Schmidt ZT Series User manual

Tension Meter
ZT Series
Model ZTS
ZTA
ZTS-DPU
ZTA-DPU
eZT
Edition ZT 02.E
Operating Instructions
Valid as of: 01.01.2022 - Firmware 5.0 or later • Please keep the manual for future reference!
S C H M I D T
c o n t r o l i n s t r u m e n t s

ZTA-500NZTA-500N ZTA-500N
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Cautions of storage
• Please avoid oil, dust, and heat and high humidity, and keep it in a cool place.
• Please keep it after use in an attached carrying case to prevent from force or
a shock applying to a measuring shaft.
• In case you remove the dirt of this unit, please do not use organic solvents,
such as thinner.
• Very small electrical current is consumed also at the time of a power OFF.
Please use it after charging, when it is not used for a long period of time.
Cautions of an accuracy warranty
• Although based on operating frequency or force range, measurement
accuracy deteriorates little by little. We recommend periodical calibration.
• The specification temperature range of this is 0 to 40 Celsius degrees. In
order to carry out more exact measurement, please use it by temperature
within the limits set to the inspection certificate.
• Please turn on the power 10 minutes before starting measurement in order to
stabilize the indication of value.
Cautions on safe
• During destruction, breaking points, or performing another test where
fragments could fly out, always wear protection for the eyes and body.
• Be sure to use attached AC adapter. Otherwise, it may cause inaccuracy of
measuring, fire, or a breakdown.
• When you attach this unit on a test stand etc., please read this instruction
manual well and attach it correctly.
Error Messages
• The display may show error messages such as ‘MEMORY ERROR’ or
‘FATAL ERROR’ when there is a damage found in the memory data or the
setting data. There is a possibility of some internal problems. Please contact
our distributor.
Cautions of overload
• Keep in mind that this unit will break down if the force exceeding capacity is
applied irrespective of power status.
• If the force exceeding approx. 110% of capacity is applied, the following
message shows up while the power is on. In
this case, please stop applying force
immediately. The sensor breaks down when it
is overloaded.
• The sensor breaks down when apply force to bend or twist the measuring
shaft.
Cautions of use
• Use this product only for measurement.
• Read these instructions before using this product. Use it based on this
instruction.
• Avoid misuse or rough treatment.
• Do not disassemble or tamper with this product.
Precautions
Bend or twist Overload
Incorrect direction

ZTA-500NZTA-500N ZTA-500N
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2
Cautions of storage
• Please avoid oil, dust, and heat and high humidity, and keep it in a cool place.
• Please keep it after use in an attached carrying case to prevent from force or
a shock applying to a measuring shaft.
• In case you remove the dirt of this unit, please do not use organic solvents,
such as thinner.
• Very small electrical current is consumed also at the time of a power OFF.
Please use it after charging, when it is not used for a long period of time.
Cautions of an accuracy warranty
• Although based on operating frequency or force range, measurement
accuracy deteriorates little by little. We recommend periodical calibration.
• The specification temperature range of this is 0 to 40 Celsius degrees. In
order to carry out more exact measurement, please use it by temperature
within the limits set to the inspection certificate.
• Please turn on the power 10 minutes before starting measurement in order to
stabilize the indication of value.
Cautions on safe
• During destruction, breaking points, or performing another test where
fragments could fly out, always wear protection for the eyes and body.
• Be sure to use attached AC adapter. Otherwise, it may cause inaccuracy of
measuring, fire, or a breakdown.
• When you attach this unit on a test stand etc., please read this instruction
manual well and attach it correctly.
Error Messages
• The display may show error messages such as ‘MEMORY ERROR’ or
‘FATAL ERROR’ when there is a damage found in the memory data or the
setting data. There is a possibility of some internal problems. Please contact
our distributor.
Cautions of overload
• Keep in mind that this unit will break down if the force exceeding capacity is
applied irrespective of power status.
• If the force exceeding approx. 110% of capacity is applied, the following
message shows up while the power is on. In
this case, please stop applying force
immediately. The sensor breaks down when it
is overloaded.
• The sensor breaks down when apply force to bend or twist the measuring
shaft.
Cautions of use
• Use this product only for measurement.
• Read these instructions before using this product. Use it based on this
instruction.
• Avoid misuse or rough treatment.
• Do not disassemble or tamper with this product.
Precautions
Bend or twist Overload
Incorrect direction

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Features
Thank you for choosing IMADA digital force gauge ZT series. This
product has an easy-to-read display with superior specifications, and
can be used for various kinds of tensile / compression measurement.
Organic EL display, on-demand multi display and information in
English lead easy operation.
The high speed data sampling (2000 data / sec.) also helps more
accurate measurement even for the measurement of sudden force
change such as destruction test.
With eZT series, one amplifier can be connected to various load cells
of your choice.
The accurate graph can be made with optional software, which
supports evaluation and analyze of measurement.
Please make sure to thoroughly read this instruction manual before
use to obtain the maximum benefit from this instrument.
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Index
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
1 - 2
4
5
6 - 8
9 - 10
11
12
13
14
15
16
16
16 - 18
19 - 22
23 - 27
28
28 - 29
30
30
30
Precautions ...............................
Features ...........................................
Models ..............................................
Names and Functions ..............
Accessories ..............................
Preparation
4-1. Battery and Charge ....................
4-2. Connecting to eZ Connect
load cell (eZT only) ....................
4-3. Mount of attachments .................
4-4. Mount to test stands ...................
Basic Operation ...............................
Power on
Power off
Zero values
Peak/Track Mode
Memory saving / Data sending
Single display / Multi display
6-1. Single display .............................
6-2. Multi display ...............................
6-3. Setting of Multi display ........
Initial Setting .............................
Function Setting .......................
Measurement of Displacement
(ZTA, eZT only)
9-1. Connecting to IMADA Test
Stand with Liner Scale ...............
9-2. Connecting to
Other Liner Scale ................
9-3. Display of displacement .............
9-4. Display of displacement
at Peak Force .............................
9-5. Displacement ZERO ..................
31
32
33 - 36
37
38
39
40
41
41
42
42
42
43
44 - 45
46
47 - 48
49
50 - 51
51 - 58
Peak Value .......................................
1st / 2nd Peak Value
(ZTA, eZT only) ..............................
Output
12-1. Output to USB memory
(ZTA, eZT only) .................
12-2. USB output
(output to PC) ...........................
12-3. Output on RS232C / USB ........
12-4. Analog output ...........................
12-5. Wireless Transmission
Adapter facility ..........................
Maintenance
13-1. Battery Change ........................
13-2. Calibration and repair ...............
13-3. Overall Accuracy of eZT
and eZ Connect load cell
(eZT only) .................................
Warranty
14-1. Product Warranty .....................
14-2. Pass Certificate for
eZT Amplifier ............................
Specifications ..................................
Optional Items ...........................
Dimensions ......................................
Output Data
18-1. Output connector ...............
18-2. Connection example
of I/O terminals .........................
18-3. File Format saved in
USB memory (ZTA only) ...
18-4. Command
(RS232C / USB) ................

