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Cables and Connectors

A standard strain gage-based system typically consists of a force transducer (force plate), amplifier, computer or data acquisition system, mounting hardware and interconnecting cables. A shielded cable is required to connect the transducer to the signal conditioner (amplifier). This cable uses twisted pair conductors for signal and bridge excitation to provide the highest possible noise immunity. The cable has a standard length of 30 feet. AMTI supplies a variety of connectors for this cable to accommodate specific configurations and routinely makes custom cables to meet customer requirements.

CONNECTOR OPTIONS

AMTI offers a variety of connectors to suit lab specifications. Based on the specific equipment and configuration you desire, you can leave it to the product specialists at AMTI to recommend the appropriate cable connector for your needs.

Cable End	Transducer End	Connector Type
		High Density 26P D-Sub Connector A high density, 26-pin, D-Subminiature connector, independent bridge wiring for all channels. Commonly used for: force plates.
		Detoronics Straight 26-Pin A 26-pin, circular connector, independent bridge wiring for all channels. Commonly used for: force sensors.
		Souriau Straight 26-Pin A 26-pin circular connector, independat bridge wiring for all channels. Commonly used for: force sensors.
		Souriau Right Angle 26-Pin A right angle Souriau connector with the cable exiting out to the left side, independent bridge wiring for all channels. Commonly used for: force sensors in confined space applications.
		Glenair 19-pin Waterproof A high pressure, stainless steel, 19-pin, waterproof connector with common bridge excitation wired to all channels. Commonly used for: underwater force sensors with common excitation.
		D.G. O'Brien Waterproof A high pressure, stainless steel, 26-pin, waterproof connector, independant bridge wiring for all channels. Consult factory for availability. Commonly used for: underwater force plates & force sensors with individual excitation.

Amplifier Output Cable Options

	5405C Connects amplifier analog output to BNC connectors, analog cable output, 6.56 ft (2 meters). Used for input to systems with BNC connector inputs.
	5405D Connects amplifier analog output to stripped conductors, analog cable output, 6.56 ft (2 meters). Used for input to systems with screw terminal inputs.

Contact the AMTI sales team for more information regarding AMTI cable and connector options.