Take tension and compression measurements at 0.1% accuracy—the highest accuracy of all our force gauges. These gauges come with a calibration certificate traceable to NIST that states they’ve passed a test for accuracy. They have a backlit LCD display to easily read measurements, even in low light. The display is reversible, meaning you can detach it, flip it, and reattach it so that the shaft is either on the top or bottom of the gauge. Connect the included attachments to the shaft to grip the material being tested. These gauges have a peak-hold setting that retains the highest reading on the display. Upload your measurements to a computer using the included software.

Designed to test the pull and push force of springs, insert these testers into your quality control line right out of the box. Unlike force gauges, they measure both the compression and extension distance of the spring. Use the display to set your upper and lower limits. A green light means the spring is good to go. If it’s not, you’ll hear an alarm and see a red light. Activate the peak-hold setting to keep the highest reading on the display. With the automatic release, you can prevent the tester from applying force after it has recorded a peak. The built-in printer makes it easy to print results.

Calculate how hard it is to peel tape off a surface, separate the layers within a laminate, or unfasten a hook and loop. These testers are often used for prototyping and quality control with packaging and electronics to check the bond strength between two materials. To test, stick your sample onto the testing tray and secure one end of it to the force gauge above. The tray moves as the force gauge pulls your sample up, so the sample is always peeling at a 90° angle. Program your test settings on the display. You can start or stop the test manually, set it to run for a certain amount of time, or let the test run until your sample is completely peeled off. All testers meet ASTM standards for peel testing.

Use the USB cord to transfer data and view measurements with the included computer software. The software identifies the first peak, or the maximum force recorded when your material first starts to peel. It also generates graphs and makes it possible to export data into a CSV file.

All have a threaded male shaft for connecting additional attachments. Activate the peak-hold setting to retain the highest reading on the display.

Often used on packaging films, food seals, and gloves, these tools test the puncture strength of thin materials. The tester will stop once the peak puncture force has been reached. Export the data you collect using the included software and USB cord. The included pins are made of stainless steel, so they won’t rust and are easy to clean. The tester can accommodate multiple pin diameters up to 3.2 mm.

Measure tension force as well as weight. These gauges come with a calibration certificate traceable to NIST that states they've passed a test for accuracy. They can be manually reset to zero and have a peak-hold setting that retains the highest reading on the display when activated. Also known as dynamometers.

A slim design allows these gauges to fit in hard-to-reach areas. Housing is brass. Activate the peak-hold setting to retain the highest reading on the display.

Read tension and compression measurements with a glance—these gauges have three color-coded indicator lights to show you if a part is at your desired force. Red means the force is too high, orange means too low, and green is just right. These gauges come with a calibration certificate traceable to NIST that states they’ve passed a test for accuracy. They have a backlit LED display to easily read force measurements, even in low light. The display is reversible, so it will be readable whether you have the gauge positioned with the shaft on top or bottom. All have a threaded male shaft to connect tips, hooks, and other attachments. Use the included software to upload measurement data—it downloads peak data from the gauge’s memory or captures continuous data.