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Features
Thank you for choosing IMADA digital force gauge ZT series. This
product has an easy-to-read display with superior specifications, and
can be used for various kinds of tensile / compression measurement.
Organic EL display, on-demand multi display and information in
English lead easy operation.
The high speed data sampling (2000 data / sec.) also helps more
accurate measurement even for the measurement of sudden force
change such as destruction test.
With eZT series, one amplifier can be connected to various load cells
of your choice.
The accurate graph can be made with optional software, which
supports evaluation and analyze of measurement.
Please make sure to thoroughly read this instruction manual before
use to obtain the maximum benefit from this instrument.
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Index
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
1 - 2
4
5
6 - 8
9 - 10
11
12
13
14
15
16
16
16 - 18
19 - 22
23 - 27
28
28 - 29
30
30
30
Precautions ...............................
Features ...........................................
Models ..............................................
Names and Functions ..............
Accessories ..............................
Preparation
4-1. Battery and Charge ....................
4-2. Connecting to eZ Connect
load cell (eZT only) ....................
4-3. Mount of attachments .................
4-4. Mount to test stands ...................
Basic Operation ...............................
Power on
Power off
Zero values
Peak/Track Mode
Memory saving / Data sending
Single display / Multi display
6-1. Single display .............................
6-2. Multi display ...............................
6-3. Setting of Multi display ........
Initial Setting .............................
Function Setting .......................
Measurement of Displacement
(ZTA, eZT only)
9-1. Connecting to IMADA Test
Stand with Liner Scale ...............
9-2. Connecting to
Other Liner Scale ................
9-3. Display of displacement .............
9-4. Display of displacement
at Peak Force .............................
9-5. Displacement ZERO ..................
31
32
33 - 36
37
38
39
40
41
41
42
42
42
43
44 - 45
46
47 - 48
49
50 - 51
51 - 58
Peak Value .......................................
1st / 2nd Peak Value
(ZTA, eZT only) ..............................
Output
12-1. Output to USB memory
(ZTA, eZT only) .................
12-2. USB output
(output to PC) ...........................
12-3. Output on RS232C / USB ........
12-4. Analog output ...........................
12-5. Wireless Transmission
Adapter facility ..........................
Maintenance
13-1. Battery Change ........................
13-2. Calibration and repair ...............
13-3. Overall Accuracy of eZT
and eZ Connect load cell
(eZT only) .................................
Warranty
14-1. Product Warranty .....................
14-2. Pass Certificate for
eZT Amplifier ............................
Specifications ..................................
Optional Items ...........................
Dimensions ......................................
Output Data
18-1. Output connector ...............
18-2. Connection example
of I/O terminals .........................
18-3. File Format saved in
USB memory (ZTA only) ...
18-4. Command
(RS232C / USB) ................

ZTA-500N
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Model
Standard
High Capacity
Separated Sensor *
eZ Connect Amplifier
DisplayCapacity Resolution
2.000N2N 0.001N
5.000N5N 0.001N
20.00N20N 0.01N
50.00N50N 0.01N
100.0N100N 0.1N
200.0N200N 0.1N
500.0N500N 0.1N
1000N1000N 1N
2500N2500N 1N
5000N5000N 1N
2.000N2N 0.001N
eZT
5.000N5N 0.001N
20.00N20N 0.01N
50.00N50N 0.01N
100.0N100N 0.1N
200.0N200N 0.1N
500.0N500N 0.1N
1000N1000N 1N
2000N2000N 1N
5000N5000N 1N
10.00kN10kN 0.01kN
20.00kN
Depends on eZ Connect load cell
20kN 0.01kN
* Various kinds of load cell other than DPU are available.
1. Models
ZT series consists of ZTA series with USB memory connection and displacement
output function, and ZTS series without the connection and function.
The separated sensor models are also available.
eZT series enable one amplifier to connect to various load cells of your choice.
eZT series have same functions as ZTA series.
2. Names and Functions
ON/OFF button
ZERO button
PEAK button
SEND button
MENU button
Display
Comparator judgment LED
Measuring shaft
AC adaptor connector
USB connector
I/O connector
Battery cover
Turn ON/OFF the power. Select menu.
Zero values. Select menu.
Toggle between “Peak mode” and “Track mode”. Select menu.
Save data. Send data to a printer and a computer. Select menu.
Go to Set up mode and measurement mode. Enter settings.
Show values, settings and the status.
Judge force values according to set comparator values.
Detect force values of tensile and compression measurement.
Various kinds of attachment can be attached.
Recharge battery with AC adaptor.
For data sending to PC with USB cable (included).
ZTA only: Save data on USB memory (excluded).
Connect with other equipments, i.e. test stand and PC, with
optional cables to control the force gauge and the equipments.
Rechargeable battery inside. The battery can be replaced.*
Functions
Names
* Refer to the page 41.
* Design and appearance differ depending
on the model and range.
• Measuring shaft
• Comparator
judgment LED
• Display
• ON/OFF button
• SEND button
• PEAK button
• ZERO button
• MENU button
• I/O connector
• USB connector
• Battery cover
• AC adaptor connector
ZTA(ZTS)-2N
ZTA(ZTS)-5N
ZTA(ZTS)-20N
ZTA(ZTS)-50N
ZTA(ZTS)-100N
ZTA(ZTS)-200N
ZTA(ZTS)-500N
ZTA(ZTS)-1000N
ZTA(ZTS)-2500N
ZTA(ZTS)-5000N
ZTA(ZTS)-DPU-2N
ZTA(ZTS)-DPU-5N
ZTA(ZTS)-DPU-20N
ZTA(ZTS)-DPU-50N
ZTA(ZTS)-DPU-100N
ZTA(ZTS)-DPU-200N
ZTA(ZTS)-DPU-500N
ZTA(ZTS)-DPU-1000N
ZTA(ZTS)-DPU-2000N
ZTA(ZTS)-DPU-5000N
ZTA(ZTS)-DPU-10KN
ZTA(ZTS)-DPU-20KN

