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C.3.2 Peak Mode
Peak force values displayed by FDX are the highest peak(s)
of tension or compression since peak memory was cleared.
If peak memory is cleared, the next peak value displayed will
be that of the next test. If additional tests are run after the
first test, without clearing the peak memory, the peak value
displayed will always be the highest peak of the series.
• Enter Peak Mode Press PEAK repeatedly to cycle through the display modes
until the desired PEAK icon is displayed.
• Clear Measurement Press ZERO to tare the gage and clear peak values before
each test for best accuracy and repeatability. See note below.
• Run Compression Test When the COMP PEAK icon is visible, begin compression test
by applying push force. Peak force is displayed. When a higher
compression force is applied, the new peak is displayed.
• Run Tension Test When the TENS PEAK icon is visible, begin tension test by
applying pull force. Peak force is displayed. When a higher
tension force is applied, the new peak is displayed.
• Recall Peaks Press PEAK to cycle through display modes.
• Clear Peak Memory Press ZERO to tare the gage and clear peak values.
• Return to Non-Peak Press PEAK until the PEAK icon is not displayed.
NOTE: It is important to know that the displayed peak value is the highest peak
since peak memory was last cleared. If ZERO is not pressed, while in COMP PEAK or
TENS PEAK mode, the peak values from previous tests will be held in memory. New
peak values will be not be detected.
Prior to actual test use, practice with FDX “Non-peak” and “Peak” modes to gain
familiarity. FDX in non-peak or peak mode is continuously measuring the
instantaneous force applied and continuously capturing peaks.
Press the PEAK button to recall peak values in non-peak as well as peak modes.
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