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DT019-2 Force

Type:
FORCE - strain gage

Dual Range:
-10 to +10 N
-50 to +50 N


Sensor Description:

The DT019-2 Force Sensor is a popular force sensor. It has two ranges: ±10N or ±50N. It can be easily mounted on a ring stand or dynamics cart, or used as a replacement for a hand-held spring scale. It is used to study friction, simple harmonic motion, impact in collisions, or centripetal force.

Note: As this sensor is current consuming, it is highly recommended to operate it while the MultiLog is powered by the AC/DC adapter.

How it works:

The DT019-2 uses strain gage technology to measure force, based on the bending of a beam. Strain gages attached to both sides of the beam change resistance slightly as the beam bends. These resistors are built into a bridge circuit such that the changes in resistance result in a small change in voltage. An amplifier circuit inside the sensor steps up this voltage so that it can be measured by the lab interface. Potentiometers are included in the amplifier circuit to allow adjustment of the sensitivity and the voltage produced when no force is applied. The DT019-2 was designed to produce a voltage that varies in a linear way with force.

Calibration:

This sensor is automatically calibrated by the MultiLog. No further calibration is needed

What is it used for:

This sensor can be used in experiments where you need to measure collision, harmonic motion and friction forces.

Specifications:

When using this sensor, power the MultiLog with the AC/DC Adapter