ZTA-500N
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Model
Standard
High Capacity
Separated Sensor *
eZ Connect Amplifier
DisplayCapacity Resolution
2.000N2N 0.001N
5.000N5N 0.001N
20.00N20N 0.01N
50.00N50N 0.01N
100.0N100N 0.1N
200.0N200N 0.1N
500.0N500N 0.1N
1000N1000N 1N
2500N2500N 1N
5000N5000N 1N
2.000N2N 0.001N
eZT
5.000N5N 0.001N
20.00N20N 0.01N
50.00N50N 0.01N
100.0N100N 0.1N
200.0N200N 0.1N
500.0N500N 0.1N
1000N1000N 1N
2000N2000N 1N
5000N5000N 1N
10.00kN10kN 0.01kN
20.00kN
Depends on eZ Connect load cell
20kN 0.01kN
* Various kinds of load cell other than DPU are available.
1. Models
ZT series consists of ZTA series with USB memory connection and displacement
output function, and ZTS series without the connection and function.
The separated sensor models are also available.
eZT series enable one amplifier to connect to various load cells of your choice.
eZT series have same functions as ZTA series.
2. Names and Functions
ON/OFF button
ZERO button
PEAK button
SEND button
MENU button
Display
Comparator judgment LED
Measuring shaft
AC adaptor connector
USB connector
I/O connector
Battery cover
Turn ON/OFF the power. Select menu.
Zero values. Select menu.
Toggle between “Peak mode” and “Track mode”. Select menu.
Save data. Send data to a printer and a computer. Select menu.
Go to Set up mode and measurement mode. Enter settings.
Show values, settings and the status.
Judge force values according to set comparator values.
Detect force values of tensile and compression measurement.
Various kinds of attachment can be attached.
Recharge battery with AC adaptor.
For data sending to PC with USB cable (included).
ZTA only: Save data on USB memory (excluded).
Connect with other equipments, i.e. test stand and PC, with
optional cables to control the force gauge and the equipments.
Rechargeable battery inside. The battery can be replaced.*
Functions
Names
* Refer to the page 41.
* Design and appearance differ depending
on the model and range.
• Measuring shaft
• Comparator
judgment LED
• Display
• ON/OFF button
• SEND button
• PEAK button
• ZERO button
• MENU button
• I/O connector
• USB connector
• Battery cover
• AC adaptor connector
ZTA(ZTS)-2N
ZTA(ZTS)-5N
ZTA(ZTS)-20N
ZTA(ZTS)-50N
ZTA(ZTS)-100N
ZTA(ZTS)-200N
ZTA(ZTS)-500N
ZTA(ZTS)-1000N
ZTA(ZTS)-2500N
ZTA(ZTS)-5000N
ZTA(ZTS)-DPU-2N
ZTA(ZTS)-DPU-5N
ZTA(ZTS)-DPU-20N
ZTA(ZTS)-DPU-50N
ZTA(ZTS)-DPU-100N
ZTA(ZTS)-DPU-200N
ZTA(ZTS)-DPU-500N
ZTA(ZTS)-DPU-1000N
ZTA(ZTS)-DPU-2000N
ZTA(ZTS)-DPU-5000N
ZTA(ZTS)-DPU-10KN
ZTA(ZTS)-DPU-20KN

