Analog Force Gauges | Field testing, basic quality control | 0–1000N range (ISO 7500-1 compliant), manual dial with ±5% accuracy | No power dependency, rugged design (IP54 rated) | Limited resolution (1N increments), no data logging, prone to parallax error (▲1) |
Digital Force Gauges | Lab testing, precision manufacturing | 0–2000N range (ISO 7500-1 Class 1), 0.1N resolution, USB/Bluetooth (ISO 7816) | High precision (±0.5% FS), real-time data logging (▲2), customizable units | Requires batteries (4×AAA), higher cost (▲2), vulnerable to electromagnetic interference |
Mechanical Force Gauges | Educational demos, low-force testing | 0–500N range, spring-based mechanism, analog dial (ASTM E4 standard) | Cost-effective (▲-1), lightweight (200g), no calibration needed for basic use | Accuracy drifts over time (▲-2), no overload protection, manual reading required |
Hydraulic Force Gauges | Heavy industrial testing, high-load labs | 0–5000N hydraulic pressure system, peak-hold function (EN 10028 certified) | Immune to power outages (▲3), withstands extreme temperatures (-20°C to 60°C) | Bulky design (1.2kg), requires fluid maintenance (▲-1), slower response time (▲-2) |
Tension/Compression Gauges | Automotive assembly, material stress tests | Dual-axis force measurement (±2000N), auto-calibration (NIST traceable) | Versatile for multi-directional testing (▲2), IP65 dust/water resistance | Complex setup (▲-1), higher price point (▲2), heavier (450g) for handheld use |
NANBEI 2000N Advanced | Industrial calibration, safety compliance | 2000N peak load (ISO 7500-1 Class 1), 0.1N resolution, rechargeable battery | Highest capacity in tier, auto-zero (▲3), 50-hour battery life (▲2) | Requires training for advanced features (▲-1), premium pricing (▲2) |