Dataforth Turkey

About Dataforth

Dataforth is a well-established American technology company that develops industrial signal conditioning, data acquisition, measurement and control systems. The brand is particularly known for products designed to provide reliable measurements in demanding industrial environments, collect data from field sensors and transfer this data to control or monitoring systems.

Dataforth has a broad product portfolio. However, at Tesla Kontrol, our main focus within the Dataforth range is the MAQ20 modular data acquisition system. MAQ20 is a professional data acquisition and control system used to collect, monitor, record and transfer signals from different sensor types within a single modular architecture.

The MAQ20 system can be used in applications requiring measurement of temperature, pressure, flow, level, 4-20 mA, 0-10 V, Pt100, thermocouples, load cells, strain gauges and other measurement signals. Thanks to its modular architecture, the required I/O modules can be added to the system and the number of channels can be expanded according to application requirements.

Dataforth MAQ20 can be used not only for data acquisition, but also for industrial testing, process monitoring, laboratory measurements, research applications, structural testing, load cell measurement and PLC/SCADA integration.

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Tesla Kontrol's Role as Dataforth Distributor in Turkey

As Tesla Ölçü Kontrol Sistemleri, we have been the sole distributor of Dataforth products in Turkey for approximately 5 years. We particularly support our customers with sales, product selection, technical support and project evaluation for the MAQ20 modular data acquisition system, strain gauge measurement modules and ReDAQ Shape software.

Dataforth products are technically advanced solutions. For this reason, module selection, channel count, sensor type, communication architecture and software requirements should all be evaluated together. Product selection requires particular attention in projects involving strain gauges, load cells, bridge circuits and high-accuracy analog measurements.

At Tesla Kontrol, we support our customers not only with product supply but also with designing a system suitable for the application. We evaluate which sensors will be connected, how many channels are required, which input modules should be used and whether the data will be monitored with ReDAQ Shape software or transferred to a PLC or SCADA system via Modbus TCP/IP.

One of the key advantages we value in the Dataforth MAQ20 system is its strong price-performance balance for strain gauge measurement applications. Support for quarter bridge, half bridge and full bridge configurations makes MAQ20 an important alternative for structural testing, load cell and strain measurement projects.

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Dataforth Product Groups

Although Dataforth offers a broad product portfolio, our primary focus on this representative page is the MAQ20 modular data acquisition system. This platform can be used both for data acquisition from conventional process sensors and for more specialized measurement requirements such as strain gauges.

MAQ20 Modular Data Acquisition System

MAQ20 is a modular industrial data acquisition and control system. The system consists of a communication module, backbone structure and I/O modules selected according to application requirements.

This architecture allows users to add the appropriate modules according to the sensor types used in the application. Thermocouple or RTD modules can be selected for temperature measurement, voltage/current input modules for process signals, digital I/O modules for digital signals and bridge input modules for strain gauge measurement.

The MAQ20 system can also be expanded in terms of channel count. Depending on application requirements, the system can be configured for up to 192 channels. This provides important flexibility for multi-point data acquisition, test systems, laboratory measurements and production monitoring projects.

The system does more than simply acquire data; it can also support alarm functions, calculations, control and data transfer. When used together with ReDAQ Shape software, measurement data can be monitored, recorded, graphed and reported.

MAQ20 Strain Gauge Measurement Modules

Strain gauge modules are among the most important product groups within the MAQ20 platform. Strain gauge measurements are used in applications where strain, force, load, deformation or structural behavior needs to be monitored.

Strain gauge measurements generally use a Wheatstone bridge configuration. This bridge can be implemented as quarter bridge, half bridge or full bridge. Measurement accuracy, temperature compensation, sensor placement and the mechanical characteristics of the application determine which bridge configuration should be selected.

The MAQ20-BRDG1 is a 4-channel strain gauge input module that can operate with quarter bridge, half bridge and full bridge sensors. The module supports 4-wire and 6-wire connections. Parameters such as range, alarm and averaging can be configured independently for each channel. Sampling rate, resolution, bandwidth, excitation voltage and shunt calibration parameters can also be configured by the user.

This architecture makes MAQ20 a technically powerful and accessible solution for strain gauge measurement applications. It can be considered particularly for load cell measurement, structural testing, mechanical durability testing, deformation measurement and R&D applications.

