SlimLine Force Sensor, Type 9173B to 9177B
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Content
1. Introduction ................................................................................................................................... 4
2. Important Notes............................................................................................................................. 5
2.1 For Your Safety .................................................................................................................... 5
2.2 Unpacking............................................................................................................................ 6
2.3 Notes on Handling the Sensor .............................................................................................. 6
2.4 Hints on the Use of this Instruction Manual ......................................................................... 6
3. General Description ....................................................................................................................... 7
3.1 Applications.......................................................................................................................... 8
3.2 Design and Principle of Operation........................................................................................ 9
4. Mounting, Installation and Commissioning................................................................................. 11
4.1 Important Notes.................................................................................................................11
4.2 Mounting Quartz Force Link .............................................................................................. 11
4.3 Adaptation Options............................................................................................................ 13
4.4 Basic Circuit and Cabling of Measuring Chain .................................................................... 14
4.4.1 Notes on Cabling of Measuring Chain................................................................... 14
4.4.2 Cable Routing ....................................................................................................... 16
5. Operation..................................................................................................................................... 17
5.1 Charge Amplifier Setup ...................................................................................................... 17
5.2 Polarity of Measurement Signal.......................................................................................... 17
5.3 Measurement Signal Resolution ......................................................................................... 17
5.4 Quasistatic Measurements ................................................................................................. 18
5.5 Effect of Temperature ........................................................................................................ 19
5.6 Tips for Good Measurement............................................................................................... 19
6. Calibration and Maintenance....................................................................................................... 20
6.1 In-Situ Calibration of Force Sensors.................................................................................... 20
6.1.1 Working Point Calibration by Peak Value Comparison .......................................... 20
6.1.1.1 Test System Requirements ..................................................................... 21
6.1.1.2 Reference Sensor Installation ................................................................. 21
6.1.1.3 Load Application .................................................................................... 22
6.1.1.4 Calibration Process Worksheet............................................................... 23
6.2 Kistler Calibration Service ................................................................................................... 26
6.3 Maintenance and Service ................................................................................................... 26
7. Troubleshooting........................................................................................................................... 27
7.1 Diagnosis and Rectification of Faults .................................................................................. 27
7.2 Repairing SlimLine Force Sensor ......................................................................................... 28
8. Technical Data ............................................................................................................................. 29
8.1 SLS Force Sensor Type 9173B to 9177B ............................................................................. 29
8.2 Optional Accessories .......................................................................................................... 30
