Starrett DFG-10, DFG-500, DFG-50, DFG-100, DFG-200 User manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Page

General Safety Precautions 5
Warnings 5

1.0 Introduction 8

2.0 Specifications and Dimensions 8

3.0 Force Gage Fundamentals 9

3.1 Keypad and Navigation 9

3.1.1 On/Off/Menu Key 9

3.1.2 Zero Key 9

3.1.3 Softkey 1 9

3.1.4 Softkey 2 9

3.2 Display Layout 10

3.2.1 Primary Display 11

3.2.2 Secondary Display 11

3.2.3 Direction Symbols 11

3.2.4 Tolerance Display 11

3.2.5 Bargraph 11

3.2.6 Softkey Labels 12

3.2.7 Operating Modes 12

3.2.8 Units of Measure 12

3.2.9 Display Orientation (Flip) 12

3.3 Cables and Communications 13

3.3.1 USB Cable (Part No. L1-USB) 13

3.3.2 RS-232 Cable (Part No. L1-RS232) 13

3.4 Test Frame Operation 13

3.4.1 Using the FMM Series Digital Test Frame 13

3.4.2 Using the MTL Series Manual Test Frame 13

3.4.3 Using the MTH Series Manual Test Frame 14

3.5 Load Sensor Measurement 14

3.6 Using Accessories 14

3.6.1 Standard Gage Accessories 14

3.6.2 Clevis Accessories 14

4.0 Force Gage Operation 15

4.1 Power On/Off 15

4.1.1 Using Automatic Off 15

4.1.2 Charging the Battery 15

4.2 Gage Display Formats 15

4.2.1 Real Time Display 15

4.2.2 Peak Tension Display 15

4.2.3 Peak Compression Display 16

4.2.4 Tolerance Display 16

4.2.5 Statistics Display 16

4.2.8 Memory Display 16

4.2.9 Overload Condition Display 17

4.2.10 About Display 17

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4.4 Saving Results 17

4.5 Exporting Results 17

4.6 Managing Gage Memory 18

4.7 Viewing Memory 18

5.0 Force Gage Setup 19

5.1 Selecting Operating Mode 19

5.1.1 Real Time Mode 19

5.1.2 Peak Compression Mode 20

5.1.3 Peak Tension Mode 20

5.2 Selecting Units of Measure 20

5.3 Memory Setup 20

5.3.1 Display Memory 21

5.3.2 Clear Memory 21

5.3.3 Export Memory 21

5.3.4 Export Saved Results 21

5.4 Tolerance 22

5.4.1 Setting Tolerance Limits 22

5.4.2 Sounds 23

5.5 Keys Setup 23

5.5.1 SEND Function 23

5.5.2 MODE Function 23

5.5.3 STATS (Statistics) Function 23

5.5.4 SAVE Function 23

5.5.5 UNITS Function 23

5.5.6 Mapping Softkey 1 23

5.5.7 Mapping Softkey 2 24

5.6 Settings 24

5.6.1 Communications 24

5.6.1.1 Using USB 2.0 25

5.6.1.2 Using RS-232 25

5.6.1.3 Transmit Compression Sign (-) 26

5.6.1.4 Transmit Units 26

5.6.1.5 Transmit Tolerances 27

5.6.2 Display 27

5.6.2.1 Using Auto Off 28

5.6.2.2 Adjusting Backlight Intensity 28

5.6.2.3 Using Flip Feature 29

5.6.2.4 Radix Setup 29

5.6.3 Using Filter 30

5.6.4 About Display 30

5.6.5 Using a Passcode 31

5.6.6 Selecting Display Language 32

6.0 DFG Force Gage Accessories 32

7.0 Cable Pinout 34

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GENERAL INFORMATION

PRODUCT WARRANTY

Starrett force measurement products carry a 3-year (from date of
purchase) warranty against defects in material and workmanship (parts
and labor), subject to factory inspection.

Starrett will repair or replace, at its option, any part or parts found to
be defective in workmanship or material. Starrett warrants repaired or
replaced parts for the balance of the original warranty period or 90 days,
whichever is longer. Parts returned to the factory under warranty will be
repaired at no charge. Freight charges to the factory will be paid by the
customer. Return freight charges to the customer will be paid by Starrett.

This warranty does not cover damages from such causes as abuse,
accident, neglect, fire or freight damage. It does not apply to defects
resulting from modifications made by the customer or improper use of
the system or its components.

DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITIES

Starrett shall have no liability or responsibility to the customer or any
other person or entity with respect to any liability, loss or damage caused
or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by this documentation,
or the hardware described in it. This includes but is not limited to
any interruption of service, loss of business or anticipatory profits, or
consequential damages resulting from the use or operation of hardware
or equipment.

GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Force measurement systems are potentially hazardous. Prior to
operating your testing system, Starrett recommends that you read and
understand the instruction manuals for your system and components
and that you receive training on the proper use of this equipment from
your authorized Starrett representative.

Observe all warnings and cautions identified in this manual for your
equipment. A warning identifies a function that may lead to injury
or death. A caution identifies a hazard that may lead to damage to
equipment or loss of data.

Starrett products, to the best of our knowledge, comply with various
national and international safety standards as they apply to material and
force measurement testing. This Starrett product has been tested and
found to comply with the following recognized standards:

• EN61010-1 Safety Requirements for Electrical Equipment

• EN61000-6-3 EMC Generic Emissions Standard

• EN61000-6-1 EMC Generic Immunity Standard
Starrett also certifies that this product complies with all relevant EU

directives and carries the CE mark.

ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY

Your DFG Force Gage is designed to comply with International
Electromagnetic Compliance (IEC) standards.

To ensure reproduction of this EMC performance, connect this equipment
to a low impedance ground connection. Typical suitable connections are
a ground spike or the steel frame of a building.

WARNINGS

Emergency Stop (FMM System Applications)

Press the emergency stop button whenever you feel there is an unsafe
condition during a test. The emergency stop button removes power to
the motor drive system causing the crosshead to stop.

FLYING DEBRIS

Eye protection, protective clothing and splinter/safety shields should
be used whenever any possibility exists of a hazard from the failure of
a sample, assembly or structure under test. Due to the wide range of
materials that may be tested and that may result in a failure which may
cause bodily injury, the precautions and preventative methods taken
prior to testing is entirely the responsibility of the owner and the user of
the equipment.

CRUSH HAZARD (FMM SYSTEM APPLICATIONS)

Always use caution when installing or removing apparatus and your
sample material between the frame's crosshead and the base. A
potential pinch/crush hazard exists. Keep clear of the testing fixture,
and particularly the jaw faces at all times. Keep clear of the crosshead
during movement. If available, always make sure the Grip Load feature
is enabled. This will stop inadvertent crosshead operation if in manual
mode. Always ensure that other personnel cannot operate the system
while you are working within the test fixture area.

