There are several basic questions that must be answered when identifying the best AMTI force sensor for your application.
1. What forces and moments will be applied to the sensor?
The sensor you select must be appropriate for all loads and moments that will be applied to it, even those that will not be measured. If you would like assistance calculating the forces and moments (Mx, My, and Mz) that pertain to your application, please fill out the Application Questionnaire.
2. What are the size limitations for the sensor?
AMTI's standard sensors range in length from 2.5 cm to almost 2 meters. Custom-sized force sensors are also available to meet the dimensional requirements imposed by highly specialized applications.
3. Is there a specific shape that is required to fit your application?
AMTI manufactures cylindrical, square and rectangular sensors, as well as sensors with specialized attachment points and configurations (such as a flanged base for t-slot mounting in machinery).
4. Are there any special conditions that the sensor must meet?
Many of AMTI's standard sensors are engineered to operate in special conditions, such as underwater, outdoors, or in a vacuum. Standard sensors can also be customized to fit highly specific applications.