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iLoad Mini Load Cell

load cellThe iLoad Mini Series load cell is designed for applications where size is a major constraint. The iLoad Mini is only 1.25" in diameter and outputs a 5V TTL square wave whose frequency is proportional to applied loads.
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Load Cell Highlights

Capacitive Load Cell Technology

  • Simplifies load measurements
  • Standard 5V DC input
  • 5V TTL frequency output
  • Temperature compensated

Integrated Load Cell Electronics

  • No external signal conditioner
  • Large signal to noise ratio
  • Saves space & reduces clutter

Rugged & Reliable

  • Aluminum or Stainless steel construction
  • Mechanically robust design
  • Weather-resistant packaging

Easy Attachment

  • Convenient mounting on top
    and bottom of sensor
  • Self balancing three point
    support on base
  • Optional Tension Adapter available

Multiple Load Cell Capacities

  • iLoad 10 pound miniature load cell
  • iLoad 50 pound miniature load cell
  • iLoad 100 pound miniature load cell
  • iLoad 200 pound miniature load cell

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Loadstar’s iLoad Mini load cell is based on the same Capacitive Technology as the iLoad and iLoad Pro load cells. However, it differs in one important respect–the Mini outputs a square wave whose frequency is proportional to the applied load. The Mini, the smallest load cell currently offered by Loadstar Sensors, is a small circular sensor with a diameter of just 1.25 in. and is available with either a threaded stud or a load button on top of the load cell. It has three threaded holes on the bottom of the sensor to easily mount the load cell with commonly available hardware.

If your application needs an analog (0-5V or 2mV/V) or digital USB output from the iLoad Mini the DQ-1000A or DQ-1000U are available as options.

Precise
Accuracies from 1% to 0.5%
of full scale.
  Integrated Electronics
No need for signal conditioning
or data acquisition system. Available interface for USB or analog output.
 
Rugged
Stainless steel or aluminum construction. Environmentally protected.
  Easy Mounting
Threaded mounting holes for easy attachment using standard fixtures.

Basic Configurations with Tension Adapter
(IX-125)
with Tension Adapter
(IX-125)
with Tension Adapter
(TX-125) and Rod End
Click on thumbnail for alternative configuration


Suggested Configuration

Frequency to Digital USB Output

Digital Frequency Configuration

Frequency to Analog Output

Analog Frequency Configuration

Unlike conventional resistive sensors based on either strain gauges or piezo-resistive techniques, Loadstar’s breakthrough patented technology harnesses changes in capacitance to measure loads quickly and accurately. In the Mini, the change in capacitance is converted into a change in frequency of the output signal.

The load cell accepts a 5V DC input and outputs a TTL square wave whose frequency is proportional to the applied load. Most data acquisition systems, microprocessors and microcontrollers have the capability to measure the frequency of the signal.

The iLoad Mini load cell has 2 frequency outputs. When Control Input = logic '1', the Mini outputs the sensor frequency, Fsensor. When Control Input = logic '0', the Mini ouputs the reference frequency, Fref. The compensated frequency Fcomp = Fsensor - K*Fref, where K is a constant provided by Loadstar. Loadstar provides the coefficients for the quadratic equation to translate Fcomp to load.

 
 

Miniature Load Cell Dome: Stainless Steel, 17-4PH

Load Cell - Standard
Part Number
Capacity
Accuracy
(FS)
Output
Cable(included)
List Price
 
MFD-010-100-S
10 lb
1%
250 - 150KHz
6' USB Mini B
Please Call or fill out form
MFD-050-100-S
50 lb
1%
250 - 150KHz
6' USB Mini B
Please Call or fill out form
MFD-100-100-S
100 lb
1%
250 - 150KHz
6' USB Mini B
Please Call or fill out form
MFD-200-100-S
200 lb
1%
250 - 150KHz
6' USB Mini B
Please Call or fill out form
 

Miniature Load Cell Stud: Stainless Steel, 17-4PH

Load Cell - Standard
Part Number
Capacity
Accuracy
(FS)
Output
Cable(included)
List Price
 
MFM-010-100-S
10 lb
1%
250 - 150KHz
6' USB Mini B
Please Call or fill out form
MFM-050-100-S
50 lb
1%
250 - 150KHz
6' USB Mini B
Please Call or fill out form
MFM-100-100-S
100 lb
1%
250 - 150KHz
6' USB Mini B
Please Call or fill out form
MFM-200-100-S
200 lb
1%
250 - 150KHz
6' USB Mini B
Please Call or fill out form
 

Miniature Load Cell Dome: Aluminum

Load Cell - Standard
Part Number
Capacity
Accuracy
(FS)
Output
Cable(included)
List Price
 
MFD-010-200-A
10 lb
2%
250 - 150KHz
6' USB Mini B
Please Call or fill out form
MFD-050-200-A
50 lb
2%
250 - 150KHz
6' USB Mini B
Please Call or fill out form
MFD-100-200-A
100 lb
2%
250 - 150KHz
6' USB Mini B
Please Call or fill out form
MFD-200-200-A
200 lb
2%
250 - 150KHz
6' USB Mini B
Please Call or fill out form

Miniature Load Cell Stud: Aluminum

Load Cell - Standard
Part Number
Capacity
Accuracy
(FS)
Output
Cable(included)
List Price
 
MFM-010-200-A
10 lb
2%
250 - 150KHz
6' USB Mini B
Please Call or fill out form
MFM-050-200-A
50 lb
2%
250 - 150KHz
6' USB Mini B
Please Call or fill out form
MFM-100-200-A
100 lb
2%
250 - 150KHz
6' USB Mini B
Please Call or fill out form
MFM-200-200-A
200 lb
2%
250 - 150KHz
6' USB Mini B
Please Call or fill out form
 

Compatible Accesories

Frequency Interface Device Rod Ends
DQ-1000U DQ-1000A DQ-4000U RE-125 Rod End
Single Channel Frequency to Digital USB Convertor Single Channel Frequency to Analog Convertor Four Channel Frequency to USB Converter Female Mounting
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Designed for iLoad Mini Designed for iLoad Mini Designed for iLoad Mini Designed for iLoad Mini
Universal Adapters
TX-125 IX-125 TX-125A IX-125A
Stainless Steel Tension Adapter Stainless Steel Inline Adapter Aluminum Tension Adapter Aluminum Inline Adapter
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Designed for iLoad Mini Steel Designed for iLoad Mini Steel Designed for iLoad Mini Aluminum Designed for iLoad Mini Aluminum
Interface Device USB Hubs Wireless Hub
ds 3000u wired four port hub wired seven port hub wireless four port hub
DS-3000U HX-400 Wired USB Hub HX-700 Wired USB Hub WX-400 Wireless USB Hub
Digital 4 Channel LED Display Four Port Hub Seven Port Hub Four Port Wireless Hub
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DS-3000 Requires DQ-1000U HX-400 Requires DQ-1000U HX-700 Requires DQ-1000U WX-400 Requires DQ-1000U
Ethernet Hub Concentrators Extender Cable  
ethernet hub sensor concetrator 5m extender cable  
EX-500 Network Hub SC-1200 Sensor Concentrator UX-100 Active Extender Cable  
Five Port Ethernet Hub 12 Port Sensor Concentrator 5 meter active USB extender cable  
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EX-500 Requires DQ-1000U SC-1200 Requires DQ-1000U UX-100 Requires DQ-1000U  
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