What Is a Beam Load Cell?
A beam load cell is a type of force measurement sensor that quantifies the load exerted on an object by measuring bending strain and converting this physical deformation into an electrical signal.
The core functionality of a beam load cell lies in its ability to sense the bending strain caused by an applied force using strain gauges. This strain is then transformed into an electrical signal, which is subsequently amplified and processed to accurately determine the load’s magnitude.
Renowned for their high measurement accuracy, beam load cells are integral to various weighing systems. They are employed in platform scales, tank weighing setups, crane load assessments, and for conducting material tensile and compression tests with testing machines. Key advantages of beam load cells include their precision, straightforward and user-friendly design, adaptability across different measurement tasks, robustness in challenging conditions, and availability in a wide range of capacities and configurations.