelectric sensor element provides a compact design with a low sensor weight, and is said to offer smaller dimensions and mass than equivalent strain gauge devices. The wide-range measuring chain also offers advantages in laboratory applications, where frequent changes of sensor are common practice. The high degree of overload protection eliminates the need for involved protective measures when using the lowest measuring ranges.
The piezoelectric sensors cover ranges from 10 to 700kN and are supplied with 1, 10 and 100% measuring range calibrations. In most applications, they can be fitted directly into presses, punches and rams. Where this is not possible, a variety of flanges and adapters are available.
