Real-time torque sensing via telemetry

Maple City, Mich .—Reportedly simple and easy to install, TorqueTrak 9000 Digital Radio Telemetry System turns any shaft into a rotating torque sensor. The system consists of a receiver unit and a miniature, battery-powered transmitter that rides on the shaft—allowing digital data to be broadcast from a torque-sensitive strain gage.

Maple City, Mich .—Reportedly simple and easy to install, TorqueTrak 9000 Digital Radio Telemetry System turns any shaft into a rotating torque sensor. The system consists of a receiver unit and a miniature, battery-powered transmitter that rides on the shaft—allowing digital data to be broadcast from a torque-sensitive strain gage. Typical transmit distance is 50 ft. TorqueTrak 9000 features 7 gain settings and 8 broadcast frequencies (all selectable by the user), auto-zero function, and low-battery indicator. Pricing is $2,395. The strain gage is not supplied, but consulting and selection services are provided. www.binsfeld.com .

Binsfeld Engineering Inc.