Alarms, Amplifiers, and Transmitters for Strain Gauge, Bridge, Pressure Transducer or Sensor, Load Cell Applications

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  • LoopTracker® I/O LEDs
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  • Zero and Span Xmtr Output Calibration
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  • Full I/O/Power Isolation
Amplifiers for
  • Load Cells and Stain Gauges
  • Weighing Systems
  • Pressure Transducers and Sensors
  • Wheatstone Bridges
  • Force Transducers and Sensors


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Reference Info
Troubleshooting strain gauge sensors
LoopTracker and Output Test
Sink vs source

Application Notes
6-Wire strain gauges
Pressure sensor vs. pressure transmitter
Pressure transducer calibration
Weighing shipping containers
Pressure system calibration
Pressure transducer calibration
Plastic extruder pressure
Extrudung guitar strings
Custom product for high speed pill presses
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Model Input/Output Features Product

Isolated DC Amplifier for 1 to 4 Sensors:

  • Load Cells
  • Pressure Transducers and Sensors
  • Strain Gauges
  • Bridges
  • Force Transducers and Sensors

Field Selectable Minuteman Setup


API 4059 G  from $459

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Field configurable
0-5 mVDC to 0-400 mVDC, 120 mA
Accepts one to four sensors for input

Field settable excitation voltage
0-10 VDC in 1 VDC steps

18 field configurable outputs
0-1 V to ±10 V
0-2 mA to 0-20 mA, 4-20 mA
Zero Offset (Tare) ±100% of span in 15% increments
  • Minuteman one-minute setup
  • I/O LoopTracker LEDs
  • Full I/O/power isolation
  • Internal Bridge Excitation Source
  • Drive up to 4 bridges
  • Output test button
  • Uses API-011 11-pin socket
  • 115 VAC powered
  • A230 option for 230 VAC
  • D option: 9-30 VDC power (+$60)

Api 4059G
API 4059 G
Socket sold separately

Isolated DC Amplifier for 1 to 4 Sensors:

  • Load Cells
  • Pressure Transducers and Sensors
  • Strain Gauges
  • Bridges
  • Force Transducers and Sensors

Field Selectable Minuteman Setup


APD 4059  from $469

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Field configurable
0-5 mVDC to 0-400 mVDC

Field settable excitation voltage
0-10 VDC in 1 VDC steps, 120 mA
Accepts one to four sensors for input

18 field configurable outputs
0-1 V to ±10 V
0-2 mA to 0-20 mA, 4-20 mA
  • Minuteman one-minute setup
  • I/O LoopTracker LEDs
  • Full I/O/power isolation
  • Internal bridge excitation source
  • Drive up to 4 bridges
  • Output test button
  • DIN rail mount
  • 22.5 mm Wide
  • Universal power 85-265 VAC, 60-300 VDC
  • Option D for 9-30 VDC, 10-32 VAC power

APD 4059UL approved
APD 4059

Isolated DC Amplifier for 1 to 4 Sensors with
Calibration Resistor Option for:

  • Load Cells
  • Pressure Transducers and Sensors
  • Strain Gauges
  • Bridges
  • Force Transducers and Sensors

Field Selectable Minuteman Setup


APD 4059CR  from $499

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apd4059cr Field configurable input
0-5 mVDC to 0-400 mVDC

Field settable excitation voltage
0-10 VDC in 1 VDC steps, 120 mA
Use internal or external calibration resistor
Specify calibration resistor value if required
Accepts one to four sensors for input

18 field configurable outputs
0-1 V to ±10 V
0-2 mA to 0-20 mA, 4-20 mA
Zero Offset (Tare) ±100% of span in 15% increments
  • Minuteman one-minute setup
  • I/O LoopTracker LEDs
  • Full I/O/power isolation
  • Internal bridge excitation source
  • Drive up to 4 bridges
  • Calibrations switch
  • DIN rail mount
  • 22.5 mm Wide
  • Universal power 85-265 VAC, 60-300 VDC
  • Option D for 9-30 VDC, 10-32 VAC power


APD 4059UL approved
APD 4059CR
Discontinued Strain Gauge
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