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Separated sensor model ZTA(ZTS)-DPU
ZTA (ZTS) – DPU is connected to load cells (sensors)
with cables and does not contain load cells inside.
①Battery / Battery status
②Displacement value zero / Valid or invalid: Zero displacement value at arbitrary
force value. (Refer to page 26, [8. Function Setting, Displacement reset]) (*1)
③Auto Zero Timer / Valid or invalid: Zero force value after arbitrary time.
(Refer to page 26, [8. Function Setting, Auto Zero Timer])
④Peak mode / Valid or invalid
(Refer to page 25, [8. Function Setting, Peak Functions])
⑤Unit / Measurement units
⑥Data hold / Valid or invalid: Holding measuring values.
([hold] is displayed instead of [mem] on Multi display, while holding values.)
⑦USB memory / On: Connected, Flashing: Sending data. (*1)
([mem] is displayed on Simple display, while USB memory is connected.)
⑧Header / (Refer to page 17, [6. Single display / Multi display])
⑨Middle display
⑩Footer / (Refer to page 18, [6. Single display / Multi display])
* 1 Only for ZTA
2. Names and Functions
Load cell
(Sensor)
Display
unit
• The load cells for ZTA(ZTS)-DPU and eZT series
are different.
• eZT can be connected to various eZ Connect
load cells. ZTA(ZTS)-DPU, however, cannot be
used with various load cells as the amplifier
requires adjustment for each load cell.
• Make sure to use the cables included to the load cells.
• A connector must be inserted to the right direction and please do not
connect with force.
Continuous use of the Force-Gauge
• During continuous use of the Force-gauge, the use of the screen saver.
Function highly recommended to protect the display from burn-in.
Single Display Multi Display
①
④⑥⑦⑤④⑤
②③③
⑧
⑨
⑩
⑦⑥①②
Screen Saver function
This force gauge equips with a screen saver
function. It shows a moving image (right) on
its screen when the force gauge is on but is
not being used for a specific time for the
protection of the screen.
Press (MENU button) to close the screen saver display.
To set up the time period to activate this function,
go to [Function Setting] - [Display Functions] - [Auto Shut Off].
* When it is set OFF, the screen saver function does NOT work.
The Menu button only operates during the screen saver ON.
(*Output-Signals and Data transfer for PC recording remain active.)
To re-start the operation, return to the Menu button,
cancel the screen saver and re-start.
Display
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Separated sensor model ZTA(ZTS)-DPU
ZTA (ZTS) – DPU is connected to load cells (sensors)
with cables and does not contain load cells inside.
①Battery / Battery status
②Displacement value zero / Valid or invalid: Zero displacement value at arbitrary
force value. (Refer to page 26, [8. Function Setting, Displacement reset]) (*1)
③Auto Zero Timer / Valid or invalid: Zero force value after arbitrary time.
(Refer to page 26, [8. Function Setting, Auto Zero Timer])
④Peak mode / Valid or invalid
(Refer to page 25, [8. Function Setting, Peak Functions])
⑤Unit / Measurement units
⑥Data hold / Valid or invalid: Holding measuring values.
([hold] is displayed instead of [mem] on Multi display, while holding values.)
⑦USB memory / On: Connected, Flashing: Sending data. (*1)
([mem] is displayed on Simple display, while USB memory is connected.)
⑧Header / (Refer to page 17, [6. Single display / Multi display])
⑨Middle display
⑩Footer / (Refer to page 18, [6. Single display / Multi display])
* 1 Only for ZTA
2. Names and Functions
Load cell
(Sensor)
Display
unit
• The load cells for ZTA(ZTS)-DPU and eZT series
are different.
• eZT can be connected to various eZ Connect
load cells. ZTA(ZTS)-DPU, however, cannot be
used with various load cells as the amplifier
requires adjustment for each load cell.
• Make sure to use the cables included to the load cells.
• A connector must be inserted to the right direction and please do not
connect with force.
Continuous use of the Force-Gauge
• During continuous use of the Force-gauge, the use of the screen saver.
Function highly recommended to protect the display from burn-in.
Single Display Multi Display
①
④⑥⑦⑤④⑤
②③③
⑧
⑨
⑩
⑦⑥①②
Screen Saver function
This force gauge equips with a screen saver
function. It shows a moving image (right) on
its screen when the force gauge is on but is
not being used for a specific time for the
protection of the screen.
Press (MENU button) to close the screen saver display.
To set up the time period to activate this function,
go to [Function Setting] - [Display Functions] - [Auto Shut Off].
* When it is set OFF, the screen saver function does NOT work.
The Menu button only operates during the screen saver ON.
(*Output-Signals and Data transfer for PC recording remain active.)
To re-start the operation, return to the Menu button,
cancel the screen saver and re-start.
Display

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8
Separated sensor model ZTA(ZTS)-DPU
ZTA (ZTS) – DPU is connected to load cells (sensors)
with cables and does not contain load cells inside.
①Battery / Battery status
②Displacement value zero / Valid or invalid: Zero displacement value at arbitrary
force value. (Refer to page 26, [8. Function Setting, Displacement reset]) (*1)
③Auto Zero Timer / Valid or invalid: Zero force value after arbitrary time.
(Refer to page 26, [8. Function Setting, Auto Zero Timer])
④Peak mode / Valid or invalid
(Refer to page 25, [8. Function Setting, Peak Functions])
⑤Unit / Measurement units
⑥Data hold / Valid or invalid: Holding measuring values.
([hold] is displayed instead of [mem] on Multi display, while holding values.)
⑦USB memory / On: Connected, Flashing: Sending data. (*1)
([mem] is displayed on Simple display, while USB memory is connected.)
⑧Header / (Refer to page 17, [6. Single display / Multi display])
⑨Middle display
⑩Footer / (Refer to page 18, [6. Single display / Multi display])
* 1 Only for ZTA
2. Names and Functions
Load cell
(Sensor)
Display
unit
• The load cells for ZTA(ZTS)-DPU and eZT series
are different.
• eZT can be connected to various eZ Connect
load cells. ZTA(ZTS)-DPU, however, cannot be
used with various load cells as the amplifier
requires adjustment for each load cell.
• Make sure to use the cables included to the load cells.
• A connector must be inserted to the right direction and please do not
connect with force.
Continuous use of the Force-Gauge
• During continuous use of the Force-gauge, the use of the screen saver.
Function highly recommended to protect the display from burn-in.
Single Display Multi Display
①
④⑥⑦⑤④⑤
②③③
⑧
⑨
⑩
⑦⑥①②
Screen Saver function
This force gauge equips with a screen saver
function. It shows a moving image (right) on
its screen when the force gauge is on but is
not being used for a specific time for the
protection of the screen.
Press (MENU button) to close the screen saver display.
To set up the time period to activate this function,
go to [Function Setting] - [Display Functions] - [Auto Shut Off].
* When it is set OFF, the screen saver function does NOT work.
The Menu button only operates during the screen saver ON.
(*Output-Signals and Data transfer for PC recording remain active.)
To re-start the operation, return to the Menu button,
cancel the screen saver and re-start.
Display

