With the attachment of these research-grade force transducers to the free end of the muscle, muscle contraction of small animals can be accurately measured. There are many configurations of transducers: isometric, isotonic, variable range and precision fixed range force transducer, as well as a full line of accessories. All units have a small external element hard-wired to a small amplifier. This amplifier is hard-wired to a wall-type transformer. The transformer reduces line voltage to 12 VDC and is both UL and CSA listed. For 230 VAC, 50 Hz operation the transformer is VDE-listed. Factory-calibrated to deliver 5 VDC for full-rated load, these units are still linear for 100% overload (4 VDC). They have offset (tare) controls. The transducer amplifier has a 3-digit backlit LCD display that shows the output voltage. A standard BNC output connector is located at the rear of the amplifier.