Input Modules for Process Sensors

The MAQ20 system is not limited to strain gauge measurements; it can also collect data from a wide range of process sensors. Measurement signals such as temperature, pressure, flow, level, humidity, force, current and voltage can be integrated into the system using appropriate modules.

Temperature sensors such as thermocouples and Pt100 RTDs, transmitters with 4-20 mA or 0-10 V outputs, pulse and digital signals, load cells and different analog signals can all be collected within the MAQ20 architecture.

This makes it possible to combine different types of sensors within a single data acquisition system. Data from test stands, laboratory setups or process monitoring systems can therefore be collected through one centralized platform.

ReDAQ Shape Software

ReDAQ Shape is the data monitoring, recording, control and reporting software used with the MAQ20 system. Dataforth describes ReDAQ Shape as an easy and efficient development tool for the MAQ20 platform. The software graphically displays the communication module and installed I/O modules in the system and can update this structure as modules are added or removed.

With ReDAQ Shape, users can create measurement screens, monitor live data, record measurements, generate graphs and organize system channels in a more understandable way. The software can be used for testing, process monitoring, data acquisition and data analysis applications.

This software helps transform MAQ20 from a hardware-only platform into a complete data acquisition system. It is particularly useful in projects requiring fast commissioning, visual monitoring and reporting.

PLC and SCADA Integration via Modbus TCP/IP

One of the important advantages of the MAQ20 system is its Modbus TCP/IP communication support. This allows data from MAQ20 to be transferred to PLCs, SCADA systems, HMIs and other higher-level automation systems.

In some projects, users may prefer ReDAQ Shape software, while in others MAQ20 may need to connect directly to an existing automation system. Modbus TCP/IP provides important flexibility in this respect.

For example, while MAQ20 collects sensor data in a test system, the same measurements can be displayed on a SCADA screen or processed by a PLC. This makes MAQ20 not only a standalone data acquisition device, but also an integrated part of the automation system.

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Where Is Dataforth MAQ20 Used?

Dataforth MAQ20 can be used in a wide range of applications requiring professional data acquisition and high-accuracy measurement. It provides a particularly strong solution for projects where different sensor types need to be integrated within the same system.

Strain Gauge and Strain Measurement

One of the key applications of MAQ20 is strain gauge measurement. Quarter bridge, half bridge and full bridge configurations can be used to measure strain, deformation, load and force.

This architecture can be used for mechanical testing, structural analysis, load testing, R&D projects, prototype testing and academic research.

Load Cell and Force Measurement

High measurement accuracy, stable signal processing and correct bridge configuration are important in load cell applications. The MAQ20-BRDG1 module can be used with full bridge load cells and allows measurement data to be monitored through ReDAQ Shape or Modbus TCP/IP.

This architecture can be used in test stands, weighing applications, force testing, press applications and mechanical durability testing.

Test Stand and Laboratory Measurements

The MAQ20 system can be used to collect data simultaneously from different sensors in test stand and laboratory applications. Temperature, pressure, flow, force, level, voltage, current and strain gauge measurements can all be monitored within a single system.

ReDAQ Shape software allows test data to be monitored in real time, recorded and reported.

Multi-Channel Data Acquisition

With its modular architecture expandable up to 192 channels, MAQ20 can be used for multi-point measurement projects. This provides an important advantage in applications where different physical variables need to be monitored simultaneously.

Multi-channel data acquisition can be used in test systems, production monitoring, process monitoring, environmental measurement, energy monitoring and research applications.

Process Monitoring and Industrial Measurement

MAQ20 can be used in industrial applications requiring the monitoring of temperature, pressure, flow, level, 4-20 mA, 0-10 V and similar process signals. Thanks to its modular architecture, the system can be expanded according to the requirements of the application.

PLC, SCADA and HMI Integration

Thanks to Modbus TCP/IP support, the MAQ20 system can be integrated into existing automation infrastructures. PLC, SCADA and HMI systems can read data from MAQ20 and display process or test measurements within their own interfaces.

This structure is particularly useful for projects where high-accuracy measurement channels need to be added to an existing automation system.

University, R&D and Academic Applications

MAQ20 provides a flexible data acquisition platform for university laboratories, research centers and R&D teams. Support for different sensor types, strain gauge measurements and software/Modbus integration makes it suitable for academic and experimental applications.