ELECTRICAL HAZARD

Disconnect equipment from the electrical power supply before removing
any electrical safety covers. Disconnect power when replacing fuses.
Never reconnect power while the covers are removed. Never operate the
system with protective covers removed.

ROTATING MACHINERY HAZARD (FMM SYSTEM APPLICATIONS)

Always disconnect power before removing covers that protect the user
from the internal rotating mechanisms. If maintenance to the drive
mechanism is required, and power is needed to perform maintenance
to the drive system, maintenance should be performed by an authorized
Starrett representative who has received factory training on performing
such procedures.

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DFG DIGITAL FORCE GAGE

THIS IS A STARRETT USER GUIDE FOR THE DFG DIGITAL FORCE GAGE.

ALL SPECIFICATIONS IN THIS DOCUMENT ARE CORRECT AT TIME OF

PRODUCTION AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.

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1.0 INTRODUCTION

Thank you for choosing the DFG Force Gage.
The DFG is our basic digital force gage. It may be used as a handheld

instrument or mounted to our FMM Digital Force Testers or our manual
testers, models MTL and MTH. If more functionality is required, the DFG
is our advanced digital force gage.

This manual provides an overview and general instructions of how to
use the DFG Force Gage.

2.0 SPECIFICATIONS

DFG Advanced Force Gage

Specification DFG

Accuracy, Full Scale 0.20%
Data Sampling (Hz) 10,000
Display Resolution 5,000:1
Safe Overload, Full Scale 200%
Maximum Tare 10%

Communications

USB 2.0 Yes
RS-232 Yes
Memory, maximum results saved in gage 50

Operating Mode

Real Time Yes
Peak Compression Ye s
Peak Tension Yes

Power, Environmental

Battery Type Lithium Ion
Battery Life, typical @ 20% brightness >30 hours
Charge Time, using 110/240V Mains <3hours
Display OLED 320 x 240
Operating Temperature 40°F to 110°F (4°C to 43°C)
Thread, for adapters (Metric) M6, M10
Instrument Weight (approx.) 3 lbs (1.36 kgs)

DFG - Advanced Force Controller

Load Capacity Safe

Model No.

DFG-10 50 5 10 160 5000 200 0.006 0.15 M6 x 1-6H SPK-FG-S
DFG-20 100 10 20 320 9000 200 0.008 0.20 M6 x 1-6H SPK-FG-S
DFG-50 250 25 50 800 23,000 200 0.015 0.39 M6 x 1-6H SPK-FG-S
DFG-100 500 50 110 1600 45,000 200 0.024 0.60 M6 x 1-6H SPK-FG-S
DFG-200 1000 100 225 - - 200 0.021 0.54 M6 x 1-6H SPK-FG-M
DFG-500 2500 250 550 - - 200 0.028 0.70 M10 x 1.5-5H SPK-FG-L

NOTES
Load measurement accuracy is ±0.2% of load cell capacity. Display resolution is 5,000:1.

N KGF LBF OZF GF in mm mm Kit

Overload %
Full Scale

Full Scale Deflection Thread Accessory

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DIMENSIONS

0.91 (23.0)

7.50 (190.5)

3.30 (83.8)

Thread

0.31 (8.0)

1.63 (41.3)

0.50 (12.7)

A

A

2.00 (50.8)

0.55 (14.0)

2.00 (50.8)

M4x0.7-6H  0.30 4x

Ø0.20  0.18

2.25 (57.2)

3.0 FORCE GAGE FUNDAMENTALS

3.1 KEYPAD AND NAVIGATION

The DFG keypad is multi-functional. There are four keys.
Each is described below.

1.70 (43.2)

3.1.1 ON/OFF/MENU KEY

This key is used to power the gage on/off. Press to power the gage on. Press and hold
for 3 seconds to power the gage off.

This key is also used to access the Setup Menu. When the gage is powered ON, press
to access the Setup Menu.

This key is also used to navigate UP when in the Setup Menu. p

3.1.2 ZERO KEY

This key is used to zero the displayed values. Press to zero load and if connected to the
FMM Digital Force Tester, zero distance.

This key is also used to navigate DOWN when in the Setup Menu. q

3.1.3 SOFTKEY 1

This is the left arrow key. It is used to move out of a setup when in the Setup Menu. t

This key may also be mapped to a specific function.

The Setup Menu has a Key setup function where you may assign how Softkey 1 performs.
For example, you can assign a SAVE function to the key. When pressed, the measured
values are "saved" to memory.

3.1.4 SOFTKEY 2

This is the right arrow key. It is used to move in to a setup when in the Setup Menu. u

Like the Softkey 1, it also may be mapped to a specific function. For example, you can
assign a MODE function to the key. Pressing the key can change the operating modes of the
gage. You can switch from Real Time to Peak Tension by pressing Softkey 2.Shown: Keypad mapping with display in NORMAL format

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3.2. DISPLAY LAYOUT

The force gage features a high-resolution OLED color
display with adjustable backlight. The backlight may be
adjusted from a setting in the Main Menu.

The display layout is optimized for easy viewing. Recognizable
symbols are used for immediate interpretation.

Real time load being placed on load cell Peak/Max Tension

14.97

0.06

Tensile Direction

Battery Status

Shows remaining battery life.

Primary Result

Shows load direction using a symbol
for Tension or Compression.

Shows functions mapped to
softkeys 1 and 2.
Menu function is always center key.

Softkey 1
Associated with above Function
Use to navigate LEFT and move
out of setup option.

Shown: Display Layout

Zero

Used to Zero force
Use to navigate DOWN

Unit of Measure

Shows unit of measure for displayed results.

Peak/Max Tension

lbf

Secondary Display

Load Bargraph

Shows active load on sensor
Shows direction of load

Softkey 2

Associated with
above Function
Use to navigate RIGHT
and INTO setup option

Power On/Off
Used to access Menu
Use to navigate UP

Real Time value

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14.92

Shown: Real Time view showing Peak Tension

Real time load being placed on load cell

lbf

16.84

Compression Direction

Shown: Real Time view showing Peak Compression

Real Time Mode Indicator

Peak/Max Compression

0.00

16.89

Real Time Mode Indicator

22.29

Tensile Direction

Shown: Peak Tension view

Peak/Max Compression

Compression
Direction

Peak Tension Mode Indicator

Real Time value

21.06

21.10

Shown: Peak Compression view Peak Compression Mode Indicator

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lbf

lbf

lbf

lbf

3.2.1 PRIMARY DISPLAY

The center of the display is used to display the primary result(s). This
result is displayed in a large format with a resolution of 5,000:1. When
tolerance is used, the displayed results will show in RED when the result
is "out-of-tolerance". Results "in-tolerance" are displayed in BLACK.

