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Vibrating Wire Load Cell
Vibrating Wire Load Cells are available in both solid and annular styles to monitor compressive loads and suit varying application usage.
Overview
Overview
Vibrating Wire Load Cells contain load elements that are manufactured from high-tensile, heat-treated, stress-relieved steel, with precision bearing surfaces. Machined overall, high-tensile matching load platens are recommended to provide a smooth parallel bearing surface and spread the load.
Both Solid and Annular style cells incorporate 3 to 6 Vibrating Wire strain sensing elements mounted parallel to the longitudinal axis of the cell and equidistant around the circumference.
With the multi sensor configuration, it is possible to obtain accurate readings even under mildly eccentric loading conditions, as the sensors are read individually. In multi-strand anchors, it is possible to tension the strands uniformly by monitoring the load in each sensor as appropriate.
Produce features
- Available in 3 to 6 sensor configurations for accurately determining eccentric loads
- Calibrated to expected load ranges for accurate measurements
- Robust and weatherproof for harsh environments
- Manufactured from high-tensile, heat-treated, stress-relieved steel, with precision bearing surfaces
Features and benefits
Features and benefits
Vibrating Wire Load Cell Specifications
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 445 kN to 4450 kN (100,000 to 1,000,000 lbs) |
| Overrange Capacity | 150% full scale |
| Sensitivity | 0.01% full scale |
| Accuracy | 0.5% full scale |
| Temperature range | -20°C to +80°C |
| Material | High tensile, stress relieved steel |
| Hole Size | As requested |
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