Measuring case

Measurement cases for data acquisition systems – Mobile measurement solutions for flexible applications

Measurement cases are compact and mobile complete solutions for professional data acquisition and signal recording directly on site. They combine data loggers, measurement modules, power supply, and connection technology in a robust and portable enclosure, making them ideal for mobile measurement tasks in industry, service, research, and test and measurement applications.

Althen measurement cases based on Graphtec data acquisition systems enable flexible and reliable acquisition of a wide range of measured variables such as temperature, voltage, current, pressure, vibration, strain (strain gauges), and various types of sensor signals.

Thanks to their integrated and ready-to-use system design, measurement cases significantly reduce installation effort and provide maximum flexibility for temporary or changing measurement tasks.

How measurement cases work

Measurement cases integrate all essential components of a data acquisition system into a portable enclosure. The connected sensors measure physical variables and transmit the signals to the integrated data logger or measurement modules. The measurement data is acquired, processed, stored, visualized, and, when required, exported or transmitted directly.

Depending on the system configuration, measurement cases can include:

• Universal analog inputs
• Digital interfaces
• Integrated displays
• Network and PC connectivity
• Data storage on internal or external media

Thanks to the compact integration of all components, these systems can be deployed very quickly and are ideal for mobile measurements, service tasks, and diagnostic applications.

Typical applications

Measurement cases are used in numerous mobile and industrial applications:

• Service and maintenance tasks
• Mobile test benches
• Temporary machine monitoring
• Research and development
• Commissioning and troubleshooting
• Energy and environmental measurement
• Long-term measurements on site
• Automotive and industrial testing

How to choose the right measurement case

Selecting the right measurement case depends on the requirements of the specific measurement task as well as the sensors used and the operating conditions.

• Number and type of measurement channels
  Depending on the application, different sensors must be connectable. It is important to support suitable input signals such as temperature, voltage, current, or strain gauges.
• Mobility and operating environment
  For outdoor use or industrial environments, robust enclosures, low weight, and easy transport are important factors.
• Data acquisition rate and storage
  Dynamic measurements require higher sampling rates and sufficient storage capacity for large amounts of data.
• Power supply
  Depending on the application location, mains operation, battery operation, or a combined solution may be required.
• Display and ease of use
  An integrated display with real-time visualization makes operation and analysis directly on site easier.
• Interfaces and connectivity
  USB, LAN, WLAN, or other communication interfaces enable easy data transfer and integration into existing systems.
• Expandability and modularity
  Modular systems offer the advantage that additional channels or functions can be added later.
• Software and data analysis
  Powerful software simplifies the analysis, documentation, and further processing of measurement data.

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Benefits of our measurement cases

• Mobile complete solution for data acquisition
  All essential components integrated into one portable system.
• Fast commissioning on site
  Reduced installation and wiring effort.
• Robust and protected enclosure
  Ideal for industrial environments and outdoor applications.
• Flexible sensor connectivity
  Supports a wide range of measured variables and sensor types.
• High mobility and easy handling
  Perfect for service applications, test benches, and temporary measurement tasks.
• Expandable and customizable
  Individually configurable depending on the application.