3.2.2 SECONDARY RESULT

The upper right display area shows secondary results. These results
vary depending on the force gage mode and the primary result being
displayed. For example, if the primary result is a peak measurement, the
secondary result displays the real time load being applied.

Display Formats

Primary Display Secondary Display

Real Time Peak Measurement
Peak Tension Real Time Measurement
Peak Compression Real Time Measurement

3.2.3 DIRECTION

Symbols are used to indicate the direction of load for the current readings.

3.2.4 TOLERANCE

When a tolerance is setup for your result, results that are "within" the
tolerance range are displayed in BLACK. If the results is "outside" the
tolerance range, the result is displayed in RED. The gage may also be
setup to give a sound if the result is "outside" the tolerance range. The
sound is configured in SETUP and may be a "beep", "Chirp" or "Tone".

3.2.5 BARGRAPH

The bargraph shows the measured load as detected by the load cell
sensor. The load is displayed from a center line.

Compressive loads fill to the left while tensile loads fill to the right.

Color is used to depict the load status relative to the full scale of the load cell.

The bargraph will display GREEN when the measured load is from 1 to
75% of the full scale capacity.

The bargraph will display YELLOW when the measured load is from
76% to 90%.

The bargraph will display RED when the measured load exceeds 90%.

If the measured load exceeds the full scale capacity of the load cell, the
primary display will show a RED "- - - -", indicating an OVERLOAD condition.

The bargraph also uses markers to show maximum values achieved during
a test. For example, a marker may depict a peak load measurement.

lbf

59.71

0.05

46.83

lbf

112.40

91.85

Tensile Direction

Out-of-Tolerance Result

lbf

5.71

5.66

84.93

lbf

112.40

91.85

104.22

112.40

91.85

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Modes

3.2.6 SOFTKEY LABELS

The bottom of the display has three targets that are mapped to the three
keys on the keypad.

The right- and left-most keys have dynamic functions that may change
based on the test operation being performed. These targets may also be
assigned specific functions in the SETUP MENU for KEYS.

The center target is reserved for access to the SETUP MENU.

Softkey Labels

Symbol Type Description

Send Exports result or memory via RS232 or Bluetooth

lbf Units Changes current unit of measure

Save Saves current results to gage memory and shows number of records saved

q4

Mode Shows current mode and allows modes to be changed

∑ Stats Displays statistics for results saved in memory

3.2.7 OPERATING MODES

Symbols are used to depict the operating mode of the force gage. The
operating mode is a setting in the SETUP MENU.

u

Real Time

Peak Compression

3.2.9 DISPLAY ORIENTATION (FLIP)

The display orientation may be changed in the SETUP MENU. In
applications where the load cell stem needs to point downward, it
may be necessary to "flip the orientation" of the display so rather than
reading right-side up, the display reads right-side down.

Peak Tension

Modes and Symbols

3.2.8 UNITS OF MEASURE

The units of measure is displayed with the associated result. Load
results may use ozf, gf, lbf, kgf, or N. Distance results may use in (inch)
or mm (millimeter).

lbf

N
kgf
ozf
gf
User

PSI

Normal Display View

Units of Measure

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3.3 CABLES & I/O

The force gage is supplied with a USB cable.

Force Gage with USB Cable

3.3.1 USB CABLE

The USB cable (p/n L1-USB) is used for charging the force gage. This
cable may also be used to connect the force gage to a computer. Using
the force gage with a computer, you can upload new software for the
force gage, or use it to download data from the gage to the computer.
For example, you can download results saved in the force gage memory
to Microsoft® Excel.

NOTE

The USB cable is NOT used for communication to the FMM Digital Force Tester.

3.3.2 RS-232 CABLE

The RS-232 cable (p/n L1-RS232) is used when you are connecting
the force gage to the FMM Digital Force Tester. This cable provides
communication between the force gage and force tester. The RS-232
cable is supplied with the FMM Test Frame.

NOTE

The RS-232 cable is ALWAYS used for communication to the FMM Digital Force Tester.

3.4. TEST FRAME OPERATION

The force gage mounts to our test frames
with a mounting block (SPK-FG-BLOCK).
On the back side of the force gage is an
alignment bushing. This bushing fits over
the alignment pin on the mounting block to
ensure proper gage alignment.

3.4.1. USING FMM TEST FRAMES

Use the mounting block when mounting the force gage to the FMM
crosshead. Four M4 screws fasten the force gage to the mounting block.
The mounting block is fastened to the crosshead with six screws.

Force Gage Mounted on FMM-550 Test Frame

3.4.2 USING MTL TEST FRAMES

The force gage mounts to the MTL Manual Tester using four M4 screws.

SPK-FG-BLOCK Force Gage Mounting Block

Force Gage Mounted on MTL-110 Test Frame

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3.4.3 USING MTH TEST FRAME

The force gage mounts to the MTH Manual Tester using four M4 screws.

3.6. USING ACCESSORIES

The DFG Force Gage can use standard gage accessories for common
types of testing. Or, you can equip the DFG force gage with a clevis
adapter. With a clevis adapter, a large assortment of testing fixtures
are available from Starrett including platens, vise-action grips, wedge­action grips, peel grips, pneumatic grips, roller grips and more.
Starrett can supply hundreds of different style grips for virtually any
force measurement application. And Starrett can design, engineer, and
manufacture custom grips and test fixtures to your exact requirements.

A complete list of accessories can be found in Section 6.

3.6.1 STANDARD GAGE ACCESSORIES

The force gage is supplied with a variety of standard accessories suitable
for the full scale measuring capacity of the instrument. All gages are
supplied with these threaded accessories. Accessories are supplied as
"Kits" or you may purchase any accessory individually.

Force Gage Mounted on MTH-550 Test Frame

3.5 LOAD SENSOR MEASUREMENT

The load cell sensor, within the force gage housing, has a measurement
accuracy of better than 0.1% full scale and a safe overload rating of
200%. Force gages with a load capacity of 200 lbf (1000N) and below
are fitted with an M6 threaded load stem. The 500 lbf (2500N) force
gage model is fitted with an M10 threaded load stem.

NOTE

1. Load must always be applied axially. Use care and prevent
any side loading on the sensor. Side loading can affect the
measurement accuracy and lead to load cell damage.

2. Load cell sensors should NEVER
exceed their rated full scale capacity.
Overloading the load cell sensor will
lead to irreparable damage.

3. Load cell should go through a 10 minute
"warm-up" period if the force gage has
been turned off for an extended period
of time. Turn the force gage on and wait
10 minutes for the load cell electronics
to warm-up.

Force Gage Standard Accessory Kit

3.6.2 CLEVIS ACCESSORIES

The DFG Force Gage can be fitted with an optional clevis adapter. This
adapter lets you affix any 15.9mm diameter clevis-style test fixture to
your force gage.

