Tension

Typically male or female threaded loadcells for placing in force system. Rodends can be applied to give self-aligning capabilities. Plate type loadcells are also available for clevis fitting.

  1. XFTC300

    XFTC300

    • Tension & compression
    • 0-2N to 0-2KN range
    • mV or amplified output
    • -40° to 120°C  range
    • Heavy duty, miniature

    XFTC300

    The XFTC300 series has been specifically developed to measure tension and/or compression in static and dynamic applications. The miniature size and light weight facilitate testing where these conditions are necessary. The sensing element is fitted with a fully temperature compensated Wheatstone bridge equipped with high stability micro-machined silicon strain gauges. The use of silicon strain gauges optimizes the load cell’s performance at low ranges and frequencies. For sensors with a range of between 2 and 2KN, a high-level output model is available. With two male threads, the XFTC300 is easily installed in industrial or OEM applications. A strain relief spring strengthens the cable output.

  2. FN3002

    FN3002

    • Tension or compression
    • 10KN to 2000KN
    • mV or amplified output
    • -20° to 80°C range
    • High IP protection

    FN3002

    The FN3002 is suitable for measuring cable tension and for use in test benches and in many industrial applications. The FN3002 with its compact dimensions measures tension and compression in standard ranges from 10 KN to 2,000 KN [2 to 400 klbf]. Numerous options are available for adaptation to severe environments, for example IP67 or IP68 protection. 

  3. FN1010

    FN1010

    • Load pin design
    • 10 to 2000 KN
    • mV or amplified output
    • -20° to 80°C range
    • Bidirectional version

    FN1010

    Model FN1010 is designed to fit in the place of the regular mounting unit. The implantation is facilitated by the possibility of modifying a certain number of dimensions. The FN1010 is suitable for numerous applications on lifting motors and handling equipment. The load pins can be used to measure forces on rotating components (pulleys, sheaves, etc.) and can be directly mounted on shackle.

  4. FN3030

    FN3030

    • Tension or compression
    • 50 to 100KN range
    • mV or amplified output
    • -20° to 80°C range
    • S beam load cell

    FN3030

    The FN3030 is well suited for customization in industrial applications and protection levels can be upgraded for use in hostile environments.

  5. FN3060

    FN3060

    • Tension & compression
    • 250 to 2500N range
    • mV or amplified output
    • -20° to 80°C range
    • 0.1% F.S. accuracy

    FN3060

    The FN3060 S-beam load cell is highly suited for use in test benches and fatigue tests. Due to the mechanical design, the FN3060 is especially durable. It measures tension and compression in standard ranges from 0-250 to 0-2500 N [50 to 500 lbf].

  6. FN3280

    FN3280

    • Tension and compression
    • 1 to 5N range
    • mV output
    • -20° to 80°C temp range
    • Mechanical overstops

    FN3280

    The FN3280 S-beam load cell is designed to measure low force and has standard ranges of 1 to 5 N[0.2 to 1 lbf]. Integrated mechanical stops protect against accidental overloads up to 100 times F.S. The FN3280 provides a combination of economy and performance, this low cost load cell has an accuracy of 0.1% F.S.

  7. FN3148

    FN3148

    • Tension & compression
    • 10-2000N range
    • mV or amplified output
    • -20 to 80°C range
    • High accuracy

    FN3148

    The FN3148 high precision load cell features accuracy of 0.05% F.S. Integrated mechanical stops protect against accidental overloads in tension and compression.

  8. FN7110

    FN7110

    • Tension & compression
    • 10/100N to 1KN/10KN
    • mV or amplified
    • -20° to 80°C range
    • Double range load cell

    FN7110

    The FN7110 features high accuracy measurement channels in two ranges in the same load cell. The standard ratio between the ranges is 1 to 10, and standard load range combinations go from 0-10 and 0-100 N through 0-1000 and 0-10,000 N. The FN7110's percentage accuracy is the same over each range in the load cell. In practice one maintains accuracy of 0.1% over the high force range even in the first 10% of F.S.

  9. FN3050

    FN3050

    • Tension and compression
    • 100 to 20KN range
    • mV or amplified output
    • -20° to 80°C range
    • 0.1% F.S. accuracy

    FN3050

    The rugged FN3050 load cell is highly suited for the process industry and test bench applications. Dimensions are identical in standard ranges from 0-100 to 0-20,000 N so during testing the sensor can be interchanged for another of a different range without mechanical modifications. 

