1. Torque Meters

2. Why use them? Accurate measurement of torque Accurate measurement of torque Quick and repeatable process Quick and repeatable process Can be used to confirm calculated results Can be used to confirm calculated results Available in a variety of measurement ranges from 0+/-.003 in*oz to Available in a variety of measurement ranges from 0+/-.003 in*oz to 0+/-250,000 in*lbs. 0+/-250,000 in*lbs.

3. Types of Torque Meters Rotating Rotating Used in dynamometers or other places with constant rotation. Used in dynamometers or other places with constant rotation. Non-rotating Non-rotating Used mostly for reactionary torque measurements where the part being measured doesn’t constantly rotate. Used mostly for reactionary torque measurements where the part being measured doesn’t constantly rotate.

4. Styles of Torque Meters Analog Analog Often a calibrated spring and a dial readout Often a calibrated spring and a dial readout Data collection is done by writing down the values received Data collection is done by writing down the values received Digital Digital A transducer of some sort that sends a signal to a display. A transducer of some sort that sends a signal to a display. Data can be stored and sent electronically Data can be stored and sent electronically

5. Where can you get them? Manufacturers and distributors offer different types. Manufacturers and distributors offer different types. Some websites Some websites www.sensotec.com www.sensotec.com www.sensotec.com www.himmelstein.com www.himmelstein.com www.himmelstein.com www.stanley.com www.stanley.com www.stanley.com www.craftsman.com www.craftsman.com www.craftsman.com

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