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September 5, 2017
M-Bond AE-10 from Micro-Measurements is a robust strain gage adhesive used for permanent installations.  It is also sometimes used as a rugged protective coating.  Darryl describes how and...
August 31, 2017
Bob and Kevin discuss solutions for a highly sensitive strain gage (high gage factor).  Platinum-Tungsten strain gages available from Micro-Measurements offer a nominal gage factor of 4.5.
August 31, 2017
This Micro-Measurements® iNotes™ video shows correct installation of a precabled, miniature strain gage produced using Micro-Measurements Advanced Sensors® technology on a printed...
August 29, 2017
Tom reviews the coatings available from Micro-Measurements which can be used for strain gage installation at deep cryogenic temperatures.
August 28, 2017
In this iNotes video, Donielle uses a strain gage (gauge) and thermocouple as sensor inputs to the StrainSmart System 8000.  StrainSmart software is then used to set limit conditions on the...
August 24, 2017
Jim reviews the correct strain gage (gauge) type and installation adhesives that are used to accurately measure strain at deep cryogenic temperatures.
August 22, 2017
We recently received the following feedback from a customer regarding a successful installation of strain gages (gauges) on glass: “Thanks for all the help in solving my strain gage adhesion...
August 18, 2017
The ATS-2 Application Tool Kit contains all of the recommended hand tools necessary to complete a strain gage installation. http://www.vishaypg.com/doc?11021      ...
August 18, 2017
The RJ45 connector provides a reliable connection for a strain gage to a measurement instrument or data system.  However, it is important to use a high quality tool to crimp the connector....
August 17, 2017
One microstrain is one part-per-million.  This is the equivalent of resolving 1 cm out of 10 kilometers!  A strain gage can easily resolve 1 microstrain, as long as a quality instrument is...