Strain Gauge Extensometers Buyer’s Guide

Strain gauge extensometers from Lloyd Instruments measure elongation and strain directly on the test sample during tensile testing, providing more accurate modulus and strain-at-break data than crosshead displacement alone. These extensometers are essential for testing to ASTM and ISO standards that require true strain measurement.

Popular Strain Gauge Extensometers

Product SKU Price
Lloyd Instruments Extensometer Interface Cable LS Test Machine (1 input) 09/1047 $493
Lloyd Instruments STGA/80/25/E-ST Extensometer 01/2926 $11,773
Lloyd Instruments STGA/80/10/E-ST Extensometer 01/2925 $11,773
Lloyd Instruments STGA/50/100/E-ST Extensometer 01/2924 $11,773
Lloyd Instruments STGA/50/50/E-ST Extensometer 01/2923 $11,773
Lloyd Instruments STGA/50/25/E-ST Extensometer 01/2922 $11,773

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What does a strain gauge extensometer measure?
A: It measures the elongation or deformation of a material sample during a tensile or compression test, used to calculate strain and modulus.

Q: How is an extensometer different from a standard displacement sensor?
A: Extensometers clip or contact the sample directly to measure gauge-length change, giving more accurate strain data than crosshead displacement alone.

Q: What gauge lengths are available?
A: Gauge lengths vary by model to suit different sample sizes — check individual product specs for the exact range.

Q: Can extensometers be calibrated?
A: Yes — ICS offers A2LA-accredited calibration for extensometers as part of full material-testing-system calibration.

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