Digital Force Gauges Buyer’s Guide

Digital force gauges from Chatillon and Mark-10 deliver precise, repeatable push and pull force measurement for quality control, product testing, and R&D applications. This category includes the Chatillon DFX, DFE, and DFS series and the Mark-10 Series 3 and Series 5 digital force gauges, covering capacities from a few ounces up to 5kN with data logging, peak hold, and multiple unit display options.

Popular Digital Force Gauges

Product SKU Price
Chatillon DFX3 Series Digital Force Gauge with NIST Certificate (200 lbf) (DFX3-200-NIST) DFX3-200-NIST $1,145
Chatillon DFX3 Series Digital Force Gauge (200 lbf) (DFX3-200) DFX3-200 $1,054
Chatillon DFX3 Series Digital Force Gauge with NIST Certificate (100 lbf) (DFX3-100-NIST) DFX3-100-NIST $1,145
Chatillon DFX3 Series Digital Force Gauge (100 lbf) (DFX3-100) DFX3-100 $1,054
Chatillon DFX3 Series Digital Force Gauge with NIST Certificate (50 lbf) (DFX3-050-NIST) DFX3-050-NIST $1,145
Chatillon DFX3 Series Digital Force Gauge (50 lbf) (DFX3-050) DFX3-050 $1,054

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What’s the difference between the Chatillon and Mark-10 digital force gauge lines?
A: Both are Ametek brands with overlapping capacity ranges; Mark-10 Series 3/5 emphasizes touchscreen interfaces and data output, while Chatillon DFX/DFE/DFS series covers a broader range of legacy-compatible and ergonomic form factors.

Q: What accuracy can I expect from a digital force gauge?
A: Most digital force gauges in this category are rated to ±0.1–0.5% of full scale, with peak-hold and data-logging functions for repeatable readings.

Q: Can digital force gauges be calibrated and certified?
A: Yes — ICS provides A2LA-accredited calibration with certificates traceable to NIST for all force gauges sold here.

Q: What capacity range is available?
A: From a few ounces up to 5kN (about 1,100 lbf), covering everything from small component testing to industrial force verification.

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