CHATILLON DFX II Series Digital Force Gauge

The CHATILLON^® DFX II Series is an economical digital force gauge ideal for applications where users are interested in basic peak force measurement.

The DFX II is available in four capacities (10 lbf, 50 lbf, 100 lbf, 200 lbf) and features an integral load cell with a measurement accuracy of better than 0.3% FS. The DFX II Series operates using a rechargeable NiMH battery pack and can also operate using the supplied universal charger. The battery eliminator is supplied with a US, UK and EURO style plug. Under battery operation, the DFX II Series will operate for over 70-100 hours of continuous use.

A large, easy-to-read, high resolution dot matrix LCD display supports a variety of standard gauge functions including normal and peak readings. Loads are displayed in ozf, gf, lbf, kgf and N units. The display language may be set up to indicate in English, Spanish, French, German, Portuguese and Chinese.

The DFX II Series' calibration procedure is included in the gauge's setup. DFX II Series force gauges come with a carrying case, battery universal battery charger, flat and hook adapters. The DFX II Series is supplied with an optional Certificate of Calibration with NIST data.

Features & Benefits

Four Models Available - 10 lbf, 50 lbf, 100 lbf, and 200 lbf
Normal and Peak Operating Modes
Selectable Units of Measurement - ozf, gf, lbf, kgf and N
Measurement Accuracy 0.3% FS
Mechanical Overload Protection to 150% FS
Simple Operator Interface
Selectable Display Languages - English, Spanish, French, German, Portuguese and Chinese
Battery Operated with Automatic Shutoff Power Saver Providing 70-100 Hours of Continuous Use
Supplied with Standard Certificate of Conformance
1 Year Warranty

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Specifications

Accuracy: ±0.3% of full scale
Certification: Certificate of Conformance (standard)
NIST Traceable and 17025 calibration (optional)
Data Sampling Rate: 1000 Hz
Peak Capture Rate: 1000 Hz
Display Update Rate: 250mS
Tare Capacity: 110% full scale
Overload Protection: 150% full scale
Display Characteristics: High resolution, dot-matrix LCD, 8 lines, 21 characters
Automatic Shut Down: 30 minutes. May be disabled.
Power: NiMH battery pack or use with Universal Battery Charger
Battery Life: Approximately 70 to 100 hours, continuous use.
Instrument Weight: 1.5 lbs (0.7 kg)
Shipping Weight: 4 lbs (1.8 kg) with accessories
Storage Temperature: 0 to 130°F (-17 to 54°C)
Operating Temperature: 40 to 110°F (4 to 43°C)
Temperature Stability: Better than 0.03% of rated output per °F
Relative Humidity: 20% to 85%
Warranty: 1 year

Conformance

The Chatillon DFX II Series has been accessed against the essential health and safety requirements of the Low Voltage and the EMC Directives listed and found to be in compliance.

BS EN 61010-1:2001 - Safety Requirement for Electrical Equipment
BS EN 61000-6-3:2001 - EMC Generic Emission Standard
BS EN 61000-6-1:2001 - EMC Generic Immunity Standard

Loadcell Deflection Specifications

The following are the specified loadcell deflection values at full capacity.

10 lbf (50N): 0.010" ±0.004"
50 lbf (250N): 0.010" ±0.004"
100 lbf (500N): 0.010" ±0.004"
200 lbf (1000N): 0.010" ±0.004"

Available Models and Accessories

DFX II Series with Certificate of Calibration (NIST)

Model	ozf	gf	lbf	kgf	N
DFX2-010-NIST	160 x 0.2	5000 x 5	10 x 0.01	5 x 0.005	50 x 0.05
DFX2-050-NIST	800 x 1	25000 x 20	50 x 0.05	25 x 0.02	250 x 0.2
DFX2-100-NIST	1600 x 2	50000 x 50	100 x 0.1	50 x 0.05	500 x 0.5
DFX2-200-NIST	--	--	200 x 0.2	100 x 0.1	1000 x 1

DFX II Series with Certificate of Conformance

Model	ozf	gf	lbf	kgf	N
DFX2-010	160 x 0.2	5000 x 5	10 x 0.01	5 x 0.005	50 x 0.05
DFX2-050	800 x 1	25000 x 20	50 x 0.05	25 x 0.02	250 x 0.2
DFX2-100	1600 x 2	50000 x 50	100 x 0.1	50 x 0.05	500 x 0.5
DFX2-200	--	--	200 x 0.2	100 x 0.1	1000 x 1

DFX II Gauge with standard accessories

DFX II Series Accessories

Item	Capacity	Part No.	Included
Flat, #10-32	100 lbf (500 N)	SPK-FMG-011A	Standard*
Flat, 5/16-18	500 lbf (2.5 kN)	SPK-FMG-011B	Standard*
Hook, #10-32	50 lbf (225 N)	SPK-FMG-012A	Standard*
Hook, #10-32	100 lbf (500 N)	SPK-FMG-012B	Standard*
Hook, 5/16-18	200 lbf (2.5 kN)	SPK-FMG-012C	Standard*
Universal Battery Charger	--	SPK-DF2-UNIV	Standard
Carrying Case	--	SPK-DFX-159	Standard
Chisel Point, #10-32	100 lbf (500 N)	SPK-FMG-008A	Optional
Chisel Point, 5/16-18	200 lbf (1 kN)	SPK-FMG-008B	Optional
Point, #10-32	100 lbf (500 N)	SPK-FMG-009A	Optional
Point	200 lbf (1 kN)	SPK-FMG-009B	Optional
Notch, #10-32	100 lbf (500 N)	SPK-FMG-010A	Optional
Notch	200 lbf (1 kN)	SPK-FMG-010B	Optional
Extension Rod, 6-inch	100 lbf (500 N)	SPK-FMG-013A	Optional
Extension Rod, 6-inch	200 lbf (1 kN)	SPK-FMG-013B	Optional
Adapter, #10-32 to #10-32	--	17160	Optional
5/8" Eye End Adapter to #10-32	--	SPK-EYE-1032F	Optional
Handle Assembly	--	SPK-DF-HANDLE	Optional
Pistol Grip	--	SPK-FMG-141	Optional
Soft Carrying Case	--	NC002845	Optional

Note: *Accessories are model dependent.