Compact Force Plate TF-3020

Compact Force Plate TF-3020
A compact, low-capacity force plate (1 kN max, 300 N min) that precisely measures small ground reaction forces from sit-to-stand movements, seat pressure, children, and robots.

Compact Force Plate TF-3020

A high-sensitivity and portable force plate.
In addition to human motion analysis, it has a proven track record in friction measurement
and integration into processing equipment.

A force plate is a six-axis load cell capable of measuring translational forces (Fx, Fy, Fz) and moments (Mx, My, Mz), as well as calculating the center of pressure (COP).

The TF-3020 is a compact force plate designed with particularly low capacity and high sensitivity (maximum range 1 kN, minimum range 300 N).
Its high sensitivity enables precise measurement of very small ground reaction forces—such as infant sit-to-stand movements, seat pressure measurement under car seats or furniture, children's gait analysis, and robot locomotion—which were previously difficult to detect due to noise.

TF-3020 Application Example
Image provided by: Nozaki Laboratory, Department of Physical and Health Education, Graduate School of Education, The University of Tokyo

SpecificationsScroll

Product Name Compact Force Plate
Model TF-3020
Rated Capacity Range 1 2 3
Fx / N ±100 N ±200 N ±300 N
Fy / N ±100 N ±200 N ±300 N
Fz / N +300 N +600 N +1000 N
Mx / N·m ±18 N·m ±36 N·m ±60 N·m
My / N·m ±30 N·m ±60 N·m ±100 N·m
Mz / N·m ±20 N·m ±40 N·m ±60 N·m
Allowable Overload 150% (based on Range 3 capacity)
Non-linearity ±1.0% RO
Hysteresis ±1.0% RO
Cross-talk ±2.0% RC
Natural Frequency Z-axis: 720 Hz
Sampling Rate
(Digital Communication)
Max: 1000 Hz
Temperature Compensation Range 10–50°C (non-condensing)
Operating Temperature Range 0–70°C (non-condensing)
Trigger Contact I/O (BNC connector), Level trigger
Zero Adjustment Remote controller button, Control software
Analog Output ±10 V / ±rated capacity (load resistance 10 kΩ or higher)
Dimensions Force Plate: 300(W) × 200(D) × 46(H) mm
Amp Box: 290(W) × 143.5(D) × 33(H) mm (excluding protrusions)
Weight Force Plate: 3.7 kg (excluding cable)
Amp Box: 1.2 kg
Power Supply DC12V ±10% (Dedicated AC adapter included; AC input 100–240V)
Accessories
  • Remote controller
  • AC adapter / power cable
  • USB cable for remote controller
  • Communication cable
  • BNC trigger cable
  • Analog output cable (6× BNC)
  • Termination connector
  • Control software
Options
  • Force vector visualization software: Force Vision
  • Postural sway analysis software: Tread Force Analyzer
Other * External amplifier
* Supports simultaneous digital control and recording of multiple units

Appearance and Component Directions

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Appearance and Component Directions

The TF-3040 has a built-in amplifier, while the TF-3020 uses an external amplifier.

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