Just Sense It!

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Breaking Point!

Measure peak impact forces using our unique true force sensors. Find out exactly when the forces reach a breaking point.

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Bite Hard!

Measure how hard someone can bite. Perfect for pre and post surgical monitoring.

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Make It Count!

Up your game. Track your peak punch force & endurance to become fighting fit. Train like a champion.

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Inventory that Counts Itself!

End the drudgery of cycle counting. Banish stockouts. Never run out of critical parts.

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Real-time Updates for Gas Cylinders & Liquid Tanks

Monitor Fluid Levels Autonomously. Get Real-time Updates and Alerts.

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Ensure Safe Landings!

Characterize the forces that matter. Optimize your designs. Ensure safety.

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Keep it Moving!

Track your inventory even when it is moved.
Never lose sight of it. Never run out of it.
Keep your assembly line moving!

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10,000+ Happy Customersin 85+ Countries100+ Solutions Created 20+ Patents Issued17+ Years in Businessand counting!

We invented the world's first USB Load Cell and made it possible to view, log or plot forces on a PC, Tablet, Phone or an LCD display. Now we also offer torque, impact, displacement, pressure, temperature and level sensors with the same ease of use in keeping our motto...Sensing Made Easy!

Sensors

Sensors

We offer Force, Weight, Torque, Displacement, Pressure, Temperature and Level sensors in various ranges & accuracy classes to meet your specific needs.

Interfaces

Interfaces

We offer signal conditioners to connect with computers, phones, microcontrollers & PLCs via USB, WiFI, BLE, XBee digital protocols & 0-5 VDC or 4-20 mA analog outputs. 

Software

Software

Available Software includes LoadVUE, SensorVUE and ControlVUE to display, log and plot data from your sensors on PCs, Tablets or Phones.

Calibration

Calibration

Sensors need to be calibrated with interface devices before they can be used. We offer NIST traceable calibration services and certificates to offer you peace of mind.

Powering the World's Most Advanced Applications

Load Cells

We offer a variety of load cells to meet your application needs. We have load cells for push or compression forces, pull or tension forces or universal load cells that can measure push or pull, compression and/or tension forces. Some are through hole load cells, some are miniature load cells, some are s-beams and some single point load cells. You need to pick a load cell that meets your accuracy, size, off center loading, temperature conditions and cost constraints. Take a quick visual look at the ones shown below and identify a few that looks right to you and then explore the details further.

REB5 Miniature Load Cell

Compression Only
2kg, 5kg, 10kg & 100kg
+/- 0.5% of FS Accuracy class/p>

RSB2 Button Load Cell

Compression Only
25 kg to 1000kg.
+/- 0.05% of FS Accuracy Class

RSB3 Threaded Stud Load Cell

Push or Pull Force
50kg, to 500kg
+/- 0.1% of FS Accuracy Class

REB7 Threaded Stud on Both Sides Load Cell

Push or Pull Force
1kg to 100kg.
+/- 0.1% of Full Scale.

RAS1 S-Beam Load Cell

Tension or Compression
25 lb to 40K lbs
+/- 0.02% of FS Accuracy Class

RAL1 Pancake Load Cell

Tension or Compression
5K lb to 100k lb
+/- 0.03% of FS Accuracy Class

RSB6 Through Hole Load Cell

Tension and/or Compression
250 kg to 5K kg
+/- 0.05% of FS Accuracy Class

iWeigh Scales

Compression Only
1 lb to 100K lbs
+/- 0.02% of FS Accuracy Class

RAP4 Single Point Load Cell

Measure Compression Forces.
Available in 2kg, 10kg, 100kg.
Accuracy Class 0.05% of Full Scale.

RSP1 Single Point Load Cell

Measure Compression Forces
11 lbs to 330 lbs
+/- 0.03% of FS Accuracy Class

RAPG Single Point Load Cell

Compression Only
100 g to 3 kg
+/- 0.1% of FS Accuracy Class

Bite Force Sensor

Compression Only
100kg (220 lbs)
+/- 1% of FS Accuracy Class

Spec-Sheets, Solid Models, and Documentation

Please Register and Login to our website to access the spec-sheets, solid models, sample code, and documentation for all our products. Once you register, you can also generate and email a quote to yourself. 

Why Buy From Us?

30 day money-back guarantee

Generous application support

NIST Traceable Calibration

Ready to use out-of-the-box

Royalty Free Software APIs 

Patent protected technology

End to End Solutions

Scales

Scales

Ready-to-use scales with NIST traceable calibration certificates in various capacities & sizes. Pallet scales, waterproof scales & NTEP rated scales also available.

