Vibrating wire strain gauge

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Product overview
Strain gauges for measuring stresses and deformations. The vibrating wire strain gauges are used to measure the stress in load-bearing structures or to monitor the tensions in tunnel linings during excavation phases. Such control is necessary for the verification of the tensions and deformations of both temporary and permanent retaining structures.

Function and construction
The vibrating wire strain gauges consist of a stainless steel tube inside which a thin rope, secured at the two ends, is made to vibrate by an excitation coil. An internal thermistor detects the temperature. The gauge can work both in tension and compression, and is watertight and can be installed externally in stressed structures or embedded in concrete castings for stress measurements. Data can be read through a portable control unit or by using an automatic data acquisition system designed to provide continuous monitoring.

Accessories

• Pair of blocks for welding rods
• Assembly jig for blocks
• Electric cable cut to size

Available downloads

• Technical sheet EN

Caractéristiques / spécifications techniques

• Material: stainless steel
• Dimensions: diameter 25 mm, length 150 mm
• Sensor type: a vibrating string
• Measuring range: +/- 1,500 µε
• Sensitivity: 1 µε
• Repeatability: +/- 0.2% F.S.
• Total accuracy: <1% F.S.
• Internal thermistor: measuring range -20 … +80 °C
• Protection: IP68