Tension envelope
1–80 kN is the planned family request envelope. The tensile rating must be confirmed separately for the chosen compression configuration.
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QPF-LNK / Assembled load path · bidirectional cyclesPreloaded Piezo Force Links
Specify a preloaded quartz force link when you need an assembled, calibrated sensing element with defined tension and compression interfaces. Preserve its internal preload through integration.
5–300 kN compression requests · Charge or IEPE configuration. Selection envelope; confirm the exact model.
Check force, mounting and signal limits together
Installation
An internal preloaded assembly does not eliminate fixture alignment, mounting torque and off-axis load checks. Do not loosen the factory preload mechanism.
Calibration record
Request the individual sensitivity, direction, preload conditions, loading range, uncertainty and test setup. Accreditation is not assumed.
Cycle design
Provide pulse duration, repetition rate and combined loading. Fatigue life and overload limits need model-specific evidence; no unlimited-life claim.
Release the measurement chain with evidence
Request a configuration-specific drawing and calibration record. Confirm rated load, direction, preload, sensitivity, polarity, flat response band, thermal range and overload limits. Discuss the required acceptance test before freezing the order.
Can this measure a static load continuously?
Piezoelectric force measurement decays with system leakage and time constant. Share the cycle and allowed drift; for continuous dead-weight measurement use a suitable static sensing method.
Can I use an existing cable and conditioner?
Yes, if the full chain is verified for the chosen output, sensitivity, current or charge input, signal range, bandwidth, cable construction and connector. QPF accessory choices are optional.
The installation is part of the sensor
Preload, force shunt and installed sensitivity
A center bolt keeps the quartz ring compressed, but also bypasses part of the incremental force. Select preload from the exact sensor and hardware instructions. Around 20% of nominal force appears in some manufacturer guidance; it is not a universal QPF setting.
Check total compression with preload, tensile unloading, contact faces and bolt stiffness. Calibrate the installed assembly. Torque alone is not a direct measurement of preload.
Explore a preloaded QPF-LNK assembly →Read the mounting and bandwidth guide →
Engineering RFQ / QPF-LNKDescribe the event.
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Include the peak force and pulse duration, your mounting space and existing DAQ. For replacements, add the complete original model and sensitivity.
Request a configuration quote, CAD availability and the calibration documentation you need.
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