
Sauter FM-S Force Gauge
Sauter FM-S Force Gauge
Sauter FM-S force gauges combine an integrated measuring cell with a graphic-assisted digital display for tensile and compressive testing. Peak-hold and track modes support maximum-force capture and continuous observation, while programmable limits provide clear guidance during repeated checks. The capacity indicator helps operators monitor the available measuring range throughout a test.
Internal storage for up to 500 readings supports organised result handling, with USB-C and PS/2 connections available for compatible data transfer and device coupling. The lower-capacity models can be used by hand or mounted on a suitable Sauter test stand, making the FM-S range a strong choice for component testing, product development and production quality control. Select the capacity, readability and attachments around the force level and sample geometry.

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Product specification
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| Model | FM 5 | FM 5 | FM 10 | FM 10 | FM 20 | FM 20 | FM 50 | FM 50 | FM 100 | FM 100 | FM 200 | FM 200 | FM 500 | FM 500 | FM 1K | FM 1K |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Measuring Range | 5 N | 5 N | 10 N | 10 N | 20 N | 20 N | 50 N | 50 N | 100 N | 100 N | 200 N | 200 N | 500 N | 500 N | 1 kN | 1 kN |
| Readability | 0.002 N | 0.002 N | 0.005 N | 0.005 N | 0.01 N | 0.01 N | 0.02 N | 0.02 N | 0.05 N | 0.05 N | 0.1 N | 0.1 N | 0.2 N | 0.2 N | 0.5 N | 0.5 N |
| Tolerance | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 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 | 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 | 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 | 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 | 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 | 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 | 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-S use an integrated sensor?
How many readings can it store?
Which interfaces are provided?
Can it show peak and live force?
Yes. Peak-hold captures the maximum and track mode displays changing force continuously.



