An easy-to-use push pull force gauge to measure and document musculoskeletal strength. Also useful for assessing NIOSH whole body or job specific static strength testing and FCEs . It features an easy-read LCD display that shows real time force and peak force; has two test modes: untimed test mode for peak force and average force, and timed mode (static strength test) for peak force and a 3 second average force of last 3 seconds of 5 second exertion, 4 selectable threshold settings, unit of measurement can be displayed in lbs., newtons and kg. Maximum force capacity tension is 500 lbs. measuring in .5 lb. increments and maximum force capacity compression is 200 lbs. measuring in .2 lb. increments. ergoFET500 comes with handles, complete set of attachments for push, pull and lifting tests, plus carrying case.