The K6D175a multi-component sensor enables force and torque measurement in three mutually perpendicular axes. The K6D175a multi-component sensor features a wide measuring range for forces and moments.
The K6D175a is a further development of the K6D175 sensor for reduced crosstalk to approximately 1% FS, particularly for the K6D175 50kN/5kNm variant.
The K6D175a variant uses 12 measuring channels, providing a 6×12 matrix for crosstalk compensation.
Instead of a 6×12 matrix with reduced crosstalk, two 6×6 matrices can also be used for redundant applications with reduced accuracy.

This multi-component sensor uses a rod structure in the form of a “Stewart platform” that records the forces and moments directly on the pitch circle of the fastening threads. This achieves maximum rigidity and the largest possible torque measuring range. The force is applied to the 1.7 mm raised segments. The 120H8 inner diameter of the segments serves as centering. The segmented, annular face ensures optimal force application and thus the best possible reproducibility on the order of approximately 0.2%.

The multi-component force sensor is ideal for robotics applications, such as:

• Collision detection
• Teach-in
• Presence or error detection
• Force or torque-controlled operation
• Load measurement in medical technology / prosthetics / orthopedic technology / gait analysis
• Measurements in sports medicine
• Comfort measurements / ergonomics measurements

The force and moment loads are evaluated using a GSV-8DS measuring amplifier, for example.
The K6D175 sensors are made of high-strength stainless steel 1.4542.