DFG35 Digital Force Gauges
User’s Guide
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9.1.2 Data Format
Select the desired data format. The screen appears as follows:
Selection Description
N Units
Output format includes the value and unit of measure. Compression values have
positive polarity, tension values have negative polarity.
Numeric Only
Output format includes the value only. Polarity same as above.
Invert Polarity
Compression values have negative polarity, tension values have positive polarity.
May be selected in addition to the N Units / Numeric Only selection.
Omit Polarity
Both directions are formatted with positive polarity. May be selected in addition to
the N Units / Numeric Only selection.
Individual data points may be transmitted by pressing
DATA
.
10 CALIBRATION
10.1 Initial Physical Setup
The gauge should be mounted vertically to a test stand or fixture rugged enough to withstand a load
equal to the full capacity of the instrument. Certified deadweights or master load cells should be used,
along with appropriate mounting brackets and fixtures. Caution should be taken while handling such
equipment.
10.2 Calibration Procedure
1. Select
Calibration
from the menu. The display will appear as follows:
2. Press
DIRECTION
to invert the display, if desired.
ENTER
to continue. The display will appear as
follows:
DATA FORMAT
*
N Units
Numeric Only
Invert Polarity
Omit Polarity
CALIBRATION
To invert the
display, press the
DIRECTION button,
then press ENTER.
CALIBRATION
Enter # cal points
(1 to 10)
Compression:
5
Tension:
5