ALF250 Miniature force sensor
Compact miniature force sensor for accurate tension and compression force measurement in confined spaces. The ALF250 is ideal for OEM equipment, industrial automation, laboratory testing and precision engineering applications requiring reliable force monitoring.
Key features
- Tension, compression or bidirectional versions
- Compact 15 mm diameter design
- Hardened stainless steel construction
- Measuring ranges from 100 N to 800 N
- IP65 environmental protection
- Traceable calibration certificate included
Compact miniature force sensor for precise force measurement
The ALF250 miniature force sensor is designed for highly accurate force measurements where installation space is limited. With a diameter of just 15 mm, this compact diaphragm-based force sensor delivers reliable performance in both tension and compression applications.
Its small size, robust stainless steel construction and excellent repeatability make it an ideal solution for OEM equipment, industrial automation, scientific research and laboratory testing. Available in compression, tension and bidirectional versions, the ALF250 offers maximum flexibility for demanding measurement applications.
Performance highlights
The ALF250 is available with measuring ranges of 100 N, 200 N, 400 N and 800 N. Every sensor is supplied with a traceable calibration certificate as standard, ensuring reliable and repeatable measurement performance.
Manufactured from hardened stainless steel and protected to IP65, the sensor is suitable for continuous operation in industrial environments while maintaining stable measurement accuracy.
Usage conditions
The force should be applied directly through the central loading axis to ensure optimum accuracy. The ALF250 is available as a standard load button version for compression applications or as a stud version for tension, compression or bidirectional measurements.
The sensor operates between -10°C and +80°C and is supplied with a 2 m screened cable for easy installation.
Possible applications
- OEM machine integration
- Industrial automation
- Laboratory testing
- Scientific research
- Material testing
- Force control systems
- Medical devices
- Robotics
- Assembly equipment
- Precision engineering
Advantages of choosing the ALF250
The ALF250 combines extremely compact dimensions with reliable measurement performance and installation flexibility. Its miniature diaphragm design allows engineers to integrate accurate force measurement into applications where larger force sensors cannot be accommodated.
With traceable calibration included as standard and custom versions available on request, the ALF250 provides a dependable solution for both standard and specialised force measurement projects.
Other important features
- Miniature diaphragm force sensor
- Compression, tension and bidirectional calibration
- Hardened stainless steel construction
- Nominal output of 1.6 mV/V
- Rationalised 1.0 mV/V output available
- IP65 protection
- Standard one-year warranty
- Custom variants available on request
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Talk to an expertTechnical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Bridge resistance | 350 Ω |
| Creep - 20 minutes | ±0.1, % AL |
| Excitation voltage - maximum | 10V |
| Excitation voltage - recommended | 5, V |
| Hysteresis | ±0.5, % RL |
| Insulation resistance - minimum at 50vdc | 500 MΩ |
| Load direction | Tension, compression, bi-directional |
| Measurement ranges | 100N, 200N, 400N, 800N |
| Non-linearity - terminal | ±0.5, % RL |
| Overload - safe | 50 % RL |
| Overload - ultimate | 100 % RL |
| Rated output - nominal | 1.6, mV/V |
| Rated output - rationalised | 1.0, mV/V |
| Rationalisation tolerance | ±0.5, % RL |
| Repeatability | ±0.1, % RL |
| Sealing | IP65 |
| Temperature effect on rated output per ºc | ±0.005, % AL |
| Temperature effect on zero load output per ºc | ±0.03, % RL |
| Temperature range - compensated | -10 to +50, ºC |
| Temperature range - safe | -10 to +80, ºC |
| Weight - nominal (excluding cable) | 8 to 12g |
| Zero load output | ±4, % RL |
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