PCE-FM50 or PCE-FM200 force meter
for measuring traction and compression up to 5kg or 20kg respectively,
with RS-232 interface

The PCE-FM50 and PCE-FM200 force meter are controlled by a microprocessor with an easy to read display traction and compression. The display of the force meter can be turned 180°, allowing the readings to be visible regardless of the position of the device itself. The device is manufactured to be used with a test position accessory. It is powered by batteries or a mains adaptor (an additional 500mA power source is available to order).
To transfer data to a computer, the force meter requires software and an RS-232 cable which are available as accessories. The dynamometric cell can be attached to the LTS 20 test position. The test position is ideal for measuring traction or compression in quality control and in laboratory experiments. This link shows a force meter with an internal memory.

• Maximum value for readings of traction and compression

• Zero reset by way of keypad, if required

• Peak Hold function

• Auto shut-off
  

• Mounting holes on the back of the device when it needs to be fixed into place while measuring
  

• Battery level indicator
  

• Overload protection = 150%

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PCE-FM series force meter
 

View or print the user's manual for the software

Data transfers to a computer, using the software, at a rate of one reading every 2 seconds.
The force meter can transfer data at a quicker rate when transferring from memory to a computer, one reading every 0.25 seconds using Windows hyper terminal.

Readings can be transferred to a computer by way of the RS-232 connection and software. The following link has information pertaining to the software pack.

Software

         
Software indicating the time interval in which the device shows and adjusts measurement values. Can indicate digitally and with graphic curves.

      
Software with the curve of force meter: Can choose between representation in analogue or digital. 

       
Image of software with digital representation which provides a higher accuracy of data reading.

Optional accessores
- ISO calibration certificate
For companies that wish to incorporate the device into their array of internal quality control tools or for annual recalibrations. The ISO certificate includes a calibration and a document containing all the readings taken.

- Software pack
The pack includes software and an RS-232 cable. This allows for data to be transferred directly from the force meter to a computer. Data can also be exported to other software applications such as Excel. If you find that you only have a USB port on your computer, then order the USB-RS232 adaptor to allow the device to connected through an RS-232 port.

- USB to RS-232 adaptor
The force meter comes standard with an RS-232 interface. If you require connection to a USB port then you need to purchase the USB-RS232 adaptor.

Test Position
The force meter can be combined with any of the three test positions we have available. Two test positions are equipped with a crank and the other has a motor. The effective use of the test position is in daily testing of materials in a laboratory to maintain the same conditions, eliminating the possibility of human error.

The technical specifications for the different positions are available at this link: Test Positions.

Descriptions of test positions can be found within the corresponding on-line category: force meters.

Below you will find an overview of the different product groups of measuring instruments