The QuantumX MX1615 allows for SG excitation voltages to be user-specified per channel, either as a carrier frequency excitation or DC voltage excitation. This results in a measurement amplifier that is insensitive to the electromagnetic and thermal interferences which commonly result from converters, high currents, electric machinery or temperature variations. In addition, both the amplifier and transducer may be used at considerable distances from desired measurement points, allowing for the driving of long cables. Each channel is equipped with a high-performance 24-bit AD converter; is independently configurable for data rates of up to 19.2 kHz, as well as for filtering parameters; and supports TEDS (per IEEE 1451.4). Such features make the HBM QuantumX MX1615 suitable for use within both static and dynamic systems.

Notes HBM Business Development Manager, Sujit Basu, “The unique large channel density of the QuantumX MX1615 enables engineers to perform extremely high-accuracy bridge-based measurements in virtually any environment with minimal setup time."

As part of a scalable system, the MX1615 may be effectively combined with other QuantumX series modules within a distributed measurement architecture, for example with analog outputs, digital inputs/outputs, CAN bus or EtherCAT connection. Ethernet TCP/IP allows for seamless transfer data to a PC.

All HBM QuantumX MX1615 bridge amplifiers are available with the powerful and easy-to-use catman®AP measurement software for data acquisition, visualization and analysis. A comprehensive offering of additional software packages includes LabVIEW™ driver, .NET and CANape drivers.

QuantumX MX1615 is ideally suited for a variety of experimental stress analysis applications, including static load testing, quasi-static fatigue testing, materials testing and residual stress analysis, as well as Road Load Data Acquisition (RLDA).

The new type HLCB/PCX loading feet therefore come with a so-called double pendulum inside them that effectively eliminates these transverse loads. Force application therefore occurs almost exclusively in the required direction. Scales can thus be constructed to meet the accuracy class C6 with the HLCB load cells and the matching loading feet. The loading feet are made of stainless steel, are height-adjustable and are suitable for all HLCB load cells with maximum capacities from 200kg to 1.76t.

They are used, for example, in filling machines using weighing technology to control the filling process. In these applications, digital load cells demonstrate their strengths such as high accuracy and speed. The load cells are easy to integrate and, in addition, extremely rugged and thus allow use in difficult environments.

Many renowned manufacturers of filling machines took the trade fair as an opportunity to convince themselves of the benefits of digital weighing technology. Numerous companies have already started to integrate innovative HBM weighing technology into their machines and systems.

Torque and speed can be precisely acquired simultaneously and simply integrated in real time in control and automation systems; angle of rotation and performance are also called up at the same time. The signals are transmitted digitally and without loss of accuracy.

And the best part: The integrated web server enables diagnosis and parameterization via standard browsers, no separate software is required. HBM remains at the cutting edge with the development of the TIM-EC, reacting to the increased use of Ethernet-based interfaces in test bench construction.

Filling machines for a variety of products ranging from oil through care products and beverages are typical example applications. They operate with particular accuracy and speed when weighing technology is used to control the filling process.

Renowned large manufacturers as well as many medium-sized enterprises in China have already put their trust in digital weighing technology from HBM. They can be confident that their end customers get cutting-edge solutions due to both the FIT/5 load cells’ high quality and reliability and the professional support services provided by HBM.

The signals from the various transducers were acquired by a type DQ430 espressoDAQ measuring amplifier. The power supply was provided simply via the USB port of a notebook, which was also connected to a GPS receiver. Thanks to the very compact pocket-book format of the espressoDAQ measuring amplifier, all the measurement technology fits into a rucksack, which can be easily carried by the test person during the tests. Force and acceleration trends in various situations could be recorded and evaluated in this manner.

Comprehensive knowledge can be gained using similar measuring methods in other sports for optimizing movement sequences, or they can also be applied in the medical sector, for instance in rehabilitation, healing processes and successful treatments.

The well-stocked HBM warehouse means that most SG can be dispatched within one day, guaranteeing incomparable delivery times.

The right SG can also be found and ordered without entering the main parameters. In many cases, the order code of the previously used SG can be sufficient and this works even with SG from other suppliers. The part number can be easily converted without any commitment on the HBM website. Just as in the step-by-step search process, checking the availability and ordering are just a few mouse clicks away.

For more information, see the HBM Website at www.hbm.com/sg-configurator.