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Digital Force Gauge

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Instruction Manual

Please read carefully before you use.

Please read the entire instruction manual (include Safety Precaution) thoroughly before operation.
Safety Precaution *Please keep this instruction manual at your side after you read.

Observe all warnings and cautions; it is extremely important and any safety serious contents are described.
Expression and meaning are as follows.

Warning When you use FGJN wrongly, it may cause serious problem, such as death or severe injury.

Caution When you use FGJN wrongly, it might cause serious problem depend on the situation.

Here are pictures which you have to follow.

It shows the reminder.

It shows the prohibition.

It shows the compulsion which you have to do.

Warning

Please be careful to the flying apart Do not use scarred hook or deformed
of the test substance. hook.
At the breakdown test or break test, you might
They might be broken or slip. Heavy test
get injury due to the flying apart of the objects.
substance might hit your hoot.
Please wear the mask for the protection, and
pay proper attention to safety.

Caution

When “OVR” is displayed, it

Do not load more than rated capacity. means overload. Please reduce
the load immediately. Measuring
Sensor may be broken. If you load further more, accident value which is measured during
may happen because of the broken parts. the “OVR” is not correct.

Caution

Please use only supplied AC adapter Do not charge and use the FGJN other
for charging. than AC 100 - 230V.
If you use non-supplied AC adapter, electronic
circuit might be broken, and fire break might happen. Become the source of fire disaster and electric shock.

Please plug the AC adapter in firmly. Do not touch the AC adapter with wet
hand.
When it is loose, short out and electric shock, and
then it might be fire hazard. There is the threat of electric shock.

Do not take down, repair, and make Do not pull the code to unplug the AC

alterations to FGJN. adapter.

The code might be cut and short out, and
You might be hurt because of the unusual operation. then it might be fire hazard.
Safety precaution
Caution
Do not use and keep the FGJN under
Do not use AC plug covered with dust.
the following circumstances.
・ Location which will be gotten water ・ Dusty, salinity and iron content environments
It might the cause of the fire. ・ Locations which receive direct sunlight ・ Location which will be gotten oil and chemical
・ Dew condensation place ・ Corrosive and Flammable gas environment

When the FGJN is dirty, please wipe with dry soft

Please use the FGJN in operating
cloth, or please give the cloth soak in detergent
which has mixed with water, then wring the cloth and
temperature in range ０℃～４０℃ .
wipe with it. Do not use a volatile chemical such as
If you use FGP beyond above temperature, FGP
benzene, thinner, and alcohol. might operate unusual.

We recommend the force gauge to be checked Please operate the force gauge within
and calibrated regularly. Though it is depend on operating humidity range; 35 ～ 85RH.
the frequency of use and loading, the accuracy of
If you use the force gauge beyond the above range,
measurement will be declined with time.
it might produce improper operation.

Caution before use.

Caution
１． Do not press the button with ２． Do not load bending direction or twisting direction.
a sharp-pointed object.

Bending direction Overload

Twisting direction

PEAK ZERO

MEM

UNIT

PEAK ZERO PEAK ZERO

MEM MEM

UNIT UNIT

３． Do not fall the force gauge.

FGP can measure pulling load and compression load. Do not load bending
direction or twisting direction. Though FGJN has a stopper which protects
the sensor from careless operation, this stopper is helplessness for impact
load, bending direction, and twisting direction.
IT
UN Do not fall the force gauge
４． Do not use the force gauge in location which will be gotten water.
M
ME
RO
ZE
K
into the ground. Sensor
PEA
might be broken and
you cannot get accurate
measurement value.

