Economy Tension and Compression Force Gauges for Tight Spaces
A slim design allows these gauges to fit in hard-to-reach areas. Housing is plastic.
Capacity | Accuracy | Measuring Increments | ||||||||
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| English | Metric | English | Metric | English | Metric | Ht. | Wd. | Dp. | Each | |
| 8 oz. | 220 g | ±0.25 oz. | ±5 g | 1/4 oz. | 5 g | 14" | 1 1/2" | 1" | 0000000 | 000000 |
| 36 oz. | 1,020 g | ±0.5 oz. | ±20 g | 1/2 oz. | 20 g | 14" | 1 1/2" | 1" | 0000000 | 00000 |
| 72 oz. | 2,025 g | ±1 oz. | ±25 g | 1 oz. | 25 g | 14" | 1 1/2" | 1" | 0000000 | 00000 |
| 15 lbs. | 6,804 g | ±4 oz. | ±100 g | 4 oz. | 100 g | 14" | 1 1/2" | 1" | 0000000 | 00000 |
Tension and Compression Force Gauges for Tight Spaces
A slim design allows these gauges to fit in hard-to-reach areas. Housing is brass. Activate the peak-hold setting to retain the highest reading on the display.
Tension and Compression Force Gauges
Check how much force a part can take before it bends, stretches, or breaks. These tension and compression force gauges come with a calibration certificate traceable to NIST that states they’ve passed a test for accuracy. Lightweight, they’re easy to hold in the field but can also be used with a stand (sold separately) for quicker, more controlled and consistent testing. Unlike digital gauges, they don’t require charging or a power source. Activate the peak-hold setting to keep the highest reading on the display.
These gauges include various attachments for you to use depending on what you’re testing for and the part you’re testing—whether it’s a button, spring, or the nozzle on an aerosol can. For compression testing, attach one of the tips and push the gauge against the surface of your part. Cone tips are best for small surfaces while flat tips are best for large surfaces. For tension testing, choose a hook attachment size based on what can securely pull your part without slipping. All measuring attachments thread onto the shaft. To make it easier to measure the force of heavy loads, these gauges also have holes either on the back or the side for mounting handles (not included with all gauges).
Note: These gauges are not recommended for testing that pushes a part past its breaking point.
Gauges | Handles | |||||||||||
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| Capacity, Metric | Accuracy, Metric | Measuring Increments, Metric | Ht. | Wd. | Dp. | Dial Dia. | Shaft Thread Size  | Includes | Each | Each | ||
| 50 kg | ±150 g | 250 g | 9 1/8" | 2 3/4" | 1 7/8" | 2" | 10-32 | Chisel Tip Attachment, Cone Tip Attachment, Flat Tip Attachment, Large Hook Attachment, Notched Tip Attachment, Small Hook Attachment, Y-Hook Attachment, 3-1/4" Extension Rod | 00000000 | 0000000 | 00000000 | 0000000 |
Manual stands with a lever handle are good for high-volume testing. They’re quick to use but not as precise as stands with a wheel handle. Manual stands with a wheel handle are good for low-volume testing. They give you better control of motion than stands with a lever handle, so they’re more precise.
Motorized stands give you the most control. Use the easy-to-read LCD screen and dial to control settings, including how the far the stand moves your gauge up and down, how fast, and how often. You can also save settings for consistent, repeatable testing.
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| Capacity | Measures | Ht. | Wd. | Dp. | Column Material | Base Material | Mounting Plate Material | Shaft Thread Size | Each | |
Manual Operation with Lever Handle | ||||||||||
| 220 lbs. (English) 50 kg (Metric) 500 N (Newtons) | Compression | 17 51/64" | 7 7/8" | 9 27/32" | Steel | Aluminum | Nickel-Plated Steel | __ | 00000000 | 0000000 |
Manual Operation with Wheel Handle | ||||||||||
| 220 lbs. (English) 50 kg (Metric) 500 N (Newtons) | Compression, Tension | 28 3/4" | 12" | 10 13/16" | Steel | Steel | Aluminum | M8, M6 | 000000000 | 00000000 |
Motorized Operation with Button | ||||||||||
| 110 lbs. (English) 50 kg (Metric) 500 N (Newtons) | Compression, Tension | 22 1/4" | 8 3/4" | 15" | Steel | Steel | Aluminum | M6 | 000000000 | 00000000 |
| Ht. | Wd. | Lg. | Thickness | Material | Each | |
| 31 1/2" | 16 1/2" | 15 3/4" | 0.25" | Polycarbonate Plastic | 000000000 | 0000000 |
Compact Tension and Compression Force Gauges
All have a threaded male shaft for connecting additional attachments. Activate the peak-hold setting to retain the highest reading on the display.
