The CHATILLON® LG Series mechanical force gauge is ideal for a wide range of force testing applications. The LG Series features a larger, 2.25-inch dial for improved resolution and readability, peak hold button, ergonomic shape and improved accuracy of +0.5% of full scale. The LG gauge is an excellent, economical solution for tensile or compression testing.
Features
- Tensile (Pull) and compression (Push) testing
- Peak Load Switch
- Tare Ring
- Intrinsically Safe
Specifications
- Accuracy: ±0.5% of Full Scale
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Measurement Units: lbF, N or lgF (depending on the model)
- Overload Capacity: 110% of Rated Capacity
- Tare Capacity: 10% of Rated Capacity
- Dial Resolution: 0.5% of Full Scale
- Deflection (Full Scale): 10 mm (0.394 inches)
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Maximum overload: 150% of Rated Capacity
- Instrument Weight: 1.5 lbs [0.68 kg]
- Shipping Weight: 8.4 lbs (3.80 kg)
- Warranty: 2 years
Models Available
-LBF Dial
Model | Capacity x Resolution |
LG-002 | 2 x 0.01 lbF |
LG-005 | 5 x 0.025 lbF |
LG-080 | 80 x 4 ozF |
LG-010 | 10 x 0.05 lbF |
LG-020 | 20 x 0.1 lbF |
LG-030 | 30 x 0.15 lbF |
LG-050 | 50 x 0.25 lbF |
LG-075 | 75 x 0.375 lbF |
LG-100 | 100 x 0.5 lbF |
-N Dial
Model | Capacity x Resolution |
LG-10N | 10 x 0.05 N |
LG-20N | 20 x 0.1 N |
LG-30N | 30 x 0.15 N |
LG-50N | 50 x 0.25 N |
LG-100N | 100 x 0.05 N |
LG-200N | 200 x 1 N |
LG-300N | 300 x 1.5 N |
LG-500N | 500 x 2.5 N |
-KGF Dial
Model | Capacity x Resolution |
LG-1KG | 1 x 0.005 kgf |
LG-2KG | 2 x 0.01 kgf |
LG-3KG | 3 x 0.015 kgf |
LG-5KG | 5 x 0.025 kgf |
LG-10KG | 10 x 0.05 kgf |
LG-20KG | 20 x 0.1 kgf |
LG-30KG | 30 x 0.15 kgf |
LG-50KG | 50 x 0.25 kgf |
DPP and DPPH Discontinued Parts Conversion
Chatillon DPPH and DPP mechanical force gauges have been replaced by the DG and LG. Handles are not included, they are optional.
Units |
DPPH Series (Discontinued) |
DG / LG Series (Replacement) |
lbF
|
DPPH50 | LG-050 + Handles |
DPPH100 | LG-100 + Handles | |
DPPH150 |
DG-200 + Handles
|
|
DPPH200 | ||
DPPH250 | DG-300 + Handles | |
N
|
DPPH500N | LG-500N + Handles |
DPPH1000N | DG-1000N + Handles | |
KGF
|
DPPH25KG | LG-30KG + Handles |
DPPH50KG | LG-50KG + Handles | |
DPPH100KG | DG-100KG + Handles |
Units |
DPP Series (Discontinued) |
LG Series (Replacement) |
ozF
|
DPP16 |
LG-080
|
DPP32 | ||
DPP80 | ||
DPP160 | - | |
lbF
|
DPP1 | LG-002 |
DPP2 | LG-002 | |
DPP5 | LG-005 | |
DPP10 | LG-010 | |
DPP25 |
LG-030
|
|
DPP30 | ||
DPP50 | LG-050 | |
kgF
|
DPP500G |
LG-1KG
|
DPP1KG | ||
DPP2.5KG | LG-3KG | |
DPP5KG | LG-5KG | |
DPP10KG | LG-10KG | |
DPP25KG | LG-30KG | |
N
|
DPP5N |
LG-10N
|
DPP10N | ||
DPP25N | LG-30N | |
DPP50N | LG-50N | |
DPP100N | LG-100N | |
DPP200N | LG-200N |
Included Items
- LG mechanical force gauge
- Carrying case
- Chisel
- Cone
- V-groove,
- Hook
- Flat
- Extension rod
- NIST-traceable certificate of calibration with data
Dimensions

Documents
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