PEA
K
ZE
RO
ME
UN M
IT

５． Measuring very small loading This force gauge is not water

proof. Please do not operate
UNIT the force gauge in location
Tracking is ON at the factory MEM which will be gotten water.
default. When you measure ZERO PEAK

small load, please turn the

tracking OFF. ( ⇒ Please refer
4.4. Tracking)
 INDEX
1.Product features  
4
2.Confirmation of standard accessories   4
3.Part names and functions   5
3.1.Main unit  
5
3.2.Display  
6
   
3.2.1.Part names  
6
   
3.2.2.Numeric display  
6
   
3.2.3.Unit display  
6
    3.2.4.Peak hold mode display   6
4.Before use  
7
4.1.Charge  
7
4.2.Attaching measuring adapter   7
4.3.Attaching hanger  
7
4.4.Tracking     8
4.5.Function setting   8
   4.5.1.Sign: f01    9
    4.5.2.Display update time: f02   9
   4.5.3.Auto power off: f03      9
   
4.5.4.Function mode-end 10
4.6.Reverse the display 10
5.Feature and Operation 10
5.1.Overview of operation 10
5.2.Measuring mode 11
    5.2.1Standard measuring mode 11
   
5.2.2 Peak hold mode 11
5.3.Change display unit 11
5.4.Tare 11
5.5.Overload 11
6.Frequently-asked questions 12
6.1.Questions for trouble 12
6.2.Questions for technical 12
7.Support 13
7.1.Repair and Calibration 13
7.2.Warranty 13
8.Specifications and Dimensions 14
Dimensions 14
Force measuring attachments 14

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 1.Product Features
● Nickel –hydrogen battery enable us to use long time

→ 4.1. Charge

● Rated Capacity 2.000N (200.0gf, 8oz) ～ 500N (50.0kgf, 100lb)

→ 8 Specifications and Dimensions

● Reverse the display of the measuring value and the unit.

→ 4.6. Reverse the display

● One touch shimple operation for changing the unit N, kg(g), Lb(oz).
→ 5.3. Change display unit

● Measure peak value at plus and minus side.

→ 5.2.2. Peak hold mode

● High-speed measuring (1000times/second)

→ 5.2.2. Peak hold mode

● Display update time is selectable up to 20 times/second.

→ 4.5.2 Display update time

2.Confirmation of Standard Accessories

● Before you use, please confirm the following items are included in the carrying case.

１． Main Unit ３． Instruction manual ゲージ

フォース
デジタル
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Check the model number

４． Measuring adapters
M6 adapters are included with other types.

２． AC adapter Hook Flat head Cone head Notched head Chisel

Ｍ６ φ 12 70° 70 ゜ 70 ゜
Ｍ４ φ８ 60 ゜ 90 ゜ 60 ゜

Extension rod L:92(M6)/L:86(M4)

５． Hunger ６． USB cable （2.0m）

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3． Part names and functions

3.1.Main Unit

① Sensor shaft

② Display

③ PEAK key
⑤ＺＥＲＯ key

④ＵＮＩＴ key

⑨ Threaded hole

⑥ＰＯＷＥＲ key

Model number

⑦ AC adapter port
⑧ Hanger attachment bolt

① Sensor shaft Force bolt (Push/Pull Force)

② Display Display the load and the unit.
③ ＰＥＡＫ key ・ Switch standard measuring mode, + peak hold mode, or – peak hold mode.
・ Tracking ON/OFF.
・ It is used for function setting.
④ ＵＮＩＴ key ・ Switch the unit (N ⇒ Kg ⇒ lb(oz) ⇒ N)
・ It is used for reverse the display.
・ Tracking ON/OFF.
・ It is used for function setting.
⑤ ＺＥＲＯ key ・ Tare at standard measuring mode (not display a peak value).
・ It is used for function setting.
・ Press the ZERO key under the peak hold mode (display the peak value), clear the peak value. In this case,
tare does not perform. If you need tare, press the peak key to change into standard measuring mode,
then press the Zero key.
⑥ ＰＯＷＥＲ key ・ Press the POWER and release to turn ON/OFF.
・ It is used for reverse the display.
・ Tracking ON/OFF.
・ It is used for function setting.
⑦ AC adapter port Supply the electricity through the AC adapter.
⑧ Hanger attachement bolt Attache the hanger with this bolt.
⑨ Threaded hole Use this threaded hole in order to attach the FGJN with a stand.

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3.2.Display
3.2.1.Part names

Display of unit

Display of measuring value.

Display of peak hold mode

3.2.2.Numeric Display
Display the measuring value with sign and 4 digits numbers. Compression force: plus, Tension force: minus.
(It’ s available to switch plus/minus with the setting of function (f01)).
Reverse display is available.

