MODEL 146 LOAD CELL CONDITIONER
Description
The Model 146 is a strain gage conditioner that is particularly well-suited for load cell applications. It provides bridge excitation, high gain, low output noise and adjustable frequency response. Each module features a 4½ digit LCD display, switch-selectable to show excitation or amplifier output. Two and four module benchtop carrying cases are available, which can mount any combination of Model 146 and Model 147 modules.
Specifications
Gain: Switch-selectable from 1 to 1000 in log steps, with vernier
Offset: Referred-to-Input and Referred-to-Output offset adjustment pots
Filter: Switch-selectable lowpass filter at 10, 100, 2k, or 10kHz, plus bypass
Output: ±10VDC max, up to 10mA load
Excitation: 1.25VDC to 15VDC, front panel adjustable, plus on/off switch
Bridge completion: Internal header mounts completion resistors for full, half, or quarter bridge configurations
Bridge Balance: Ten-turn locking trimpot, plus Coarse/Medium/Fine range select
Calibration: One of five switch-selectable precision cal resistors can be placed across one leg of the bridge
Meter: 4½ digit LCD meter indicates output signal level, or excitation voltage
Connectors: Bridge inputs are PT02-style bulkhead connectors; amplifier outputs are BNC
Identification: Front panel paper label holder allows each module to be marked with its signal source
Power: Unregulated ±24V from rack-mounted supply, which operates on 115VAC ±10% 50/60Hz
Mechanical: Model 4025-101 two-module assembly is 8.5" wide, 13" deep, and 9" high