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• Separated sensor model includes different attachments depending
on load cell models.
• Standard attachments are included to ZTA(ZTS)-DPU-2N to 500N.
• High capacity attachments (B1 to B6) are included to ZTA(ZTS)-DPU-
1000N to 5000N.
• No attachments are included to ZTA(ZTS)-DPU-10kN and 20kN.
The sensor has female screw.
• eZT does not include either load cell or attachments.
Small Hook
(A-1/S-1/SR-1)
Flat Tip
(A-2/S-2)
Chisel Tip
(A-4/S-4)
Conical Tip
(A-3/S-3)
Notched Tip
(A-5/S-5)
4 Installation
Bolts
(B-8)
Extension Shaft
(A-6/S-6)
Large Hook
(A-7/S-7)
Y Hook
(A-8/S-8)
Small Hook
(B-1)
Flat Tip
(B-2)
Chisel Tip
(B-4)
Conical Tip
(B-3)
Notched Tip
(B-5)
Extension Shaft
(B-6)
2 Exclusive
Handles
(B-7)
The following accessories are included. Make sure to keep them in the carrying case.
Carrying case is necessary when transport to protect the force gauge and its sensor.
Accessories of ZTA / ZTS
• Instruction manual (This book)
• Inspection certificate
• Warranty
• AC adapter
• Carrying case
• 8 attachments (*)
• USB cable
• Driver CD-ROM
• Force Recorder Professional Trial
• Reverse sticker (Except for Separated sensor model and eZT)
• Adapter for USB memory (ZTA, eZT only)
For standard
* Type A: capacity up to 100N
* Type S: capacity from 200N to 1000N (Type SR-1: capacity 1000N only)
For high capacity
* Type B are included 2500 and 5000N capacity models.
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• Separated sensor model includes different attachments depending
on load cell models.
• Standard attachments are included to ZTA(ZTS)-DPU-2N to 500N.
• High capacity attachments (B1 to B6) are included to ZTA(ZTS)-DPU-
1000N to 5000N.
• No attachments are included to ZTA(ZTS)-DPU-10kN and 20kN.
The sensor has female screw.
• eZT does not include either load cell or attachments.
Small Hook
(A-1/S-1/SR-1)
Flat Tip
(A-2/S-2)
Chisel Tip
(A-4/S-4)
Conical Tip
(A-3/S-3)
Notched Tip
(A-5/S-5)
4 Installation
Bolts
(B-8)
Extension Shaft
(A-6/S-6)
Large Hook
(A-7/S-7)
Y Hook
(A-8/S-8)
Small Hook
(B-1)
Flat Tip
(B-2)
Chisel Tip
(B-4)
Conical Tip
(B-3)
Notched Tip
(B-5)
Extension Shaft
(B-6)
2 Exclusive
Handles
(B-7)
The following accessories are included. Make sure to keep them in the carrying case.
Carrying case is necessary when transport to protect the force gauge and its sensor.
Accessories of ZTA / ZTS
• Instruction manual (This book)
• Inspection certificate
• Warranty
• AC adapter
• Carrying case
• 8 attachments (*)
• USB cable
• Driver CD-ROM
• Force Recorder Professional Trial
• Reverse sticker (Except for Separated sensor model and eZT)
• Adapter for USB memory (ZTA, eZT only)
For standard
* Type A: capacity up to 100N
* Type S: capacity from 200N to 1000N (Type SR-1: capacity 1000N only)
For high capacity
* Type B are included 2500 and 5000N capacity models.
3. Accessories

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4. Preparation
4-1. Battery and Charge
Please charge before your first use of this product.
Charging completes in approximately 2 hours when using the included AC adaptor.
The battery icon shows the 3 remaining levels. It appears after the power is turned on.
Please recharge when it shows .
It shows an animation of charging while connected with the AC adaptor.
appears once the battery is full and it automatically stops recharging.
• Make sure to use the included AC adapter only. The accuracy is not
guaranteed and break down and fire may occur when use other AC
adapters.
• Do not bend or apply unnecessary force on the connecting part of the
gauge and the AC adaptor. It may cause damages otherwise.
• The battery may be dying when charged power is low or not charged at
all. Replacement of battery is recommended. Please refer to the page
41.
• Please note the date and time setting is reset when battery dies and
replaced.
• When AC adaptor remains connected, it automatically starts recharging
again.
• The product may temporarily get warm while recharging.
• When the product is connected to PC with the USB cable,
it shows and start recharging regardless of the remaining level of
battery. Recharging this way takes longer and the required period of
time varies depending of the PC.
• It shows flashing and the power goes off automatically when the
battery is empty.
• When connecting a USB memory stick, a liner scale, or a test stand, the
power is supplied from this product. Please use it with AC adaptor
connected for such measurement as the battery runs out quicker.
4-2. Connecting to eZ Connect load cell (eZT Only)
eZT can be used with various eZ Connect load cells of your choice.
Please connect a load cell with the power off.
Turn it on to show connecting status on the amplifier as below.
Once connected properly, the model of the eZ Connect load cell appears following the
[Connected] image above. It will soon show the measurement-ready display. The rest
of operation is the same as that of ZTA series.
When connection is unsuccessful, the
image on the right appears.
Please check whether the connector
is plugged properly.
ConnectedDisconnected
unsuccessful
• Please refer to page 42 [13-3. Overall Accuracy of eZT and eZ Connect
load cell (eZT only)] for overall accuracy
• When the eZ Connect load cell is not connected properly, the following
functions are disabled:
- Any button operations except for power OFF.
- Showing initial setting menu
- Comparator LED lights
- Any outer input signals except for turning power OFF.
- All outer output signals
- Analog output (unstable)
- Gaining measurement data with transmission command (unstable)