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Capacity | Accuracy | Measuring Increments | Mounting Hole | Optional Handles | Optional Stands | ||||||||||||||||
| English | Metric | English | Metric | English | Metric | Wd. | Dp. | Dial Dia. | Shaft Thread Size | Mounting Hardware Included | Dia. | Screw Size | Ctr.-to-Ctr. | No. of | Includes | Each | Each | Each | |||
| 5 lbs. | 2,500 g | ±2 oz. | ±50 g | 1 oz. | 25 g | 4 3/8" | 1" | 2 1/4" | M4 | No | 9/64" | No. 6 | 1 1/4" | 3 | 3" Extension Rod, Compression-Measuring Flat Tip Attachment, Tension-Measuring Hook Tip Attachment | 0000000 | 0000000 | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 0000000 |
| 10 lbs. | 5 kg | ±2 oz. | ±50 g | 2 oz. | 50 g | 4 3/8" | 1" | 2 1/4" | M4 | No | 9/64" | No. 6 | 1 1/4" | 3 | 3" Extension Rod, Compression-Measuring Flat Tip Attachment, Tension-Measuring Hook Tip Attachment | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 00000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
| 20 lbs. | 10 kg | ±0.25 lbs. | ±100 g | 1/4 lbs. | 100 g | 4 3/8" | 1" | 2 1/4" | M4 | No | 9/64" | No. 6 | 1 1/4" | 3 | 3" Extension Rod, Compression-Measuring Flat Tip Attachment, Tension-Measuring Hook Tip Attachment | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 00000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
| 32 oz. | 1,000 g | ±0.5 oz. | ±20 g | 1/4 oz. | 10 g | 4 3/8" | 1" | 2 1/4" | M4 | No | 9/64" | No. 6 | 1 1/4" | 3 | 3" Extension Rod, Compression-Measuring Flat Tip Attachment, Tension-Measuring Hook Tip Attachment | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 00000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
| 40 lbs. | 20 kg | ±0.5 lbs. | ±200 g | 1/2 lbs. | 200 g | 4 3/8" | 1" | 2 1/4" | M4 | No | 9/64" | No. 6 | 1 1/4" | 3 | 3" Extension Rod, Compression-Measuring Flat Tip Attachment, Tension-Measuring Hook Tip Attachment | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 00000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
| 60 lbs. | 30 kg | ±0.5 lbs. | ±250 g | 1/2 lbs. | 250 g | 4 3/8" | 1" | 2 1/4" | M4 | No | 9/64" | No. 6 | 1 1/4" | 3 | 3" Extension Rod, Compression-Measuring Flat Tip Attachment, Tension-Measuring Hook Tip Attachment | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 00000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
Compact Tension and Compression Force Gauges with Certificate of Calibration
These gauges come with a calibration certificate traceable to NIST that states they've passed a test for accuracy. All have a threaded male shaft for connecting additional attachments. Activate the peak-hold setting to retain the highest reading on the display.
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Capacity | Accuracy | Measuring Increments | Mounting Hole | Optional Handles | Optional Stands | ||||||||||||||||
| English | Metric | English | Metric | English | Metric | Wd. | Dp. | Dial Dia. | Shaft Thread Size | Mounting Hardware Included | Dia. | Screw Size | Ctr.-to-Ctr. | No. of | Includes | Each | Each | Each | |||
| 5 lbs. | 2,500 g | ±2 oz. | ±50 g | 1 oz. | 25 g | 4 3/8" | 1" | 2 1/4" | M4 | No | 9/64" | No. 6 | 1 1/4" | 3 | Compression-Measuring Flat Tip Attachment, Tension-Measuring Hook Tip Attachment, 3" Extension Rod | 0000000 | 0000000 | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 0000000 |
| 10 lbs. | 5 kg | ±2 oz. | ±50 g | 2 oz. | 50 g | 4 3/8" | 1" | 2 1/4" | M4 | No | 9/64" | No. 6 | 1 1/4" | 3 | Compression-Measuring Flat Tip Attachment, Tension-Measuring Hook Tip Attachment, 3" Extension Rod | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 00000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
| 20 lbs. | 10 kg | ±0.25 lbs. | ±100 g | 1/4 lbs. | 100 g | 4 3/8" | 1" | 2 1/4" | M4 | No | 9/64" | No. 6 | 1 1/4" | 3 | Compression-Measuring Flat Tip Attachment, Tension-Measuring Hook Tip Attachment, 3" Extension Rod | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 00000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
| 32 oz. | 1,000 g | ±0.5 oz. | ±20 g | 1/4 oz. | 10 g | 4 3/8" | 1" | 2 1/4" | M4 | No | 9/64" | No. 6 | 1 1/4" | 3 | Compression-Measuring Flat Tip Attachment, Tension-Measuring Hook Tip Attachment, 3" Extension Rod | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 00000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
| 40 lbs. | 20 kg | ±0.5 lbs. | ±200 g | 1/2 lbs. | 200 g | 4 3/8" | 1" | 2 1/4" | M4 | No | 9/64" | No. 6 | 1 1/4" | 3 | Compression-Measuring Flat Tip Attachment, Tension-Measuring Hook Tip Attachment, 3" Extension Rod | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 00000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
| 60 lbs. | 30 kg | ±0.5 lbs. | ±250 g | 1/2 lbs. | 250 g | 4 3/8" | 1" | 2 1/4" | M4 | No | 9/64" | No. 6 | 1 1/4" | 3 | Compression-Measuring Flat Tip Attachment, Tension-Measuring Hook Tip Attachment, 3" Extension Rod | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 00000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
Compact Tension Force Gauges
Press the side of the gauge tip against an object to record the amount of tension required to move it. Activate the peak-hold setting to retain the highest reading on the display. Also known as dynamometers.
