Kistler / Kistler Group — Precision Dynamic Measurement Instruments & Sensors
Global supply of precision dynamic measurement systems from Kistler / Kistler Group (Switzerland). Piezoelectric pressure sensors, quartz force transducers, KiTorq torque measuring flanges, IEPE accelerometers, and KiDAQ data acquisition modules from SpareX.
Piezoelectric and Piezoresistive Pressure Sensors Kistler
Kistler piezoelectric pressure sensors record dynamic and quasi-static fluid and gas pressure curves across measuring spans up to 8000 bar. Miniature M5 transducers measure pressure inside narrow cavities, while PiezoStar crystals sustain high thermal loads.
- Dynamic and quasi-static pressure measuring spans from 0..5 up to 8000 bar
- Miniature M5 threaded sensors series 4017A and 4012A for confined spaces
- PiezoStar crystal sensing elements operating with high thermal stability
- Diaphragm assemblies, front-sealing adapters, and high-insulation cables
Quartz Force Sensors and Multicomponent Dynamometers Kistler
Kistler quartz force sensors and dynamometers track dynamic and quasi-static tensile and compressive loads from 5 N to 700 kN. SlimLine ring sensors integrate into stamping presses, while triaxial 9317C transducers resolve orthogonal Fx, Fy, and Fz force vectors without crosstalk.
- Tensile and compressive force measuring range from 5 N to 700 kN
- Compact SlimLine ring force transducers 9134C and 9102C for press lines
- Triaxial quartz load cells 9317C resolving orthogonal multi-axis loads
- Preload studs, mounting rings, distribution boxes, and connector plugs
KiTorq Measuring Flanges and Shaft Torque Transducers Kistler
KiTorq contactless measuring flanges and shaft torque transducers cover measuring spans from 50 to 10 000 Nm at speeds up to 20 000 rpm. Digital stator telemetry eliminates contact wear and signal drift during durability testing of electric motor drives and vehicle transmissions.
- Torque measuring ranges from 50 up to 10 000 Nm on KiTorq flange platforms
- Maximum operating rotor rotational speed rated up to 20 000 rpm
- High-accuracy dual range shaft torque transducers series 4503B and 4502A
- Stator receiver antenna units, flexible couplings, and interface cords
IEPE Accelerometers and High-Temperature Vibration Sensors
Kistler accelerometers and vibration sensors built on IEPE, charge output, and MEMS platforms support modal testing, vibration monitoring, and vehicle crash analysis. KiVibe transducers offer thermal stability and linear response across wide acoustic and shock excitation profiles.
- Vibration measurement frequency band spanning fractions of Hz to tens of kHz
- Triaxial miniature IEPE vibration transducers from the KiVibe family
- High-temperature charge mode sensors engineered for aerospace testing
- Magnetic mounting adapters, isolated mounting studs, and Microdot cords
Laboratory and Industrial Charge Amplifiers Kistler
Precision Kistler charge amplifiers series 5074B and 5167A transform picocoulomb charge outputs from piezoelectric crystals into proportional voltage signals and digital streams. Units feature hardware bandpass filtering and real-time connectivity including EtherCAT and Profinet.
- Wide input charge conversion range covering 2 up to 2 200 000 pC
- Multichannel digital amplifiers series 5074B and 5167A with EtherCAT
- Hardware filtering circuits and automatic zero reset drift suppression
- BNC coaxial input sockets, Piezotron couplers, and stable power packs
Modular KiDAQ Systems and ComoNeo Process Monitors
KiDAQ data acquisition platforms alongside ComoNeo and maXYmos process monitors provide real-time quality verification across manufacturing cells. The ComoNeo platform supervises cavity pressure in plastic molds, while maXYmos tracks force-displacement profiles during press-fit tasks.
- Synchronous signal acquisition from analog and charge channels in KiDAQ
- Real-time cavity pressure supervision in plastic molding with ComoNeo
- Automated force-displacement curve assessment during assembly via maXYmos
- I/O expansion modules, industrial interface boards, and rugged enclosures
Dynamic Measurement Technology Portfolio of Kistler Group
Swiss manufacturer Kistler Group is an international market leader in dynamic measurement technology for pressure, force, torque, and acceleration.
Core sensing transducers incorporate high-stability quartz crystals and proprietary PiezoStar synthetic crystal elements, delivering extreme mechanical stiffness.
The equipment portfolio features miniature fluid pressure sensors rated up to 8000 bar, multicomponent quartz cutting force dynamometers, KiTorq digital torque measuring flanges, and high-speed KiDAQ data acquisition platforms.
Instrumentation Chain Selection and Application Engineering
Selecting the right Kistler measurement chain depends on target physical parameters, operating thermal conditions, frequency bandwidth, and signal transmission topology. Static and quasi-static tasks employ piezoresistive units, whereas fast dynamic transients require piezoelectric quartz sensors.
SpareX provides expert instrumentation engineering, charge amplifier impedance and bandwidth matching, and direct supply of measurement instruments for test laboratories and industrial automation.
Kistler / Kistler Group and model names are trademarks of their respective owners and are used only to identify the equipment for which we source parts. SpareX is not an official dealer, distributor or representative of Kistler / Kistler Group and is not affiliated with the trademark owner. Origin, documents and warranty are stated for each item in the quotation.
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Documents and sources
- Kistler Group company profile — dynamic measurement technology in Winterthur
- Kistler piezoelectric pressure sensors — technical catalog and specifications
- Kistler quartz force sensors and dynamometers — loads from 5 N to 700 kN
- KiTorq measuring flanges and shaft torque transducers — specifications
- Kistler laboratory and modular charge amplifiers — signal conditioning
- Kistler accelerometers — technical catalog and specifications
- KiDAQ data systems — acquisition platforms and process monitoring
