Tension and Compression Load Cells
Miniature Tension / Compression Load Cell ±10 N to ± 500 N
Miniature Tension / Compression Load Cell ±10 N to ± 5 kN
Universal Link Load Cell ±5 kgF to ±500 kgF
Universal Load Cells ±100 N to ±50 kN
High Accuracy Miniature Stud Load Cells, ±100 N to ±50 kN
Compression / Tension Load Cell ±100 to ±500 N
Technical Learning
Introduction to Load Cells
A load cell (or loadcell) is a transducer which converts force into a measurable electrical output. Although there are many varieties of force sensors, strain gauge load cells are the most commonly used type.
Except for certain laboratories where precision mechanical balances are still used, strain gauge load cells dominate the weighing industry. Pneumatic load cells are sometimes used where intrinsic safety and hygiene are desired, and hydraulic load cells are considered in remote locations, as they do not require a power supply...