| Capacity, Metric | Accuracy, Metric | Measuring Increments, Metric | Ht. | Wd. | Dp. | Dial Dia. | Tip Shape | Each | |
| 0 g-10 g | ±0.2 g | 0.2 g | 3 3/4" | 1 3/4" | 1" | 1 1/2" | Flat | 0000000 | 0000000 |
| 10 g-50 g | ±1 g | 1 g | 3 3/4" | 1 3/4" | 1" | 1 1/2" | Flat | 000000 | 000000 |
| 50 g-150 g | ±5 g | 5 g | 3 3/4" | 1 3/4" | 1" | 1 1/2" | Flat | 0000000 | 000000 |
| 50 g-250 g | ±10 g | 10 g | 3 3/4" | 1 3/4" | 1" | 1 1/2" | Flat | 0000000 | 000000 |
Tension Force Gauges for Wire and Filament
Measure the tension of wire and filament without pausing your operation. These gauges are often used to set tension and take continuous readings in 3D printing, spooling, wire cutting, and drawing machines. They can also be used with thin wire rope, carbon fiber, and fiber-optic strands. Slide your material between the three rollers to take measurements, even in tight spaces. All include a calibration certificate traceable to NIST that states these gauges meet standards for accuracy. They include a case for storage and protection.
High-Accuracy Tension and Compression Digital Force Gauges
Take tension and compression measurements at 0.1% accuracy—the highest accuracy of all our force gauges. These gauges come with a calibration certificate traceable to NIST that states they’ve passed a test for accuracy. They have a backlit LCD display to easily read measurements, even in low light. The display is reversible, meaning you can detach it, flip it, and reattach it so that the shaft is either on the top or bottom of the gauge. Connect the included attachments to the shaft to grip the material being tested. These gauges have a peak-hold setting that retains the highest reading on the display. Upload your measurements to a computer using the included software.
Stands with a lever handle are quick to use but not as precise as stands with a wheel handle. Choose them for high-volume testing.
Stands with a wheel handle give you better control of motion, so they’re more precise than stands with a lever handle. Choose them for low-volume testing.
