ProtEX-MAX PD8-6100 Strain Gauge, Load Cell, and mV Meter
Instruction Manual
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Shunt Resistor (Switch 5)
The PD8-6100 provides a means of simulating strain
in a strain gauge bridge circuit via a 60.4K
Ω shunt
resistor included in the meter. This will simulate an
approximate 70% full-scale load in the case of a 350
Ω
strain bridge.
OFF
Shunt
Shunt resistor is
disconnected
from the input
bridge.
Turn this switch
OFF to remove the
shunt resistor
ON
Shunt
Shunt resistor is
connected to the
input bridge.
Turn switch ON
when you want to
simulate a strain
load
Strain Gauge Connections
The following figures show examples of strain gauge
connections.
There is a 5-position DIP switch (CONFIG) to set up
the input ranges and sensor excitation.
Note:
Refer to Switch Configuration on page 25 for proper
configuration switch positioning.
Figure 9. Strain Gauge Powered by
Internal Supply
Figure 10. Strain Gauge Powered by
External Supply
Figure 11. mV Transducer Input Connections
Figure 12. Four-wire mV Transducer Connections
Notes
1.
Two-wire mV signals: Connect positive to SG+ and
negative to SG-
2.
Three-wire transducer: Connect EX- to SG-
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