Chatillon Force Gages

Whether you are testing components or finished items, we have the solution to suit you. Typical tests involving our products include tensile strength (pull), compression (push), bend, tear, peel, snap on and off, friction, peel and more.

Designed for either hand-held use or test stand mounting, these quality gauges can be efficiently controlled by a peripheral computer.

LG Series Low Capacity Mechanical Force Gauge (up to 100 lbf/500N) (View Details) The CHATILLON® LG Series mechanical force gauge is ideal for a wide range of force testing applications. Based on our popular DPP Series force gauge, the LG Series features a larger, 2.25-inch dial for improved resolution and readability, peak hold button, ergonomic shape and improved accuracy of ±0.5% of full scale. The LG gauge is an excellent, economical solution for tensile or compression testing. The durable, plastic housing fits naturally in the hand for a comfortable and firm grip even at maximum loads. Gauges may be mounted to a test stand for even greater control and consistent results in repetitive testing applications. Easy to read concentric dial measures clockwise only. Dial rotates 360-degrees for taring. A peak hold button captures peak readings and can be easily and quickly returned to zero. A mechanical overload feature protects the gauge from damage. Available in lbf, kgf or N units of measure. LG Series gauges come complete with protective carrying case and a set of stainless steel attachments. Calibration data is provided with a complete Calibration Certificate.
DG Series High Capacity Mechanical Gauge (up to 500 lbf/2.5 kN) (View Details) The Chatillon® DG Series mechanical gauge is ideal for a wide range of testing applications up to 500 lbf (2.5 kN). Based on our popular DPPH Series gauge, the DG Series features improved resolution and readability, peak hold button, ergonomic shape and improved accuracy of +0.5% of full scale. The DG gauge is an excellent, economical solution for tensile or compression testing, and is ideally suited for MT Series test stand applications. The DG Series features an easy to read concentric dial which measures clockwise only. Dial rotates 360-degrees for taring. A peak hold button captures peak readings and can be easily and quickly returned to zero. A mechanical overload feature protects the gauge from damage. Available in lbf, kgf or N units of measure. DG Series gauges come complete with protective carrying case and a set of stainless steel attachments. Calibration data is provided with a complete Calibration Certificate.
DFM Series Digital Force Gage (up to 100 lbf/500 N) (View Details) The DFM Series is an economical answer for a wide assortment of material testing applications. These hand-held gauges are easy to use and ideal for compression or tensile tests with a maximum capacity of 100 lbf (50 kg, 500N). Four models are available, each with selectable engineering units in lbf, kg or N. Four push buttons allow the user to easily select peak value, reset zero, tare and engineering units. A large 0.5-inch LCD indicates current or peak measurement result, gauge setting and battery status. The DFM Series has an internal sampling rate of 1000 samples per second and accuracy of ±0.5% of full scale. The DFM Series comes with a carrying case, stainless steel attachments and battery charger.
DFIS Series Digital Force Gage (up to 500 lbf/2.5 kN) (View Details) The DFIS Series is extremely easy to setup, operate and maintain. Using a simple four push button membrane keypad, users can quickly access peak values, reset zero, tare and select engineering units in lbf, kg or N. A large, easy-to-read LCD display displays current values, peak values, gauge settings and battery status. The DFIS samples at 1000Hz and includes a bi-directional RS232 serial data output and a modified BCD Mitutoyo output. The RS232 allows you to interface your gauge to a motorized test stand operating with our NEXYGENT automation software for a complete, economical testing system. Each DFIS gauge comes with a carrying case, battery charger, removable loadcell shaft and a set of stainless steel attachments- flat, hook, cone, chisel, v-notch and extension rod.
DFT Series Digital Force Gage (up to 500 lbf/2.5 kN) (View Details) The DFT Series are equipped with sophisticated force measurement capabilities including programmable test parameters and the ability to store up to 100 test readings in memory. The gauge features an easy-to-use and logical display hierarchy to guide users through operations. Dedicated function keys and intelligent display prompts also simplify gauge operation without compromising performance or functionality. The DFT gauge has a 1000 Hz sampling rate making it ideal for capturing peak readings.Using the integral RS232 serial communications, users can download data directly into popular office software including WORD®, EXCEL® and ACCESS® for custom reporting. A large, easy-to-read LCD display with adjustable contrast minimizes poor light conditions.
DFGS Series Digital Force Gage with Intergral Loadcell (up to 100 lbf/500 N) (View Details) The DFGS Series features an integral loadcell with force measurement accuracy of ±0.15% of full scale ±LSC (Least Significant Character). All models feature RS232 serial data communications and an internal sampling rate of 5000 Hz. Other features include programmable high and low setpoints, pushbutton calibration and an analog output for graphing the force curve. All gauges feature user-selectable force units (oz, lbf, g, kg, N). A large, easy-to-read LCD display indicates current and peak values, gauge settings and gauge status. A selectable auto shutoff feature helps to preserve battery life. Gauges come with accessories, battery charger and carrying case. This gauge is also available with a dedicated remote loadcell (DFGS-R) or an interchangeable remote loadcell (DFGS-R-ND).
