Nidec FGV-HXY Operation Manual

FGV-HXY Digital Force Gauge
Operation Manual
Do not operate or store instrument in the following
locations:
Explosive areas, near water, oil, dust or chemicals; ar-
eas where the temperatures can exceed 104°F
(40° C)
Take precaution to not drop the force gauge. Damage
to the sensor may occur.
Do not modify, disassemble or attempt to repair the
unit. Send to the factory for proper repair.
If upon delivery damage to the unit is detected, do not
operate the unit. Notify the shipping carrier immedi-
ately to obtain damage claim instructions.
Only measure forces that are in line with the measur-
ing shaft. Do not attempt to take any measurements
(tension or compression) at any angle. Failure to keep
measurements in line will damage the instrument.
High Capacity Digital Force Gauges with 180° reversible dis-
play & dual labeled keypad for both push, pull applications.
The Series FGV-HXY Digital Force Gauges offer an enhanced
heavy-duty housing allowing them to be utilized in high capac-
ity tension and compression applications. These instruments
are utilized in a variety of applications such as, incoming quality
inspection, finished goods testing, R&D or almost any portable
or force stand testing requirement.
Models are available in 500 lb or 1000 lb ranges providing nec-
essary performance for high capacity testing.
The 180° reversible display combined with the adjustable force
direction and dual labeled keypad enable these units to excel
in both compression and tension applications in any direction.
FGV models possess onboard statistical calculations and pro-
vide fast access to maximum, minimum, average and standard
deviation data. Models include the free Toriemon software and
USB cable allowing further data analyis on a PC. The FGV-
HXY's 1,000 point memory allows for data exporting in real time
or after testing is complete. In addition, the RS-232C, USB and
analog outputs provide maximum communication flexibility.
Capacity: -500HXY: 500 lb, 250 kg, 2500 N; -1000HXY: 1000
lb, 500 kg, 4448 N
Resolution: 0.1 lb/0.1 kg/1 N
Accuracy: ±0.2% F.S.
Display: Four digit LCD, .47" high (12 mm) with various indi-
cators including tension and low battery indication
(reversible) Minus sign for tension
Average/Peak Mode: Selectable
Display Update: 0.05, 0.1, 0.2, 0.3, 0.5, 1 sec
Sampling Rate: 1000 Hz
Overload Capacity: 150% of F.S.
Power: Rechargeable Ni-Cad batteries (included) or AC
adapter/charger (included)
Auto Power Shut-Off: Yes (not active if adapter/charge is
in use)
Battery Charge: 17 hours (when fully charged)
Recharge Time: Approximately 18 hours (when fully dis-
charged)
Temperature Range: 32 - 104°F (0 - 40°C)
Dimensions: 8.43" x 3.23" x 2.25" (214 x 82 x 57 mm)
Product Weight: Approx. 2 lb (900 g) for 500 lb range; 2.65
lb (1.20 kg) for 1000 lb range
Package Weight: Approx. 7.45 lb (3.38 kg) for 500 lb range;
8.25 lb (3.74 kg) for 1000 lb range
Certification: CE, RoHS
Warranty: 2-Year
Included Accessories: AC adapter/charger, carrying case,
2 handles, metric thread to inch adapter and attachments (flat
head, hook, chisel, notched head, cone head, extension rod),
USB cable. Note: software available at www.shimpoinst.com
for free download