Complete Force Measurement Systems
Whether you’re an engineer, product developer, or test professional, building an accurate and reliable force measurement system can be a complex challenge. It’s not just about selecting a single sensor; it’s about ensuring every component—from the load cell to the display—works together flawlessly. This is where a holistic, system-based approach becomes critical.
At Interface, we understand this difficult endeavor. With over 35,000 products designed and manufactured to the highest standards, our product lines are built with flexibility in mind. For decades, we’ve provided our customers with the best-in-class components, integrated custom solutions, and complete systems.
Every load cell, torque transducer, and instrument we offer is intended to function as a powerful single component used in a wide range of testing environments. Our products are also built to work as an integral part of a complete system for some of the most advanced sensor-dependent programs.
For applications ranging from robotic design and material testing to rocket launches and automotive safety, pairing the sensor with instrumentation, accessories, and calibrating them together is a significant advantage. This ensures a higher level of accuracy and reliability, reducing the risk of errors that can occur with mismatched components. This versatility allows us to provide both pre-configured solutions and the components necessary for a wide range of test and measurement applications.
Interface Complete Systems are a Foundation for Successful Test and Measurement
Interface’s new Complete Systems simplifies the process of creating a high-accuracy measurement system by providing expertly curated packages. These systems eliminate the guesswork, pairing our industry-leading sensors with compatible instrumentation, cables, and connectors to guarantee signal integrity and precise data from the start.
Each system detailed in our complete systems guide offers an in-depth look at every component, including specifications for the sensor, instrumentation, and accessories. We also highlight our system-level calibration, ensuring that the entire setup is verified for accuracy before it even reaches your facility.
Here are a few examples of the robust, pre-configured systems we offer, noting these systems are modular and can be configured to your specific requirements. Use these examples to help you find the right sensor and instrumentation combination.
- 1000 Fatigue-Rated Universal LowProfile® Load Cell and 9325 Portable Sensor Display: A classic combination for durable, high-cycle testing with a convenient, portable display.
- WTS 1200 Standard Precision LowProfile Wireless Load Cell and WTS-BS-1-HA Wireless Handheld Display: Ideal for applications where wires are a hindrance, offering wireless convenience and a handheld display.
- BPL Pedal Load Cell and BTS Bluetooth Telemetry System: A perfect pair for automotive testing, providing accurate pedal force measurements with the miniature BPL connected via a wireless Bluetooth system.
- AxialTQ™ Wireless Rotary Torque Transducer System with In-Line Magnetic Encoder Kit and Single or Double Flex Couplings: A robust, wireless solution for high-speed rotary torque measurement.
- T2 Ultra Precision Shaft Style Rotary Torque Transducer and SI-USB4 4 Channel USB Interface Module: This system combines an ultra-precise torque transducer with a versatile, multi-channel USB interface for data acquisition.
- 3A Series 3-Axis Force Load Cells and BSC4D Multi-Channel Digital PC Interface: Designed for complex, multi-directional force measurement with a dedicated digital interface.
- ILPW Standard Wireless Load Measuring Pin and WTS-BS-1-HA Wireless Handheld Display: A wireless solution for measuring load on pins, such as those used in rigging or crane applications.
- ILMP Standard Stainless Steel Load Pin and 920i Programmable Weight Indicator and Controller: A durable stainless-steel load pin combined with a highly programmable weight indicator for control and monitoring.
Simplify Data Acquisition with Data AQ Packs
In addition to our Complete Systems, our Data AQ Packs provide a simple solution for data acquisition and analysis. These packs are more than just software; they are complete instrument families that ensure top performance with your chosen Interface transducer. Each pack includes everything you need to set up, log, graph, and display your data with ease.
Some of our most popular Data AQ Packs include:
- BlueDAQ Instrument Family Data AQ Pack: This pack is ideal for viewing test results from multi-axis transducers and includes powerful software for logging and graphing.
- WTS Wireless Data AQ Pack: This pack enables seamless wireless communication with speeds up to 200 samples per second, perfect for our wireless force sensors.
- T-USB-VS Rotary Torque Transducer Data AQ Pack: Connecting your transducers to the T-USB Rotary Torque Transducer Data AQ Pack will provide you with an expedient way to view the test results for your torque transducers that have internal USB functionality.
- DIG-USB PC Interface Module Data AQ Pack: A versatile pack that provides an easy-to-use PC interface for data acquisition with a wide range of load cells and torque transducers.
- 9325 Portable Display Data AQ Pack: For those needing a portable solution, this pack provides a convenient handheld display for viewing test results and logging data in the field.
- SINF-USB-VS3 PC Interface Module Data AQ Pack: Offers a convenient way to view the test results for your load cell or torque transducer by connecting your device using USB functionality. The Data AQ Pack will provide a means to set up, log, graph, and display data from your application. All Interface mV/V load cells or torque transducers can be used with this Data AQ Pack option.
Countless Complete Systems from Interface
These examples are just a small glimpse into the countless possibilities of force measurement systems. With our broad product lines and modular design philosophy, you have the flexibility to mix and match components to create the exact system your application requires.
Whether you choose one of our pre-configured systems or build your own, Interface provides the quality and support you need for a precise and dependable measurement solution. Contact our Application Engineers to review your requirements and how we can help you bring the right system for your specific use cases.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Interface Measurement Solutions for Wireless Weighing Systems
Equalizing Load Cells in Multi-Cell Systems
