PCE-DFG FD 300 Force Path Adaptor Installation Guide
- June 12, 2024
- PCE
Table of Contents
PCE-DFG FD 300 Force Path Adaptor
Product Information
The PCE-DFG FD 300 Kraft-Weg-Adapter is a force path adaptor. It is designed to measure the displacement of an object under force. The measuring ruler has a range of -150 to 150 mm with an accuracy of 0.01 mm. It is powered by a 3VCR 2032 battery and has dimensions of 394x40x10 mm (H x B x T).
The delivery scope includes:
- 1 x Mounting bracket (consisting of 11 components)
- 1 x Mounting kit (consisting of 24 screws and 2 set screws)
- 1 x Measuring system
- 1 x Data cable
- 1 x USB stick with PCE-DFG FD software
Product Usage Instructions
1. Safety Notes:
Please refer to the safety symbols and their descriptions provided in the user manual.
2. Specifications:
Refer to the technical specifications of the measuring ruler for detailed information on its range, accuracy, battery type, and dimensions.
3. System Description:
The system consists of a path measuring system and a measuring module. Refer to the user manual for detailed descriptions of these components.
4. Assembly:
Follow the instructions provided in the user manual to mount the bracket for the meter and integrate the meter into the module. The user manual provides step-by-step guidance with illustrations.
5. Warranty:
Information regarding warranty coverage can be found in the user manual.
6. Disposal:
Refer to the user manual for guidelines on proper disposal of the product.
Safety notes
Please read this manual carefully and completely before you use the device for the first time. The device may only be used by qualified personnel and repaired by PCE Instruments personnel. Damage or injuries caused by non- observance of the manual are excluded from our liability and not covered by our warranty.
- The device must only be used as described in this instruction manual. If used otherwise, this can cause dangerous situations for the user and damage to the meter.
- The instrument may only be used if the environmental conditions (temperature, relative humidity, …) are within the ranges stated in the technical specifications. Do not expose the device to extreme temperatures, direct sunlight, extreme humidity or moisture.
- Do not expose the device to shocks or strong vibrations.
- The case should only be opened by qualified PCE Instruments personnel.
- Never use the instrument when your hands are wet.
- You must not make any technical changes to the device.
- The appliance should only be cleaned with a damp cloth. Use only pH-neutral cleaner, no abrasives or solvents.
- The device must only be used with accessories from PCE Instruments or equivalent.
- Before each use, inspect the case for visible damage. If any damage is visible, do not use the device.
- Do not use the instrument in explosive atmospheres.
- The measurement range as stated in the specifications must not be exceeded under any circumstances.
- Non-observance of the safety notes can cause damage to the device and injuries to the user.
We do not assume liability for printing errors or any other mistakes in this
manual.
We expressly point to our general guarantee terms which can be found in our
general terms of business.
If you have any questions, please contact PCE Instruments. The contact details
can be found at the end of this manual.
Safety symbols
Safety-related instructions the non-observance of which can cause damage to
the device or personal injury carry a safety symbol.
| Symbol | Designation / description |
|---|---|
| General warning sign |
Make sure that you carry out the assembly in a safe environment and do not injure any persons.
| Warning: hand injuries
When assembling the module, avoid body parts between the components to be assembled.
Specifications
Technical specifications of the measuring ruler
| Specification | Description |
|---|---|
| Measurement range | -150 … 150 mm / -5.91 … 5.91 in |
| Resolution | 0.01 mm / 0.0004 in |
| Accuracy | ±0.03 mm / ±0.001 in |
| Operating conditions | Temperature: 0 … +50 °C / 32 … 122 °F |
| Storage conditions | Temperature: -20 … +65 °C / -4 … 149 °F Relative humidity: |
10 … 95 % RH, non-condensing
Weight| 360 g / 0.79 lbs
Power supply| 3VCR 2032
Dimensions| 394x40x10 mm / 15.51×1.57×0.39 in (H x W x D)
Delivery scope
- 1 x bracket (consisting of 11 components)
- 1 x mounting kit (consisting of 24 screws and 2 set screws)
- 1 x measuring system
- 1 x data cable
- 1 x USB pen drive with PCE-DFG FD software
Optionales accessories
PCE-MTS 500
The measuring system PCE-DFG FD 300 has been specially designed for the material test stand PCE-MTS 500. The measuring system can be easily mounted onto this material test stand.
PCE-DFG N 5K
The PCE-DFG N 5K force gauge completes the system for determining a force-path curve. The external load cell of the meter can be clamped into the PCE-MTS 500 material test stand and connected to the PC via a USB interface. In this way, the data can be evaluated directly in the software supplied with the PCE-DFG FD 300 and paired with the data of the path measuring system.
