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    Ready-to-Use Tension and Compression Force Sensors

    Already calibrated, these sensors are ready to use right out of the box. Use them to measure forces in equipment by converting forces into electrical signals. They’re also used as the foundation within custom-built scales and force gauges, and to measure force in crash tests and other quality control processes. These sensors are also known as load cells.
    When choosing a sensor, consider whether you’ll be measuring tension, compression, or both. Select sensors with a capacity rating higher than the greatest load you expect them to receive. They’re designed to briefly handle forces over their load capacity to protect from overload. Choose between a rectangle, round, S-shape, or cylinder sensor to best suit your application.
    Rectangle
    Image of Product. With 3 Threaded Through Holes. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Load Cells. Ready-to-Use Tension and Compression Force Sensors, Rectangle, With 3 Threaded Through Holes.

    With 3 Threaded Through Holes

    Image of Product. With 8 Threaded Holes. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Load Cells. Ready-to-Use Tension and Compression Force Sensors, Rectangle, With 8 Threaded Holes.

    With 8 Threaded Holes

    Rectangle sensors are also known as single-point or shear beam load cells. They can be used in multiples across surfaces to measure uneven loads. They’re often used in bench-top and floor scales where loads are often unbalanced. They’re also used in packaging, machine bins, conveyors, and chutes.
    IP67 Enclosure Rating and IP68 Enclosure Rating— IP67 and IP68 sensors won’t fail if briefly submerged.
    Legal-for-Trade—Legal-for-trade sensors are NTEP approved for use with equipment that measures materials sold by weight.
    Enclosure Rating—IP-rated sensors seal out dust.
    Wt. Cap.
    Accuracy
    Wt. Measuring
    Increments
    Thread Size
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Sensor Material
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Each
    Measures Compression Legal-for-Trade
     
    With 3 Threaded Through Holes
    500 lb.; 225 kg±1.6 oz., ±45 g0.1 lb., 0.1 kg1/2"-20
    5 1/8"1 3/16"1 3/16"17-4 PH Stainless Steel
    -30 to 145IP67
    6131N690000000
    500 lb.; 225 kg±1.6 oz., ±45 g0.1 lb., 0.1 kg1/2"-20
    5 1/8"1 1/4"1 1/4"Alloy Steel-30 to 145IP67
    6131N64000000
    1,000 lb.; 450 kg±3.2 oz., ±90 g0.1 lb., 0.1 kg1/2"-20
    5 1/8"1 3/16"1 3/16"17-4 PH Stainless Steel
    -30 to 145IP67
    6131N71000000
    1,000 lb.; 450 kg±3.2 oz., ±90 g0.1 lb., 0.1 kg1/2"-20
    5 1/8"1 1/4"1 1/4"Alloy Steel-30 to 145IP67
    6131N65000000
    2,500 lb.; 1,130 kg±8 oz., ±226 g0.1 lb., 0.1 kg1/2"-20
    5 1/8"1 1/4"1 1/4"17-4 PH Stainless Steel
    -30 to 145IP67
    6131N72000000
    2,500 lb.; 1,130 kg±8 oz., ±226 g0.1 lb., 0.1 kg1/2"-20
    5 1/8"1 1/4"1 1/4"Alloy Steel-30 to 145IP67
    6131N66000000
    5,000 lb.; 2,265 kg±1 lb., ±453 g1 lb., 1 kg1/2"-20
    5 1/8"1 1/4"1 1/4"17-4 PH Stainless Steel
    -30 to 145IP67
    6131N73000000
    5,000 lb.; 2,265 kg±1 lb., ±453 g1 lb., 1 kg1/2"-20
    5 1/8"1 1/4"1 1/4"Alloy Steel-30 to 145IP67
    6131N67000000
    10,000 lb.; 4,535 kg±2 lb., ±907 g1 lb., 1 kg3/4"-16
    6 3/4"1 7/16"1 7/16"17-4 PH Stainless Steel
    -30 to 145IP67
    6131N74000000
    10,000 lb.; 4,535 kg±2 lb., ±907 g1 lb., 1 kg3/4"-16
    6 3/4"1 1/2"1 1/2"Alloy Steel-30 to 145IP67
    6131N68000000
     
