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PCE-PFG Series Force Gauge
User manuals in various languages (français,
italiano, español, português, nederlands, türk, polski,
русский, 中文) can be found by using our
product search on: www.pce-instruments.com
Last change: 2 February 2021
v1.0
© PCE Instruments

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  • Page 1 User Manual PCE-PFG Series Force Gauge User manuals in various languages (français, italiano, español, português, nederlands, türk, polski, русский, 中文) can be found by using our product search on: www.pce-instruments.com Last change: 2 February 2021 v1.0 © PCE Instruments...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Save mode (Automatic memory) ..................12 Alarm limits ..................14 10 Rotate display ..................16 11 Communication interface and output interface ....... 16 12 More settings ..................17 12.1 Product information ......................19 13 Warranty ....................19 14 Disposal ....................19 © PCE Instruments...
  • Page 3: Safety Notes

    We expressly point to our general guarantee terms which can be found in our general terms of business. If you have any questions please contact PCE Instruments. The contact details can be found at the end of this manual. © PCE Instruments...
  • Page 4: Specifications

    For the force gauge PCE-PFG 2K: 1 x 2000 N S measuring cell 2 x M12 joint eyes 2 x pressure fittings 1 x USB cable 1 x USB charger 1 x user manual 1 x plastic carrying case © PCE Instruments...
  • Page 5: Dimensions

    Dimensions Dimensions for models with internal measuring cell Dimensions for models with external measuring cell © PCE Instruments...
  • Page 6: Key Functions

    "ESC" key to exit the menu "Zero" key to reset the zero point "DATA" key: Select the next item in the menu Call up data memory "SET" key: to enter the menu to select a menu item to apply settings © PCE Instruments...
  • Page 7: Battery

    As soon as the battery is discharged, the force gauge switches itself off. Switching on and off To switch the force gauge on / off, press and release the key once. When the force gauge is switched on, the model, version number and serial number are displayed. © PCE Instruments...
  • Page 8: Measuring Modes

    There are two different functions in this measuring mode. MOD1: With this function, the average value of the force curve is displayed from the set smallest force and over the set period of time. © PCE Instruments...
  • Page 9 To select a parameter, use the arrow keys. Press the key to select a parameter. Use the arrow keys again to change the parameter properties. Press the key to apply the settings you have made. © PCE Instruments...
  • Page 10 To reset and save the average value, press the key. Up to 20 average values can be saved. To view, delete or export these data, press the key. Now select "Average" with the arrow keys. Confirm the selection with the key. © PCE Instruments...
  • Page 11 Here, the saved measurement data are transferred directly to a Clear All Ave. Deletes all average measurement data. Select the desired function with the arrow keys. Press the key to open the function. Press key to return. © PCE Instruments...
  • Page 12 Under "Send Ave. Data", all data are sent to the PC. After all data have been sent, "SENT FINISH" appears on the display. With the function "Clear All Ave.”, you can clear the memory. As soon as clearing is completed, "CLEAR OVER" appears on the display. © PCE Instruments...
  • Page 13 If the minimum load is present and the minimum time has elapsed, the actual measurement begins. “GATHER" appears on the display. The measurement is made. During this measurement, it is not possible to see the current measured value. When the measurement is completed, the display shows "DONE". © PCE Instruments...
  • Page 14: Save Mode (Automatic Memory)

    Send Peak Date Here, the saved measurement data are transferred directly to a Clear All Peak Deletes all peak readings. Use the arrow keys to make your selection here. Use the to select the desired function. © PCE Instruments...
  • Page 15 The peak summary shows you the highest, the loweest, the number of readings and the total peak. Under "Send Peak Data", all data are sent to the PC. After all data has been sent, "SENT FINISH" appears on the display. © PCE Instruments...
  • Page 16: Alarm Limits

    If the "Higher Limit" value is also exceeded, only the red LED lights up. Note: This function is only available in the measuring modes RT, PK and Save. If the "Stop Force" function is activated, no LED or only the green LED will light up, depending on the setting. © PCE Instruments...
  • Page 17 The second limit value must always be higher than the first set limit value. The set values are shown above the display in measuring mode. Pressing the key selects between the display of the set alarm tension or the set alarm compression. © PCE Instruments...
  • Page 18: Rotate Display

    To remove the read data, click on "Clear". You can also save the data to your PC permanently. To do this, click on the "SAVE" button. The data can be saved in “.xls" and ".txt" file format. © PCE Instruments...
  • Page 19: More Settings

    Once you have found your desired parameter, press the key to select the function. Use the arrow keys again to make the changes. Confirm the entry with the key. © PCE Instruments...
  • Page 20 Selecting 0 minutes switches off this function. The force gauge is then permanently switched on. Backlight Here you can switch the backlight on and off. Online This activates the data interface. To exit the menu again, press the key. © PCE Instruments...
  • Page 21: Product Information

    For countries outside the EU, batteries and devices should be disposed of in accordance with your local waste regulations. If you have any questions, please contact PCE Instruments. © PCE Instruments...
  • Page 22 PCE Instruments contact information Germany France Spain PCE Deutschland GmbH PCE Instruments France EURL PCE Ibérica S.L. Im Langel 4 23, rue de Strasbourg Calle Mayor, 53 D-59872 Meschede 67250 Soultz-Sous-Forets 02500 Tobarra (Albacete) Deutschland France España Tel.: +49 (0) 2903 976 99 0 Téléphone: +33 (0) 972 3537 17...

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