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4. Preparation
4-1. Battery and Charge
Please charge before your first use of this product.
Charging completes in approximately 2 hours when using the included AC adaptor.
The battery icon shows the 3 remaining levels. It appears after the power is turned on.
Please recharge when it shows .
It shows an animation of charging while connected with the AC adaptor.
appears once the battery is full and it automatically stops recharging.
• Make sure to use the included AC adapter only. The accuracy is not
guaranteed and break down and fire may occur when use other AC
adapters.
• Do not bend or apply unnecessary force on the connecting part of the
gauge and the AC adaptor. It may cause damages otherwise.
• The battery may be dying when charged power is low or not charged at
all. Replacement of battery is recommended. Please refer to the page
41.
• Please note the date and time setting is reset when battery dies and
replaced.
• When AC adaptor remains connected, it automatically starts recharging
again.
• The product may temporarily get warm while recharging.
• When the product is connected to PC with the USB cable,
it shows and start recharging regardless of the remaining level of
battery. Recharging this way takes longer and the required period of
time varies depending of the PC.
• It shows flashing and the power goes off automatically when the
battery is empty.
• When connecting a USB memory stick, a liner scale, or a test stand, the
power is supplied from this product. Please use it with AC adaptor
connected for such measurement as the battery runs out quicker.
4-2. Connecting to eZ Connect load cell (eZT Only)
eZT can be used with various eZ Connect load cells of your choice.
Please connect a load cell with the power off.
Turn it on to show connecting status on the amplifier as below.
Once connected properly, the model of the eZ Connect load cell appears following the
[Connected] image above. It will soon show the measurement-ready display. The rest
of operation is the same as that of ZTA series.
When connection is unsuccessful, the
image on the right appears.
Please check whether the connector
is plugged properly.
ConnectedDisconnected
unsuccessful
• Please refer to page 42 [13-3. Overall Accuracy of eZT and eZ Connect
load cell (eZT only)] for overall accuracy
• When the eZ Connect load cell is not connected properly, the following
functions are disabled:
- Any button operations except for power OFF.
- Showing initial setting menu
- Comparator LED lights
- Any outer input signals except for turning power OFF.
- All outer output signals
- Analog output (unstable)
- Gaining measurement data with transmission command (unstable)

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4. Preparation
4-4. Mount on test stand
This force gauge can be attached to a test stand. The four holes on the back can be
used for mounting. Refer to the page 46.
Standard mode
Mount the force gauge to a mounting plate of a test stand with four screws included to
the test stand.
Mount the mounting plate on the test stand.
High capacity model
Attach the included four installation bolts (B-8) to the force gauge. Mount the force
gauge to a mounting plate of a test stand and mount the plate on the test stand.
Refer to the instruction manual of test stand for detail.
4-3. Mount of Attachments
Mount appropriate attachment to the measuring shaft. The direction can be adjusted
with the included nut.
• Applying the force to wrong direction or using tools to mount an
attachment will cause load cell damage. For safety, please mount an
attachment while checking a display value.
• The point where force is applied should come to the point where a hook
crosses an extension of the gauge measuring shaft when you use a
hook attachment. If force is applied at a tip of hook, it may bend or
break and is very DANGEROUS.
• The weight of attachment is detected as force to the sensor. We
recommend the weight of attachment should be under 10% of gauge
capacity.
• Make sure to use the screw with the length shorter than 6 mm (Standard
model).
• Make sure to use the included bolts (B-8) to mount ZTA(ZTS)-2500N
and 5000N.
• For mounting separate models or eZT on test stands, please contact us
for details.

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4. Preparation
4-4. Mount on test stand
This force gauge can be attached to a test stand. The four holes on the back can be
used for mounting. Refer to the page 46.
Standard mode
Mount the force gauge to a mounting plate of a test stand with four screws included to
the test stand.
Mount the mounting plate on the test stand.
High capacity model
Attach the included four installation bolts (B-8) to the force gauge. Mount the force
gauge to a mounting plate of a test stand and mount the plate on the test stand.
Refer to the instruction manual of test stand for detail.
4-3. Mount of Attachments
Mount appropriate attachment to the measuring shaft. The direction can be adjusted
with the included nut.
• Applying the force to wrong direction or using tools to mount an
attachment will cause load cell damage. For safety, please mount an
attachment while checking a display value.
• The point where force is applied should come to the point where a hook
crosses an extension of the gauge measuring shaft when you use a
hook attachment. If force is applied at a tip of hook, it may bend or
break and is very DANGEROUS.
• The weight of attachment is detected as force to the sensor. We
recommend the weight of attachment should be under 10% of gauge
capacity.
• Make sure to use the screw with the length shorter than 6 mm (Standard
model).
• Make sure to use the included bolts (B-8) to mount ZTA(ZTS)-2500N
and 5000N.
• For mounting separate models or eZT on test stands, please contact us
for details.

