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August 2022 Newsletter

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Interface provides a broad range of solutions for static and dynamic force measurement tests including standard and custom transducers, instrumentation, accessories, frames, calibration equipment and other components used in force testing.

Testing force helps to qualify how something will react when applying load, either by a normal application or by pulling and pushing it until failure. The type of force measurement classifications are compression, fracture, tension, flexure, and shear. To start the selection process for any test, it begins with a simple question, what are you measuring?

The most common categories of force testing include:

  • Tensile testing
  • Shear testing
  • Compression testing
  • Fatigue testing
  • Torque testing
  • Hardness testing
  • Static testing
  • Mechanical strength testing
  • Material testing
  • Proof load testing
  • End of line testing

Types of Force Measurement Tests 101 offers a series of definitions for each test type. There are variations to each of these test classifications, such as cycle testing, which is often a subset of fatigue and mechanical strength tests. Hardness testing is frequently
referred to as nondestructive testing. Initial R&D tests typically center around choosing materials, strength and durability tests, compression ergonomic and abrasion tests.

Visit Interface products to see how we can help you support these force measurement test types or contact our Application Engineers for assistance.

SPECIFYING ACCURACY REQUIREMENTS WHEN SELECTING LOAD CELLS

Aspects that impact the accuracy of a load cell measurement include sensor specifications, mounting configuration, calibration type, instrumentation, cables, and uncertainty of calibration. Every load cell should have a detailed specification datasheet that outlines key performance factors by model and size. All Interface datasheets are available online.

Interface load cells are designed for precision, quality, and accuracy. Though the ranges may differ in specifications slightly, most performance data will far exceed industry standards. Interface typically defines the standard for precision load cell accuracy. These accuracy-related specifications include:

  • Static Error Band %FS 
  • Nonlinearity %FS 
  • Hysteresis %FS 
  • Nonrepeatability %RO 
  • Creep % 
  • Eccentric Load Sensitivity

Read more about these definitions, along with important steps when choosing the right load cell for your next project.

Interface hosted Superior S-Type Load Cells, focusing on various S-type products and applications. The topics included product reviews, advantages, tips, FAQs, use cases, and OEM options.

We also introduced our latest invention, the new SuperSC product, along with an important engineering perspective on the design and functionality. Watch the entire online event here.

Interface S-type load cells include sealed, micro-sized options, fatigue-rated, high-temperature ratings, low height models, overload protected and intrinsically safe options. Engineers and testing labs prefer Interface’s s-type sensors for:

  • Proven load cell form with Interface’s strain gages
  • High accuracy
  • Size and much smaller than typical load cells
  • Value and cost-effective solution
  • Flexibility to fit in limited spaces
  • Easy to integrate
  • Universal for tension and compression testing

Read the webinar recap and watch Superior S-Type Load Cells and Introduction of SuperSC. 

INTERFACE FORCELEADERS HEAD TO MICHIGAN FOR SEPTEMBER 14 EVENT

Interface product experts are hosting an exclusive event, FORCELEADERS SUMMIT NOVI SEMINAR + HAPPY HOUR, at The HUB Stadium on September 14 – Save Your Seat.

We will be sharing tips and answering frequent questions about load cells, torque transducers, load pins and shackles, OEM solutions, systems, instrumentation, multi-axis sensors and more. Register here.

The in-person workshop takes place the same week of the big battery and EV testing expo. We will reveal new and popular Interface test and measurement products and common applications, including for battery testing, electric vehicles, automotive components, industrial automation, robotics and more.

EXTRA, EXTRA! Brian Peters will be on hand to talk about some of the EV battery testing applications he shared with Fierce Electronics. Read Force sensors find opportunity in electric vehicles, battery assembly.
 

1, 2, 3…Go!

​​​​​​#1 – SOLUTIONS: Interface provides robust and accurate products used to evaluate infrastructure used to harness renewable energy. Read more about products used for Electrolyzer and Fuel Cell Tie Rod Monitoring in Hydrogen Production.

#2 – CONNECT: TURBOMACHINERY & INTERNATIONAL PUMP USERS SYMPOSIA (TPS 2022), SEPTEMBER 11-15, Texas A&M University – Free Exhibit Pass Available Here.

#3 – WATCH: We discuss load cells datasheets, calibration certificates, load cell outputs and more In our I’ve Got a Load Cell, Now What series. Read about and watch episodes 3 & 4.

If you have questions about selecting the right product or would like to review your accuracy specification requirement, we are here ready to answer your questions. It is important that we ensure you have the right products. Let us know how we can help.

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