Introduction to Load Cells A&D


Introduction to Load Cells

Chapter 1	Definition of the “Load Cell” (PDF 88KB)
Overview	Characteristics of the Strain Gauge Load Cell (PDF 89KB)


Chapter 2	Strain Gauge (PDF 85KB)
Measurement Principle of Load Cells	Spring Material (PDF 269KB)
	Adhesive (PDF 269KB)
	The Shapes of Spring Materials and How Strains Occur (PDF 143KB)
	Basic Circuit of Load Cells (PDF 169KB)
	Various Correction Circuits (PDF 192KB)


Chapter 3
Terms, Specifications, Performance, Testing Methods	Outline (PDF 64KB)
	General Specifications (PDF 138KB)
	Load Characteristics (PDF 122KB)
	Creep Chracteristics (PDF 120KB)
	Temperature Chracteristics (PDF 95KB)
	Electical Characteristics / Four-Corner Error (PDF 71KB)
	Other Characteristics (PDF 151KB)


Chapter 4
Outline of Load Cell Production Processes	Strain Gauge Production Process (PDF 144KB)
	Load Cell Production Process (PDF 183KB)


Chapter 5
Types of Load Cells	Direction of Loading / Precision / Shape of Spring Material
	Air tightness / Outer Shape / Other Classifications (PDF 156KB)

Chapter 6
How to Use Load Cells	Loading Conditions / Rated Capacity /
	Precautions for Use (PDF 188KB)


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