Chatillon DFE3 Force Gauge

Features

The DFE3 force gauges are low-cost, high functionality digital force gauges designed for simple applications. The DFE3 is ideal for collecting production sample data at the end of a production line, performing pass/fail test status, or recording of quality testing data for incoming material inspection conformance.

The Chatillon DFE3 Series is the new generation of digital force gauges for force measurement. It is specially designed for users looking for easy-to-use force gauges with functionality that can help them optimize their processes and save time.

The DFE3 Series force gauges come in an ergonomic design that ensures a stable grip and easy mounting. They are designed for simple applications where a low-cost force gauge will meet requirements, without compromising functionality. These digital force gauges are ideal for handheld use.

The DFE3 Series digital force gauges feature a large, easy-to-read color-display that highlights readings and icons for easy navigation. A rugged rubber keypad ensures a single touch operation that corresponds to displayed options on the screen and guides its user during operation.

To help the user save time, it offers test setups functionality, auto-save test results, and automatic export of these for further analysis. Additionally, the force gauges offer a variety of standard gauge functions, including normal and peak readings, high/low limits, set points, load averaging and pass/fail results.

For comfort, the display can be inverted, or the display illumination can be dimmed. Key and user audible warning tones can also be configured. Menus, test setups and functions can be disabled for use an operator by using the Pincode settings and home screen lock. Displayed results may also be “hidden” from the operator.

The DFE3 Series offers the best price performance of any digital force gauge available today. This compact, easy-to-use force gauge is designed for basic and complex applications. Ideal for handheld or test stand applications.

Measurement accuracy is better than 0.2% full scale in integral load cell models. A large, easy-to-read, high resolution, full color LCD display supports a variety of standard gauge functions including normal and peak readings, high/low limits, setpoints, pass/fail results, statistical results, load averaging, loadcell actuation and direction. Loads are displayed in ozf, gf, lbf, kgf and N units. The display can be inverted and displayed results may be “hidden” from the operator. The DFE3 also offers password protection for gauge set ups.

Comprehensive Results The DFE3 Series supplies you with comprehensive results that are easy to view and understand. The gauge displays:

• Measured Result with Units:
  • Peak Tension and Compression.
  • Load Average/Time.
• Operating Mode.
• Pass-Fail Result.
• High and Low Load Results.
• Saved Results.
• Statistical Calculations:
  • Average with MIN and MAX Results.
  • Cv with Average and Standard Deviation.
  • Standard Deviation.
  • Graphical representation of saved results

Outputs The DFE3 Series comes standard with a USB-C connection. The USB interface allows communications with a PC.

Calibrate and Verify Status The DFE3 Series incorporates flash memory. You have immediate access to battery conditions, including estimated battery life remaining. You can also view loadcell status, including the number of overloads that have been applied to the gauge.

Time Method The Time method allows you to establish your load averaging based on a load threshold and time duration. The load threshold determines the start of the averaging, while the time duration defines the length of the test period. The gauge will begin taking readings when the threshold is reached and will continue to take and average readings until the time duration has expired.

Battery Life The extraordinarily long battery life of the DFE3 reduces the need for continuous recharging. The dimming functionality of the DFE3 provides a battery life of 30 hours when the dimming is off while turning the dimming on will provide a full 40 hours of battery life.

Functions and Features

Unique User Interface Easy to use, single layer user interface. No deep menu structure! Operate and set-up the DFE3 to perform your tasks. Fast and intuitive! The high resolution display features brightness adjustments and can be inverted when required. The display can even be "hidden" at the press of a button. A load bar graph indicating load direction, measured load, and safe load helps prevent overloads: the load bar changes from green to red to indicate proximity to load cell capacity. The integral loadcells feature mechanical overload protection at 150% Full Scale.

Dependable Measurements The DFE3 Series features an integral loadcell sensor that delivers repeatable, accurate results. The innovative load bargraph shows dynamic load, direction of load and warns you of pending overload conditions. Smart technology in the gauge even keeps track of overload history to aide in maintenance and troubleshooting.