Strain Gauge Installation

Course 1 in accordance with VDI/VDE-MT 2636 (previous GESA)

Perfectly installed strain gauges are the key to correct measurement results. This seminar provides you with the required skills—and a certificate.

This hands-on training enables you to professionally install strain gauges—a vital requirement for deriving conclusive measurements.

Topics included

• Selecting the strain gauge that best suits your application
• Preparing the measuring point and the strain gauge
• Correctly installing the strain gauge on different materials (steel, aluminum) and applying different adhesives
• Soldering the connection wires
• Protecting the strain gauge against environmental agents
• Compensating for temperature effects and other disturbance variables
• The basics of strain gauge wiring (Wheatstone bridge circuit)
• Balancing the strain gauge measurement chain
• Get your certificate as a strain gauge installation expert in accordance with VDI/VDE-MT 2636 (previous GESA) by taking an examination at the end of the seminar (included in the seminar price).

Target Group

Users from all technical fields who would like to install their own strain gauges.

Requirements

None.

How to register for your course

Register easily via the corresponding button on this page. We will do the rest and send you a registration confirmation and further information by e-mail. You are also welcome to request individual appointments with us in this way.

General information about your course
Title	Strain Gauges 1 (ENC-STR10H)
Available Dates	27-28 October 2026 (HBK Darmstadt)
Duration	Day 1: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Day 2: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location	HBK Darmstadt, DE Hottinger Bruel & Kjaer GmbH Im Tiefen See 45 64293 Darmstadt, Germany
Language	English
Format	Personal training in a classroom
Order Code	D-SEMINAR-S-2DAY
Ref. Price	1420 EUR