Overview: Gantner Instruments specializes in data acquisition for mechanical measurements in sectors such as automotive, aerospace, and civil engineering. The Q.series product range is designed for high-performance multi-channel strain gauge applications, offering modules for both strain gauge and inductive bridges in carrier frequency and DC technology.

Multi-Channel Strain Gauge Application: The Q.series provides solutions for structural analysis across various engineered assemblies. Key features include:

• 8-channel strain gauge for full, half, and quarter bridge configurations with 120 Ω and 350 Ω options.
• Bridge excitation options of 2 V and 4 V, with shunt resistors on each channel.
• Input ranges of 2000 µm/m and 20000 µm/m, with a sample rate of 10 kHz and accuracy of 0.05.
• 16-channel strain gauge quarter bridge with 350 Ω, similar specifications as the 8-channel.
• Cable influence compensation and compatibility with standard rail mounting, 19” racks, and portable systems.

Eliminate Data Skew: The Q.series features built-in time synchronization with a maximum jitter of 1 μs, reducing data skew in distributed data acquisition systems.

No Deviation with Long Cable Runs: The system compensates for voltage drops in long cable runs up to 120 m using a 3-wire, quarter-bridge circuit.

Minimal Signal Drift: High stability completion resistors (0.05 ppm/K) minimize signal drift due to temperature variations during long-term fatigue tests.

Selectable Input Ranges: The system allows for selection of input ranges to optimize accuracy, crucial for non-destructive strain measurements and crack detection.

Easy Scalability: The system can be easily expanded by adding additional modules, allowing for seamless integration and synchronization of up to 48 additional channels.

Contact Information: Gantner Instruments provides contact details for their offices in Germany and Austria for further inquiries.