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Ametek Chatillon DFE3 Series Digital Force Gauges
The Ametek Chatillon DFE3 Series Digital Force Gauges is the new generation of digital force gauges for force measurement. It is specially designed for users looking for easy-to-use force gauges with functionality that can help them optimize their processes and save time.
The DFE3 Series force gauges come in an ergonomic design that ensures a stable grip and easy mounting. They are designed for simple applications where a low-cost force gauge will meet requirements, without compromising functionality. These digital force gauges are ideal for handheld use.
The Ametek Chatillon DFE3 Series Digital Force Gauges feature a large, easy-to-read color-display that highlights readings and icons for easy navigation. A rugged rubber keypad ensures a single touch operation that corresponds to displayed options on the screen and guides its user during operation.
To help the user save time, it offers test setups functionality, auto-save test results, and automatic export of these for further analysis. Additionally, the force gauges offer a variety of standard gauge functions, including normal and peak readings, high/low limits, set points, load averaging and pass/fail results.
For comfort, the display can be inverted, or the display illumination can be dimmed. Key and user audible warning tones can also be configured. Menus, test setups and functions can be disabled for use an operator by using the Pincode settings and home screen lock. Displayed results may also be "hidden" from the operator.
Optionally expand the functionality of your DFE3 force gauge even further with the advanced ForceTest 3.0 software.
Measurement accuracy is better than 0.2% full scale in integral load cell.
DFE3 Series Features
- Simple user interface
- Test setup functionality
- Capacities from 2 lbf (10 N) to 500 lbf (2500 N)
- Data sampling rate of 30 kHz
- Selectable units of measurement (ozf, gf, lbf, kgf and N)
- Delivered in a rugged carrying case
Available Models and Accessories
DFE3 Series Models (Accuracy: 0.2% FS)
| Model | Full Scale / Resolution | ||||
| lbf | N | kgf | ozf | gf | |
| DFE3-002 | 2 / 0.0001 | 10 / 0.001 | 1 / 0.0001 | 32 / 0.001 | 1000 / 0.1 |
| DFE3-010 | 10 / 0.001 | 50 / 0.001 | 5 / 0.0001 | 160 / 0.01 | 5000 / 0.1 |
| DFE3-025 | 25 / 0.001 | 100 / 0.01 | 10 / 0.001 | 400 / 0.01 | 10000 / 1 |
| DFE3-050 | 50 / 0.001 | 250 / 0.01 | 25 / 0.001 | 800 / 0.01 | 25000 / 1 |
| DFE3-100 | 100 / 0.01 | 500 / 0.01 | 50 / 0.001 | 1600 / 0.1 | 50000 / 1 |
| DFE3-200 | 200 / 0.01 | 1000 / 0.1 | 100 / 0.01 | - | - |
| DFE3-500 | 500 / 0.01 | 2500 / 0.1 | 250 / 0.01 | - | - |
DFE3 Series Accessories (* Indicates an accessory included with the gauge.)
| Model | Description |
| SPK-FMG-008A | * Chisel Point, 110 lbf |
| SPK-FMG-008B | * Chisel Point, 550 lbf |
| SPK-FMG-009A | * Point Adapter, 110 lbf |
| SPK-FMG-009B | * Point Adapter, 550 lbf |
| SPK-FMG-010A | * Notch Adapter, 110 lbf |
| SPK-FMG-010B | * Notch Adapter, 550 lbf |
| SPK-FMG-011A | * Flat Adapter, 110 lbf |
| SPK-FMG-011B | * Flat Adapter, 550 lbf |
| SPK-FMG-012A | * Hook, 50 lbf |
| SPK-FMG-012B | * Hook, 110 lbf |
| SPK-FMG-012C | * Hook, 550 lbf |
| SPK-DF-118 | * Carrying Case |
| SPK-DF3-UNIV | * Battery Charger, Universal, with Cable |
| 6885 | Cable, USB-C/USB-A, 3 FT, Black |
| 6886 | Adapter, Wall Mount, AC/DC, 5V, 5W, USB-A |
| 6887 | Kit, AC Adapter for P/N 6886 |
| SPK-FMG-013A | Extension Rod, 6" (152mm), #10-32 |
| SPK-FMG-013B | Extension Rod, 6" (152mm), 5/16-18 |
| SPK-DFG3-001 | Load Cell Shaft Protector |
| P-10020 | #10-32 to 5/16-18 Adapter |
| SPK-DF3-HANDLE | Handle Assembly, DFE3/DFS3 |
| 6873 | Handle Assembly, DF3 Series |
| NC002825 | Grip Handle, MSC/FCE Rev. A |
| E08-257 | Screw, Flat Head Socket Cap Rev. - |
| SPK-DF-RS232 | RS232 Cable, 10' (3m) |
| SPK-FMG-141 | Pistol Grip |
| ML3867 | Swivel Hook, 50 lbf |
| ML3850 | Swivel Hook, 110 lbf |
| ML3869 | Swivel Hook, 225 lbf |
| ML3868 | Swivel Hook, 550 lbf |
| NC002500 | Hook, Latch |
| SPK-DF-FORCETEST | ForceTest DF2 & DF3 Software |
Notes:
Accessories are capacity dependent.
Accessories used with capacities below 110 lbf (500N) will generally have a #10-32 thread.
Accessories for higher capacities generally have a 5/16-18 thread.