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VW2106 Vibrating Wire Readouts
The portable VW2106 Vibrating Wire Readout reads, displays, and logs both vibrating wire sensors and thermistors. Multi-sensor instruments such as Vibrating Wire Load Cells can be read via the expansion port and mating connector.
Overview
Overview
The VW2106 Vibrating Wire Readout has unprecedented accuracy and flexible memory options making it invaluable for projects with Vibrating Wire sensors. When using the data logger functionality of the readout, download times are quick and easy to do via the Host software which can be downloaded from the Resources section of this page.
Product Features
- Durable, compact design
- Large graphics display with a convenient backlight
- Reading in raw or engineering units
- Built-in multiplexer for load cells with up to 6 vibrating wire gauges and their thermistors
- Audible function feature to aid sensor diagnostics
Benefits
Benefits
Data insights
Ease of use
Improve safety
Features and benefits
Features and benefits
VW2106: Vibrating Wire Readout Specifications
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Vibrating Wire Readout Excitation Range | 400 Hz to 6000 Hz, 5 V Square Wave |
| Vibrating Wire Readout Resolution | 0.01 µs |
| Vibrating Wire Readout Timebase Accuracy | ±50 ppm |
| Supported Temperature Readout Sensors | NTC3000 (standard), NTC2252, NTC10K, RTD |
| Temperature Readout Accuracy | ±0.1°C |
| Temperature Readout Range | -50°C to 80°C |
| Display | Graphic 128 x 64 pixels large character display |
| Display Backlight | High efficiency LCD with auto off |
| Max Instrument Locations | 254 |
| Memory Capacity | 11,400 custom labelled points |
| Location Identification String | Up to 20 characters |
| Download Speed | 15 seconds (full memory) |
| Battery | 3 “AA” alkaline |
| Battery Indicator | On-screen, low battery indicator |
| Operating Temperature | -20°C to 60°C |
| Dimensions | W 22 cm x D 19 cm x H 9.5 cm (8.75 x 7.5 x 3.75in.) |
| Weight | 1.1 kg (2.4 lbs) |
Resources
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Industries
Industries
Construction
Energy
Surface metal
Underground mining
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