Analog Load Cells

While older analog load cells rely on external equipment for signal processing, new devices contain this technology inside the unit. These force-measuring devices can be used in a variety of applications.

Analog load cells are adapted to use capacitive technology. Instead of reading forces with strain gauges or piezo methods, these devices calculate force by measuring the change in internal capacitance. These analog load cells require much lower amplification, which leads to more sensitivity and a greater measurement range.

Analog Load Cells Offer Additional Benefits

Since analog load cells that operate with capacitive technology do not have fragile components, they are much more resistant to changes in the test environment. With strain gauges, there is a chance that a temperature increase or decrease could interfere with the reading. The sturdiness of capacitive technology also allows for the creation of small load cells that can handle heavy objects.

Capacitive analog load cells have a signal that is converted to a digital medium. By nature, capacitance does not travel well over long distances, so this digital conversion is required. The final digital signal can be further processed in order to work with certain measuring and indicator equipment.

Loadstar Sensors, Inc. makes analog load cells with capacitive technology. Our company offers small and large models as well as indicators and additional load cell equipment to help engineers make the required measurements.