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 os3610

 

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Figure 4

 – Weld Location / Sequence 

 
Allow the weld to cool and remove the Setting Bar. Clean off welding slag and inspect weld.  
 

Mounting To Steel (Bold-On Brackets): 

 
An alternative mounting bracket shown in Figure 5 is available as an option that can be fastened 
to the test specimen using two ¼-20 screws. Button head cap screws are recommended to allow 
clearance for set screw Hex-Key. It is important that mounting brackets are properly spaced and 
axially aligned prior to mounting. If axial alignment is not maintained, the sensor may bind 
leading to reduced sensor accuracy. The Setting Bar shown in Figure 2 is available to hold the 
mounting brackets in alignment and properly spaced while the mounting holes are transferred to 
the specimen surface. The Setting Bar has flats cut into each end that properly position the end 
brackets. Alternatively, the Bolt-on drill guide listed in the “Installation Tools” section can be 
used. To use the Drill Guide, securely clamp it to the surface. Drill the four holes using the Drill 
Guide to guide the drill bit. After both brackets are bolted securely to the surface, check the 
alignment by verifying that the Setting Bar will drop into the brackets. 
 

 

Figure 5

 – Bolt-On Mounting Bracket 

 
 

Mounting To Concrete: 

 
The concrete mounting brackets shown in Figure 6 may be attached to concrete by inserting the 
concrete mounting bracket stud into a drilled hole and securing with anchoring cement or epoxy.   

Summary of Contents for os3610

Page 1: ...I n s t a l l a t i o n G u i d e R e v A Surface Mount Strain Sensor os3610 Micron Optics Inc 1852 Century Place NE Atlanta GA 30345 USA phone 404 325 0005 fax 404 325 4082 www micronoptics com ...

Page 2: ...e results are to be obtained Several installation tools are available from Micron Optics to aid in installation Note that tools are available for Grout in and Bolt on applications of gage length 25 4 cm and 100 cm Installation Tools Grout in Drill Guide 25 4 cm Grout in Drill Guide 100 cm Bolt on Drill Guide 25 4 cm Bolt on Drill Guide 100 cm Setting Bar 25 4 cm Setting Bar 100 cm Mounting To Stee...

Page 3: ...is inserted in both mounting bracket and held in place with the set screws shown in Figure 3 Figure 3 Close up of mounting bracket Setting Bar The steel surface should be cleaned to remove scale rust dirt and oil Position the Setting Bar with the attached mounting brackets on the steel surface to be measured Align the axis of the Setting Bar with the axis of strain to be measured While holding the...

Page 4: ...ading to reduced sensor accuracy The Setting Bar shown in Figure 2 is available to hold the mounting brackets in alignment and properly spaced while the mounting holes are transferred to the specimen surface The Setting Bar has flats cut into each end that properly position the end brackets Alternatively the Bolt on drill guide listed in the Installation Tools section can be used To use the Drill ...

Page 5: ...rill guide into hole just drilled This will help hold Drill Guide in place while second hole is drilled Now Place hammer drill in hole on other end of Drill Guide and drill hole Clean out holes with vacuum or compressed air Attach the mounting brackets to the Setting Bar as shown in Figure 3 to maintain proper alignment and spacing Grout the mounting bracket studs into place in the drilled holes u...

Page 6: ...ly in tension and compression the sensor should be installed centered within its range The pre Strain can be visually adjusted by monitoring the two gaps shown in Figure 9 The sensor can be centered or biased to one side of its range The sensor pretension and corresponding wavelength can be adjusted by gently grasping the Active end of the sensor and sliding it in the mounting bracket If desired t...

Page 7: ...n One method that may be applicable to civil structures is detailed here This method utilizes expanded polystyrene EPS foam insulation and a stainless steel cover shown in Figure 10 These parts are available from Micron Optics as an accessory Sensor Accessories os3610 Protective Cover and Insulation Kit 25 4 cm Universal Connector Protection Fitting PF Kit This method may not be applicable to all ...

Page 8: ...mine where the fiber will enter and exit the stainless steel cover shown in Figure 13 The foam insulation can be cut with a knife as needed to provide fiber access The EPS foam insulation can be attached to a variety of surface materials using a silicone sealant such as 3M Super Silicone Sealant Part No 08663 or other compatible adhesive Complete the insulation assembly by attaching the EPS foam c...

Page 9: ...inless steel cover shown in Figure 13 This cover provides additional protection to the sensor from weather and physical damage Notice the cover is supplied with 4 knockout holes to provide a variety of fiber routing configurations The knockout holes are 88 inch 22 4 mm in diameter and will accept conduit fittings such as Hubbell Part Numbers P050NGYA Figure 13 Stainless Steel Cover ...

Page 10: ... t i c s I n c o s 3 6 1 0 I n s t a l l a t i o n G u i d e R e v i s i o n A 10 The drawings for the stainless steel cover and EPS insulation are provided for those preferring to modify or provide their own covers Figure 14 Cover Lid Drawing Figure 15 Cover Base Drawings ...

Page 11: ...Long Gage Strain Sensor os3610 C o p y r i g h t 2 0 1 2 M i c r o n O p t i c s I n c o s 3 6 1 0 I n s t a l l a t i o n G u i d e R e v i s i o n A 11 Figure 16 Insulation Frame ...

Page 12: ...Long Gage Strain Sensor os3610 C o p y r i g h t 2 0 1 2 M i c r o n O p t i c s I n c o s 3 6 1 0 I n s t a l l a t i o n G u i d e R e v i s i o n A 12 Figure 17 Insulation Lid ...

Page 13: ...ensor cable also needs to be protected from the elements If the cable end is not protected the cable could become a path for moisture to enter the sensor One method of protecting sensors supplied with FC APC connectors is to use the Universal Connector Protection Fitting PF Kit from Micron Optics The Kit shown in Figure 18 contains everything needed to protect an FC APC connection Figure 18 Univer...

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