DFGS-R Series Digital Force Gage with Dedicated Remote Loadcell (up to 1000 lbf/5 kN) (View Details) The DFGS-R Series features a dedicated remote loadcell with force measurement accuracy of +0.15% of full scale +LSC (Least Significant Character). All models feature RS232 serial data communications and an internal sampling rate of 5000 Hz. Other features include programmable high and low setpoints, pushbutton calibration and an analog output for graphing the force curve. All gauges feature user-selectable force units (oz, lbs, g, kg, N). A large, easy-to-read LCD display indicates current and peak values, gauge settings and gauge status. A selectable auto shutoff feature helps to preserve battery life. Gauges come with accessories, battery charger and carrying case. This gauge is also available with an integral loadcell (DFGS) or an interchangeable remote loadcell (DFGS-R-ND).
DFGS-R-ND Series Digital Force Gauge with Non-Dedicated Remote Loadcell (up to 10,000 lbf/50 kN) (View Details) The DFGS-R-ND Series comes without a loadcell. Instead, you can specify one or many different REMOTE Series loadcells to use with the gauge. These loadcells simply "plug-in" to the gauge body. This allows the user to have a common gauge with a range of capacities from 2 lbf (9 N) up to 10,000 lbf (50 kN) without the need to have a number of dedicated force gauge. When combined with a REMOTE Series loadcell, the force measurement accuracy is +0.3% of full scale +LSC (Least Significant Character). All models feature RS232 serial data communications and an internal sampling rate of 5000 Hz. Other features include programmable high and low setpoints, pushbutton calibration and an analog output for graphing the force curve. All gauges feature user-selectable force units (oz, lbs, g, kg, N). A large, easy-to-read LCD display indicates current and peak values, gauge settings and gauge status. A selectable auto shutoff feature helps to preserve battery life. Gauges come with accessories, battery charger and carrying case. This gauge is also available with an integral loadcell (DFGS) or a dedicated remote loadcell (DFGS-R).
DFA Digital Force Gauge (up to 500 lbf/2.5 kN) (View Details) The DFA Series features an integral loadcell with force measurement accuracy of ±0.15% of full scale ±LSC (Least Significant Count). All models feature RS232 serial data communications and an internal sampling rate of 10,000 Hz. The DFA Series is ideal for critical applications where capturing precise peak readings are required. Other features include the ability to store as many as 1000 test readings in as many as 99 batches. The gauge also features programmable high and low setpoints, push button calibration and an analog output for graphing the force curve. All gauges feature user-selectable force units (oz, lbf, g, kg, N). A large, easy-to-read LCD display indicates current and peak values, gauge settings and gauge status. A selectable auto shutoff feature helps to preserve battery life. Gauges come with accessories, battery charger and carrying case. This gauge is also available with a dedicated remote loadcell (DFA-R) or an interchangeable remote loadcell (DFA-R-ND).
DFA-R Series (up to 1,000 lbf/5 kN) (View Details) Digital Force Gauge with Dedicated Remote Loadcell. The DFA-R Series features a dedicated remote loadcell with force measurement accuracy of +0.15% of full scale +LSC (Least Significant Count). All models feature RS232 serial data communications and an internal sampling rate of 10,000 Hz. The DFA Series is ideal for critical applications where capturing precise peak readings are required. Other features include the ability to store as many as 1000 test readings in as many as 99 batches. The gauge also features programmable high and low setpoints, pushbutton calibration and an analog output for graphing the force curve. All gauges feature user-selectable force units (oz, lbs, g, kg, N). A large, easy-to-read LCD display indicates current and peak values, gauge settings and gauge status. A selectable auto shutoff feature helps to preserve battery life. Gauges have an accuracy of +0.15% of full scale + LSC. Gauges come with accessories, battery charger and carrying case. This gauge is also available with an integral loadcell (DFA) or an interchangeable remote loadcell (DFA-R-ND). Gage Accuracy is +/- .15% of Full Scale.
DFA-R-ND Series Digital Force Gauge with Non-Dedicated Remote Loadcell (up to 10,000 lbf/50 kN) (View Details) The DFA-R-ND Series comes without a loadcell. Instead, you can specify one or many different REMOTE Series loadcells to use with the gauge. These loadcells simply "plug-in" to the gauge body. This allows the user to have a common gauge with a range of capacities from 2 lbf (9 N) up to 10,000 lbf (50 kN) without the need to have a number of dedicated force gauge. When combined with a REMOTE Series loadcell, the force measurement accuracy is +0.3% of full scale +LSC (Least Significant Character). All models feature RS232 serial data communications and an internal sampling rate of 10,000 Hz. The DFA Series is ideal for critical applications where capturing precise peak readings are required. Other features include the ability to store as many as 1000 test readings in as many as 99 batches. The gauge also features programmable high and low setpoints, pushbutton calibration and an analog output for graphing the force curve. All gauges feature user-selectable force units (oz, lbs, g, kg, N). A large, easy-to-read LCD display indicates current and peak values, gauge settings and gauge status. A selectable auto shutoff feature helps to preserve battery life. Gauges have an accuracy of +0.15% of full scale + LSC. Gauges come with accessories, battery charger and carrying case. This gauge is also available with an integral loadcell (DFA) or a dedicated remote loadcell (DFA-R).
DTG Series Digital Torque Gauge (View Details) The DTG Series digital torque gauge features a remote sensor combined with a rapid 4500 Hz sampling rate for precision torque measurement. Ideal for a wide variety of torque measurement applications from measuring packaging cap removal to wrench calibration. Their rugged, all-metal construction, lightweight design and rechargeable battery make them ideal for on-site production environments or the lab. Gauges have bi-directional RS232 serial data communications that allows full data transmission or peripheral control of gauge functions. Automatically captures initial peak and maximum torque for either direction. An analog output is provided for plotting curves. Users can select the required units of measurement in lbs-in, N-cm, N-m, or oz-in. Gauges come with battery charger, chuck key, 1/4 in (6 mm) hex blade, two square drives and carrying case. Accuracy is ±0.5% of Full Scale.