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Gauges | Stands with Lever Handle | Stands with Wheel Handle | |||||||||||||
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| Capacity | Accuracy | Measuring Increments | Ht. | Wd. | Dp. | Shaft Thread Size | Batteries Included | Battery Type | Includes | Each | Each | Each | |||
Aluminum Housing | |||||||||||||||
| 10 lbs. (English) 5 kg (Metric) 50 N (Newtons) | ±0.01 lbs. (English) ±0.005 kg (Metric) ±0.05 N (Newtons) | 0.002 lbs. (English) 0.001 kg (Metric) 0.01 N (Newtons) | 6 3/4" | 2 1/2" | 1 5/16" | 10-32 | Yes | Rechargeable | 5" Extension Rod, 6 ft. Long USB Cable, AC Adapter, Chisel Tip Attachment, Cone Tip Attachment, Flat Tip Attachment, Hook Attachment, Notched Tip Attachment | 0000000 | 000000000 | 0000000 | 0000000 | 0000000 | 000000000 |
| 20 lbs. (English) 10 kg (Metric) 100 N (Newtons) | ±0.02 lbs. (English) ±0.01 kg (Metric) ±0.1 N (Newtons) | 0.005 lbs. (English) 0.002 kg (Metric) 0.02 N (Newtons) | 6 3/4" | 2 1/2" | 1 5/16" | 10-32 | Yes | Rechargeable | 5" Extension Rod, 6 ft. Long USB Cable, AC Adapter, Chisel Tip Attachment, Cone Tip Attachment, Flat Tip Attachment, Hook Attachment, Notched Tip Attachment | 0000000 | 00000000 | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 00000000 |
| 50 lbs. (English) 25 kg (Metric) 250 N (Newtons) | ±0.05 lbs. (English) ±0.025 kg (Metric) ±0.25 N (Newtons) | 0.001 lbs. (English) 0.005 kg (Metric) 0.05 N (Newtons) | 6 3/4" | 2 1/2" | 1 5/16" | 10-32 | Yes | Rechargeable | 5" Extension Rod, 6 ft. Long USB Cable, AC Adapter, Chisel Tip Attachment, Cone Tip Attachment, Coupling, Flat Tip Attachment, Hook Attachment, Notched Tip Attachment | 0000000 | 00000000 | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 00000000 |
| 100 lbs. (English) 50 kg (Metric) 500 N (Newtons) | ±0.1 lbs. (English) ±0.05 kg (Metric) ±0.5 N (Newtons) | 0.02 lbs. (English) 0.01 kg (Metric) 0.1 N (Newtons) | 6 3/4" | 2 1/2" | 1 5/16" | 10-32 | Yes | Rechargeable | 5" Extension Rod, 6 ft. Long USB Cable, AC Adapter, Chisel Tip Attachment, Cone Tip Attachment, Coupling, Flat Tip Attachment, Hook Attachment, Notched Tip Attachment | 0000000 | 00000000 | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 00000000 |
| 200 lbs. (English) 100 kg (Metric) 1000 N (Newtons) | ±0.2 lbs. (English) ±0.1 kg (Metric) ±1 N (Newtons) | 0.05 lbs. (English) 0.02 kg (Metric) 0.2 N (Newtons) | 6 3/4" | 2 1/2" | 1 5/16" | 5/16"-18 | Yes | Rechargeable | 5" Extension Rod, 6 ft. Long USB Cable, AC Adapter, Chisel Tip Attachment, Cone Tip Attachment, Coupling, Flat Tip Attachment, Hook Attachment, Notched Tip Attachment | 0000000 | 00000000 | 000000 | 00 | 0000000 | 00000000 |
| 500 lbs. (English) 250 kg (Metric) 2500 N (Newtons) | ±0.5 lbs. (English) ±0.25 kg (Metric) ±2.5 N (Newtons) | 0.1 lbs. (English) 0.05 kg (Metric) 0.5 N (Newtons) | 6 3/4" | 2 1/2" | 1 5/16" | 5/16"-18 | Yes | Rechargeable | 5" Extension Rod, 6 ft. Long USB Cable, AC Adapter, Chisel Tip Attachment, Cone Tip Attachment, Coupling, Flat Tip Attachment, Hook Attachment, Notched Tip Attachment | 0000000 | 00000000 | 000000 | 00 | 000000 | 00 |
Large-Capacity Digital Tension Force Gauges with Scale
Measure tension force as well as weight. These gauges come with a calibration certificate traceable to NIST that states they've passed a test for accuracy. All are NEMA 4X rated for protection from dust, water, and mild corrosives. They can be manually reset to zero and have a peak-hold setting that retains the highest reading on the display when activated. Also known as dynamometers.
Capacity | Accuracy | Measuring Increments | Shackle | |||||||||||||||
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| English | Metric | Newtons | English | Metric | Newtons | English | Metric | Newtons | Ht. | Wd. | Dp. | Opening Ht. | Opening Wd. | Material | Batteries Included | Environmental Rating | Each | |
| 2,500 lbs. | 1,000 kg | 10,000 N | ±5 lbs. | ±2 kg | ±20 N | 2 lbs. | 1 kg | 10 N | 11 5/8" | 5" | 2 1/2" | 1 1/8" | 1 1/8" | Steel | Yes | IP55 NEMA 4X | 0000000 | 000000000 |
| 5,000 lbs. | 2,000 kg | 20,000 N | ±10 lbs. | ±4 kg | ±40 N | 5 lbs. | 2 kg | 20 N | 14 7/8" | 5" | 3 1/2" | 1 3/8" | 1 5/8" | Steel | Yes | IP55 NEMA 4X | 0000000 | 00000000 |
| 10,000 lbs. | 5,000 kg | 50,000 N | ±20 lbs. | ±10 kg | ±100 N | 10 lbs. | 5 kg | 50 N | 17 7/8" | 5 3/8" | 4 3/4" | 2 1/8" | 2 1/4" | Steel | Yes | IP55 NEMA 4X | 0000000 | 00000000 |