When not otherwise specified, the 06 compensation is shipped. Gage Resistance Micro-Measurements strain gages are available in various resistance values that range from 30 to 5000 ohms. Strain gages with resistances of 120 and 350 ohms are commonly used in experimental stress analysis testing. Higher resistance gages are typically used in transducer applications and on composite materials. Each gage package is supplied with the GF, as well as its tolerance and temperature sensitivity.
All gages are sensitive, to some degree, to strains transverse to the grid direction.
When selecting a strain gage, it is most important to consider the adhesive that will be used to bond the gage, since the adhesive becomes part of the gage system and correspondingly affects the performance of the gage. Gage Dimensions Gage length is an important consideration in strain gage selection, and is usually the first parameter to be defined. Overall length and width refer to the actual foil pattern, not including alignment marks or backing.