6-2. Multi display
Display force value on the middle display.
The contents on the header and footer
are selectable.
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The force gauge detects the force applied to the direction of a measuring shaft.
The measurement is done on Peak mode or Track mode.
5. Basic Operation
Power on Press
Functions Operation Description
Shut off
Hold for
more than
one second.
Zero values
Peak / Track mode
Press
Memory saving /
Dada sending
Press
Press
Turn on power. The introduction
message shows up first, and
measurement can be started
after the message disappears.
The introduction message and
multi display (Header) show time
setting.
Turn off power.
Zero values.
Refer to the page 21 for detail.
Toggle Peak mode and Track
mode.
Save data to the internal
memory. Enable to send data to
PC and other equipments at the
same time. Refer to the page 21
for detail.
6. Single display / Multi display
Select either Single display or Multi display.
Refer to the page 27 for detail of toggling.
6-1. Single display
Display force value only.
* Displacement value can be checked on
Multi display (ZTA, eZT only).
6-3. Setting of Multi display
Press (MENU button) at measurement-ready display and the header lights on.
Press (SEND, PEAK button) to select contents while lighting on.
Press (MENU button) and the footer lights on.
Press (SEND, PEAK button) to select contents while lighting on.
Press (MENU button) and go back to measurement-ready display.
Single display
Multi display
6-2. Multi display
Display force value on the middle display.
The contents on the header and footer
are selectable.
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The force gauge detects the force applied to the direction of a measuring shaft.
The measurement is done on Peak mode or Track mode.
5. Basic Operation
Power on Press
Functions Operation Description
Shut off
Hold for
more than
one second.
Zero values
Peak / Track mode
Press
Memory saving /
Dada sending
Press
Press
Turn on power. The introduction
message shows up first, and
measurement can be started
after the message disappears.
The introduction message and
multi display (Header) show time
setting.
Turn off power.
Zero values.
Refer to the page 21 for detail.
Toggle Peak mode and Track
mode.
Save data to the internal
memory. Enable to send data to
PC and other equipments at the
same time. Refer to the page 21
for detail.
6. Single display / Multi display
Select either Single display or Multi display.
Refer to the page 27 for detail of toggling.
6-1. Single display
Display force value only.
* Displacement value can be checked on
Multi display (ZTA, eZT only).
6-3. Setting of Multi display
Press (MENU button) at measurement-ready display and the header lights on.
Press (SEND, PEAK button) to select contents while lighting on.
Press (MENU button) and the footer lights on.
Press (SEND, PEAK button) to select contents while lighting on.
Press (MENU button) and go back to measurement-ready display.
Single display
Multi display

6-2. Multi display
Display force value on the middle display.
The contents on the header and footer
are selectable.
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The force gauge detects the force applied to the direction of a measuring shaft.
The measurement is done on Peak mode or Track mode.
5. Basic Operation
Power on Press
Functions Operation Description
Shut off
Hold for
more than
one second.
Zero values
Peak / Track mode
Press
Memory saving /
Dada sending
Press
Press
Turn on power. The introduction
message shows up first, and
measurement can be started
after the message disappears.
The introduction message and
multi display (Header) show time
setting.
Turn off power.
Zero values.
Refer to the page 21 for detail.
Toggle Peak mode and Track
mode.
Save data to the internal
memory. Enable to send data to
PC and other equipments at the
same time. Refer to the page 21
for detail.
6. Single display / Multi display
Select either Single display or Multi display.
Refer to the page 27 for detail of toggling.
6-1. Single display
Display force value only.
* Displacement value can be checked on
Multi display (ZTA, eZT only).
6-3. Setting of Multi display
Press (MENU button) at measurement-ready display and the header lights on.
Press (SEND, PEAK button) to select contents while lighting on.
Press (MENU button) and the footer lights on.
Press (SEND, PEAK button) to select contents while lighting on.
Press (MENU button) and go back to measurement-ready display.
Single display
Multi display

The number of force value exceeding set
comparator (High) value. Zero with
(ZERO button) while this content lights on.
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Refer to the page 20 for how to set.
6. Single display / Multi display
Contents Description Valid Model
Header
Time ZTA/ZTS
eZT
ZTA/ZTS
eZT
Valid Model
ZTA/ZTS
eZT
ZTA
eZT
ZTA/ZTS
eZT
ZTA/ZTS
eZT
ZTA/ZTS
eZT
ZTA/ZTS
eZT
ZTA
eZT
ZTA/ZTS
eZT
Time
Date ZTA/ZTS
eZT
Date
The number of saved force value.
Displacement. Zero with (ZERO button)
while this content lights on. (*1)
Average of saved force value. Unit is
disregarded.
It shows **** when the data contains different
units or positions of decimal points.
Number of memory
Number of +NG
Displacement
Average
Contents Description
Footer
Force peak value. Zero with (ZERO
button) while this content lights on. Show either
or both peak value of tensile / compression
directions, depending on [AND] [OR] selection.
Refer to the page 20.
1st and 2nd force peak value. Zero with
(ZERO button) while this content lights on. P1
shows 1st, and P2 shows 2nd peak values.
The rate of force value among capacity.
+/- Peak
1st / 2nd peak
ZTA/ZTS
eZT
Set comparator High / Low values. Enable to
set the values with (MENU button) while
this content lights on. Change values with
(ON/OFF, ZERO button) and
enter with (MENU button).
Comparator
High / Low values
Force bar graph
Multi Display: Menu on footer
Multi Display: Menu on header.
* 1 Test stand with linear scale option is needed.
Show the latest memory data. Press
(MENU button) to show all the memory data
with (ON/OFF, ZERO button)
while this content lights on.
The latest
memory value
Show maximum and minimum values among
memory data. Force data only.
Max. / Min.
values of memory
The number of force value exceeding set
comparator (High) value. Zero with
(ZERO button) while this content lights on.
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Refer to the page 20 for how to set.
6. Single display / Multi display
Contents Description Valid Model
Header
Time ZTA/ZTS
eZT
ZTA/ZTS
eZT
Valid Model
ZTA/ZTS
eZT
ZTA
eZT
ZTA/ZTS
eZT
ZTA/ZTS
eZT
ZTA/ZTS
eZT
ZTA/ZTS
eZT
ZTA
eZT
ZTA/ZTS
eZT
Time
Date ZTA/ZTS
eZT
Date
The number of saved force value.
Displacement. Zero with (ZERO button)
while this content lights on. (*1)
Average of saved force value. Unit is
disregarded.
It shows **** when the data contains different
units or positions of decimal points.
Number of memory
Number of +NG
Displacement
Average
Contents Description
Footer
Force peak value. Zero with (ZERO
button) while this content lights on. Show either
or both peak value of tensile / compression
directions, depending on [AND] [OR] selection.
Refer to the page 20.
1st and 2nd force peak value. Zero with
(ZERO button) while this content lights on. P1
shows 1st, and P2 shows 2nd peak values.
The rate of force value among capacity.
+/- Peak
1st / 2nd peak
ZTA/ZTS
eZT
Set comparator High / Low values. Enable to
set the values with (MENU button) while
this content lights on. Change values with
(ON/OFF, ZERO button) and
enter with (MENU button).
Comparator
High / Low values
Force bar graph
Multi Display: Menu on footerMulti Display: Menu on header.
* 1 Test stand with linear scale option is needed.
Show the latest memory data. Press
(MENU button) to show all the memory data
with (ON/OFF, ZERO button)
while this content lights on.
The latest
memory value
Show maximum and minimum values among
memory data. Force data only.
Max. / Min.
values of memory

