The AFTI Display (Advanced Force & Torque Indicator) is a high-quality, rechargeable, battery-powered display unit designed exclusively for use with Mecmesin’s range of ‘Smart’ Transducers. Compact and easy to use, the AFTI provides accurate force and torque measurement data in a portable and convenient format.
When connected to a Mecmesin Smart Transducer, the AFTI delivers precise measurement results for a wide variety of force and torque testing applications. Its rechargeable design provides excellent portability, making it suitable for both laboratory and production environments.
Mecmesin Smart Transducers can also be connected to the Advanced Force Gauge (AFG), providing additional flexibility for users who require force measurement using the AFG’s integrated display and internal loadcell capabilities.
Key Features
- Designed exclusively for Mecmesin Smart Transducers
- Portable, rechargeable battery-powered operation
- Accurate force and torque measurement display
- Compact and easy-to-use design
- Suitable for laboratory, quality control, and production applications
- Compatible with a wide range of Mecmesin Smart Transducers
- Smart Transducers can also be used with Mecmesin Advanced Force Gauges (AFG)
- Professional calibration services available through S.I.Instruments
Mecmesin Force Measurement Solutions: CFG+ vs BFG vs AFG vs VFG vs AFTI
Mecmesin offers a range of force measurement solutions designed to suit different testing requirements, from basic force measurement through to advanced testing systems with touchscreen operation and Smart sensor compatibility.
| Feature | CFG+ | BFG | AFG | VFG | AFTI |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Compact Force Gauge | Basic Force Gauge | Advanced Force Gauge | Vector Force Gauge | Advanced Force & Torque Indicator |
| Position in Range | Entry-level | Production-grade | Advanced | Premium Touchscreen | Indicator for Smart Sensors |
| Measures Force | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes (with Smart Transducer) |
| Measures Torque | No | No | Via Smart Sensors | Via Smart Sensors | Yes (with Smart Torque Transducer) |
| Handheld Use | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Test Stand Compatible | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | N/A |
| Touchscreen Interface | No | No | No | Yes | No |
| Smart Sensor Compatibility | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Smart Torque Sensor Compatibility | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Data Transfer | RS232 | Basic connectivity | Advanced connectivity | Advanced connectivity | Smart sensor connectivity |
| Ideal Application | Routine testing | Production testing | QA, laboratory & R&D | Advanced testing & digital workflows | Flexible force and torque measurement |
CFG+ (Compact Force Gauge+)
The CFG+ is the most economical force gauge in the Mecmesin range, offering simple tension and compression measurement with RS232 output for PC data collection.
Best for:
- Routine force testing
- Basic quality control
- Educational applications
- Budget-conscious users
BFG (Basic Force Gauge)
The BFG is a rugged and reliable force gauge designed for everyday use on the shop floor and in production environments.
Best for:
- Manufacturing
- Production testing
- Routine quality inspections
- General force measurement
AFG (Advanced Force Gauge)
The AFG provides higher accuracy and expanded functionality while remaining easy to use.
Best for:
- Quality assurance
- Product validation
- Research and development
- Advanced force measurement applications
Key advantage: Compatible with Mecmesin Smart force and torque transducers.
VFG (Vector Force Gauge)
The VFG is Mecmesin’s latest touchscreen force gauge, powered by Vector OS.
Best for:
- Modern digital testing environments
- Advanced quality control
- Research and development
- High-volume testing operations
Key advantage: Intuitive touchscreen interface combined with advanced force measurement capability.
AFTI (Advanced Force & Torque Indicator)
The AFTI differs from the other products because it is not a force gauge with an internal loadcell. Instead, it is a portable display and measurement unit designed for use with Mecmesin Smart Force and Torque Transducers.
Best for:
- Flexible force and torque measurement
- Applications requiring interchangeable sensors
- Portable testing environments
- Users requiring multiple force and torque capacities from one display
Key advantages:
- Compatible with Mecmesin Smart Force and Smart Torque Transducers
- Measures both force and torque
- Rechargeable battery-powered operation
- Compact and portable design
- Allows users to select the sensor best suited to each application
Which One Should You Choose?
✅ CFG+ – Entry-level force measurement with basic data logging.
✅ BFG – Robust production testing and everyday quality control.
✅ AFG – Advanced force measurement with Smart sensor compatibility.
✅ VFG – Premium touchscreen force gauge with Vector OS.
✅ AFTI – Flexible force and torque indicator for use with interchangeable Smart transducers.
Simple Range Positioning
CFG+ → BFG → AFG → VFG
Economy → Production → Advanced → Premium Touchscreen
AFTI = Flexible Smart Sensor Platform
Ideal when multiple force or torque sensors are required from a single display unit.
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