PCE-SJJ015
The PCE-SJJ015 clamp holder can be mounted on the load cell of the PCE-DFG N 5K and on the mounting plate of the PCE-MTS 500 by means of the adaptor. In this way, flat tensile specimens can be integrated into the test setup in a very uncomplicated way.
System description
The PCE-DFG FD 300 is a useful addition to the PCE-MTS 500 material test stand in conjunction with a force gauge (e. g. PCE-DFG N 5K). With this add-on, force-path diagrammes and curves can be created. The included software provides you with an optimised interface for evaluating diagrammes and graphs. This allows material tests with forces of up to 5000 N (500 kg) to be conducted.
Path measuring system
Measuring module
- Display
- ON/OFF key
- ZERO key
- HOLD key
- ABS key
- mm/in key
The function of the keys is explained in more detail in the user manual for the complete system which comes with the software.
Assembly
The following steps explain how to integrate the PCE-DFG FD 300 measuring system into the system of the PCE-MTS 500 test stand. First check the delivery scope for completeness. A list of all components can be found in chapter 2.2 Delivery scope.
Assembling the bracket for the meter
Attach component (1) to component (3) using two screws (component 10).
Pre-mount the set screws (components 11 + 12).
Attach the previously mounted module to the crossbeam of your PCE-MTS 500 test stand.
Insert the components (4) into the groove of component (1) and fix them
loosely with the help of two screws (component 10). 
Screw component (2) onto the module from the back with 4 screws (component
10). Make sure that the components (4) are properly placed in the groove of
component (2). Again, do not yet fix the screws on components (4). 
Now place component (5) on the rail of the PCE-MTS 500 test stand, above the module, attach component (6) to component (5) and fix both components with screws (component 9).
Attach component (7) to component (5) with the screws (component 10).
Now proceed in the same way below module (1) so that the module is attached to the PCE-MTS 500 test stand as follows. In addition, slide the two components (4) against the rail and fix the pre-fastened screws.
Integration of the meter into the module
Insert the measuring module (component 8) into the assembled module. Slide the
lower holder and the upper holder onto the ends of the meter and tighten all
screws (attachment to the rail and meter). 
Now lock the measuring module vertically with the help of the pre-mounted set screws.
The PCE-DFG FD 300 is now ready for use and can be used as described in the user manual.
Warranty
You can read our warranty terms in our General Business Terms which you can find here: https://www.pce-instruments.com/english/terms.
Disposal
- For the disposal of batteries in the EU, the 2006/66/EC directive of the European Parliament applies. Due to the contained pollutants, batteries must not be disposed of as household waste. They must be given to collection points designed for that purpose.
- In order to comply with the EU directive 2012/19/EU we take our devices back. We either re-use them or give them to a recycling company which disposes of the devices in line with law.
- For countries outside the EU, batteries and devices should be disposed of in accordance with your local waste regulations.
- If you have any questions, please contact PCE Instruments.
Contact information
United Kingdom
- PCE Instruments UK Ltd
- Unit 11 Southpoint Business Park Ensign Way, Southampton Hampshire
- United Kingdom, SO31 4RF
- Tel: +44 (0) 2380 98703 0
- Fax: +44 (0) 2380 98703 9
- info@pce-instruments.co.uk
- www.pce-instruments.com/english
The Netherlands
- PCE Brookhuis B.V. Institutenweg 15
- 7521 PH Enschede
- Nederland
- Telefoon: +31 (0)53 737 01 92
- info@pcebenelux.nl
- www.pce-instruments.com/dutch
United States of America
- PCE Americas Inc.
- 1201 Jupiter Park Drive, Suite 8 Jupiter / Palm Beach
- 33458 FL
- USA
- Tel: +1 561-320-9162
- Fax: +1 561-320-9176
- info@pce-americas.com
- www.pce-instruments.com/us
Turkey
- PCE Teknik Cihazları Ltd.Şti. Halkalı Merkez Mah.
- Pehlivan Sok. No.6/C
- 34303 Küçükçekmece – İstanbul Türkiye
- Tel: 0212 471 11 47
- Faks: 0212 705 53 93
- info@pce-cihazlari.com.tr
- www.pce-instruments.com/turkish
using our product search on: www.pce-instruments.com 
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Documents / Resources
| PCE
PCE-DFG FD 300 Force Path
Adaptor
[pdf] Installation Guide
PCE-DFG FD 300 Force Path Adaptor, PCE-DFG FD 300, Force Path Adaptor, Path
Adaptor, Adaptor
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| PCE
PCE-DFG FD 300 Force Path
Adaptor
[pdf] Installation Guide
PCE-DFG FD 300 Force Path Adaptor, PCE-DFG FD 300, Force Path Adaptor, Path
Adaptor, Adaptor
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