Torque Meters

Shop Sauter torque meters, digital torque testers and static torque transducers for bottle closure testing, torque tool verification, production inspection and laboratory measurement. Compare DA, DB and DC models across capacities from 0.2 Nm to 500 Nm.

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Sauter DC-Y1 Torque Transducers

From £285.00

Sauter DC-Y2 Torque Transducers

From £490.00

Sauter DB bench-mounted digital torque gauge

Sauter DB Digital Torque Gauge

From £1,142.00

Sauter DA bottle cap torque tester front view

Sauter DA Digital Torque Gauge

£1,782.80

Professional Sauter Torque Meters

Torque measurement helps manufacturers, calibration teams and quality departments verify tightening force, test closures and monitor static torque accurately and consistently.

The Sauter DA is a bench-mounted bottle cap torque tester designed for screw closures on bottles, jars and packaging. Its fixture supports repeatable clockwise and anticlockwise testing in production and laboratory environments.

The Sauter DB range is designed for checking torque wrenches, torque screwdrivers and other hand tools. Models cover capacities from 0.5 Nm to 500 Nm and provide peak-hold, tolerance and data-transfer functions for inspection and reporting.

Sauter DC-Y1 and DC-Y2 static torque transducers convert applied torque into an electrical signal for use with compatible indicators, data acquisition equipment and purpose-built test systems.

Select a model by considering the expected torque, required readability, mounting arrangement, measurement direction and data output. Choosing a capacity close to the working range generally provides more useful resolution than selecting an unnecessarily high-capacity instrument.

Explore Sauter DA accessories, Sauter DB accessories and the dedicated torque transducers collection.

Choosing the Right Torque Measurement Instrument

Start with the application. The Sauter DA is intended for bottle cap and closure torque testing, while the Sauter DB is designed for torque wrench, screwdriver and hand-tool verification. DC-Y1 and DC-Y2 are static torque transducers intended for integration into compatible measurement systems and test rigs.

Next, identify the expected minimum and maximum torque. Choose a range that safely covers the application while providing suitable readability at the values you need to measure. Also check the fixture, drive or mounting arrangement so the load can be applied correctly and repeatably.

For reporting and quality control, consider whether peak capture, programmable limits, internal memory or PC connectivity are required. DA and DB digital torque gauges provide display and data functions, while DC transducers require compatible instrumentation to display, record or process the electrical output.

Regular verification and calibration help maintain confidence in torque measurements. The appropriate interval depends on use, operating conditions, quality procedures and the consequences of an incorrect result.

Bottle cap torque testing

Sauter DA torque testers are designed for measuring the opening and closing torque of screw caps on bottles, jars and other packaging closures.

Torque tool verification

Sauter DB digital torque gauges support routine checking of torque wrenches, torque screwdrivers and hand tools across capacities from 0.5 Nm to 500 Nm.

Static torque transducers

Sauter DC-Y1 and DC-Y2 transducers measure stationary torque within compatible test rigs, verification systems and data acquisition setups.

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Torque meter applications

These Sauter torque instruments support closure testing, torque tool verification, production inspection, laboratory measurement and static test-system integration.

Bottle and closure testing

Measure opening and closing torque on bottles, jars, cosmetic containers and other screw-cap packaging using the bench-mounted Sauter DA.

Torque tool verification

Check torque wrenches, torque screwdrivers and hand tools during maintenance, inspection and quality control using the Sauter DB range.

Static torque test systems

Integrate DC-Y1 or DC-Y2 static torque transducers into compatible test rigs and measurement systems for stationary torque monitoring.

How to choose a torque meter

Choose by application first, then compare torque range, readability, mounting requirements, measurement direction and data output.

Match the instrument to the test

Choose DA for bottle closures, DB for torque tools, or a DC-Y1/DC-Y2 transducer when building a compatible static measurement system.

Select the correct torque range

Use a capacity that safely covers the expected maximum torque while retaining suitable readability throughout the normal working range.

Check the fixture and direction

Confirm that the bottle fixture, tool drive or transducer mounting suits the test and that clockwise, anticlockwise or bidirectional measurement is supported as required.

Review data and calibration needs

Consider whether you need peak capture, tolerance limits, internal memory, USB or RS-232 output, compatible indicating equipment, and documented calibration.

Torque Meter FAQs

Answers to common questions about selecting Sauter torque gauges, bottle cap testers and static torque transducers.

What is the difference between a torque meter and a torque transducer?

A digital torque meter combines the sensing element, display and operating functions in one instrument. A torque transducer converts applied torque into an electrical signal and normally requires compatible indicating or data acquisition equipment.

What is the difference between the Sauter DA and DB?

The Sauter DA is a bench-mounted tester for bottle caps and screw closures. The Sauter DB is intended for checking torque wrenches, torque screwdrivers and other hand tools.

How do I choose the correct torque range?

Choose a capacity above the highest torque you expect to apply, but avoid an unnecessarily high range because a lower-capacity model will usually provide finer readability at the working value.

Do torque meters require calibration?

Regular calibration or verification is recommended to maintain confidence in the results. The interval should reflect frequency of use, operating conditions, quality requirements and measurement risk.