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Brake Testing

Brake Testing

Pedal Force Sensors to help you characterize & test brakes, accelerators and other pedals used to apply a force to control a vehicle or other device.

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IV Bag Monitoring

IV Bag Monitoring

Monitor IV bags remotely and get alerts before the fluid runs out. Save lives, save time and reduce cost with our simple to use USB or Wireless IV Bag monitors.

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Tank Weighing

Tank Weighing

Weigh tanks for process control, inventory tracking and for dispensing fluids. Refill tanks or fill smaller tanks or containers by weight with our easy to use control system.

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Weigh Modules

Weigh Modules

Weigh Modules allow you to insert sensors underneath existing machinery or containers to quickly weigh contents. No need for special machining or mounting. Available with displays, USB or wireless interfaces. 

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Suspension Testing

Suspension Testing

One of a kind Force & Displacement sensors allow you to characterize and test suspensions to measure how much the suspension compresses with applied loads. DIsplay, log and plota Force vs. Displacement results.

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Harness Testing

Harness Testing

Whether you are testing parachute harnesses or chains that pick up heavy loads using cranes or are ropes that are used to save life during rescue missions, our harness testing solutions make it easy for you. 

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Thrust Force

Thrust Force

Characterize rocket thrust force, aircraft lift and drag, or a drone's ability to lift weight using our easy to use thrust force measurement solution with 1 KHz data update rates and LoadVUE Pro or SensorVUE software.

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Thrust Force & CG Measurement

FAQ

When was Loadstar Sensors founded?

The company was founded in 2003 with the idea of developing easy to use digital PC friendly force measurement solutions. In 2010, Loadstar Sensors was purchased by and operates as a wholly owned unit ofYPoint Capital, Inc. We have over 10,000 customers in 85+ countries and have over 20 issued patents. We are located in the heart of Silicon Valley in Fremont, CA.

What is a Capacitive Load Cell?

A capacitive load cell works on the principle of change of capacitance in response to applied forces. When a force is applied, it changes the gap between two capacitive plates. This change is transduced into a change in frequency of the output signal. Instead of minute changes in voltage, one can get change in frequency and conver this into a measure of force.

What is a Resistive Load Cell?

A resisitive load cell is built using strain gauges arranged in a wheatstone bridge network. A strain gauge is basically a resistive element that is piezo resistive i.e. it changes resistance in response to changes in strain (change in length over original length). Applied forces lead to induced stresses that lead to displacement and strain. The change in strain leads to a change in resistance. So with an applied inout voltage one can measure tiny changes in voltage and use this to infer the applied force.

Do you offer signal conditioners and displays?

We offer signal conditioners that allow you to connect to a computer (PC. Mac or Linux) via USB or wirelessly via XBee, WiFi or BLE protocols. We also offer sensor interfaces with UART output to connect to a microcontroller to develop an embedded application. Our analog signal conditioner makes it easy to get  analog 0-5 V voltage output or 4-20 mA current output. Or simply connect to our touch screen LCD display to show values on a simple physical display.

What software do you offer?

We offer free LoadVUE Lite software to display force/weight on a Windows 8/10 PC/Tablet. The LoadVUE Pro software allows you to display, log & plot force/weight data, recalibrate sensors and get remote support. SensorVUE extends support to an unlimited number of sensors as well as all types of sensors we offer. ControlVUE software extends the functionality offered by SensorVUE and adds the ability to control external devices based on sensor values through a USB Relay with one to eight channel. Our sensors and interfaces allow you to write your own code as well! We also offer customization and custom softrware development services to meet your specific needs!

Do you offer calibration service?

Yes. We offer calibration service on new sensor purchases as well as recalibration service for previously purchased sensors. We use NIST traceable reference standards to perform and validate the calibration and provide a free calibration certificate as part of the service. We are NOT ISO certified.

How can I get pricing information?

You can register on our website, login and see all prices, download spec sheets and solid models. You can also send us an email with your contact information and shipping address and we will be happy to send you a formal quote.

What is your return policy?

We give you a 30 day guarantee for you purchase. Please refer to our Returns and Refunds Policy and contact us if you face any issues with your product(s).

Any calibration service fees, shipping and payment fees cannot be refunded.

What is the typical lead time?

We need between one and two weeks usually to ship your order for items in stock. This is because we have to make your sensor, interface and calibrate them together, make sure the quality meets all specs and then pack and ship it to you. We offer expedited processing options if you are in a rush and need to get sensors sooner. If out of stock or if sensors are needed in volume, we could take 4-6 weeks or longer. Please contact us to get an estimate of price and lead time for your particular needs.

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