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XA (Torsion/Shear)

Shear strain gauges of A series coming with one or two measurement grids measuring one or two (90° shift) direction(s) of strain. Typically 2 or 4 gauges are interconnected to form the wheatstone bridge to measure torsion

  • Different sizes including miniature designs.
  • Aluminum or steel adapted temperature response.
  • Up to 5.000 Ohm resistance.
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XA (Torsion/Shear)

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A Series Transducer Strain Gauges: Ensure Maximum Precision and Quality of Your Transducers

The A series universal strain gauges are optimised for transducer manufacturers. Combining the most common constantan measuring grid foils with a high-performance modified PEEK carrier material provides strain gauges that unite easy handling with high accuracy and outstanding humidity behavior. 

A series come in different geometries, resistance values, and grid lengths as standard. Custom designs can be developed in just a few weeks.

Robust

  • Excellent chemical resistance
  • Very low water absorption and resistance to humidity
  • Small radii of curvature are possible, allowing for installation in small drill holes

Easy handling during installation and long service life.

Precise

  • Very high stiffness (modulus of elasticity) and, thus, capable of transferring the measuring body’s deformation directly to the measuring grid
  • Higher thermal conductivity than polyimide

Suitable for transducers with high accuracy requirements.

Flexible

  • Over 30 different standard versions for steel or aluminum with 10 different creep adjustments
  • Various options available such as encapsulation, pre-coating with adhesive, or pre-tinned solder tabs
  • Custom designs possible

Perfect for your solution, regardless of whether it is standard or custom.

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Certificates and Approvals

Strain Gauges and Accessories - Statement of Compliance Declaration of Conformity English
XA (Torsion/Shear)
Type/technology Foil strain gauge
Application Manufacturing transducers
Geometry Shear/torsion
Measuring grid length 3.2 mm, 2.8 mm, 6 mm, 2 mm, 1.9 mm
Measuring grid length 0.126 in, 0.11 in, 0.039 in, 0.079 in, 0.075 in
Measuring grid width 2.7 mm, 3.5 mm, 4.76 mm, 1.8 mm, 3.1 mm, 2.4 mm, 1.4 mm
Measuring grid width 0.106 in, 0.1338 in, 0.187 in, 0.071 in, 0.122 in, 0.094 in, 0.055 in, 0.138 in
Carrier length 9.7 mm, 12.3 mm, 7.5 mm, 10.2 mm, 11.2 mm, 9 mm
Carrier length 0.382 in, 0.383 in, 0.484 in, 0.295 in, 0.402 in, 0.441 in, 0.354 in
Carrier width 4 mm, 6.5 mm, 11.7 mm, 6.3 mm, 7.9 mm, 7.8 mm, 4.4 mm
Carrier width 0.157 in, 0.256 in, 0.46 in, 0.248 in, 0.311 in, 0.307 in, 0.173 in
Temperature range Standard (up to 200°C)
Nominal resistance 350 Ohms, 175 Ohms, 1000 Ohms
Gauge factor (measuring grid material) Constantan (ca 2.0)
Temperature response Ferritic steel (10.8 ppm/K; 6.0 ppm/°F), Aluminium (23 ppm/K; 12.8 ppm/°F)
Maximum elongation Standard
Fatigue life Standard
Connection configuration Integrated solder tabs, Leads
Mounting Bondable, Bondable (adhesive pre-applied)
Grid protection Covered