Force Measurement Glossary
What is gauge factor? Rated capacity?This useful resource defines common terms and acronyms in the force measurement domain.
Tag: load cell terms
An Overview of Load Cells
Learn about different load cell types that exist and what applications they are suited for: strain gauge, hydraulic, pneumatic, capacitive and piezoelectric transducers
How to Read a Load Cell Data Sheet
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.
The Piezoelectric Effect and Its Applications
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.
Strain Gauges vs. Piezoelectric Sensors
This article explains how strain gauge properties differ from piezoelectric sensors and how these properties make each well-suited for different applications.
Load Cell FAQ
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.
Installing and Mounting Piezoelectric Force Transducers
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.
External Wiring in Strain Gauge Load Cells
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.
