PCA-150N Specifications | |
Capacity | 150N |
Max. Pinching Gap | 5~15mm |
Max. Spreading Gap | 1~15mm |
Fixture Weight | Approx. 360g |
Attachment Weight | Approx. 50g |
Pinch Tester
Model PCA-150N
Standard Features
- Designed to measure a variety of industrial, medical, and common tools such as: forceps, nippers, pliers, clamps, pincers, tweezers and tongs.
- The attached scale enables easy adjustment of pinch or spread width
- Lightweight fixture
- Easy-to-use basic force gauge with backlit LCD display and user-friendly menus
- 30,000/sec ultra-high sampling rate
- Selectable real time or peak mode operation
- USB and RS-232C output
- Overload capacity 200% F.S.; Display flashes at overload limit
- Runs on internal Ni-MH batteries (user replaceable) or AC adapter; charge with USB port or portable charger
- Kit includes AC charger/adapter, calibration cert traceable to NIST and carrying case
The PCA-150N pinch tester is designed to measure the pinching or spreading force of small tools like forceps, nippers, pliers, clamps, pincers, tweezers and tongs. The attached scale makes it easy to adjust the pinch or spread width. The fixture is lightweight and easy to carry.
Imada DST digital force gauges are simple-to-use force gauges featuring user-friendly menu operation. Selections including unit and measuring mode can be locked to prevent accidental changes.
The large backlit LCD display can be reversed and configured with high/low setpoints with OK indicator for Go/No Go testing.
The gauges have a 30,000/sec ultra-high sampling rate. Collect the data via USB or RS-232 connections with the optional Force Logger or SW-1X software.
DST gauges are powered by rechargeable Ni-MH batteries or the AC adapter/charger. The batteries are user replaceable and can also be charged using USB ports or USB portable chargers.
All DST gauges are sold as kits complete with gauge, carrying case, six attachments and AC adapter/charger.
Force Logger (optional)
Available to users who need to collect peak data. Please inquire.
SW-1 Data Acquisition Software (optional)
Capture and analyze real-time data from any Imada gauge with a USB or RS-232 port directly into any Windows program. Log measurements and generate a profile graph plus statistical information. Control the gauge functions from your computer.
DST Specifications | |
Accuracy | ± 0.2% F.S., ± 1 LSD |
Selectable Units | lbf(ozf), kgf(gf) or Newtons |
Display | 4 digit backlit LCD |
Overload Alarm | Audible alarm at 90% of capacity; Audible alarm and indicator flashes beyond 110% of F.S. |
Sampling Rate | 30,000/second |
Battery Life | Approx. 30 hours backlight off Approx. 14 hours backlight on 4.5 hours required for full charge |
Battery Indicator | Battery icon displays three levels of charge |
Setpoints | Programmable high/low setpoints with OK indicator |
Outputs | USB, RS-232C |
Operating Temp. | 32° to 100°F (0° to 40°C) |
Accessories Included | AC adapter, Attachments (hook, flat tip, conical tip, chisel tip, notched tip, extension shaft), Carrying Case |
DST Ranges (Resolution)
For PCA-150N Pinch TesterModel | Capacity (Resolution) | ||||
Ounces | Pounds | Grams | Kilograms | Newtons | |
DST-0.4A | 7.000 (0.001 ozf) | - | 200.0 (0.1 gf) | - | 2.000 (0.001 N) |
DST-1A | 17.00 (0.01 ozf) | - | 500.0 (0.1 gf) | - | 5.000 (0.001 N) |
DST-4A | - | 4.400 (0.001 lbf) | - | 2.000 (0.001 kgf) | 20.00 (0.01 N) |
DST-11A | - | 11.00 (0.01 lbf) | - | 5.000 (0.001 kgf) | 50.00 (0.01 N) |