KERN Digital force gauge FC 100

KERN Digital Force Gauge FC 100

The KERN FC 100 is a versatile and high-precision digital force gauge engineered for measuring tensile and compressive forces up to 100 N. Designed for professional use in both laboratory and industrial environments, it combines accuracy, reliability, and user-friendly operation in a compact and robust metal housing. With a fine resolution of 0.1 N and a measuring frequency of 1000 Hz, the FC 100 ensures fast and precise data collection for a wide variety of testing applications.

features

• Precise digital force measurement up to 100 N with 0.1 N resolution

• Rotatable backlit display for convenient viewing from different angles

• Peak-Hold function captures maximum force; Track mode for continuous real-time display

• Limit-setting with user-defined upper/lower thresholds and audio/visual alerts

• Internal memory stores up to 500 readings for later analysis

• Capacity bar graph shows how much of the measuring range is being used

• Safety alert system warns if 110% of maximum load is exceeded

• Rugged metal housing ensures durability in industrial environments

• USB and RS-232 interfaces for reliable connectivity and data transfer

• Compatible with all SAUTER test stands up to 5 kN

application

• Ideal for precision testing in mechanical, electronic, and automotive industries

• Widely used in quality control and production monitoring tasks

• Suitable for laboratory research involving material strength and compression testing

• Excellent for ergonomics, packaging, and spring testing applications

• Enables testing in both mobile and stationary setups with stand-mount compatibility

• A preferred solution for R&D departments and engineering education institutions

specification

• Measuring range [Max]: 100 N

• Readability [d]: 0.1 N

• Accuracy tolerance: ±0.3% of full scale

• Measuring frequency: 1000 Hz

• Number of channels: 1

• Power supply: Rechargeable battery and AC adapter

• Internal memory: Up to 500 readings

• Limit-setting: Adjustable between 10–100% of full range (pull/push), with alarms

• Display: Rotatable, with backlight and capacity bar

• Safety alert: At >110% load

• Housing material: Metal

• Dimensions (W×D×H): 145 × 73 × 34 mm

• Net weight: Approx. 0.95 kg

• Interfaces: RS-232, USB (with cable included)

• Units selectable: N, kgf, ozf, lbf

• Accessories: Standard attachments, 90 mm extension rod, robust carrying case