3.2.3.Unit Display
Display the units. In case of overload, “OVR” is shown. “PWR” appears to notify that there is 1 minute before power off.
Newton Kilogram Gram Pound Ounce

Display of unit

Kg/g, lb/oz are decided by rating capacity.

1 minut before
Overload
power off.

Reverse display is available.

3.2.4.Peak hold mode display

Depend on the condition of the force gauge, the following display is shown.

In case of the voltage of During the charge “PEAK” has turned on

“PEAK” has turned on
internal nickel hydride of battery, “BAT” is
when plus peak hold when minus peak hold
battery decrease, “ LO shown. Even if turn
the power off during mode, ※ mode. ※
BAT “ has turned on and
off. Please connect AC the charge “BAT” has
adapter to charge the displayed. ※ Pleaes discern plus peak hold mode and minus peak hold mode with or without “– “.
battery.

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 4.Before use
4.1.Charge
Do not charge with non- Please use AC adapter which supplied with FGJN. If you use non-attached AC
adapter, electronic circuit might be broken and fire might happen.
attached AC adapter.

Before the FGJN arrive at your hand, nickel hydride battery might discharge electricity.
Please plug attached AC adapter and charge before you use.
② The nickel hydride battery is charged automatically when it
is discharged during the usage of AC adapter.
※ If you charge the battery frequently, its lifetime will be shorten.
When you use the FGJN with AC adapter, you should not insert and
remove the AC adapter often.

③ You can measure during the charge.

④ When the voltage of nickel hydride battery decline, “LoBAT”

AC adapter port
has turned on in the LCD display. Please connect the
① Please connect the attached AC adapter into the AC adapter port of the AC adapter to charge. (If you leave the FGJN with turned
body, and plug them into outlet. on “LoBAT” , the voltage decline furthermore, and then the
・ Start to charge the Nickel hydride battery. After the completion of the power
charge, it stops charging automatically by itself. is turned off compulsory.)
・ “BAT” will be shown on the LCD display while charging. After complete the
charging, “BAT” will be disappeared from LCD.
・ Charge time: Up to 16 hours at most
・ Operating time: Approx. 8 hours per 1 full charge

4.2.Attaching measuring adapter

Please select the measuring adapter depend on the measuring purpose.
Screw the adapter until it stops lightly. Do not screw it forcibly in order
not to give the damage to the sensor.

Do not screw the attachment Do not use bruised hook or

in forcebly. deformed hook.

Hook
Flat head Cone head Notched head Chisel
PEAK ZERO

Extension rod

4.3.Attaching hanger
Please attached the hunger according to need.

Please use the hunger to hang the FGJN with

a nail or a winch.
Hunger attachement bolt
※ Please use the tolerable nail or
Hunger winch against the load .

Please take off the attached hanger bolt. Fit the

square hole of hanger into the salient part of the
case, and then tighten the attached hanger bolt.

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 4.4.Tracking
A load cell of strain gauge is used for FGJN as a load sensing. By using this sensor, the measuring value is slightly changed due to temperature
and so on, but tracking is able to cancel this slightly change by the software. When you measure very minute forces, measuring value error
might happen due to the tracking. In this case, you may turn off the tracking function.
When the power off, while hold down the PEAK key and UNIT key simultaneously, press and release the POWER key (release the PEAK key and
UNIT key after the value is appeard in the display more than 1 second), you can switch the tracking ON/OFF.

Key operation Display

Turn the power off

PEAK ZERO
Tracking ON Tracking OFF
①
UNIT POWER ②

① Hold down PEAK and UNIT key,

② Press POWER key.
J
Standard measuring mode

Display force gauge model

PEAK ZERO

UNIT POWER Tracking OFF Tracking ON

Release POWER key only.

Turn power off, then press POWER key, you can confirm the condition of
Please release the PEAK the present tracking.
key and UNIT key after
the value is appeared in
the display more than 1
second.