    With 8 Threaded Holes
    440 lb.; 200 kg±1.4 oz., ±40 g0.1 lb., 0.01 kgM8 × 1.25 mm6 7/8"1 3/4"2 1/2"17-4 PH Stainless Steel
    -30 to 145IP68, IP69K
    6131N42000000
    1,100 lb.; 500 kg±3.5 oz., ±100 g0.1 lb., 0.1 kgM8 × 1.25 mm6 7/8"1 3/4"2 1/2"17-4 PH Stainless Steel
    -30 to 145IP68, IP69K
    6131N43000000
     
    Load Cell Junction Boxes
    S-Shape
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Load Cells. Ready-to-Use Tension and Compression Force Sensors, S-Shape.
    S-shape sensors with threaded through holes monitor and test tension in wires, cords, ropes, and harnesses. They’re often used in hanging scales.
    IP67 Enclosure Rating— IP67 and IP68 sensors won’t fail if briefly submerged.
    Legal-for-Trade—Legal-for-trade sensors are NTEP approved for use with equipment that measures materials sold by weight.
    Enclosure Rating—IP-rated sensors seal out dust.
    Wt. Cap.
    Accuracy
    Wt. Measuring
    Increments
    Thread
    Size
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Sensor Material
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Each
    Measures Tension and Compression Legal-for-Trade
     
    With 2 Threaded Through Holes
    100 lb.; 45 kg±0.32 oz., ±9 g0.01 lb., 0.001 kg1/4"-28
    2"7/16"2 3/8"17-4 PH Stainless Steel
    -30 to 145IP67
    6131N540000000
    100 lb.; 45 kg±0.32 oz., ±9 g0.01 lb., 0.001 kg1/4"-28
    2"1/2"2 1/2"Alloy Steel-30 to 145IP67
    6131N44000000
    250 lb.; 113 kg±0.8 oz., ±23 g0.01 lb., 0.01 kg1/4"-28
    2"7/16"2 3/8"17-4 PH Stainless Steel
    -30 to 145IP67
    6131N55000000
    250 lb.; 113 kg±0.8 oz., ±23 g0.01 lb., 0.01 kg1/4"-28
    2"1/2"2 1/2"Alloy Steel-30 to 145IP67
    6131N45000000
    500 lb.; 225 kg±1.6 oz., ±45 g0.01 lb., 0.01 kg1/2"-20
    2"11/16"2 3/8"17-4 PH Stainless Steel
    -30 to 145IP67
    6131N56000000
    500 lb.; 225 kg±1.6 oz., ±45 g0.01 lb., 0.01 kg1/2"-20
    2"3/4"2 1/2"Alloy Steel-30 to 145IP67
    6131N46000000
    1,000 lb.; 450 kg±3.2 oz., ±90 g0.1 lb., 0.01 kg1/2"-20
    2"11/16"2 3/8"17-4 PH Stainless Steel
    -30 to 145IP67
    6131N57000000
    1,000 lb.; 450 kg±3.2 oz., ±90 g0.1 lb., 0.01 kg1/2"-20
    2"3/4"2 1/2"Alloy Steel-30 to 145IP67
    6131N47000000
    2,000 lb.; 905 kg±6.4 oz., ±181 g0.1 lb., 0.1 kg1/2"-20
    2"15/16"2 3/8"17-4 PH Stainless Steel
    -30 to 145IP67
    6131N58000000
    2,000 lb.; 905 kg±6.4 oz., ±181 g0.1 lb., 0.1 kg1/2"-20
    2"1"2 1/2"Alloy Steel-30 to 145IP67
    6131N48000000
    2,500 lb.; 1,130 kg±8 oz., ±226 g0.1 lb., 0.1 kg1/2"-20
    2"15/16"2 3/8"17-4 PH Stainless Steel
    -30 to 145IP67
    6131N59000000
    2,500 lb.; 1,130 kg±8 oz., ±226 g0.1 lb., 0.1 kg1/2"-20
    2"1"2 1/2"Alloy Steel-30 to 145IP67
    6131N49000000
    3,000 lb.; 1,360 kg±9.6 oz., ±272 g0.1 lb., 0.1 kg1/2"-20
    3"15/16"3 7/8"17-4 PH Stainless Steel
    -30 to 145IP67
    6131N61000000
    3,000 lb.; 1,360 kg±9.6 oz., ±272 g0.1 lb., 0.1 kg1/2"-20
    3"1"4"Alloy Steel-30 to 145IP67
    6131N51000000
    5,000 lb.; 2,265 kg±1 lb., ±453 g0.1 lb., 0.1 kg3/4"-16
    3"15/16"3 7/8"17-4 PH Stainless Steel
    -30 to 145IP67
    6131N62000000
    5,000 lb.; 2,265 kg±1 lb., ±453 g0.1 lb., 0.1 kg3/4"-16
    3"1"4"Alloy Steel-30 to 145IP67
    6131N52000000
    10,000 lb.; 4,535 kg±2 lb., ±907 g1 lb., 0.1 kg3/4"-16
    2 15/16"1 3/16"3 7/8"17-4 PH Stainless Steel
    -30 to 145IP67
    6131N63000000
    10,000 lb.; 4,535 kg±2 lb., ±907 g1 lb., 0.1 kg3/4"-16
    3"1"4"Alloy Steel-30 to 145IP67
    6131N53000000
     
