S-Beam Tension and Compression Load Cell - 8512

The 8524 precision tension & compression load cell is a versatile sensor for highly accurate load measurements in diverse applications. Optimum measurement quality is achieved with the load cell mounted on a flat, hard and polished contact surface. This requirement does not apply to small measurement ranges of up to 0 ... 2 kN because three knife-edge bearings ensure that the sensor is seated securely. Our brochure „Load Cells“ explains how you can design parasitic loads out of your mechanical system. Through-holes in the outer flange are used for fastening the 8524 sensor to the system structure. The load is applied via the central blind threaded hole or optionally via a load button. Alternatively, a pull plate and even rod end bearings, if desired, can be attached to the sensor for equally easy measurement of purely tensile loads, for instance in Bowden cables or chains. The 8524 sensor is designed to measure static, quasi-static and dynamic compressive and/or tensile loads.

These models are among our most precise and yet mechanically robust miniature load cells. High accuracy, finely graded measuring ranges, small dimensions and the simple introduction of force via opposing threaded pins open up a wide scope of laboratory and production applications. Their sophisticated engineering with integrated support membranes and overload protection reduces additional design expense in many applications, e.g. for external overload protection or guiding the parts introducing force to the cell. The result is that less space is required, less material is used and less weight is involved. Last but not least, there is hardly any friction on components that could falsify the measurement result. The force to be measured is introduced centrally and axially to the cylindrical sensor body in the tension or compression direction by means of the two threaded pins. This requires the sensor to be mounted without any elements touching the end faces of the sensor housing.

The tension and compression load cell model 8435 enables universal and fast installation, requires hardly any installation space and upgrades with technical data that are readily achieved by larger sensors. Due to its excellent price-performance ratio with regard to its mechanical and electrical data, the force sensor finds its place in products that are also manufactured in larger quantities and calculated with a small budget. This model of load cell uses proven strain gage technology to perform measurements. Strain gages are applied to the sensitive element and connected to form a full bridge. FEATURES Measuring ranges from 0 ... 200 N up to 0 ... 5000 N Small dimensions Inexpensive execution Stable anti-kink protection Made of high quality stainless steel Connecting cable suitable for drag chains burster TEDS optionally available

This low cost tension/compression load cell is an especially robust component, which can be easily integrated in a girder assembly between two cables or chains for measuring force. The standard model comes with internal thread, allowing any adapter parts, for instance eye brackets, to be fitted in the axis of symmetry. Alternatively, the optionally available adapters with external thread can be used for quick and easy screw-fitting into a threaded hole made for the purpose. The radial connection cable is extremely flexible and designed for a wide range of motion. In order to achieve the greatest possible stability for such a small sensor, making it suitable not only for the laboratory but also for industrial use, all parts have been welded together including the cable guide bush in the sensor housing. burster TEDS with an electronic sensor datasheet or standardization of the output signal in the sensor connecting cable are offered as options