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TORQUE GAUGE COMPARISON CHART

The following table summarizes the technical characteristics of Mark-10 torque gauges in an easy-to-read comparison format. Click here to download a PDF version.

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Model BGI Series MGT Series CT Series ST
Accuracy ±0.1% of full scale ± 1 digit + sensor ±0.5% of full scale ± 1 digit
Sampling rate 65 readings/s 30 readings/s 65 readings/s
Display rate (updates/s) 2.5 / 65 in peak mode 2.5 / 30 in peak mode 2.5 / 65 in peak mode
Power AC or rechargeable battery. Includes Intelligent Power Management System (IPM). IPM warns the user via a "LO BAT" indicator and then powers off the gauge. AC or non-rechargeable battery, includes IPM.
Battery life 8-10 hours of continuous use 30 hours of continuous use
Peak capture Yes, CW and CCW
Units of measurement

ozFin / lbFin, kgFmm / kgFm, Ncm / Nm

 lbFin, kgFmm, Ncm
Outputs Standard N/A Optional Standard
RS-232 Fully configurable up to 9600 baud. Includes Gauge Control Language (GCL). N/A Fully configurable up to 9600 baud.
Mitutoyo  (Digimatic) Serial BCD suitable for all Mitutoyo SPC-compatible devices N/A Serial BCD suitable for all Mitutoyo SPC-compatible devices
Analog ±1 VCD, ±0.25% of full scale at capacity. Positive for compression, negative for tension.

N/A
General purpose I/O Three open collector outputs and one input (utilizing Mitutoyo lines) N/A
Set points Three open collector lines (utilizing Mitutoyo lines) N/A
Analog ±1 VCD, ±0.25% of full scale at capacity. Positive for compression, negative for tension. N/A
Configurable Settings Analog filters, digital filters, outputs selection, automatic output (RS-232), automatic shutoff, initial (default), averaging mode, calibration N/A RS-232 and Mitutoyo output settings
Safe overload Dependent upon sensor  (display shows "----" at 110% and above) 150% of full scale (display shows "----" at 110% and above)
Weight 0.9 lb (0.4 kg) + sensor 1.8 lb (0.8 kg) 10 lb (4.5 kg) 4.8 lb (2.2 kg)
Included accessories Carrying case, AC adapter/charger, rechargeable 7.2V battery, NIST-traceable certificate of calibration Carrying case, AC adapter, non-rechargeable 7.2V battery, NIST-traceable certificate of calibration, chuck key Set of four posts, AC adapter, non-rechargeable 7.2V battery, NIST-traceable certificate of calibration AC adapter, non-rechargeable 7.2V battery, NIST-traceable certificate of calibration
Environmental requirements 40°F - 100°F [5°C - 45°C], <96% humidity (non-condensating)
Housing construction Aluminum
 
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