sauter FC User manual

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Sauter GmbH
Ziegelei 1
D-72336 Balingen
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Internet: www.sauter.eu
Instruction manual digital force
gauge
SAUTER FC
Version 2.0
01/2020
GB
PROFESSIONAL MEASURING

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SAUTER FC
V. 2.0 04/2020
Instruction manual digital force gauge
Congratulations on the purchase of a digital force measuring device with internal
measuring cell from SAUTER. We hope you will enjoy your quality measuring device
with a wide range of functions. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any
questions, requests or suggestions.
Table of contents:
1Introduction.................................................................................................... 3
2Scope of delivery........................................................................................... 3
3Technical data................................................................................................ 4
3.1 Technical data FC with internal loadcell up to 1kN .............................................................. 4
4Display indication.......................................................................................... 5
5Control buttons.............................................................................................. 6
6Menu items..................................................................................................... 7
6.1 Language................................................................................................................................... 7
6.2 Display modes .......................................................................................................................... 7
6.3 Storing measured values......................................................................................................... 7
6.4 Delete all records...................................................................................................................... 7
6.5 Browse Menu............................................................................................................................ 8
6.6 Print............................................................................................................................................ 9
6.7 System settings........................................................................................................................ 9
6.8 USB/Loading........................................................................................................................... 10
6.9 Multifunctional port................................................................................................................ 10
7Warnings ...................................................................................................... 12
8Adjustment FC ............................................................................................. 14
9Technical drawings...................................................................................... 15

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1 Introduction
Please read these operating instructions carefully before commissioning, even if you
already have experience with SAUTER measuring instruments.
After receipt of the force gauge, it should be checked in advance that no transport
damage has occurred, that the outer packaging, the plastic housing, other parts or
even the gauge itself have not been damaged. If any damage is evident, please
notify SAUTER GmbH immediately.
The FC can measure tensile and compressive forces very accurately and it is easy to
operate. It can be held in the hand for measurements or mounted on a suitable test
stand.
SAUTER offers optional software and accessories to make the measuring instrument
more versatile in use. Please ask SAUTER or the SAUTER supplier or visit our
website www.sauter.eu.
2 Scope of delivery
•SAUTER FC, incl. internal battery
•Transport case
•Battery charger
•5 pieces M3 x 8 screws for mounting on SAUTER test benches
•Standard attachments standard M6, as shown
extension bar: 90mm

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3 Technical data
3.1 Technical data FC with internal loadcell up to 1kN
Measuring
device
FC 10
FC 50
FC 100
FC 500
FC 1K
Capacity
10N
50N
100N
500N
1000N
Measurement
uncertainty
±0.3% of Max (measuring range)
Work
temperature
15°C to 35°C
Relative air
humidity
15% to 80% Humidity
Weight
(without
accessories)
Approx. 500g
Dimensions
Display unit
(LxWxH)
140x71x36mm
Thread
M6

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4 Display indication
Position
Description
1
Measuring mode: Track mode; Peak mode; Preset mode
2
Battery symbol: shows the current charge status; flashes when the
battery needs to be recharged
3
Default value status:
: the value is between the lower and upper limit and is OK
: the value is between the lower limit value and the value of 75% of
the lower limit value, i.e. the value falls below the lower limit value
: the value exceeds the upper limit value
4
Measuring units: the selected unit is displayed (N, kgf, ozf or lbf optional)
5
System Clock
6
Data transmission symbol
7
Data memory icon
8
Analogue load bar display
9
Current measured value
10
Direction of force (tension ( ) Pressure ( )

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5 Control buttons
SAVE/ESC:
•Saving the measured value
•By pressing the SAVE/ESC button in the menu, you can return to the previous
page
ZERO (zeroing):
•Zeroing the display
•Arrow 'up' in the menu
ENTER:
•Opening the menu
•Confirm the selection in the menu
Mode (mode change):
•Selecting the measuring mode
•Arrow key 'down' in the menu
ON / OFF:
•On / Off button (press button for approx. 1 s)

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6 Menu items
6.1 Language
The display of theforce gauge has several menu language versions. Select the desired
language setting.
6.2 Display modes
The force gauge has two display modes: force transducer oriented display and reverse
display. Select the desired display mode as required.
6.3 Storing measured values
The force gauge is equipped with the function for storing measured values. The stored
data can be searched or printed out.
During the measurement, press the key to save the respective value. The display
will show the data storage symbol ( ).
The stored data is displayed. In Track mode and Preset mode, the current force value
is measured, and in Peak mode, the maximum value.
6.4 Delete all records
To empty the memory, all data can be deleted at once. The display then shows a dialog
box with a corresponding security prompt.
Individual data can be deleted from the 'Browse' menu.

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6.5 Browse Menu
With the menu 'Browse' you can browse the memory contents of the save order.
The keys or are used to navigate between the data records .
At the top of the list the last saved record is displayed.
After pressing the button, a small selection window appears on the display. In this
window you can choose between the 'Delete' or 'Print' option
If the 'Delete' option is selected, a dialog box with a corresponding security prompt is
displayed.
To exit the menu, press the key.
If the percentage drop is between 5% - 10%, please contact the supplier to have the
loadcell replaced. These values are given as a guide only. The actual need for
calibration/replacement of the loadcell varies with its individual characteristics.

