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Vitruve Force specifications
Velocity range, string length and tension, sampling frequency, screen, base, controls, port, and build of Vitruve Force (Encoder V4).
These are the published specifications of Vitruve Force (Encoder V4), the current Vitruve encoder. For the older model, see Vitruve Encoder (older model) overview.
| Feature | Vitruve Force (Encoder V4) |
|---|---|
| Status | Current flagship model, released April 2026 |
| Main uses | VBT, force-plate jump metrics, and jump workouts |
| Maximum velocity | 5 m/s (Vitruve cites about 3 m/s for the Encoder V3) |
| String length | 3 m |
| String tension | Low, about 100 g, for smoother and quieter movement |
| Sampling frequency | 100 Hz output (one data point every 10 ms); internal sampling up to 600 Hz |
| Controls | Membrane buttons with no mechanical moving parts |
| Screen | 1.3" OLED, up from 0.92" on the previous model |
| Base and stability | Four integrated metal plates and neodymium magnets twice as strong as before; they can hold nearly 10 kg |
| Charging port | USB-C |
| Build | Injection-molded plastic reinforced with glass fiber, with a shock-resistant design |
| Advanced metrics | mRSI, RSI, vertical jump height, positive impulse, contraction time, flight time, and more |
| Curves | Real-time force-time and velocity-time curves |
| Included accessories | Rigid padded zipper case, universal attachment band, fabric USB-C cable, Velcro strap, manual, and sticker |
What the figures mean in practice
- 5 m/s maximum velocity covers fast ballistic movements such as jumps and throws, not only barbell lifts.
- Low string tension means the string pulls back gently, which matters for jumps and unloaded movements.
- 100 Hz output is the time resolution of the live curves. The Realtime Monitor CSV export covers the last 30 seconds of every metric. See Quick Tracking and Realtime Monitor.
- Stronger magnets and metal plates keep the unit in place during explosive work. On surfaces that are not magnetic, use the universal band.
Accessories that work with Vitruve Force are listed in Accessories and merch.
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