The load cells are sensors working on a principle of a transducer, taking force (weight) as an input and converting the measurement into an analog or digital electrical output. Rhopoint Nordic offers a wide range of load cells by the industry leading manufacturer Lord Sensing Stellar Technology, suitable for all industries and coping with the most demanding environments. Lord load cells come in variety of shapes and forms and offer range of load ranges, accuracies, operating temperature ranges, as well as options of hermetically sealed or submersible load cells, vibration tolerant and many others. Because of their high quality and reliability, they are the brand of choice for critical industries including millitary and defence, aerospace, oil and gas or medical, but they are a popular choice for automotive, pharmaceutical, power generation and alternative energy applications, too.
Can't find what you're looking for? Contact us, most Lord Sensing Stellar Technology load cells can be customised to meet all your needs.
The CNR950 rugged, compact and high capacity canister load cell from Stellar Technology offers maximum load ranges from 2k lbs to 2000k lbs with a high accuracy of ±0.25% FSO, ±0.15% FSO (linearity), ±0.15% FSO (hysteresis) and ±0.05% FSO (repeatability). The CNR950 series from Stellar Technology is designed specifically for force applications and constructed of welded stainless steel for the most demanding application environments. This device also features shock and vibration protection and each unit is shipped with a 5 point calibration.
Rugged, compact and high capacity canister load cell
Maximum load range from 2k lbs to 2000k lbs
Operating temperature −65°F (-53.9°C) to +250°F (+121.1°C)
All welded, stainless steel construction
Accuracy of ±0.25% FSO BFSL, typical ±0.15% FSO (linearity), typical ±0.15% FSO (hysteresis) and ±0.05% FSO (repeatability)
Electrical output of 2mV/V nominal
Maximum overload without damage 150% FSO
Temperature effect on zero of ±0.005% FSO/°F
Temperature effect on span of ±0.005% reading/°F
Zero balance of ±1% FSO
Bridge resistance of 350Ω or 700Ω nominal
The CNR950 series from Stellar Technology have the option of bolt on or welded on stainless steel electrical connectors, also available are hermetically sealed connectors for fully hermetic load cells. Optional features include:
Amplified Outputs
Threaded mounting features
Special calibrations
Mutiple bridges
Submersible versions to 30,000 ft in seawater
Operating temperature ranges (mV/V unit) −320°F (-195.6°C) to +400°F (+121.1°C)
Integral high level output (analog or digital) 50k or greater
Potential markets for the Stellar Technology CNR950 series include:
The CNR960 high capacity / high accuracy tension and compression canister load cell from Stellar Technology offers maximum load ranges from 25k lbs to 2000k lbs with a high static accuracy of ±0.2% FSO (linearity), ±0.2% FSO (hysteresis) and ±0.05% FSO (repeatability). The CNR960 series from Stellar Technology is designed specifically for high capacity and high accuracy test and measurement applications with a high fatigue life greater than 100 million fully reversed cycles at FSO and high immunity to off-axis loading.
This device is uniquely engineered to have a minimum deflection resulting in fast frequency response and constructed of electroless nickel plated carbon steel.
High capacity / high accuracy tension and compression canister load cell
Maximum load range from 25k lbs to 2000k lbs
Operating temperature −65°F (-53.9°C) to +250°F (+121.1°C)
Centre thread or circular bolt mount
Static accuracy of ±0.2% FSO (linearity), ±0.2% FSO (hysteresis) and ±0.05% FSO (repeatability)
Electrical output of 2mV/V
High fatigue life greater than 100 million fully reversed cycles at FSO
Temperature effect on zero of ±0.003% FSO/°F
Temperature effect on span of ±0.003% reading/°F
Zero balance of ±1% FSO at 70°F
High immunity to off-axis loading
Optional features for the Stellar Technology CNR960 series include:
Dual Bridge configurations
Customer specified electrical termination
Special calibrations
Metric threads
Expanded temperature compensation ranges
Potential markets for the Stellar Technology CNR960 series include:
The LDP990 multipurpose clevis pin load cell from Stellar Technology offers maximum load ranges from 3k lbs to 200k lbs with an accuracy of ±0.2% FSO typical (repeatability). The LDP990 series from Stellar Technology is designed specifically for applications where clevis pins, shear pins, shear axles or pulley shafts are carrying the load, these load pins are ideal for real time force monitoring of loads carried by these types of devices. Constructed of all welded stainless steel and are hermetically sealed to meet the most severe operating conditions, they are also available with internal amplifiers providing high level analog and digital outputs.