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Why Tesla Kontrol?

Selecting the correct configuration is important in modular data acquisition systems such as Dataforth MAQ20. The success of the system depends on the sensor types, required number of channels, bridge configuration, software requirements and higher-level system integration.

At Tesla Kontrol, we support our customers with Dataforth product selection, system architecture, technical evaluation and after-sales services. We can provide project-specific guidance particularly on positioning MAQ20 for strain gauge and modular data acquisition applications.

With Dataforth products, selecting the correct modules is just as important as selecting the hardware platform itself. Which module should be used for each signal, how many channels are required, whether ReDAQ Shape should be used and whether data should be transferred to a PLC/SCADA system through Modbus TCP/IP should all be evaluated together.

At Tesla Kontrol, we manage this process together with our customers and support them in determining the most suitable Dataforth solution for their application.

Support We Provide for Dataforth Products

Dataforth product sales in Turkey
MAQ20 modular data acquisition system selection
Technical guidance for strain gauge and load cell measurement applications
Evaluation of quarter bridge, half bridge and full bridge configurations
Support for ReDAQ Shape software
Guidance on Modbus TCP/IP integration with PLC and SCADA systems
System architecture evaluation for multi-channel data acquisition projects
Product recommendations for test stand, laboratory and R&D applications
After-sales technical support

You can contact the Tesla Kontrol team for pricing, technical information, product selection or project evaluation regarding Dataforth products.

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Quotation and Technical Support for Dataforth MAQ20

You can contact Tesla Kontrol for pricing, technical information and product selection regarding the Dataforth MAQ20 modular data acquisition system, strain gauge measurement modules, ReDAQ Shape software and Modbus TCP/IP integration.

When determining the correct system for your application, we can evaluate the sensor types to be measured, number of channels, bridge configuration, software requirements and PLC/SCADA integration expectations together.

We can evaluate Dataforth MAQ20 for projects involving strain gauge measurement, load cell applications, test stand measurement, laboratory data acquisition, multi-channel measurement and industrial process monitoring.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the Dataforth distributor in Turkey?

Tesla Ölçü Kontrol Sistemleri is the sole distributor of Dataforth products in Turkey. The company particularly provides sales, technical support and product selection services for the MAQ20 modular data acquisition system, strain gauge measurement modules and ReDAQ Shape software.

What is Dataforth MAQ20?

MAQ20 is a modular data acquisition and control system developed by Dataforth. With different I/O modules, it can collect temperature measurements, process signals, strain gauge data, load cell measurements, digital signals and data from various other sensors.

How many channels can MAQ20 support?

Depending on application requirements, the MAQ20 system can be expanded up to 192 channels. The channel count is planned according to the selected communication architecture and I/O modules.

Can MAQ20 be used for strain gauge measurement?

Yes. The MAQ20-BRDG1 strain gauge input module supports quarter bridge, half bridge and full bridge sensor configurations. This structure can be used for strain, deformation, load and force measurement.

What do quarter bridge, half bridge and full bridge mean?

These terms refer to Wheatstone bridge configurations used in strain gauge measurements. Quarter bridge uses one active strain gauge, half bridge uses two active elements and full bridge uses four active elements. The appropriate configuration is selected according to measurement accuracy, temperature compensation and mechanical requirements.

Can MAQ20 be used for load cell measurement?

Yes. Full bridge load cell sensors can be used with the MAQ20-BRDG1 module. This architecture can be used for force measurement, weighing, press applications, test stands and mechanical durability testing.

Can MAQ20 data be transferred to SCADA or PLC systems?

Yes. Thanks to Modbus TCP/IP communication support, MAQ20 can transfer data to PLC, SCADA, HMI and other automation systems. This allows MAQ20 to operate as part of an existing automation architecture.

What is ReDAQ Shape used for?

ReDAQ Shape is data monitoring, recording, control and reporting software for the MAQ20 system. Users can create measurement screens, monitor live data, record measurements and generate reports using the software.

Where is Dataforth MAQ20 used?

MAQ20 can be used for strain gauge measurement, load cell applications, test stand measurement, laboratory data acquisition, R&D, multi-channel measurement, process monitoring and projects requiring PLC/SCADA integration.