Clevis fixtures are ideal for applications where you need to quickly
change-out test fixtures. The clevis adapter, screws on to the DFG load
cell stem. Two locking rings and a grip pin are used to secure the test
fixture during your test.

Force Gage Load Cell Stem Thread

Optional Clevis Accessory Kits

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4.0 FORCE GAGE OPERATION

4.1 POWER ON/OFF

Turn the force gage ON by pressing the Power key.

Turn the force gage OFF by pressing and holding the Power key down
for 3 seconds.

4.1.2 CHARGING BATTERY

Charge the battery using the USB Cable that was supplied with the force
gage. Connect the USB cable to the force gage and then to the power source.

Charging through source power @ 100-240V is considerably faster than
charging through a personal computer's USB.

NOTE

1. When the force gage is connected to the FMM Digital Force Tester using the RS-232 cable,
the force gage is continually being charged while the FMM Digital Force Tester is ON.

2. The force gage may be used while it is being charged.

3. The force gage display will remain ON during charging. You cannot turn the force gage to
OFF during a charge.

4.2 GAGE DISPLAY FORMATS

This section will show common display formats and their attributes.

4.2.1 REAL TIME DISPLAY

When the force gage is in REAL TIME MODE, the force gage will display
the following:

Real time load being placed on load cell

Peak/Max Compression

0.00

lbf

16.89

4.1.1 AUTOMATIC SHUTDOWN

The force gage may be setup to automatically turn OFF
after a period of time when no load has been applied or when no
keypress has taken place.

Display

Auto Off

Off
1 Min

5 Min

15 Min
30 Min

Auto Off Setup Option
(See Setup for more information)

16.84

Compression Direction

Real Time Mode Indicator

Shown: Real Time view showing Peak Compression

4.2.2 PEAK TENSION DISPLAY

When the force gage is in PEAK TENSION MODE, the force gage will
display the following:

Peak/Max Tension

lbf

Real Time value

19.24

22.29

Tensile Direction

Shown: Peak Tension view

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lbf

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4.2.3 PEAK COMPRESSION DISPLAY

When the force gage is in PEAK COMPRESSION MODE, the force gage
will display the following:

Peak/Max Compression

Real Time value

21.06

Compression Direction

21.10

Peak Compression Mode Indicator

Shown: Peak Compression view

4.2.4 TOLERANCE DISPLAY

When tolerance is used for a measurement, the force gage will display
the following:

Real Time value

4.2.5 STATISTICS DISPLAY

When statistics are used on saved results, the force gage will display
the following:

Saved values Statistics

2

3

4

Statistics Display

NOTE

When using statistics, all results in the memory must have the same sign: tension or
compression for valid statistics.

4.2.8 MEMORY DISPLAY

When results are saved to memory, the force gage will display the
following for the saved results:

5.020

5.330

5.020

L–D



Go Back

σ

/ X

Navigate Up/Down
in saved list

5.330

5.020

0.315

5.095

0.135

Delete highlited result

lbf

5.71

Shown: Peak Tension view with Tolerance result

5.66

Peak Tension Mode Indicator

1

2

Results Saved to Memory

50.59

60.79

σ

60.79

50.59

45.398

55.69

22.699

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4.2.9 OVERLOAD CONDITION DISPLAY

When the load applied to the force gage's load cell exceeds the full scale
capacity, an overload condition occurs and the force gage will display
the following:

NOTE

Immediate action to remove the overload should be taken to avoid permanent damage to

112.40

91.85

Load Overload Display

the load cell sensor.

4.2.10 ABOUT DISPLAY

The About view is accessed through the main setup menu. Select the
About menu option and the DFG will display the following:

• DFG Model Number

• Serial Number

• Full Scale Capacity

• Last Calibration Date

• Overload History

4.4 SAVING RESULTS

The DFG feature an internal memory for saving results for the purpose
of calculating and displaying statistics. You may save up to 50 individual
results in memory.

Results saved to memory MUST be of the same type. You cannot have
mixed type results. For example, you cannot save tension results with
compression results. Results MUST be of the same type.

Result Type Memory Type

MODES

Real Time Real Time
Tension Peak Tension Peak
Compression Peak Compression Peak

Management of the DFG memory is important to ensure correct
statistical analysis. Always clear old results that are from a different
test method.

NOTE

Results saved for statistics must be of the same test method for statistics to be correctly calculated.

To Save results to memory, a Softkey must be setup with the SAVE
function. See the Setup section for more information.

Once a result is displayed by the DFG, pressing the SAVE softkey will
save the displayed result to memory.

Results may be saved with or without units.

4.5 EXPORTING RESULTS

The DFG can export results to an external device, such as a computer
with WinWedge software. Use the Send function to export a result to
WinWedge on a computer connected to the DFG Force Gage.

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Results may be cleared from memory using the Memory setup or using
the Statistics view.

Press
Press
Press
Press
Press
Press

To clear results from memory using the Memory setup, do the following:

To clear results from memory at the Statistics view, select the memory
record and select "X".

Select MENU

p

Select MEMORY

q

Select CLEAR

u

Select CLEAR

q

Move out of MEMORY

t

Move out of Setup

t

Memory

Clear

Clear

Go Back

4.7 VIEWING MEMORY

You may view results in memory using either a STATS softkey or by going
through the main menu and selecting the Memory and Display options.

Press
Press
Press

The saved results in memory are displayed in the left column of the
Statistics view.

Results are saved to memory by pressing the SAVE softkey. Each saved
results is one record in memory. You may have up to 50 records.

View individual results saved to memory as follows:

Press
Press
Press
Press
Press
Press X to DELETE a result

Select MENU

p

Select MEMORY

u

Select DISPLAY

u

Select MENU

p

Select MEMORY

u

Select DISPLAY

u

to navigate UP your results

p

to navigate DOWN your results

q

Memory

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5.0 FORCE GAGE SETUP MENU

The SETUP MENU for the force gage is depicted below. Shown are the
options available for each feature within your DFG Force Gage.

Modes

Units
Memory

Tolerance

Real Time

lbf

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Off
Keys
Settings

Main Menu

Modes Units Memory Tolerance Keys Settings

Real Time ozf Display Enable Enable Comms
Peak Tension lbf Clear Limit 1 Softkey 1 Data Channel
Peak Compression gf Export Limit 2 Send RS-232

kgf Sound Units Xmit Comp ­N Save Xmit Units

Mode Xmit TOL
Stats Display
Softkey 2 Auto Off
Send Backlight
Units Flip
Save Radix
Mode Filter
Stats About

Password
Language
English
Deutsch
Español
Português
Français
Italiano
Chinese
Russian
Polski
Czech

5.1 MODES

This section will describe the various operating modes for the force gage.

Real Time

Peak Compression
Peak Tension

Mode Setup Menu

Press
Press
Press
Press
Press

NOTE

MODE may be assigned to Softkey 1 or Softkey 2. This will allow you to switch between
modes using a Softkey press.