    Load Cell Junction Boxes
    Cylinder
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Load Cells. Ready-to-Use Tension and Compression Force Sensors, Cylinder.
    Cylinder sensors are commonly used for platform, belt, hopper, and packaging scales. They resist corrosion and frequent washdowns.
    IP68 Enclosure Rating— IP67 and IP68 sensors won’t fail if briefly submerged.
    Legal-for-Trade—Legal-for-trade sensors are NTEP approved for use with equipment that measures materials sold by weight.
    Enclosure Rating—IP-rated sensors seal out dust.
    Wt. Cap.
    Accuracy
    Wt. Measuring
    Increments
    Thread
    Size
    Dia.
    Lg.
    Sensor Material
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Each
    Measures Compression Legal-for-Trade
     
    With 3 Through Holes
    65 lb.; 30 kg±0.2 oz., ±6 g0.01 lb., 0.01 kgM8
    1 1/2"4 3/4"17-4 PH Stainless Steel
    -30 to 145IP68
    6131N750000000
    220 lb.; 100 kg±0.7 oz., ±20 g0.1 lb., 0.01 kgM8
    1 1/2"4 3/4"17-4 PH Stainless Steel
    -30 to 145IP68
    6131N76000000
    440 lb.; 200 kg±1.4 oz., ±40 g0.1 lb., 0.01 kgM8
    1 1/2"4 3/4"17-4 PH Stainless Steel
    -30 to 145IP68
    6131N77000000
    1,100 lb.; 500 kg±3.5 oz., ±100 g0.1 lb., 0.1 kgM10
    1 1/2"4 3/4"17-4 PH Stainless Steel
    -30 to 145IP68
    6131N78000000
     
    Load Cell Junction Boxes

    Ready-to-Use Tension and Compression Force Sensor Kits

    With a sensor that’s already calibrated and everything you need to relay data, these kits come ready to operate. Use them to measure forces in equipment and send the data directly to a computer or programmable logic controller (PLC) to monitor, document, and trigger actions in machinery. They’re also used as the foundation within custom-built scales and force gauges, and to measure force in crash tests and other quality control processes. These sensors are also known as load cells.
    When choosing a sensor, consider whether you’ll be measuring tension, compression, or both. Select sensors with a capacity rating higher than the greatest load you expect them to receive. They’re designed to briefly handle forces 1.5 times their load capacity to protect from overload. Choose between a rectangle, round, or S-shape sensor to best suit your application.
    Rectangle
    Image of System. PC Connection Kit. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. PC Connection Kits. Ready-to-Use Tension and Compression Force Sensor Kits.

    PC Connection Kit

    Image of System. PLC Connection Kit. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. PLC Connection Kits. Ready-to-Use Tension and Compression Force Sensor Kits.

    PLC Connection Kit

    Image of Product. With 4 Threaded Holes. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Load Cells. Ready-to-Use Tension and Compression Force Sensor Kits, Rectangle, With 4 Threaded Holes.

    With 4 Threaded Holes

    Image of Product. With 8 Threaded Holes. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Load Cells. Ready-to-Use Tension and Compression Force Sensor Kits, Rectangle, With 8 Threaded Holes.