4.5.Function setting
The following setting items in function mode.
Item Unit Set contents Default factory setting
Display sign f01 -0001(minus), 0001 (plus) 0001
Display update time f02 1、 2、 3、 5、 10、 20 （times/second） 3
Auto power off f03 10 （10 minutes ）、 oFF （not valid） 10

Key operation Display

Turn the power off

PEAK ZERO ①
J
UNIT POWER ②

Display force gauge model Display function mode （f01）

① Hold down ZERO key,
② Press POWER key.

PEAK ZERO

UNIT POWER

Release POWER key only.

Please release the ZERO
key after the value is
appeared in the display
more than 1 second.

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 4.5.1.Sign: f01
It’ s available to set the sign (plus or minus) of measuring value for pushing the sensor shaft.
Select the sign by use of UNIT key / Press the PEAK key to move ahead.
Key operation Display

Minus Plus
PEAK ZERO

UNIT POWER

Each time to press UNIT

ZERO Register the all setting, and then move to the standard measuring mode.

PEAK Reserve the change, and then move to f02.

4.5.2.Display update time: f02

It’ s available to set the display update time for 1 time/second, 2 times/second, 3 times/second, 5 times/second, 10 times/second and 20
times/second. After the setting, the averaging value in display update time is shown every display update time.
Press the UNIT key to choose the display update time (1、 2、 3、 5、 10、 20 （times/second） ) / Press the PEAK key to move ahead

Key operation Display

1 time/sec 2 times/sec 3 times/sec
PEAK ZERO

UNIT POWER

Each time to press UNIT

20 times/sec 10 times/sec 5 times/sec

ZERO Register the all setting, and then move to the standard measuring mode.

PEAK Reserve the change, and then move to f03.

4.5.3.Auto power off: f03

If the gauge is on and there is no activity for 10 minutes*, the unit automatically powers off to conserve battery charge (In case of
connected with AC adapter, Auto power off function does not work). “PWR” appears to notify that there is 1 minute before power off.
Press the UNIT key to switch the auto power off / Press the PEAK key to move ahead

※ There is no key operation, RS-232C communication, USB communication, change of measuring value.

Key operation Display

Auto power off, 10 min Auto power off is not available.

PEAK ZERO

UNIT POWER

Each time to press UNIT

ZERO Register the all setting, and then move to the standard measuring mode.

PEAK Reserve the change, and then move to f04.

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 4.5.4.Function mode-end
Press ZERO key to memorize the set value and come back from function mode to standard measuring mode.
In order to cancel the change of function mode, press POWER key, then turn the POWER off.

4.6.Reverse the display

In the case you attach FGJN with a stand, display of the value and the units can be reversed in order to read the display easily.
Turn POWER off. Press the UNIT key and hold, then press POWER key and release (release UNIT key after the value is appeared in the display
more than 1 second). Then you can reverse the disply.
Key operation Display
Turn the power off
Standard display Reverse display
PEAK ZERO
J
UNIT POWER

① ②
① Hold down UNIT key Display force gauge model Standard measuring mode
② Press POWER key.
J

PEAK ZERO Reverse disply Standard display

UNIT POWER

Release POWER key only.

Please release the

UNIT key after the
value is appeared in
the display more than
1 second.

5.Feature and Operation

5.1.Overview of operation
1） Basic operation
Key Operation
POWER Turn the POWER ON/OFF
ZERO Tare （Peak reset at the PEAK Hold mode）
PEAK Standard measuring mode / Plus peak hold mode / Minus peak hold mode
UNIT Change the unit
2） Special operation
Key Operation How to operate
Turn POWER off. Press PEAK key and UNIT key simultaneously and hold, then press and
PEAK ＋ UNIT Tracking
release POWER key (release the PEAK key and UNIT key after the value is appeared in
POWER ON / OFF
the display more than 1 second.)

Turn POWER off. Press ZERO key and hold, then press POWER key and release (release
ZERO key after the value is appeared in the display more than 1 second).
ZERO Function mode;
Function mode
POWER UNIT ： Change the setting content
PEAK ： Switch the function
ZERO ： Register the setting content

UNIT Turn POWER off. Press UNIT key and hold, then press POWER key and release (release
Reverse display
POWER the UNIT key after the value is appeard in the display more than 1 second.)