5.1.1 REAL TIME

The REAL TIME MODE displays the load that is currently being applied
to the load cell.

The primary display shows the currently applied load.

The secondary display shows the PEAK TENSION or PEAK COMPRESSION
values achieved during the real time measurement.

The REAL TIME MODE is depicted by this symbol:

Select MENU

p

Select MODE

u

Select the Mode needed

u

Move out of MODE

t

Move out of Setup

t

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5.1.2 PEAK COMPRESSION

The PEAK COMPRESSION MODE displays the maximum load achieved
during a compression (Push) direction.

The primary display shows the results for the maximum achieved load in
the compression direction, i.e. the peak compression result.

The secondary display shows the Real Time result or what is currently
being applied to the load cell.

The PEAK COMPRESSION MODE is depicted by this symbol:

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Peak Compression Display

5.1.3 PEAK TENSION

The PEAK TENSION MODE displays the maximum load achieved during
a tensile (Pull) direction.

The primary display shows the results for the maximum achieved load
in the tensile direction, i.e. the peak tension result.

The secondary display shows the Real Time result or what is currently
being applied to the load cell.

The PEAK TENSION MODE is depicted by this symbol:

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5.2 UNITS OF MEASURE

Set the units of measure as follows:

lbf

N

kgf
ozf

gf

Units of Measure Setup Menu

Press
Press
Press
Press
Press

5.3 MEMORY SETUP

The DFG has memory for saving up to 50 results. Results may be saved
manually, by pressing a softkey or automatically at the completion of a test.

Results in memory can be displayed and used for statistics or exported
to an external device.

NOTE

Because results in memory are used for statistical calculations, all results in memory must
be of the same type. For example, saved results should be all tension results in order for
statistics to be calculated correctly.

Press
Press
Press
Press
Press
Press

Select MENU

p

Select UNITS

u

Select the Unit needed

u

Move out of Units

t

Move out of Setup

t

Select MENU

p

Select MEMORY

q

Select DISPLAY to view memory and Statistics

u

Select CLEAR to erase ALL results from Memory

u

Select EXPORT results to an external Device

u

Move out of MEMORY

t

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5.3.1 DISPLAY MEMORY

You can view the results in memory using the Memory menu or by
mapping a softkey to STATS.

From the Memory setup, select Display to view the results in memory.
From the main menu:

The DFG will display the saved results in memory in the left column
while displaying the calculated statistics in the right column.

Press the center power key and zero key to navigate up/down to view
your results.

Modes
Units

Memory

Tolerance

Real Time

lbf

1

Off
Keys
Settings

Memory

Display

Clear 0
Export

5.3.2 CLEAR MEMORY

Results in memory may be cleared individually or collectively. To clear
an individual result from memory, go to the STATS view. Select the
results you want to clear. Select the "X" (delete) key.

To clear all results from memory, go to the Memory setup and select
CLEAR. This will erase all results for the gage's memory.

Memory

Clear

Clear

Go Back

Clear Memory Setup

5.3.3. EXPORT MEMORY

Use the SAVE feature to save results to memory. Results saved to
memory MUST be of the same type based on test mode or test type.

If you attempt to save a different result type with an existing result, the gage
will display a message requiring you to delete the results currently in memory.

5.3.4 EXPORT SAVED RESULTS

Results may be exported to a externally connected device, such as a
personal computer using the Send feature. You must map one of your
softkeys to SEND. Press the SEND key to transmit the result via RS232
to the connected device.

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Press the X softkey to delete the highlighted result.

Press the Back softkey to move out of the Display Memory view.

Memory

Display
Clear 3

Export

Export Memory Setup

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Tolerance

5.4 TOLERANCE

Use tolerances to setup "pass" and "fail" measurements. You may
specify a Limit 1 and a Limit 2 to create a tolerance band. Measured
results that equal or fall within the range created by the two limits are
considered "pass" results. This results will display in BLACK. If the
measured result falls outside the band created by the two Limits, the
result is considered a "fail" result. A "fail" results displays in RED.

Enabled Off

Limit 1
Limit 2

Sound

0.00

0.00

None

Tolerance

5.4.1 SETTING TOLERANCE LIMITS

When Tolerance is used, you must setup two Limits that define the
tolerance range. Enter a value for Limit 1 and Limit 2 making sure your
limits are of the same sign for tension or compression.

Press
Press
Press
Press
Press
Press
Press
Press
Press
Press
Press

Move down to TOLERANCE

q

Select ENABLE if needed or,

u

Select DISABLE if not needed

u

Move down to LIMITS

q

Move down to LIMIT 1

q
u Select Limit 1 value using qp

Move out of Limit 1

t

Move down to LIMIT 1

q
u Select Limit 2 value using qp

Move out of LIMIT 2

t

Move out of TOLERANCE

t

Limit 1

N

10.00

Enabled

On

Off

Tolerance Setup Menu

Limit 2

N

20.00

Enabled On
Limit 1

Limit 2

Sound

10.00

20.00
None

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5.4.2 SOUNDS

You may configure a SOUND that provides the user with an audible
alarm. If the result is "fail", an audible "beep", "chirp" or "tone" may be
issued by the force gage. The default is NONE.

Press
Press
Press
Press
Press

Move down to TOLERANCE

q

Move down to SOUNDS

q
u Select Sound Type using qp

Move out of SOUNDS

t

Move out of TOLERANCE

t

Sound

None

Beep
Chirp
Tone

Tolerance Sound Setup

5.5 KEYS SETUP

The DFG Force Gage Softkeys can be mapped to a specific function. Softkey
1 and Softkey 2 may be mapped to perform the following functions:

• Send

• Mode

• Stats

• Save

• Units
The center Softkey is always mapped to the SETUP MENU. This softkey

cannot be mapped to any other function.

5.5.1 SEND FUNCTION

The SEND function is used to send the displayed data to an external
device. Data may be sent via USB or RS-232. You can specify how you
want the Send function to transmit data using the COMMS feature and
by specifying the Data Channel.

5.5.2 MODE FUNCTION

The MODE function allows the user to change and select the operating
mode for the force gage.

5.5.3 STATS FUNCTION\

The STATS function is used when their are results saved in the DFG
force gage memory. Pressing the STATS softkey will display statistical
calculations for the saved results in memory.

5.5.4 SAVE FUNCTION

Use the SAVE function to manually save a result to the DFG memory.

NOTE

Results saved to memory MUST be of the same type. For example, you cannot save
tension results and compression results. You can only save either tension or compression.

5.5.5 UNITS FUNCTION

The UNITS function lets the user select and change the unit of measure.

5.5.6 MAPPING SOFTKEY 1

When the display is in Normal view mode (not Flip view mode), the
Softkey 1 is the left-most key.