    With 8 Threaded Holes

    Rectangle sensors are also known as single-point or shear beam load cells. They can be used in multiples across surfaces to measure uneven loads. They’re often used in bench-top and floor scales where loads are often unbalanced. They’re also used in packaging, machine bins, conveyors, and chutes.
    IP67 Enclosure Rating—IP67 rated sensors won’t fail if briefly submerged.
    PC Connection Kits—PC connection kits link to a computer, tablet, or LCD display. All include a calibrated force sensor, a data conversion hub, and data-recording software. The conversion hub turns electrical signals from the sensor into usable force measurements. The software plots and analyzes measurements, so you can track high, low, and average values over time. It can also set off connected alarms or notify you when readings fall outside a set range. Export the data to Microsoft Excel and other analytical software such as MATLAB and LabVIEW. Wired PC connection kits come with a 6-ft. hub-to-PC USB cord.
    PLC Connection Kits—PLC connection kits send an analog signal to your PLC to trigger actions such as diverting items that exceed a certain weight on a conveyor. They include a calibrated sensor and a data conversion hub. They’re not for use with LCD displays.
    Enclosure Rating—IP rated sensors seal out dust.
    PC
    Connection Kits
    PLC
    Connection Kits
    Wt. Cap.
    Accuracy
    Wt. Measuring
    Increments
    Thread
    Size
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Sensor
    Material
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Each
    Each
    Measures Compression and Tension—IP67 Rated (Legal-for-Trade)
     
    With 4 Threaded Holes
    22 lb.; 10 kg±0.07 oz., ±2 g0.01 lb., 1 kg1/4"-20
    5 15/16"1"1 9/16"Aluminum
    15 to 1003487N4300000003487N4420000000
    44 lb.; 20 kg±0.14 oz., ±4 g0.01 lb., 1 kg1/4"-20
    5 15/16"1"1 9/16"Aluminum
    15 to 1003487N4310000003487N443000000
    110 lb.; 50 kg±0.35 oz., ±10 g0.01 lb., 0.01 kg1/4"-20
    5 15/16"1"1 9/16"Aluminum
    15 to 1003487N4320000003487N444000000
    220 lb.; 100 kg±0.7 oz., ±20 g0.01 oz., 1 g1/4"-20
    5 15/16"1"1 9/16"Aluminum
    15 to 1003487N4330000003487N445000000
     
    With 8 Threaded Holes
    550 lb.; 250 kg±1.8 oz., ±50 g0.01 lb., 0.01 kg5/16"-18
    7 3/8"2 1/2"2 7/16"Aluminum
    15 to 1006384N1500000000———0
    1,100 lb.; 500 kg±3.5 oz., ±100 g0.1 lb., 0.01 kg5/16"-18
    7 3/8"2 1/2"2 7/16"Aluminum
    15 to 1006384N1600000000———0
     
    Accessories for Load Cells
    S-Shape
    Image of System. PC Connection Kit. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. PC Connection Kits. Ready-to-Use Tension and Compression Force Sensor Kits.

    PC Connection Kit

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Load Cells. Ready-to-Use Tension and Compression Force Sensor Kits, S-Shape.
    S-shape sensors with threaded through holes monitor and test tension in wires, cords, ropes, and harnesses. They’re often used in hanging scales.
    IP67 Enclosure Rating—IP67 rated sensors won’t fail if briefly submerged.
    Threaded Through Hole—Sensors with a threaded through hole are also known as pancake load cells. They can be bolted to surfaces in any orientation and are commonly used to measure clamping forces
    PC Connection Kits—PC connection kits link to a computer, tablet, or LCD display. All include a calibrated force sensor, a data conversion hub, and data-recording software. The conversion hub turns electrical signals from the sensor into usable force measurements. The software plots and analyzes measurements, so you can track high, low, and average values over time. It can also set off connected alarms or notify you when readings fall outside a set range. Export the data to Microsoft Excel and other analytical software such as MATLAB and LabVIEW. Wired PC connection kits come with a 6-ft. hub-to-PC USB cord.
    Enclosure Rating—IP rated sensors seal out dust.
    PC
    Connection Kits
    Wt. Cap.
    Accuracy
    Wt. Measuring
    Increments
    Thread
    Size
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Sensor
    Material
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Each
    Measures Compression and Tension—IP67 Rated (Legal-for-Trade)
     
