Top Force Transducer

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Top Force Transducer method minimizes concrete build up and eliminates excavation on drilled concrete piles. Using Pile Dynamics, Inc’s Top Force Transducer allows for quick set up. When used with the Pile Driving Analyzer® (PDA) DLT Add-On, the Top Force Transducer improves force accuracy and reduces labor costs. Force measurements may be taken via bolted on gages, load cell, dolly, or from ram measurements.

Advantages Include:
• No “windows” in casting provide more accurate force
• Area and modulus are identifiable
• Less pile preparation required
• Eliminates excavations
• Accelerometers mounted near top of pile, no longer requiring two diameter distance
• Eliminates errors due to bending

Top Force Transducer

20-275

Top Force Transducer Technical Specifications

Physical

The 1150

Weight: 254 Kg (560 lbs.)

Height: 45.72 (18 in)

Transducer Diameter:  41cm (16 in)

Plates Diameter: 50.8 cm (20 in)

The 2400

Weight: 703 Kg (1550 lbs.)

Height: 50.8 cm (20 in)

Transducer Diameter: 61 cm (24 in)

Plates Diameter: 76.2 cm (30 in)

The 4000

Weight: 2177 Kg (4800 lbs.)

Height: 76.2 cm (30 in)

Transducer Diameter: 91 cm (36 in)

Plates Diameter: 111.7 cm (44 in)

Other

Compatible with Pile Dynamics Analyzer – Dynamic Load Tester (PDA-DLT)
Accelerometers, Strain Transducers, and Averaging Cables sold separately
Full one-year warranty
Setup Guide provided in PDF form on a USB Drive