Foil Type Strain Gauges
Reliable, Accurate Sensors for General-Purpose Strain Measurement
Foil strain gauges are the most widely used sensors for measuring strain in materials and components under load. At Proact IMS, we offer a comprehensive range of bonded foil strain gauges designed for high sensitivity, stable performance, and ease of installation. These gauges are ideal for applications ranging from laboratory testing to industrial structural monitoring.
Crafted with metal foil grids mounted on an insulating backing, our gauges ensure high linearity and minimal hysteresis across various environments and substrates.
Features of Foil Strain Gauges
- High sensitivity with stable gauge factor across standard measurement ranges
- Available in quarter-bridge, half-bridge, and full-bridge configurations
- Standard resistance options: 120Ω, 350Ω, 1000Ω
- Compact size, suitable for surface mounting on a wide variety of materials
- Backing materials: polyimide, epoxy, and ceramic for different thermal and chemical resistances
- Available with pre-attached lead wires for ease of wiring and strain relief
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Automotive & Aerospace
- Chassis stress analysis, suspension arm testing, aircraft skin strain mapping
Civil & Structural Engineering
- Monitoring stress in concrete beams, steel trusses, and bridge decks
Industrial Machinery
- Fatigue testing, bolt tension validation, shaft strain monitoring
Research & Development Labs
- Material deformation studies, tensile/compression testing, plasticity research
Medical & Biomedical Devices
- Small-scale components and fatigue-sensitive equipment analysis
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Integration & Compatibility
- Designed for compatibility with Wheatstone bridge circuits
- Works with NI DAQ systems, SCADA, LabVIEW, and any other DAQs which inputs quarter bridge
- Optional integration with signal amplifiers, multiplexers, and wireless transmitters
- Calibration services available with traceability to national standards
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- Single grid, dual grid, and rosette layouts
- Temperature-compensated models for steel, aluminum, or composites
- Special adhesives and surface preparation kits
- Encapsulated models for protection in wet or corrosive environments
Why Choose Proact IMS Foil Strain Gauges?
- High-performance sensors for industrial and academic use
- Custom design support for grid size, pattern, and packaging
- In-stock availability of standard types for fast delivery
- Backed by expert technical support and documentation
- Trusted by OEMs, testing facilities, and global engineering firms
