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What Are Strain/Bridge Input Modules?

C Series Strain/Bridge Input Modules measure signals from bridge-based sensors such as strain gages, load cells, and more. You can use these products to excite, condition, acquire, and digitize measurements.

Easily Connect to Strain Gages

C Series Strain/Bridge Input Modules and the accompanying NI software make it fast to connect strain gages and load cells to the module and begin testing, expediting your time to first test.

Program in C, .NET, and More

C Series Strain/Bridge Input Modules work with our free NI-DAQmx driver. You can take advantage of our documentation and example programs to begin programming your sound or vibration tests in the programming language of your choosing—including LabVIEW, Python, C, or C#.NET—for flexibility.

Acquire Strain Data without Programming

With C Series Strain/Bridge Input Modules, you easily can gather strain and load data from strain gages and load cells. Avoid programming by using FlexLogger™ application software: Spend time gathering data, not learning a new language.

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Researchers at Zhejiang University created a system to measure rod durability in internal combustion engines using CompactRIO, strain/bridge modules, and other I/O modules.

To be effective in your strain tests, you should understand the basic strain concepts, how strain gages work, and how to select the right configuration type.

Before conducting your tests, ensure that you know the fundamentals of load and torque measurements and how sensor specifications impact performance in your application.

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Need an IP67 rated device?

The Strain/Bridge Input Device for FieldDAQ is IP65/IP67 dust- and water-resistant, can operate in -40 °C to 85 °C environments, and can sustain 100 g shock and 10 g RMS vibration. Additionally, you can use the device for test-cell and outdoor environments, either stand-alone or as an extension of a CompactDAQ, CompactRIO, or PXI system.

HARDWARE BENEFITS

Hardware Service Options

Your hardware purchase includes the following services:

  • Three-year warranty for basic repair and calibration coverage
  • Basic functional test
  • Technical support

NI offers additional hardware services as part of expanded service programs that can improve uptime and lower maintenance costs.

PRODUCT SUPPORT RESOURCES

Find complete product documentation to learn how to get started and use the product.

Locate supported instrument drivers and downloads for the product.

Explore a wide range of support content, including examples and troubleshooting information.