The M5-2-COF coefficient of friction (COF) gauge is an integral part of a COF testing system, typically including a motorized test stand and G1086 COF fixture.
This G1086 COF fixture is an integral part of a COF measurement system, typically including a motorized test stand and COF gauge. The G1086 can be used for a wide range of materials, ideal for conformance to ASTM D1894 and other relevant standards. Static and kinetic coefficients can be measured using the M5-2-COF gauge.
The fixture includes a large work table with sample clamp, level, 200 g sled, cable, and low-friction pulley. The fixture is directly compatible with the M5-2-COF gauge, and the ESM303 motorized test stand.
With a capacity of 10 N, the gauge can be used to measure friction for a wide range of materials, ideal for conformance to ASTM D1894 and other relevant standards. Static and kinetic coefficients are displayed on the backlit LCD, and are calculated from a user-programmable sled weight.
Data can be transferred to a PC or data collectors via USB, RS-232, Mitutoyo (Digimatic), or analog outputs. On-board memory for up to 1,000 readings is included, as are statistical calculations with output to a PC. Integrated set points with indicators and outputs are ideal for pass-fail testing and for triggering external devices such as an alarm, relay, or test stand. Configurable password protects against unauthorized changes to settings.
The M5-2-COF may also be used for a number of common tension and compression testing applications. The gauge is based on Series-5 advanced digital force gauges, and includes the series' full set of functions and settings.
The M5-2-COF includes MESUR™ Lite data acquisition software. MESUR™ Lite tabulates continuous or single point data. Data saved in the gauge's memory can also be downloaded in bulk. One-click export to Excel easily allows for further data manipulation.
Accuracy | ±0.1% of full scale |
Capacity x Resolution | 5 x 0.001 COF*, 2 x 0.0005 lbF, 32 x 0.01 ozF, 1 x 0.0002 kgF, 1000 x 0.2 gF, 10 x 0.002 N * Depends on the sled weight. For a 200 g weight, the COF capacity is 5. COF resolution is fixed at 0.001. |
Sampling rate | 7.000 Hz |
Power | AC or rechargeable battery. Multi-step low battery indicator is displayed, gauge shuts off automatically when power is too low. |
Battery Life | Backlight on: up to 7 hours of continuous use Backlight off: up to 24 hours of continuous use |
Outputs | USB / RS-232: Configurable up to 115,200 baud. Includes Gauge Control Language 2 for full computer control. Mitutoyo (Digimatic): Serial BCD suitable for all Mitutoyo SPC-compatible devices. Analog: ±1V DC, ±0.25% of full scale at capacity. General purpose: Three open drain outputs, one input. Set points: Three open drain lines. |
Configurable Settings | COF sled weight, digital filters, outputs, automatic output (via USB/RS-232), automatic shutoff, default settings, averaging mode, external trigger, passwords, key tones, audio alarms, backlight, calibration |
Safe overload | 150% of full scale (display shows "OVER" at 110% and above) |
Weight | 450 gram |
Warranty | 3 years |
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