Knowledge Base of Strain Gage Technology | Micro-Measurements
Welcome to our Knowledge Base, an essential resource dedicated to delivering comprehensive technical information about strain gages (gauges). Within this extensive library, you can explore a wide variety of documents tailored to meet your needs, including detailed installation guides, in-depth technical notes, and advanced software tools. Each resource is crafted to enhance your understanding and practical application of strain measurement techniques. Whether you're just starting out or you’re a seasoned professional, our Knowledge Base serves as your ultimate destination for expert insights and valuable guidance on the applications of precision strain measurement. Dive in and empower yourself with the knowledge needed to excel in this critical field!
INSTRUCTION BULLETINS
This section contains detailed collection of articles that provide a step-by-step procedure for the installation of strain gages (gauges) using various adhesive systems and protective coatings.
TECHNICAL TIPS
Find expert advice on all aspects of experimental stress analysis and the use of strain gages (gauges) in transducer applications. Whether your interest is in preproduction, bonding, soldering, lead wires, bridge circuits, protective coating, failure analysis, or creating complete weighing and measurement solutions, Technical Tips is your essential resource for techniques to obtain accurate, reliable data.
TECH NOTES
Our Technical notes are used to describe strain measurement methodologies and present techniques and equipment. We cover strain gage (gauge) selection criteria, temperature effects, and other error corrections. We discuss Wheatstone bridge principles, including shunt calibration and non-linearity, as well as noise control and digital signal processing.
APPLICATION NOTES
All you need to know about strain measurements including selecting the right gage (gauge), general techniques for installing our strain gages (gauges), attaching lead wires, bridge completion, and protective coatings.
SOFTWARE
StrainSmart is a ready-to-use, Windows® based software system for acquiring, presenting, and exporting measurement data from strain gages (gauges), strain-gage-based transducers, thermocouples, temperature sensors, LVDTs, potentiometers, piezoelectric sensors, and other commonly used transducers.
CALCULATORS
We provide a wide variety of calculators with useful formulas to make things easier for you.
TECHNICAL DATA FOR TRANSDUCER CLASS® STRAIN GAGES
Description for all Micro-Measurements Transducer Class® gage (gauge) series are given in this technical data sheet, along with performance specifications and application notes.
TECHNICAL DATA FOR GENERAL USE STRAIN GAGES
Description for all Micro-Measurements standard gage (gauge) series are given in this technical data sheet, along with performance specifications and application notes.
TRAINING
Benefit from an extensive series of regularly scheduled, hands-on technical workshops and short courses.
STRAINTALKS
Explore our free education seminars aimed at helping Design and Test Engineers understand strain gage (gauge) theory selection, preparation, performance, installation, configuration, and more.
STRAINBLOG
Questions and answers on the go! Listen to Micro-Measurements experts explain the many facets of strain gage (gauge) technology.
PROMOTIONAL MATERIALS
Explore a variety of informative promotional materials, including brochures, product sheets, and many forms of product literature.