Precision Stress Analysis Strain Gages for Engineers in Experimental Mechanics
At Micro-Measurements, we specialize in providing high-performance strain gages (gauges) designed specifically for experimental stress analysis and failure analysis. As an engineer, you face the challenge of ensuring your designs can withstand real-world forces, and precision is paramount. Whether you are conducting experimental mechanics research or testing structural integrity under variable loads, our strain gages provide the accuracy, reliability, and flexibility you need to deliver accurate results and avoid costly design failures.
Core Features of Micro-Measurements' Strain Gages:
- Precision Measurement: Our strain gages offer industry-leading accuracy for stress and strain analysis, ensuring dependable data for experimental studies.
- Durability and Reliability: MM strain gages are engineered to withstand extreme conditions, including extreme temperatures, humidity, and mechanical stresses, without compromising performance.
- Versatile Applications: Designed for use across a range of materials, from metals to composites, making them suitable for various strain measurement applications.
- Design Compatibility: Our strain gages are compatible with most data acquisition systems, enabling seamless integration into your workflow.
- Custom Solutions Available: We offer tailored solutions to meet the specific requirements of complex or unique stress analysis challenges.
Targeted Solutions for Industry-Specific Applications
In the aerospace industry, ensuring the structural integrity of critical components is essential. Our strain gages are regularly used to monitor stress and fatigue in aircraft wings and fuselages during testing, ensuring safety and compliance with stringent industry standards. Similarly, automotive engineers rely on our strain gages for real-time data during crash tests and performance assessments, providing the precision necessary for designing safer, more durable vehicles.
In civil engineering, from bridges to high-rise buildings, structural engineers utilize our strain gages to analyze load-bearing capacities, monitor stress points, and ensure the longevity of infrastructure projects. In the energy sector, particularly in the oil and gas industry, our strain gages are indispensable for failure analysis and predicting material fatigue, helping to prevent costly operational downtimes caused by extreme environmental stresses.
For Our Full Range of Stress Analysis Strain Gages Patterns
LINEAR PATTERNS
Micro-Measurements’ Linear Pattern Strain Gages are specially designed for measuring strain in a single direction. They are available in both single and parallel dual grid patterns and in lengths ranging from 0.0008” (.20 mm) to 4.000” (101.6 mm).
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SHEAR/TORQUE ROSETTES
Micro-Measurements' Shear/Torque Rossette Strain Gages are uniquely designed for measuring shear strain and torque. They are available in both single and multiple grid patterns and in lengths ranging from 0.062” (1.57 mm) to 0.250” (6.35 mm).
RECTANGULAR ROSETTES
Micro-Measurements' 3 Element Rosette Strain Gages are specifically designed for determining principle stresses and strains. All patterns have three grids, oriented at 0°, 45°, and 90° angles. They are available in both stacked and planar constructions and in lengths ranging from: 0.031" (0.79 mm) to 0.250" (6.35 mm).
TEE ROSETTES
Micro-Measurements Tee Rosette Strain Gages are especially designed for measuring orthogonal strains. All patterns have two grids oriented at 0° and 90° angles. They are available in both stacked and planar construction and in lengths ranging from 0.050” (1.27 mm) to 0.250” (6.35 mm).
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