DSCUSB Toolkit Manual Strain Gauge or Load Cell Digitiser Module

Chapter 1 Introduction

This chapter provides an introduction to the DSCUSB products, describing the product range and main features.

Overview

The DSCUSB products are high-precision Strain Gauge Converters; converting a strain gauge sensor input to a

digital

USB serial output. They allow high precision measurements to be made and communicated directly to a PC. With the appropriate drivers installed, the DSCUSB appears as a virtual communication port to the PC .

Free-standing module fitted with 9-way ‘D’ type socket for load cell, temperature and digital I/O connections.

Integral USB lead with type ’A’ connector.

Dimensions:

Case: 86 x 57 x 26.5mm excluding connector (95mm (3.740”) including 9-way ‘D’ type socket) with 136cm (4.462 feet) USB cable.

Mantracourt Electronics Limited DSCUSB User Manual

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