MeasurementWhat are force and test systems and what are they used for?
Not everything in quality is measured in millimeters: sometimes you have to measure how much force a part can withstand or exert. That is what force and test systems are for. In this guide we explain what they are, what they are used for and which ones we carry from the Starrett brand.
What are force and test systems?
These are instruments that measure force, torque and strength, that is, how hard something pushes, pulls or holds. Instead of measuring a dimension, they measure an effort: the force to compress a spring, the tension an assembly withstands, the torque to tighten or open a cap, or the strength of a material.
What are they for?
- Measuring tensile and compression force: how hard a component pulls or pushes.
- Testing springs: verifying the force at a given compression.
- Measuring torque: tightening force or resistance to rotation.
- Assembly quality control: confirming that a part withstands the specified force.
The force and test systems we carry
We carry Starrett's force and test range, from portable gages to complete test stands. These are the units, under the same name you will find on our website:
| Starrett equipment | What is it? |
|---|---|
| DFG and DFC | Digital force gauges; measure tensile and compressive force directly |
| MTL-110 and MTL-330 | Motorized test stands to apply and measure force in a controlled way |
| MTH | Manual test stand |
| FMM | Force measurement system with software and reports |
| MMS and MMD | Force and material testing systems |
In summary
- Force and test systems measure force, torque and strength, not dimensions
- Used to test springs, assemblies, tightening and materials
- They range from portable gages to complete test benches
- We carry the Starrett range: force gages, test stands and materials testing systems
Why buy your measuring equipment at NAT MAC?
We are a Starrett distributor, one of the most prestigious brands in the world of metrology, with more than 54 years of experience in the industry and ISO 9001 certified quality. We advise you on choosing the right equipment for what you need to measure.
- Starrett measuring equipment for dimensional and quality control
- Advice on choosing the right instrument for your part and process
- Hand tools, vision systems, optical comparators, laser measurement, granite and force testing
- Backed by ISO 9001 certified quality
Tell us what you need to measure and with what accuracy, and we'll recommend the right equipment. Request your free quote.
Sources: NAT MAC Measurement catalog; Starrett (metrology catalogs).