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 5.2.Measuring Mode
There are standard measuring mode and peak hold mode in the measuring mode.

5.2.1Standard measuring mode

It’ s avairable to measure the compression and tension force. Measuring value is appeared at all times.
１） Press POWER key and release ( Turn POWER on after release)
２） Press ZERO key to tare.
Displayed measuring value is averaged out the sampling value (every 1 msec ＊ ) per display update time.
Display update time of default factory setting is 3 times/second. In order to increase the display response against the change of measuring
value, you may change the set value of display update time.
You can increase this time up to 20 times/second (regarding the change of display update time, please refer “4.5.2. Display update time” .)

Key operation Display

Display force gauge model Display tracking ON/OFF Standard measuring mode

PEAK ZERO J

UNIT POWER

Press and release

5.2.2 Peak hold mode

Display peak measuring value. Sampling time is 1ms. ＊
Press PEAK key to change standard measuring mode, Plus peak hold mode and Minus peak hold mode.
Under the plus peak hold mode, “PEAK” is appeared.
Under the minus peak hold mode, “PEAK” and “- “ (minus) are appeared.

Key operation Display

Standard measuring mode Plus peak hold mode Minus peak hold mode
PEAK ZERO

UNIT POWER

Each time to press PEAK

Under the plus peak hold mode and minus peak hold mode, press ZERO key to clear the peak value (Tare is not performed).

5.3.Change display unit

To change the display units, just press UNIT and the units will change every time the button is pressed.
Ｎ→ kg （g） → lb (oz) → Ｎ

5.4.Tare
Press ZERO key to reset the measuring value. Please press the ZERO key before starting the measurement in order not to change the starting
display value because of the own weight or measuring direction or weight of measuring fixture.
Measuring range is from maximum pulling load to maximum compression load. When measuring range is over, “OVR” is displayed.
Press the ZERO key under the plus peak hold mode or minus peak hold mode, plus peak value or minus peak value is cleared. At the plus peak
hold mode and minus peak hold mode, tare does not performed even if press and release ZERO key.
When turning POWER on, tare is automatically performed (if you turn POWER on during the getting load, display becomes “0” and you cannot
measure accurate value).

5.5.Overload
”OVR” shows on the LCD when the load exceed 120％ of the capacity (tare value is not included ).
Please reduce the load immediately. OVR

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 6.Frequently –asked questions

6.1.Questions for trouble

Questions Cause Presumable reason Procedure
When turning on power, “OVR” is There is possibility which Due to dropment or Please send it for repair.
displayed even if not applying load internal loadsell is broken. overloading
and cannot be cleared by pushing
ZERO key.
“Low bat” is displayed at LCD even Voltage of battery is low. ・ End of battery life Please send it fot repair.
if charging up for more than one day. ・ Breakdown of battery
・ Breakdown of charging
It doesn't display even if pressing Battery is weak. Voltage of battery is lower. Please charge a battery.
POWER Key. “BAT” isn't displayed on ・ Breakdown of battery Please send it for repair.
LCD even if charging up. ・ Breakdown of internal
circuit
・ Breakdown of AC adapter
The value becomes “0”automatically You can use tracking to Tracking is on. Please set tracking off.
when measuring small value near 0. prevent the fluctuation of the (Refer to “4.4.Tracking”）
measuring value near “0” .
Value changes if you change the This is not breakdown. Sensor or tools also have Push ZERO key after setting
direction of force gauge. This equipment is measuring weight empty operating. the direction to measure and
the empty weight of sensor clear the measuring value.
on his own.
Although I downloaded “Toriemon” , Since “Toriemon” is soft Please download
it doesn't work even if connecting forRS-232C transmission, “ToriemonUSB” and use it.
-
force gauge. it doesn't respond to USB
transmission.

