A dynamometer that is made to be driven is called an absorption or passive dynamometer. A dynamometer that can drive and/or absorb is called a universal or active dynamometer, and one that is required to measure how much force would be needed for a machine to operate is called a motoring or driving dynamometer. Read More…
Leading Manufacturers
SAKOR Technologies, Inc.
Owosso, MI | 989-720-2700We provide dynamometer test controls and equipment for a wide range of applications. Our test cell control system is compatible with all types of dynamometers, including AC & DC motoring dynos & Water Brake Systems. Our products all include the durability & quality customers expect from SAKOR. Our dynamometers are powerful & affordable for the automotive, aerospace & heavy equipment industries.
Phoenix Dynamometer Technologies LLC
Sturtevant, WI | 818-746-3649Phoenix Dynamometer Technologies LLC offers the most comprehensive approach to water re-circulation systems, data acquisition systems, and dynamometers in the industry. Along with these high performance products, we also offer business continuity and a competitive advantage for our customers. Come and experience the kind of service that sets us above our competitors. We would love to serve you...
Power Test, Inc.
Sussex, WI | 262-252-4301Since our inception we have been committed to manufacturing top of the line dynamometers that will stand up to the rigorous wear and tear of every day application. Our products serve in many diverse industries including automotive, automation, industrial as well as a broad variety of others! To learn more about what we may be able to do for you visit our website today for more information!
Burke E. Porter Machinery Company
Grand Rapids, MI | 616-234-1200Since 1953, our customers have helped us earn the reputation of a technology pioneer and global leader in Vehicle Test Systems. As the manufacturer of the first fully electric DVT roll-brake machine, we paved the way for innovation in automotive and heavy duty vehicle testing, supplying end-of-line equipment, dynamometers, and tire & wheel assembly systems to major OEMs throughout the world.
Portable Dynamometers List
Taylor Dynamometer, Inc.Different Kinds of dynamometers include Dry Friction, Hydraulic, Eddy Current. All these dynamometers fall under two main categories: Engine and Chassis Dynamometers.
Froude, Inc.The engine dynamometers measure power and torque directly from the engine’s crankshaft when the engine is taken out of the vehicle. These do not account for power losses in the drive train. When the dynamometer is connected to the vehicle’s drive wheels, it is called a chassis dynamometer.
The chassis dynamometers on the other hand measure the power delivered to the surface of the drive roller by the drive wheels. This is measured when the vehicle is parked on the rollers, turned on and the output is measured. Chassis Dynamometers are either fixed or portable.
Portable Dynamometers are traditional inertia style dynos and are designed to reliably measure horsepower and torque. This allows the turner to try different modifications on engines and different systems to produce direct results with various accuracies.
Portable dynamometers have different advantages. They are easily mounted in a short period of time, they can be used indoors or outdoors, they have fast torque control, and they are easy to use. Depending on the application, some of the standard equipment used with portable dynamometers are absorber module, trunnion module, housing adapter plate, torque calibration arm, optional equipment, adapter plates for flywheels, engine cooling tower, trunnion module and control and instrumentation systems.
