Uploaded July 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 hour ago
Strain gage installation isn’t just about steady hands—it’s about learning from every misstep.
The most reliable way to master strain gage installation (or soldering a sensor lead) is to try, fail, learn, and try again.
Here’s a real-world example:
📸 This photo shows a solder joint gone wrong.
The tall peak? Likely due to insufficient flux and a slow iron lift.
Worse yet, the exposed grid is vulnerable to solder splash—something that could destroy an otherwise perfect installation.
These aren’t just small cosmetic flaws. They're the kinds of issues that can compromise your data or damage a sensor permanently.
That’s why Vishay Precision Group, Inc. (VPG) takes training seriously. Our programs don’t just teach theory—they focus on hands-on technique, critical thinking, and troubleshooting real-life challenges.
Because in experimental mechanics, precision isn’t optional. It's earned.
Soldering is easy to do with just a little training - our workshops cover this in detail!
Strain gage installation isn’t just about steady hands—it’s about learning from every misstep.
The most reliable way to master strain gage installation (or soldering a sensor lead) is to try, fail, learn, and try again.
Here’s a real-world example:
📸 This photo shows a solder joint gone wrong.
The tall peak? Likely due to insufficient flux and a slow iron lift.
Worse yet, the exposed grid is vulnerable to solder splash—something that could destroy an otherwise perfect installation.
These aren’t just small cosmetic flaws. They're the kinds of issues that can compromise your data or damage a sensor permanently.
That’s why Vishay Precision Group, Inc. (VPG) takes training seriously. Our programs don’t just teach theory—they focus on hands-on technique, critical thinking, and troubleshooting real-life challenges.
Because in experimental mechanics, precision isn’t optional. It's earned.
Soldering is easy to do with just a little training - our workshops cover this in detail!