    With 2 Threaded Through Holes
    1,000 lb.; 450 kg±4.8 oz., ±135 g0.1 lb., 0.01 kg1/2"-20
    2"3/4"2 1/2"Alloy Steel-40 to 1756384N21000000000
    2,500 lb.; 1,130 kg±12 oz., ±338 g0.1 lb., 0.1 kg3/4"-16
    3"1"4"Alloy Steel-40 to 1756384N2300000000
    5,000 lb.; 2,265 kg±1.5 lb., ±680 g1 lb., 0.1 kg1/2"-20
    2"1"2 1/2"Alloy Steel-40 to 1756384N2200000000
     
    Accessories for Load Cells

    Configurable Tension and Compression Force Sensors

    Calibrate these sensors to your desired capacity to measure tension, compression, or both. Also known as load cells, they measure and track the forces of your equipment by converting them into electrical signals. Send these signals to your computer or programmable logic controller (PLC) to monitor, document, and trigger actions in your machinery.
    When choosing a sensor, consider whether you’ll be measuring tension, compression, or both. Select sensors with a capacity rating higher than the greatest load you expect them to receive. They’re designed to briefly handle forces 1.5 times their load capacity to protect from overload. Choose between a rectangle, round, or S-shape sensor to best suit your application.
    Rectangle
    Image of Product. With 4 Threaded Holes. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Load Cells. Configurable Tension and Compression Force Sensors, Rectangle, With 4 Threaded Holes.

    With 4 Threaded Holes

    Rectangle sensors are also known as single-point or shear beam load cells. They can be used in multiples across surfaces to measure uneven loads. They’re often used in bench-top and floor scales where loads are often unbalanced. They’re also used in packaging, machine bins, conveyors, and chutes.
    IP67 Enclosure Rating—IP67 sensors won’t fail if briefly submerged.
    Enclosure Rating—IP-rated sensors seal out dust.
    Wt. Cap.
    Accuracy
    Wt. Measuring
    Increments
    Thread
    Size
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Sensor
    Material
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Each
    Measures Tension and Compression Legal-for-Trade
     
    With 4 Threaded Holes
    22 lb., 10 kg±0.07 oz., ±2 g0.01 lb., 0.001 kg1/4"-20
    5 15/16"1"1 9/16"Aluminum
    15 to 100IP67
    3487N4180000000
    44 lb., 20 kg±0.14 oz., ±4 g0.01 lb., 0.001 kg1/4"-20
    5 15/16"1"1 9/16"Aluminum
    15 to 100IP67
    3487N419000000
    110 lb., 50 kg±0.35 oz., ±10 g0.01 lb., 0.01 kg1/4"-20
    5 15/16"1"1 9/16"Aluminum
    15 to 100IP67
    3487N42000000
    220 lb., 100 kg±0.7 oz., ±20 g0.01 oz., 0.001 g1/4"-20
    5 15/16"1"1 9/16"Aluminum
    15 to 100IP67
    3487N421000000
     
    Load Cell Junction Boxes
    S-Shape
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Load Cells. Configurable Tension and Compression Force Sensors, S-Shape, Threaded Through Hole.

    Threaded Through

    Hole

    S-shaped sensors are a common choice for monitoring and testing tension in wires, cords, ropes, and harnesses. They are often used in hanging scales. Also known as S-beam load cells.
    IP67 Enclosure Rating—IP67 sensors won’t fail if briefly submerged.
    Enclosure Rating—IP-rated sensors seal out dust.
    Wt. Cap.
    Accuracy
    Wt. Measuring
    Increments
    Thread
    Size
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Sensor
    Material
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Each
    Measures Tension and Compression Legal-for-Trade
     
    With 2 Threaded Through Holes
    25 lb., 11 kg±0.12 oz., ±3.4 g0.01 lb., 0.01 kg1/4"-28
    2"1/2"2 1/2"Alloy Steel-40 to 175IP67
    3487N5150000000
    50 lb., 22 kg±0.24 oz., ±6.8 g0.01 lb., 0.01 kg1/4"-28
    2"1/2"2 1/2"Alloy Steel-40 to 175IP67
    3487N516000000
     
    Load Cell Junction Boxes
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