The number of force value exceeding set
comparator (High) value. Zero with
(ZERO button) while this content lights on.
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Refer to the page 20 for how to set.
6. Single display / Multi display
Contents Description Valid Model
Header
Time ZTA/ZTS
eZT
ZTA/ZTS
eZT
Valid Model
ZTA/ZTS
eZT
ZTA
eZT
ZTA/ZTS
eZT
ZTA/ZTS
eZT
ZTA/ZTS
eZT
ZTA/ZTS
eZT
ZTA
eZT
ZTA/ZTS
eZT
Time
Date ZTA/ZTS
eZT
Date
The number of saved force value.
Displacement. Zero with (ZERO button)
while this content lights on. (*1)
Average of saved force value. Unit is
disregarded.
It shows **** when the data contains different
units or positions of decimal points.
Number of memory
Number of +NG
Displacement
Average
Contents Description
Footer
Force peak value. Zero with (ZERO
button) while this content lights on. Show either
or both peak value of tensile / compression
directions, depending on [AND] [OR] selection.
Refer to the page 20.
1st and 2nd force peak value. Zero with
(ZERO button) while this content lights on. P1
shows 1st, and P2 shows 2nd peak values.
The rate of force value among capacity.
+/- Peak
1st / 2nd peak
ZTA/ZTS
eZT
Set comparator High / Low values. Enable to
set the values with (MENU button) while
this content lights on. Change values with
(ON/OFF, ZERO button) and
enter with (MENU button).
Comparator
High / Low values
Force bar graph
Multi Display: Menu on footer
Multi Display: Menu on header.
* 1 Test stand with linear scale option is needed.
Show the latest memory data. Press
(MENU button) to show all the memory data
with (ON/OFF, ZERO button)
while this content lights on.
The latest
memory value
Show maximum and minimum values among
memory data. Force data only.
Max. / Min.
values of memory

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Normal
Normal
+/- Indicator
+/- Force
[+/-Normal] /
[+/-Reverse]
Change +/- signs of force
value. [Normal]
+: compression, -: tensile.
[Opposite]+: tensile,
-: compression
+/-
Displacement
[+/-Normal] /
[+/-Reverse]
Change +/- signs of
displacement value. (*2)
* 1 Selectable units differ between Japan model and non-Japan model.
* 2 A test stand with linear scale option is needed to measure displacement.
[OFF] /
[Type A] /
[Type B] /
[Type C] /
[Type D] /
[Type E] /
[Manual]
Displacement
Type —OFF
Select when connect with
displacement scale. Refer
to the operation manual of
test stand for detail.
Enable to manually set at
[Manual]. Refer to the
page 28-29 for detail.
7. Initial Setting
1. Turn off power.
2. Hold (MENU button) and turn on power with (ON/OFF button).
3. Select menu in Main menu with (
ON/OFF, ZERO buttons ), and go to
Sub menu with (PEAK button). (
Some menu doesn’t have Sub menu. )
4. Select menu in Sub menu with (
ON/OFF, ZERO buttons ), and go to
Setting menu with (PEAK button).
Go back to Main menu with (SEND button).
5. Select menu in Setting menu with (
ON/OFF, ZERO buttons ), and enter
the setting with (MENU button).
(The setting can be saved only when entered with MENU button.)
6. The display automatically goes back to Sub menu after entering.
Go back to Main menu with (SEND button).
7. Push to show ‘Exit Menu’ and go back to measurement-ready
display with (MENU button).
* Push and hold (MENU button) more than 2 seconds for the same action.
ZTA/ZTS
eZT
ZTA
eZT
ZTA
eZT
(*2)
[Max] /
[High] /
[Medium] /
[Low]
Sensitivity —Max
Change sensitivity of force
measurement. [Max] is the
highest sensitivity. [Max] is
suitable for rapid change
like impact test.
ZTA/ZTS
eZT
Initial Setting (Setup Menu)
Main menu Sub menu Setting menu Description Initial setting
[N] / [kN] / [mN] /
[gf] / [kgf] / [ozf] /
[lbf] (*1)
(Valid selection
differs depending
on capacity.)
Units
Force Units N basis
Change force units.
Valid model
ZTA/ZTS
eZT
mm
Displacement
Units
[mm] / [°] /
[inch] (*1)
Change displacement units ZTA
eZT