Mechanical Force Gauges Buyer’s Guide

Chatillon mechanical force gauges, including the LG and DG series, provide dependable dial-based push and pull force measurement without the need for batteries or calibration software. A popular choice for basic quality control checks and field use, these mechanical gauges remain a cost-effective option for force measurement up to several hundred pounds.

Popular Mechanical Force Gauges

Product	SKU	Price
Chatillon AFM Remote Loadcell Use with DFS3 Capacity : 1000lbf / 5000N Resolution : 0.0005 N Accuracy : 0.1% PE Thread size 1/2″-20F (AFM-1000)	AFM-1000	$1,231
Chatillon AFM Remote Loadcell Use with DFS3 Capacity : 500lbf / 2500N Resolution : 0.2 N Accuracy : 0.1% PE Thread size 1/2″-20F (AFM-500)	AFM-500	$1,231
Chatillon AFM Remote Loadcell Use with DFS3 Capacity : 200lbf / 1000N Resolution : 0.1 N Accuracy : 0.1% PE Thread size 1/4″-28F (AFM-200)	AFM-200	$1,231
Chatillon AFM Remote Loadcell Use with DFS3 Capacity : 100lbf / 500 N Resolution : 0.5 N Accuracy : 0.1% PE Thread size 1/4″-28F (AFM-100)	AFM-100	$1,231
Chatillon AFM Remote Loadcell Use with DFS3 Capacity : 50lbf / 250 N Resolution : 0.02 N Accuracy : 0.1% PE Thread size 1/4″-28F (AFM-050)	AFM-050	$1,231
Chatillon AFM Remote Loadcell Use with DFS3 Capacity : 25lbf / 100 N Resolution : 0.01 N Accuracy : 0.1% PE Thread size #10-32-M (AFM-025)	AFM-025	$1,499

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How does a mechanical force gauge differ from a digital one?
A: Mechanical gauges use an analog dial and internal spring mechanism instead of electronics — no batteries required, and they’re often preferred for simple pass/fail field checks.

Q: What accuracy do mechanical force gauges offer?
A: Typically ±1% of full scale, adequate for general QC and field verification where digital precision isn’t required.

Q: What capacity range is available?
A: From a few ounces up to several hundred pounds-force, depending on model.

Q: Can mechanical force gauges be calibrated?
A: Yes — ICS provides A2LA-accredited calibration and certification for mechanical force gauges.

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