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Product Guide 2007

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Overview: The document provides a comprehensive overview of FUTEK Advanced Sensor Technology, Inc., a leading manufacturer of sensors and transducers. It highlights the company's product offerings, technological innovations, and industry applications.

Company Background: FUTEK is based in Irvine, California, and has been operational since 1988. The company is known for manufacturing load cells and reaction torque sensors in the U.S., while collaborating with European partners for pressure and rotary torque sensors.

Mission Statement: FUTEK aims to design innovative products, demand excellence, and deliver successful results.

Industries and Capabilities: FUTEK serves various industries including medical, automotive, aerospace, civil engineering, and more. Key features of their products include high capacity, smart sensors, and compliance with standards like ISO 17025.

Product Highlights: The document lists several sensor models and their features, such as overload protection, strain relief, and integrated electronics. It also mentions the use of advanced technologies like Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and in-house CNC machining.

Technological Innovations: FUTEK has developed custom strain relief solutions and integrated overload protection into their sensors. They also offer built-in conditioners and digital capabilities for enhanced performance.

Calibration and Testing: FUTEK's calibration services are accredited to ISO/IEC 17025. They perform extensive endurance testing and offer deadweight calibration systems.

TEDS Technology: The document explains TEDS (Transducer Electronic Data Sheet) technology, its implementation, and limitations. FUTEK offers TEDS as an option for all sensors and selected instruments.

Frequently Asked Questions: The document addresses common questions about sensor technology, including TEDS, sampling rates, analog vs. digital signals, and instrumentation options.

Technical Support: FUTEK provides technical support and resources for troubleshooting and calibration, ensuring customer satisfaction and product reliability.

Frequently Asked Questions About Futek Sensors:

Zero Offset Balance: Users can balance high zero offset using the Zero Balance calculator available on the FUTEK website.
FUTEK Calculators: All online calculators, including conversion calculators, are designed and coded by the FUTEK Engineering team.
Rotary Torque Sensors: The FUTEK TRS, TRD, TRH 600 & 605 are strain gage type sensors, capable of up to 12000RPM.
Sensor Handling: To avoid damage during handling and installation, ensure the sensor is connected to electronics for feedback.
Non-linearity: Defined as the maximum deviation of the calibration curve from a straight line between no-load and rated load outputs, expressed as a percentage of the rated output.
Hysteresis: The maximum difference between transducer output readings for the same applied load, measured at half rated output.
Non-repeatability: The maximum difference in transducer output readings for repeated loadings under identical conditions.

Selected Common Acronyms:

MTBF: Mean Time Between Failure, a measure of expected reliability, expressed in hours or cycles.
FMEA: Failure Modes and Effects Analysis, a methodology for analyzing potential failure causes and their effects.
A2LA: American Association for Laboratory Accreditation, providing services in laboratory accreditation and training.

Product Specifications:

OEM Load Cells: Include spike resistant pedal force sensors and seat belt sensors with specific dimensions and materials.
Automotive Sensors: A range of sensors for automotive testing, including pedal force and stick shift sensors, with detailed specifications on rated output, nonlinearity, and operating temperature.
Medical/Rehabilitation Sensors: Sensors like pinch sensors and hand grippers used in medical applications, with specifications on rated output and nonlinearity.
Special & Custom Design Capability: FUTEK offers custom designs for various applications, including donut/thru-hole load cells and submersible options.

Overview: This document provides detailed specifications and descriptions of various load cells and force sensors, primarily made from 17-4 stainless steel and 2024 aluminum. These devices are used for measuring force in different configurations, including compression, tension, and through-hole applications.

Specifications: The load cells are characterized by their rated output (typically 2 mV/V), nonlinearity and hysteresis (±0.5% RO), operating temperature range (-60 to 200°F), and excitation voltage (up to 18 VDC). Bridge resistance varies, with common values being 350 or 700 ohms.

Types and Models: The document lists several models, including:

Miniature Load Buttons: These are compact sensors with threaded mounting holes, available in various outer diameters (OD) and capacities, such as the LLB450 and LLB500 models.
Subminiature Load Buttons: Smaller versions for compression only, like the LLB250 and LLB215, with options for external matched output.
Donut/Thru Hole Load Cells: These models, such as the LTH300 and LTH500, are designed for applications requiring a central hole for mounting.
S Beam Load Cells: These include models like the LSB300 and LSB302, which offer tension/compression measurement with overload protection.

Dimensions and Capacities: Each model is provided with specific dimensions (A, B, C, etc.) and capacity ranges, measured in pounds-force (lbf) and newtons (N). Capacities range from small forces (10 lbf) to very high forces (up to 600K lbf).

Additional Features: Many models offer matched output options and TEDS (Transducer Electronic Data Sheet) compatibility. Some models also provide higher accuracy options and built-in overload protection.

Applications: The document includes diagrams (A, B, D) illustrating application examples for each type of load cell, emphasizing their versatility in various industrial and research settings.

Product Guide 2007

Product Guide 2007

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