Press
Press
Press
Press
Press
Press

Move down to KEYS

q

Select Softkey 1

u

Select Softkey option list

q

Select Softkey 1 option

u

Move out of Softkey 1

t

Move out of KEYS

t

Keys

Softkey 1

Keys

Send

Sound None

Softkey 1

Softkey 2

Send

Mode

Units
Save
Mode
Stats

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5.5.7 MAPPING SOFTKEY 2

When the display is in Normal view mode (not Flip view mode), the
Softkey 2 is the right-most key.

Press
Press
Press
Press
Press
Press

Move down to KEYS

q

Select Softkey 2

q

Select Softkey option list

q

elect Softkey 2 option

u

Move out of Softkey 2

t

Move out of KEYS

t

Keys

Softkey 2

Send
Units

Save

Mode
Stats

5.6 SETTINGS

The Setting menu contains common universal setup options. Each
option type is discussed below.

5.6.1 COMMUNICATIONS

The SETUP options for communication are listed below. The diagram
shows the various communication methods that may be used with the
force gage.

NOTE

1. The RS-232 cable supplied with the FMM digital test frame is used to communicate
with the DFG.

2. The USB cable supplied with the force gage is used to communicate with a personal
computer. This cable is used for charging the battery; for uploading new features to the
force gage; or for exporting data from the force gage to a personal computer.

3. The USB cable is not used for communication between the force gage and the FMM
digital test frame.

Protocol Where to Use

Charge DFG Battery

USB 2.0

RS-232

Upload firmware and new features to DFG from a PC
Export data to a printer
Export data to a PC

Communicate with FMM Series digital force tester
Charge DFG Battery when connected to the FMM Digital Force Tester
Communicate with a serial printer
Communicate with a serial external computer or hard drive

RS232

DFG

USB

L1-USB Cable For Charging, Exporting
Data and Uploading New Features

Computers Printers

Printers Computers Network

Cable For Communications (p/n L1-RS232)

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5.6.1.1 USING USB 2.0

The DFG force gage is equipped with USB 2.0. A mini USB 2.0 connector
is located on the base of the gage. The DFG is supplied with a USB 2.0
cable (p/n L1-USB).

Settings

Comms

Display
Filters

20.0
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Password
Language

Off

English

Settings

Comms

Data Channel USB

RS-232
Xmit Comp ­Xmit Units
Xmit TOL

Off
On
On
Off

5.6.1.2 USING RS-232

RS-232 is the primary communication protocol used when the DFG is
communicating and interfaced to the FMM Series digital force tester. The
FMM Series force tester is supplied with an RS-232 cable (p/n L1-RS232).
The cable features two D-sub connectors for connecting to the DFG and
to the back panel on the FMM Series force tester. The cable provide
bidirectional communication between the gage and the test frame.

NOTE

1. When the DFG is interfaced to the FMM, the baud rate is automatically set at 115200.

2. The L1-RS232 cable is used for communicating using RS-232. It is also a signal cable
that can be used with external devices for I/O control and for switch testing.

Press
Press
Press
Press
Press

You may configure the BAUD rate for the RS-232 communications. Baud
options are: 9600, 19,200, 38,400 and 115,200. The default is 115,200.

Move down to COMMS

q

Move down to RS232

q

Select BAUD RATE needed

u

Move out of RS232

t

Move out of COMMS

t

Settings

Comms

Data Channe

RS-232

Xmit Comp -

SB

115200

On

Settings

Comms

Data Channel

USB

RS-232
BT

Data Channel Setup for using USB

The primary use of USB 2.0 with the DFG is for battery charging and for
exporting and interfacing to a USB device, such as a personal computer
or external drive.

There is no setup required when using USB 2.0.

Xmit Units
Xmit TOL

Settings

Comms

RS-232

9600
19200
38400

115200

RS-232 Setup Menu

NOTE

RS-232 can be used separately and in addition to Bluetooth

®

and USB.

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5.6.1.3 TRANSMIT COMPRESSION - SIGN

You may specify a sign for compression and tension values. If Xmit
Comp - is ON, a compression result will use a negative sign to denote
a compression value. A tensile result will use a positive sign to denote
a tension value.

If Xmit Comp - is OFF, a compression value will use a positive sign to
denote a compression value. A tensile result will use a negative sign to
denote a tension value.

If Xmit Comp - is NONE, there is no sign used for either a compression
or tensile result.

Settings

Comms

Data Channe
RS-232

Xmit Comp -

Xmit Units

115200

SB

On
On

5.6.1.4 TRANSMIT UNITS

When a result is exported from the force gage to an external device, i.e.,
a computer, the UNITS may be sent with the measured value. The default
is NO. If you want UNITS to be sent, change to YES.

Press
Press
Press
Press
Press
Press

Move down to COMMS

q

Move down to XMIT UNITS

q

Select ENABLE if needed or,

u

Select DISABLE if not needed

u

Move out of XMIT UNITS

t

Move out of COMMS

t

Settings

Comms

Data Channe
RS-232
Xmit Comp -

Xmit Units

115200

SB

On
On

Settings

Xmit Comp -

Xmit TOL

Comms

Xmit Comp -

On

Off
None

On

Xmit TOL

Settings

Comms

Xmit Units

On

Off

Transmit Units Setup

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5.6.1.5 TRANSMIT TOLERANCES

When a result is exported from the force gage to an external device, i.e.,
a computer, the values for LIMIT 1 and LIMIT 2 may also sent with the
measured value.

Press
Press
Press
Press
Press
Press

Move down to COMMS

q

Move down to XMIT TOLS

q

Select ENABLE if needed or,

u

Select DISABLE if not needed

u

Move out of XMIT TOLS

t

Move out of COMMS

t

Settings

Comms

Data Channe
RS-232
Xmit Comp ­Xmit Units

Xmit TOL

115200

SB

On
On
On

5.6.2 DISPLAY

The force gage features a high-resolution 320 x 240 OLED color display.
Use the SETUP MENU to configure the following display features.

• Auto Off

• Backlight Intensity

• Display Orientation (Flip)

• Radix

Settings

Comms

Display

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Display Setup Menu

English

Off

Settings

Comms

Xmit TOL

On

Off

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5.6.2.1 USING AUTO OFF

You may configure the force gage to automatically power OFF after an
elapsed, specified time duration where the following conditions occur:

• there was no load applied to the load cell sensor

• there was no keypress applied to the keypad
The default is 5 Minutes.

Press
Press
Press
Press
Press

Move down to DISPLAY

q

Move down to AUTO OFF

q

Select Time Duration needed

u

Move out of AUTO OFF

t

Move out of DISPLAY

t

Settings

Display

Auto Off 5 Min

Backlight
Flip Display

40%

Normal

5.6.2.2 ADJUSTING BACKLIGHT

The force gage features and adjustable backlight. This is useful to
counter issues with low or high ambient light conditions.

