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PFLW Series Strain Gauge for Wood Use

Specially designed for long term measurement on wood


Key features

  • 2% (20000×10⁻⁶ strain) Strain limit
  • Operational temperature: -20~+80°C
  • Type: For long term measurement on wood
  • Polyester backing, Cu-Ni (wire) element
  • Gauge resistance: 120Ω
  • Gauge length: 30mm

About the PFLW Series for Wood Use

PFLW/PLW series long term use strain gauge on wood
This gauge has a thin metal backing for long term measurement on woods, not affected by moisture contained in wood. The gauge is bonded with PS adhesive.

Temperature compensation materials

  • 11: Wood

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Technical Specifications

Specification Value
Applicable specimen Wood
Backing Polyester
Bonding adhesive PS
Element Cu-Ni (wire)
Fatigue life at room temperature 1×10⁶ (±1000×10⁻⁶ strain)
Operational temperature(°c) -20~+80°C
Strain limit 2% (20000×10⁻⁶ strain)
Temperature compensation range(°c) +10~+80°C