Spi 30-197-8 Mechanical Tension Compression Force Gage

Product Description

The SPI 30-197-8 is a mechanical tension and compression force gage designed to measure both pulling and pushing forces in pound units. It operates on a mechanical spring-dial mechanism, requiring no batteries or external power, which makes it reliable in field and shop environments alike. The gage delivers a measurement accuracy of 1.0% of full scale, providing consistent, repeatable readings for load testing, quality control, and force verification tasks. At 1.65 pounds, it is lightweight enough for handheld use during assembly inspection, production line checks, or maintenance procedures where force measurement is required.

This force gage is suited for industrial, manufacturing, and trade applications where tension or compression loads need to be verified without electronic instrumentation. Typical use cases include spring tension testing, pull-force verification on fasteners or connectors, push-force checks on actuators, and general mechanical load measurement in both shop and field settings. It is appropriate for quality assurance technicians, mechanical inspectors, and maintenance professionals working in light to moderate force measurement applications.

Key Features

• Measures both tension and compression forces in a single instrument
• 1.0% accuracy for consistent, repeatable force readings
• Mechanical dial operation requires no batteries or power source
• Pound unit measurement for direct reading without conversion
• Compact and lightweight at 1.65 pounds for handheld use
• Single-unit packaging suitable for individual technician use

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose mechanical force gage suitable for tension and compression load measurement applications across industrial, manufacturing, and maintenance environments.

Installation Notes

No permanent installation is required for this handheld force gage. Before use, ensure the gage pointer is zeroed according to the manufacturer procedure. Apply force along the gage axis only to avoid side-loading, which can affect accuracy and damage internal components. Calibration should be verified periodically according to your facility quality program or applicable metrology standards.