The force gage default is 20%. This means the backlight is displayed at
20% of its full intensity/brightness.

NOTE

Battery life is affected by the backlight setting. More power is consumed with a higher
backlight setting. At 20% backlight, and normal use, the force gage can provide over 30
hours of use.

Press
Press
Press
Press
Press

Move down to DISPLAY

q

Move down to BACKLIGHT

q

Select Backlight intensity needed

u

Move out of BACKLIGHT

t

Move out of DISPLAY

t

Settings

Display

Auto Off 60 Min

Backlight

Flip Display

40%

Normal

Radix

Settings

Display

Auto Off

5 Min
15 Min
30 Min

60 Min

Display Automatic Power Off Setup

Period

Radix

Settings

Display

Backlight

20%

40%

60%
80%

Settings

Display

Backlight

40%
60%
80%

Period

100%

Display Backlight Adjustment

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5.6.2.3 USING FLIP FEATURE

The load cell stem extends through the top housing of the force gage.
When using an FMM Digital Force Tester, it may be necessary to turn the
gage upside down for compression load applications. The "Flip" feature
lets you orient the display so it always reads "right-side up".

NOTE

The Softkeys automatically map to the display target regardless of whether the force gage
is in Normal or Flip view mode.

Press
Press
Press
Press
Press

Move down to DISPLAY

q

Move down to FLIP

q

Select Yes to invert the display

u

Move out of FLIP

t

Move out of DISPLAY

t

Settings

Display

Auto Off 60 Min
Backlight

Flip Display

Radix

40%

Normal

Period

5.6.2.4 RADIX SETUP

The force gage can use either a period or comma for radix.

Press
Press
Press
Press
Press
Press

Move down to DISPLAY

q

Move down to RADIX

q

Select PERIOD or

u

Select COMMA

q

Move out of RADIX

t

Move out of DISPLAY

t

Settings

Display

Auto Off 60 Min
Backlight
Flip Display

Radix

40%

Normal

Period

Flip Display Setup

Settings

Display

Flip Display

Flip

Normal

Normal Display Setup

Settings

Display

Flip Display

Flip

Normal

Settings

Display

Radix

Period

Comma

Settings

Display

Radix

Period

Comma

Flip Display Setup

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5.6.3 USING FILTER

Filtering can be used to compensate for noisy test measurements and
to help dampen or smooth a reading and results. The DFG features an
internal sampling rate of 10kHz, ideal for capturing peak loads on brittle
materials. Since most tests do not require this sample frequency, you may
use filters for the displayed information or for measuring maximum loads.

NOTE

High sampling should only be used for short test durations on brittle materials. Sampling
at 100Hz is sufficient for most force measurement applications.

Settings

Comms
Display

Filters

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Password
Language

English

Off

Filters

5.6.4 ABOUT

The About section is a view only that shows basic gage information:

• Model Number

• Gage Capacity

• Serial Number

• Firmware Revision

• Overload Count

Settings

Comms
Display
Filters

About

Password
Language

500 N | 100 lb

S/N
Firmware
Battery %
Overloads

1000.0

Off

English

12345678

00.02.07

0

Settings

About

About

Set Defaults

Settings

About

About

Set Defaults

Filters Setup Menu

Hz

Filters

Hz

1000

1

About Display

The About display may also be used to set the Factory Defaults for your
force gage.

Force Gage Default Settings

Setting Default

Mode Real Time
Units N (Newtons)
Memory 0
Tolerance Off
Softkey 1 Units
Softkey 2 Mode
Data Channel RS-232
RS-232 115,200
Xmit Comp - Yes
Xmit Units Off
Xmit TOL Off
Auto Off 5 Minutes
Backlight 40%
Flip Display Normal
Radix Period
Password Off
Language English

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5.6.5 USING A PASSCODE

A Password may be used to restrict unauthorized access to the DFG
setup menu.

Your Starrett representative will provide you with your Passcode.

If a Password is enabled, the user is required to enter the Passcode. Only
users with the Pass Code can access the force gage menu and options.

Press
Press
Press
Press

NOTE

The passcode is not configurable. The passcode is assigned to you by your
Starrett representative.

Move down to PASSWORD

q

Select Pass Code

u

to create a Pass Code number

qp

Move out of PASSWORD

t

Settings

Comms
Display
Filters

1000.0

When the Password = ON, the force gage menu cannot be accessed.
Changes to the gage cannot be made until the Passcode number is
entered. The gage will display "Settings Locked".

Settings Locked

Once the Passcode number is entered, the user must go immediately to
the Password menu and change the Password setting to OFF.

About

Password

Language

Settings

Password

On

Off

Enter Password

Off

English

0

Passcode Entry

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5.6.6 SELECTING DISPLAY LANGUAGE

The force gage will display terms in the following languages. To select
the desired display language, go to SETUP MENU>LANGUAGES. Select
the language from the list.

Press
Press
Press
Press

Move down to LANGUAGE

q

Select Display Language list

u

Select LANGUAGE needed

u

Move out of LANGUAGE

t

Settings

Comms
Display
Filters

1000.0
About
Password

Language

English

Off

6.0 DFG FORCE GAGE ACCESSORIES

Starrett can supply all types of testing fixtures, grips and accessories for
your force measurement systems and instruments. We can also design
and manufacture custom testing fixtures to your exact requirements.
Contact Starrett for assistance.

Included in this section are common accessories used with your force gage.

ACCESSORY KITS

Each force gage is supplied with a complete accessory kit. The
accessory kit includes a hook, notch, chisel, flat, and point adapter. A
6-inch extension rod is included. The adapter material and thread size
correspond to the force's gage rated capacity.

NOTE

Force gages with full scale capacities of 2 lbf (10N) and 5 lbf (20 N) have accessories
made of aluminium. All other capacities have accessories made of stainless steel.

Included with the force gage is a carrying case, USB cable, a User Guide
and Certificate of Calibration.