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6.6 Print
With the mini-printer the stored data can be printed out.
To do this, select the menu 'Print' and then the function 'Selected' or 'All'.
If the 'Selected' option is selected, the pressure range must be determined. If you
choose the 'All' option, a dialog box appears with a confirmation prompt
6.7 System settings
In the 'System' menu, settings for the display, automatic switch-off function, backlight,
key tone, etc. can be selected.
→
→
Fig 3-8

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6.8 USB/Loading
Via this port, USB2.0 can be used to connect the force gauge to a PC computer for
data processing.
The Ni-MH battery can also be charged via this connection. To do this, connect the
mains adapter.
6.9 Multifunctional port
The PIN assignment is shown in the table.
Pin
Description
1
TX (RS232)
2
RX (RS232)
3
GND (RS232)
4
Default value output B
5
6
Default value output C (general)
7
Default value output A
8
6.9.1 RS-232
The RS232 interface is only used to connect a mini-printer to print out the data
received.
RS-232 specification:
- Hardware flow control: none
- Word length: 8 bits
- Stop bit: 1 bit
- Parity: none
- Data transmission rate: 38400
Fig 4-1

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6.9.2 Default value outputs
Two preset value outputs form an open collector in the NPN version.
The circuit diagram below shows the inner default value circuit:
Pins 6 and 7 are switched on after the overload alarm is triggered.
In setting mode, pins 6 and 7 are switched on after the upper limit value has been
exceeded, and pins 4 to 6 - after the lower limit value has been fallen below.
Max. permissible voltage: for pins 7 to 6 and 4 to 6 the voltage must be below
35V, and for pins 6 to 7, pins 6 to 4 below 6V!

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7 Warnings
Incorrectly performed force measurements can lead to serious injury to persons and
damage to objects and must therefore only be performed by trained and experienced
personnel.
In particular, it must be avoided that forces act on the purchased measuring
instrument which exceed the maximum load (Max) of the instrument or which do not
act axially via the external and internal load cell; or if high impulse forces act on the
measuring instrument.
Avoid twisting the loadcell, otherwise it could be damaged and the measuring
accuracy will decrease in any case.
Inappropriate use
Do not use the measuring instrument for medical weighing.
If small quantities of the material to be measured are removed or added, incorrect
measurement results may be displayed due to the "stability compensation" in the
measuring instrument! (Example: Slow flow of liquids out of a container suspended
from the measuring cell).
Do not apply a continuous load to measuring instruments with external measuring
cell.
Overloads
Please prevent the measuring instrument from being overloaded beyond the
specified maximum load (Max), minus any tare load that may already be present.
This can damage the measuring instrument (danger of breakage!)

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Attention:
•Make sure that never let people or objects
are under the load, as this could injure
or could be damaged!
•The measuring instrument is not suitable for weighing people, do not use it as an
infant measuring instrument!
•The measuring device does not comply with the German Medical Devices Act
(MPG).
•Never operate the measuring instrument in rooms where there is a risk of
explosion. The standard version is not explosion-proof.
•The design of the measuring instrument must not be changed. This can lead to
incorrect measurement results, safety-related defects and the destruction of the
measuring device.
•The measuring instrument may only be operated or maintained by trained
personnel.
•The measuring instrument may only be used in accordance with the described
specifications.
•SAUTER must give written approval for any other areas of use / applications.
Warranty
The warranty is void if
•Non-compliance with our guidelines of the operating instructions
•Use outside the described field of application
•Modifying or opening the device
•mechanical damage and damage caused by agents such as liquids or liquids
have been caused
•improper assembly or electrical installation
•Overloading the measuring cell
Test equipment monitoring
As part of quality assurance, the metrological characteristics of the measuring
instrument and any test weight that may be present must be checked at regular
intervals. The user responsible must define a suitable interval for this purpose as well
as the type and scope of this inspection.
Information on the monitoring of measuring instruments and the necessary test
weights is available on the SAUTER homepage (www.sauter.eu). The weights and
measuring instruments can be checked and adjusted quickly and at favourable prices
in KERN's accredited DAkkS laboratory (traceability to the national standard).
Note:
To view the CE declaration, please click on the following link:
https://www.kern-sohn.com/shop/de/DOWNLOADS/

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8 Adjustment FC
After a certain period of use, the force gauge may show deviations in a measuring
range which are due to the functioning of the device or other external influences.
In such a case, the device can be sent to our customer service for expert testing and
recalibration.
However, if you have standard force gauges and a measuring stand, you can perform
the calibration yourself according to the instructions below:
1. Fasten the force gauge to the measuring stand or to another holder
2. Zero the tare value by pressing the key.
3. Call up the calibration menu.
4. Load with test weight. The current measured value now equals the test weight
load. Wait until the measured value stabilizes before reading the measured
value.
5. Use the and keys to enter the test weight.
6. Press the key to initiatea new calibration procedure. The calibration process
can be interrupted by pressing the key.
If the calibration procedure is completed or interrupted three times, a message
window appears with the request to confirm the displayed message "Save and
Exit" (YES) or (NO).
Press the or key to select the desired option, then press the key .
If the "YES" option is selected, the display shows "Calibration complete!
❶Kalibrierungsdauer
❷Aktueller Measured value
❸Standardwert, entered

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9 Technical drawings
4-M3x8