
Sauter FM-M Force Gauge
Sauter FM-M Force Gauge
Sauter FM-M force gauges use a separate measuring cell for higher-capacity tensile and compressive testing. The external sensor can be installed within a fixture or test frame while the graphic-assisted display remains in a convenient viewing position. Peak-hold captures the maximum result, track mode follows changing force, and programmable limits support repeated comparison tests.
Internal storage for up to 500 readings helps retain measurement results, while USB-C and PS/2 connections support compatible data transfer and device coupling. The range is suited to industrial quality control, component proof testing, research and maintenance applications where the sensor must be positioned independently from the display. Choose the model according to maximum force, readability, loading direction, mounting points and the space available around the test assembly.

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Product specification
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| Model | FM 1K EXT | FM 1K EXT | FM 3K | FM 3K | FM 5K | FM 5K | FM 10K | FM 10K | FM 20K | FM 20K |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Measuring Range | 1 kN | 1 kN | 3 kN | 3 kN | 5 kN | 5 kN | 10 kN | 10 kN | 20 kN | 20 kN |
| Readability | 0.5 N | 0.5 N | 1 N | 1 N | 2 N | 2 N | 5 N | 5 N | 10 N | 10 N |
| Tolerance | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Peak Function | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Hold / Track | Track mode | Track mode | Track mode | Track mode | Track mode | Track mode | Track mode | Track mode | Track mode | Track mode |
| Memory | Up to 500 values | Up to 500 values | Up to 500 values | Up to 500 values | Up to 500 values | Up to 500 values | Up to 500 values | Up to 500 values | Up to 500 values | Up to 500 values |
| Interfaces | USB-Device | USB-Device | USB-Device | USB-Device | USB-Device | USB-Device | USB-Device | USB-Device | USB-Device | USB-Device |
| Force Direction | Compression / Tension | Compression / Tension | Compression / Tension | Compression / Tension | Compression / Tension | Compression / Tension | Compression / Tension | Compression / Tension | Compression / Tension | Compression / Tension |
| Power Supply | Battery & Power supply | Battery & Power supply | Battery & Power supply | Battery & Power supply | Battery & Power supply | Battery & Power supply | Battery & Power supply | Battery & Power supply | Battery & Power supply | Battery & Power supply |
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FAQs
Does the FM-M have an external load cell?
Can it store results?
Which interfaces are available?
How should I select a model?
Choose by maximum force, readability, force direction, mounting and the intended fixture.