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STANDARD FORCE GAGE ACCESSORIES

ENGLISH

Accessories Order No. Material Thread

Carrying Case L1-FG-CASE - ­USB Cable L1-USB - ­Flat Adapter, Small MLX-FLAT-A Aluminum M6 x 1-6H
Flat Adapter, Small MLX-FLAT-S Stainless Steel M6 x 1-6H
Flat Adapter, Large MLX-FLAT-L Stainless Steel M10 x 1.5-6H
Point Adapter, Small MLX-POINT-A Aluminum M6 x 1-6H
Point Adapter, Small MLX-POINT-S Stainless Steel M6 x 1-6H
Point Adapter, Large MLX-POINT-L Stainless Steel M10 x 1.5-6H
V-notch Adapter, Small MLX-NOTCH-A Aluminum M6 x 1-6H

V-notch Adapter, Small MLX-NOTCH-S Stainless Steel M6 x 1-6H
V-notch Adapter, Large MLX-NOTCH-L Stainless Steel M10 x 1.5-6H
Chisel Adapter, Small MLX-CHISEL-A Aluminum M6 x 1-6H
Chisel Adapter, Small MLX-CHISEL-S Stainless Steel M6 x 1-6H
Chisel Adapter, Large MLX-CHISEL-L Stainless Steel M10 x 1.5-6H
Hook, Xtra Small MLX-HOOK-XS Aluminum M6 x 1-6H
Hook, Small MLX-HOOK-S Stainless Steel M6 x 1-6H
Hook, Medium MLX-HOOK-M Stainless Steel M6 x 1-6H
Hook, Large MLX-HOOK-L Stainless Steel M10 x 1.5-6H
6” Extension Rod, Small MLX-ROD-A6 Aluminum M6 x 1-6H
6” Extension Rod, Small MLX-ROD-S6 Stainless Steel M6 x 1-6H
6” Extension Rod, Large MLX-ROD-L6 Stainless Steel M10 x 1.5-6H

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DFG-5

DFG-10

DFG-20

DFG-50

DFG-100

DFG-200

DFG-500

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SPK-FG-S

SPK-FG-M

SPK-FG-L

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

Extension Rods Order Number Thread Size

Extension Rod, Aluminum, 1-inch MLX-ROD-A1 M6 x 1-6H

Extension Rod, Stainless Steel, 1-inch MLX-ROD-S1 M6 x 1-6H

Extension Rod, Aluminum, 2-inch MLX-ROD-A2 M6 x 1-6H

Extension Rod, Stainless Steel, 2-inch MLX-ROD-S2 M6 x 1-6H

Extension Rod, Stainless Steel, 2-inch MLX-ROD-L2 M10 x 1.5-6H

Clevis Accessories Order Number Thread Size

Clevis Adapter, Aluminum MLX-CLEVIS-FA-M6 M6

Clevis Adapter, Stainless Steel MLX-CLEVIS-FS-M6 M6

Clevis Adapter, Stainless Steel MLX-CLEVIS-FS-M10 M10

Locking Ring, Aluminum MLX-RING-A M20

Locking Ring, Stainless Steel MLX-RING-S M24

Grip Pin, Aluminum MLX-PIN-A -

Grip Pin, Stainless Steel MLX-PIN-S -

Spanner Wrench L1-SPANNER -

Cable, RS-232, 6 ft. (2m) L1-RS232 -

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ENGLISH

FEMALE-TO-MALE THREAD ADAPTERS

Order Number Length Thread A Thread B

MLX-25043 0.75 inch #10-32 UNF-2B M6 x 1-6g

MLX-25044 0.75 inch M6 x 1-6H #10-32 UNF-2A

MLX-25045 0.75 inch 1/4-28 UNF-2B M6 x 1-6g

MLX-25046 0.75 inch M6 x 1-6H 1/4-28 UNF-2A

MLX-25047 1.00 inch 5/16-18 UNC-2B M6 x 1-6g

MLX-25048 0.875 inch M6 x 1-6H 5/16-18 UNC-2A

MLX-25049 1.125 inch 5/16-18 UNC-2B M10 x 1.5-6g

MLX-25050 1.25 inch M10 x 1.5-6H 5/16-18 UNC-2A

MLX-25051 1.25 inch 1/2-20 UNF-2B M10 x 1.5-6g

MLX-25052 1.25 inch M10 x 1.5-6H 1/2-20 UNF-2A

Thread A

Thread B

MALE-TO-MALE THREAD ADAPTERS

Order Number Length Thread A Thread B

MLX-25053 0.75 inch M4 x 0.7-6g M6 x 1-6g

MLX-25054 0.875 inch M10 x 1.5-6g M6 x 1-6g

MLX-25055 0.75 inch #10-32 UNF-2A 1/4-28 UNF-2A

MLX-25056 0.875 inch #10-32 UNF-2A 5/16-18 UNC-2A

MLX-25057 0.875 inch 5/16-18 UNC-2A 1/4-28 UNF-2A

MLX-25058 0.875 inch 1/4-28 UNF-2A 1/2-20 UNF-2A

MLX-25059 1.00 inch 5/16-18 UNC-2A 1/2-20 UNF-2A

MLX-25060 0.75 inch #10-32 UNF-2A M6 x 1-6g

MLX-25061 0.75 inch 1/4-28 UNF-2A M6 x 1-6g

MLX-25062 1.00 inch 5/16-18 UNC-2A M10 x 1.5-6g

MLX-25063 1.00 inch 1/2-20 UNF-2A M10 x 1.5-6g

SET SCREWS

Order Number Length Thread A

MLX-50000545 1.00 inch #10-32 UNF-2A
MLX-50000546 1.00 inch 1/4-28 UNF-2A
MLX-50000547 1.00 inch 5/16-18 UNF-2A
MLX-50000548 1.00 inch 1/2-20 UNF-2A
MLX-51000195 20mm M4 x 0.7-6g
MLX-51000187 25mm M6 x 1-6g
MLX-51000188 25mm M10 x 1.5-6g
MLX-51000196 25mm M12 x 1.75-6g

THREAD COUPLERS

Order Number Length Thread A Thread B

MLX-25037 0.75 inch #10-32 UNF-2B 1/4-28 UNF-2B
MLX-25038 0.75 inch #10-32 UNF-2B M6 x 1-6H
MLX-25039 1.00 inch 5/16-18 UNF-2B M6 x 1-6H
MLX-25040 0.75 inch 1/4-28 UNF-2B M6 x 1-6H
MLX-25041 1.25 inch 5/16-18 UNF-2B M10 x 1.5-6H
MLX-25042 1.25 inch 1/2-20 UNF-2B M10 x 1.5-6H
MLX-25064 0.75 inch M6 x 1-6H M6 x 1-6H
MLX-25065 1.25 inch M10 x 1.5-6H M10 x 1.5-6H
MLX-25066 0.75 inch #10-32 UNF-2B #10-32 UNF-2B
MLX-25067 0.75 inch 1/4-28 UNF-2B 1/4-28 UNF-2B
MLX-25068 1.00 inch 5/16-18 UNC-2B 5/16-18 UNC-2B
MLX-25069 1.25 inch 1/2-20 UNF-2B 1/2-20 UNF-2B

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7.0 CABLE PINOUT

Pin Number (Male) Wire Color Signal Name Pin Number (Female)

1 Black OUT_0 NC
2 Brown TX_OUT 2
3 Red RX_IN 3
4 Orange External voltage In (5-24V) NC
5 Yellow GND 5
6 Green IN_1 NC
7 Blue VCC(+5V) 125ma NC
8 Violet OUT_1 NC
9 Grey VCC_IN NC

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L1-RS232 Cable

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