Force Measurement Glossary
What is gauge factor? Rated capacity?This useful resource defines common terms and acronyms in the force measurement domain.
What is gauge factor? Rated capacity?This useful resource defines common terms and acronyms in the force measurement domain.
Learn about different load cell types that exist and what applications they are suited for: strain gauge, hydraulic, pneumatic, capacitive and piezoelectric transducers
Load cell specifications generally cover three things: (1) what output voltage can you expect for a given load, (2) how much error can you expect for a given output and (3) how to safely operate the load cell. This article explains some of the most common load cell manufacturer’s specifications.
Learn what the piezoelectric effect is, which materials create it, their fabrication, and their use in piezoelectric nanomaterials (PN), energy harvesting devices, sensors, and actuators.
This article explains how strain gauge properties differ from piezoelectric sensors and how these properties make each well-suited for different applications.
Our Load Cell FAQs answer common questions about our store and our products. Wondering how to start designing a load measurement project, connect components, optimize accuracy, troubleshoot and more? Find the answers here.
Piezoelectric force transducers are small in size and well-suited for applications requiring miniature components or dynamic force measurement. This article explains how to install and mount them for highest accuracy.
What is the difference between a four-wire and six-wire load cell? Find out the answer to this and other load cell cabling questions here.