Where Can I Find Affordable Strain Gauges?

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Affordable strain gauges can be found at Omega, where a ten-pack starts around $49. Users have reported difficulty finding cheaper options at major suppliers like Mouser and Digi-Key. Trossen Robotics is suggested as an alternative for flexible force sensors, but it's important to purchase the complete kit for proper installation. The discussion highlights the challenge of sourcing inexpensive strain gauges while providing specific vendor recommendations. Overall, options do exist, but they may require further exploration beyond the most common suppliers.
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I need to find several cheap strain gauges. I was able to find some at Mouser for several hundred dollars, but that is way too much. I wasn't able to find any at all at digikey or several other suppliers whom I've never heard of.

Do cheap strain gauges even exist?
 
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But make sure you get the kit with all you need to secure them (degreaser, glue, sealer?).
 

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