6.2.Questions for technical

Questions Explanation Reference
How long does rechargeable battery Enable to use 500 times or more by Please charge battery after discharging
（Nickel hydride battery） last? complete electric discharge. It depends on electricity until “LO BAT” is displayed at
the status of use. LCD.
Why are there various rating The value is more accurate when measuring It is ideal to use this equipment with 50%
capacity? near rating as much as possible. rating or more.
Why does measuring data show Although there are many reasons, the Fluctuation will be reduced when using
variations? measuring value is affected by vibration if stand.
you hold by hands.
How does biased loading affect Although it depends on the angle, you
accurancy? cannot measure accurate value with biased
loading.
How do you proceed ISO cariblation It measures the value by pushing or pulling Weight with traceability is necessary.
? load by certificated weight.
Please tell easy test methods which Please hang the weihgt which weight is
user can. clear.
Can user exchange battery? User cannot exchange battery. Please let our dealers know since exchange
of battery is as repairment.
Do you have CAD data ？ Yes. Please let our dealers know.
Is it possible to use in water ？ No. It is not waterproof structure. Please pay attention not to pour water.

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 7.Support
7.1.Repair and Calibration
We have calibration service for value. We recommend calibrating regularly for keeping up the accuracy of force gauge. Please ask our dealers for
the price and lead time of the calibaration.

7.2.Warranty
NIDEC DRIVE TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION. warrants, to the original purchaser of new products only, that this product shall be
free from defects in workmanship and materials under normal use and proper maintenance for one year from the date of original purchase.

8.Specifications and Dimensions

Model FGJN-2 FGJN-5 FGJN-20 FGJN-50
± 20.00 Ｎ ± 50.00 Ｎ ± 200.0 Ｎ ± 500.0 Ｎ
Capacity(R.C.) （± 2.000 ｋｇ） （± 5.000 ｋｇ） （± 20.00 ｋｇ） （± 50.00 ｋｇ）
（± 5 ｌｂ） （± 10 ｌｂ） （± 50 ｌｂ） （± 100 ｌｂ）
± 20.00 Ｎ ± 50.00 Ｎ ± 200.0 Ｎ ± 500.0 Ｎ
Display range ± 2.000 ｋｇ ± 5.000 ｋｇ ± 20.00 ｋｇ ± 50.00 ｋｇ
± 5 ｌｂ ± 10 ｌｂ ± 50 ｌｂ ± 100 ｌｂ
0.01N 0.01N 0.1N 0.1N
Resolution 0.001g 0.001g 0.01kg 0.01kg
0.001lb 0.01lb 0.01lb 0.1lb
Unit N/kg/lb Reversible display
Mesuring mode Standard measuring, Plus peak measuring, Minus peak measuring
Display cycle 1, 2, 3, 5, 10, 20 times per second
Sampling rate 1000 times per second
Accuracy ± 0.3%R.C ± 1/2digit(23℃）
Influence of Gain ： ± 0.03%/LOAD/℃、 Zero ： ± 0.02%/R.C/℃
temparature （Drift of zero point can be cancelled with tracking function.)
Main display: 4-digits 12mm high, Reversible display
Display Unit display: 3-digits 7mm high
① "LO BAT"(Decrease battely voltage), ② "BAT"(Battery charge), ③ "OVR"(Over load), ④ "Peak"(Peak hold mode)
Overlaod 200%R.C
Tracking Available(ON/OFF)
Rechargeable Nickel hydride battery or AC adapter/charger, Muasurable during the charge
Power Operating hours: about 8 hours after full charge
Charging time: Max 12 hours (when the battery is full, charge is finished automatically.)
Auto Power Off 10 minitus (not active if adapter/charge is in use) or OFF
Temparature range 0°- 40℃ no condensation
Humidityrange 35 ～ 85%RH no condensation
Dimensions 147mm (L)x 75mm (W) x 38mm(H)
Weight Approx. 450g
Accessories
6 different measuring adapters, hanger, AC adapter/charger, carrying case
(included)

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8.Specifications and Dimensions
Dimensions

Force measuring attachments (standard accessories)

26 26
70°

70°

φ10
φ10

M6 M6
Flat head φ 12 Cone head ： 70° Chisel ： 70°

(43)
26 92
12 80
70°

φ6
φ10

R4
φ10
8

φ10

M6 M6
M6
3.5

M6
Notched head ： 70° Extension rod Ｌ＝ 92
Hook

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