Imada – DST/DSV Basic Series
DST: Basic digital force gauge packed with all basic tensile & compression testing features.
DSV: Basic digital force gauge packed with all basic tensile & compression testing features and tilt sensor.
Possible applications:
Electronics: Testing button “click” force and USB/charger port insertion/withdrawal strength.
Packaging: Measuring the peel force of foil lids and the strength of ring-pulls on cans.
Industrial: Wire Crimp Pull Testing to ensure electrical terminals are secure.
Medical: Testing syringe plunger resistance and the adhesive strength of bandages.
Automotive: Measuring the force required to latch doors, trunks, or gloveboxes.
Seven capacities to select from 2N x 0.001N to 1000N x 1N ( 200gf x 0.1gf to 100kgf x 0.1kgf)
Features: Peak hold, comparator, Sensitivity, Reversible display, setting lock, date/time, auto off, calibration reminder
Ergonomically designed, rugged, durable aluminium die-cast body
Reversible display with real time or peak hold modes
Long lasting rechargeable battery life
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Product Description
| Model | Capacity |
| DST / DSV-2N | 2N x 0.001N / 200gf x 0.1gf |
| DST / DSV -5N | 5N x 0.001N / 500gf x 0.1gf |
| DST / DSV -20N | 20N x 0.01N / 2kgf x 0.001kgf |
| DST / DSV -50N | 50N x 0.01N / 5kgf x 0.001kgf |
| DST / DSV -200N | 200N x 0.1N / 20kgf x 0.01kgf |
| DST / DSV -500N | 500N x 0.1N / 50kgf x 0.01kgf |
| DST / DSV -1000N | 1000N x 1N / 100kgf x 0.1kgf |
Measurement units: N, kgf, lbf (also available mN,gf & kN on selected models only)
Capacities: 2N x 0.001N, 5N x 0.001N, 20N x 0.01N, 50N x 0.01N, 200N x 0.1N, 500N x 0.1N, 1000N x 1N
Limit setting: Low/OK/High
Display: Force, time, battery life, peak force, last reading, limit setting
Communication: USB & RS232
Power: Built in rechargeable NiMH battery
Battery life: 4.5 hrs to full charge, run time aprox. 30hrs ( backlight off), aprox. 14hrs ( backlight on)
Accuracy: +/- 0.2% Full scale
Features: Peak hold, comparator, Sensitivity, Reversible display, setting lock, date/time, auto off, calibration reminder
Software: Force logger, ZLINK graphing, Force logger Plus to connect 4 gauges to a PC
FAQ’s
Q: Why is a digital force gauge better than a mechanical one?
A: Digital gauges offer higher precision, eliminate parallax error from reading dials, and provide features like ‘Peak Hold’ and ‘Zero Tare’ that mechanical gauges lack.
Q: What makes the IMADA DSV model unique among digital gauges?
A: The DSV model includes a built-in tilt-sensor that alerts users if the gauge is not held level, preventing measurement errors caused by off-axis loading.
Q: Is the IMADA DST/DSV durable enough for factory use?
A: Yes, IMADA gauges feature a 200% overload capacity and a heavy-duty metal construction, making them significantly more durable than budget plastic competitors.