CHATILLON DFX Series Digital Force Gauge

The CHATILLON® DFX Series is an economical digital force gauge ideal for applications where users are interested in basic peak force measurement. The DFX is available in four capacities (10lbf, 50 lbf, 100 lbf, 200 lbf) and features an integral loadcell with a measurement accuracy of better than 0.5% full scale. The DFX Series operates using two (2) 9Vdc alkaline batteries or using the standard battery eliminator. The battery eliminator is supplied with a US, UK and EURO style plug. Under battery operation, the DFX Series will operate for over 120 hours of continuous use.

A large, easy-to-read, high resolution dot matrix LCD display supports a variety of standard gauge functions including normal and peak readings. Loads are displayed in ozf, gf, lbf, kgf and N units. The display language may be setup to indicate in English, Spanish, French, German, Portuguese and Chinese. The DFX Series' calibration procedure in included in the gauge's setup. The DFX Series force gauges come with a carrying case, battery eliminator, flat and hook adapters. The DFX Series is supplied with an optional Certificate of Calibration with NIST data.

Features

• Four Models (10 lbf, 50 lbf, 100 lbf, and 200 lbf)
• Normal and Peak Operating Modes
• Selectable Units of Measurement
  • ozf, gf, lbf, kgf and N
  • Units may be locked to prevent changing
• Measurement Accuracy
  • Accuracy ±0.5% Full Scale
  • Mechanical Overload Protection to 150% Full Scale
• Simple Operator Interface
  • High Resolution Display
  • Menus, Prompts and Function Keys for Easy Use
  • Load Bargraph
• Selectable Display Languages (English, Spanish, French, German, Portuguese, Chinese)
• Battery Operated with Automatic Shutoff Power Saver
  • Over 120 hrs of continuous use with two 9Vdc alkaline batteries
  • Supplied with Universal Battery Eliminator (US, UK, Euro style plugs)
• Supplied with standard Certificate of Conformance
  • Optional Certificate of Calibration with NIST available
• 1 Year Warranty

Product Tour

1. Battery Status - View the current battery power remaining on your two 9Vdc alkaline batteries.
2. Normal Display - Shows the current load being applied to the sensor. Indicates load direction.
   Peak Display - Shows the peak (maximum) load that was applied to the sensor during a test.
   Overload Display - Shows the overload history for the force gauge. Indicates the number of overloads that occurred in both the tension and compression direction.
3. Load Bargraph - Shows the load being applied to the internal sensor graphically. Indicates overload conditions and zero offset.
4. Rugged Construction - Cast aluminum housing and integral mechanical overload protection are designed into the DFX.
5. Simple Accessory Connection - Gauge has either #10-32 or 5/16-18 male threads depending on gauge capacity. Supplied standard with Flat adapter and Hook. A wide assortment of optional accessories are available.
6. Power Save Mode - Gauge has a power save feature that automatically shuts down power to the gauge when there has been no activity. Saves battery life.
7. Units Lock - Select the desired units of measurement. Units may be "locked" to your desired measurement type: ozf, gf, lbf, kgf or N.
8. Load Direction Indicator - Shows the direction of load being applied to the internal sensor.
9. Simple Keypad - Gauge operation simple using fours keyes: Peak, Units, Zero and Info.
   • PEAK- change from Normal to Peak mode
   • UNITS- select desired units of measurement
   • ZERO- used to zero or tare
   • INFO- for gauge setup and status reviews
10. Language Setup - Let's you select the desired display language for your DFX. Information may be displayed in English, Spanish, French, German, Portuguese and Chinese.
11. Universal Battery Eliminator - Standard Battery Eliminator includes a US, UK and EURO plug. Connects to a 120V/240V source outlet.
12. Configuration Procedure - (Not pictured) Let's you validate or calibrate your DFX. The calibration procedure is included in the gauge setup. Just follow the step-by-step prompts.

Specifications

Accuracy: ±0.5% of full scale
Certification: Certificate of Conformance (standard).
Calibration with NIST Data, IEC/ISO17025 (optional).
Data Sampling Rate: 1000 Hz
Peak Capture Rate: 1000 Hz
Display Update Rate: 250mS
Tare Capacity: 110% full scale
Overload Protection: 150% full scale
Display Characteristics: High resolution, dot-matrix LCD, 8 lines, 21 characters
Automatic Shut Down: 30 minutes. May be disabled.
Power: Two (2) 9Vdc Alkaline Batteries or Battery Eliminator
Battery Life: Approximately 120 hours, continuous use.
Instrument Weight: 1.5 lbs (0.7 kg)
Shipping Weight: 4 lbs (1.8 kg) with accessories
Storage Temperature: 0 to 130°F (-17 to 54°C)
Operating Temperature: 40 to 110°F (4 to 43°C)
Temperature Stability: Better than 0.03% of rated output per °F
Relative Humidity: 20% to 80%
Warranty: 1 year

Conformance

The Chatillon DFX Series has been accessed against the essential health and safety requirements of the Low Voltage and the EMC Directives listed and found to be in compliance.

• BS EN 61010-1:2001 - Safety Requirement for Electrical Equipment
• BS EN 61000-6-3:2001 - EMC Generic Emission Standard
• BS EN 61000-6-1:2001 - EMC Generic Immunity Standard

The DFX Series is a RoHS and WEEE compliant device.

Loadcell Deflection Specifications

The following are the specified loadcell deflection values at full capacity.

• 10 lbf (50N): 0.010" ±0.004"
• 50 lbf (250N): 0.010" ±0.004"
• 100 lbf (500N): 0.010" ±0.004"
• 200 lbf (1000N): 0.010" ±0.004"

Available Models and Accessories

DFX Series with Certificate of Calibration (NIST)

DFX Series with Certificate of Conformance

DFX Gauge with standard accessories

DFX Series Accessories

Note: *Accessories are model dependent.

Specialty Medical Kits

K-DFX-200 Advanced Medical Package

Specification SS-FM-3010-0807, August 2007
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