Measurement Of Strain Using Strain Gauge For Electrical Lab Training

Measurement Of Strain Using Strain Gauge Parameter Measured : Strain in terms of Kilograms on a cantilever beam.  Measurement System : a] Weights b] Transducer with electronic instrumentation.  Transducer : Temperature compensated strain gauge.  Type : Cu-Ni foil with polyamide carrier base.  Gauge Resistance : 350 Ohms (Nominal).  Gauge Length : 6mm.  Gauge Width : 2.4 mm.  Gauge Base : 12.5 mm x 4.3 mm.  Gauge Factor : 2:1 (approx.)  Transducer : Strain gauges mounted on a stainless steel Measurement cantilever beam.  Configuration : Bridge with two arms as strain gauges (Wheatstones Bridge principle).  Range : 10 Kilograms.  Actual Strain : By various weights to be placed in a pan fixed with the beam.  Excitation Source : DC Regulated source.  Tare Adjustment : Zero adjustment by a ten turn potentiometer.  Readout : 3.5 digit digital display to indicate strain in kilograms.  Test Points : Multicoloured test points are provided at various stages in the circuit to observe waveforms and voltages.  Indicator : Mains ON/OFF.  Power Requirements  Standard Accessories : Detailed Instruction Manual.