COMPRESSION LOAD CELL

What Is a Compression Load Cell and How Does It Work?

A compression load cell is one of the major categories or types of load cell commonly found within the weighing industry. Other types include, for example; tension, beam, and single-point. Compression load cells, as their name suggests, measure the pushing or squashing force, and are typically installed underneath what is to be measured or weighed. Unlike tension load cells, these are unidirectional, only designed to measure downward compression. (Tension load cells also tend to be capable of measuring compression too).

The actual internal workings of a compression load cell can be quite varied. They can be based on sheer, bending, ring-torsion, or column measurements. Although the uses can be quite diverse, one of the main applications for these kinds of load cells is in very high-capacity static weighing, such as silos and vehicle scales.

Design of Compression Load Cell

A classic example of a compression load cell is the column or canister-style load cell. These are typically cylindrical-shaped devices with a mounting surface at the top and bottom ends. Inside there is a central core or column that functions as the weight-bearing element. Strain gauges are bonded to the surface of this column, orientated in such a way as to detect the deformations that occur under load. Usually, the load cell is encased in an outer sheath for protection and isolation of the internal elements from the environment. Many are hermetically sealed for use in harsh or dangerous environments.

These load cells are robust and accurate solutions, suited to applications that involve high-capacity static weighing. It is vital that the cells are properly aligned during installation, to ensure accurate readings. Typically this is achieved by coupling them with specially designed mounting hardware.

Other common designs for compression load cells include button load cells, which are compact and low profile, and often used within test and measurement applications. Additionally, thru-hole or doughnut load cells feature a central aperture so that the apparatus can be passed through. An example of such an application is in a pump monitoring system within the oil and gas industry.

Compression Load Cell Works on Which Principle

Compression load cells, like all other modern load cells, are essentially transducers that convert force or weight into an electrical signal. They do this with strain gauges attached to the body of the load cell. When under compressive load, the body of the load cell deforms slightly. This is detected by the strain gauges which deform in unison with the body, resulting in a change of voltage. This voltage signal is proportional to the initial force or weight and can thus be used to calculate it.

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Furthermore, we are having fully facilitated infrastructure and modish machinery because of this we can provide the product with the international quality standard. The existing products are widely utilized for calibration purposes. It is fabricated from supreme quality stainless steel and can be mounted on a flat surface. We are having different models in this particular category to match with a different application. The customers can avail it in the capacity starts with 10 ton up to 60 ton.

These are well accepted and admired by clients dye for their smooth functionality, accuracy, and long-lasting service life. we supply it all around India. It is available in two different models which are RS 3 column type and low profile compression, RTN -Load Cell for Calibration.

Features:

• The stainless steel body is not affected by environmental changes even in unsympathetic weather conditions also.
• Product is made under sealed of IP68
• Comes with all needed mounting accessories
• Center column design helps for perfect functioning
• Easy to Use & Installed
• It is highly advisable as it's providing Optimum Protection when it comes to adverse loading conditions.

Applications:

• It is intensively utilized in the big scale Weigh Bridge, Hopper Scales, Tank Weighing & Silos.