  10. FN3000

    FN3000

    • Heavy duty load cell
    • Tension & compression
    • -20° to 80°C range
    • mV or amplified output
    • High IP protection

    FN3000

    The FN3000 measures tension and compression in standard ranges from 0-10 KN to 0-1000 KN. The mechanical design and gauge placement minimizes transverse effects. Depending on the range, the FN3000 is constructed in aluminium alloy or stainless steel and is available with numerous options. It is suitable for test bench applications and used in many hostile environments and can be customized for increased protection.

  11. FN3042

    FN3042

    • Tension & compression 
    • 5-500KN range
    • mV or amplified output
    • -20° to 80°C range
    • Fatigue and crash test

    FN3042

    The FN3042 is highly suited for use in test benches and fatigue tests. Due to the mechanical design, the FN3042 is especially durable. It measures tension and compression in standard ranges from 5 KN to 500 KN and is able to undergo more than 1,000,000 cycles of full scale with very little change in zero offset stability.

  12. EL20-S458

    EL20-S458

    • Web Tension
    • 5KN to 25KN range
    • mV output
    • -40° to 120°C range
    • Seat belt testing

    EL20-S458

    The EL20-S458 provides a super low mass titanium structure to minimize F=MA errors during crash events.  The EL20-S458 is offered with optional ultra low mass slotted titanium axles and super robust armoured cable exit from the device.The low noise Wheatstone bridge consists of metal foil strain gages which provide full scale outputs of typically 2 mV/V of excitation. The EL20-S458 can be configured with a variety of options to fine tune the instrument to your application: select from several standard compensated temperature ranges, slotted or knurled axles, input voltages, lead lengths or specify unique combinations of these options. 

  13. T3B1

    T3B1

    • 100kg to 5te
    • Universal S-beam
    • High accuracy
    • General purpose

    T3B1

    High accuracy universal S-beam loadcell with easy installation.  Excellent side-load rejection.

  14. ELHS

    ELHS

    • Tension or compression
    • 2.5KN to 50KN range
    • 200mV FSO
    • -20° to 80°C range
    • High resolution

    ELHS

    The ELHS load cell is a compact package able to fit into many applications where others cannot. The low noise Wheatstone bridge consists of piezoresistive strain gauges which provide 200 mV of typical full scale output. When compact design, extreme stiffness and superior resolution are required, the ELHS load cell is the sensor for your application. The ELHS is provided with either SAE or metric threads for tension and compression applications.

  15. ELFF

    ELFF

    • Tension or compression
    • 10-100 lbf range
    • mV or amplifed output
    • -40° to 120°C range
    • NIST calibration

    ELFF

    The ELFF unit is fully thermally compensated and will provide an essentially unlimited cycle life expectancy. The ELFF can be configured with a variety of options to fine tune the instrument to your application: select from several standard package geometries, compensated temperature ranges, input voltages, lead lengths or specify entirely unique combinations of these options.

  16. ELHM

    ELHM

    • Tension or compression
    • 2.5KN to 50KN range
    • 2mV/V output
    • -50° to 120°C range
    • High stability

    ELHM

    The ELHM load cell is a compact package able to fit into many applications where others cannot. When compact design and superior stability are required, the ELHM load cell is the sensor for your application.

  17. ELPF

    ELPF

    • Tension or compression
    • 10-500lbf range
    • mV or amplified output
    • -40° to 120°C range
    • IP 65 rating

    ELPF

    ELPF series of sensors, unlike most competitive designs, are provided with a "four-bar" design where a flexible diaphragm parallels the measuring flexure. This configuration is far less susceptible to off-axis load components than single diaphragm traditional designs. Shielded, Teflon insulated instrumentation cabling is provided along with spring steel strain reliefs and full NIST traceable calibration certificates. The ELPF unit is fully thermally compensated and will provide an essentially unlimited cycle life expectancy. The ELPF can be configured with a variety of options to fine-tune the instrument to your application: select from several standard package geometries, compensated temperature ranges, input voltages, lead lengths or specify entirely unique combinations of these options.