Multipurpose clevis pin load cell
Maximum load range from 3k lbs to 200k lbs
Operating temperature −65°F (-53.9°C) to +250°F (+121.1°C)
Tension or compression
Repeatability of ±0.2% FSO (typical)
Electrical output of 2mV/V (nominal)
All welded stainless steel construction
Temperature effect on zero of ±0.008% FSO/°F
Temperature effect on span of ±0.005% reading/°F
Zero balance of ±1% FSO
Shock and vibration resistant
Optional features for the Stellar Technology LDP990 series include:
Shackle kit w / orientation bracket
Customer specified electrical termination
Internal amplifiers for high level analog / digital outputs
Intrinsically approved 4-20mA output (ATEX and CSA)
Special full scale ranges
Submersible versions to 16,000 ft in sea water
Operating temperature range (mV/V unit) −320°F (-195.6°C) to +400°F (+121.1°C)
Special calibrations
Potential markets for the Stellar Technology LDP990 series include:
The MIN800 miniature tension and compression load cell from Stellar Technology offers maximum load ranges of 100lbs, 250lbs, 500lbs and 1000lbs with accuracy of ±0.25% BFSL. The MIN800 series from Stellar Technology are general purpose load cells being compact sized for both tension and compression applications, these miniature load cells are designed to minimise the effects of off-axis loading. Constructed of all welded stainless steel and are also configured as through-hole load washers which makes these highly adaptable.
Miniature tension and compression load cell
Maximum load ranges of 100lbs, 250lbs, 500lbs and 1000lbs
Operating temperature −65°F (-53.9°C) to +250°F (+121.1°C)
Accuracy of ±0.25% BFSL
Electrical output of 2mV/V (nominal)
All welded stainless steel construction
Temperature effect on zero of ±0.005% FSO/°F
Temperature effect on span of ±0.005% reading/°F
Zero balance of ±3% FSO
Shock and vibration resistant
5 point calibration record traceable to NIST
Optional features for the Stellar Technology MIN800 series include:
Multiple mounting configurations
Customer specified cable lengths
Metric versions
Special calibration
Female threads, custom interface
Operating temperature range (mV/V unit) −65°F (-53.9°C) to +400°F (+121.1°C)
Potential markets for the Stellar Technology MIN800 series include:
The MIN802 miniature compression load cell from Stellar Technology offers maximum load ranges of 100lbs, 250lbs, 500lbs and 1000lbs with accuracy of ±0.25% BFSL. These compact-sized bonded foil strain gauged force sensors provide reliable performance for demanding application conditions. They are constructed of all welded stainless steel and have a machined load button that is an integral part of the sensing element.
Miniature compression load cell
Maximum load ranges of 100lbs, 250lbs, 500lbs and 1000lbs
Operating temperature −65°F (-53.9°C) to +250°F (+121.1°C)
Accuracy of ±0.25% BFSL
Electrical output of 2mV/V (nominal)
All welded stainless steel construction
Temperature effect on zero of ±0.005% FSO/°F
Temperature effect on span of ±0.005% reading/°F
Zero balance of ±1% FSO
Shock and vibration resistant
Each unit comes with 5 point calibration record traceable to NIST
Optional features for the Stellar Technology MIN802 series include:
Multiple mounting configurations
Customer specified cable lengths
Metric versions
Special calibration
Operating temperature range (mV/V unit) −65°F (-53.9°C) to +400°F (+121.1°C)
Potential markets for the Stellar Technology MIN802 series include:
The MIN811 precision miniature tension and compression load cell from Stellar Technology offers maximum load ranges of 100lbs, 250lbs, 500lbs and 1000lbs with accuracy of ±0.15% BFSL. The MIN811 series from Stellar Technology are both high accuracy and compact sized for both tension and compression applications, these miniature load cells are designed to minimise the effects of off-axis loading. Constructed of all welded stainless steel, these devices come in a variety of mounting configurations with active male threads as standard.
High accuracy precision miniature tension and compression load cell
Maximum load ranges of 100lbs, 250lbs, 500lbs and 1000lbs
Operating temperature range −65°F (-53.9°C) to +250°F (+121.1°C)
Accuracy of ±0.15% BFSL
Electrical output of 2mV/V (nominal)
All welded stainless steel construction
Temperature effect on zero of ±0.003% FSO/°F
Temperature effect on span of ±0.003% reading/°F
Zero balance of ±1% FSO
Shock and vibration resistant
5 point calibration record traceable to NIST
Optional features for the Stellar Technology MIN811 series include:
Female thread or custom interfaces
Customer specified cable lengths
Metric versions
Special calibration
Special full scales ranges
Operating Temperature range (mV/V unit) −65°F (-53.9°C) to +400°F (+121.1°C)
Potential markets for the Stellar Technology MIN811 series include:
The MIN822 precision miniature compression load cell from Stellar Technology offers maximum load ranges of 100lbs, 250lbs, 500lbs and 1000lbs with accuracy of ±0.15% BFSL. These compact-sized bonded foil strain gauged force sensors provide reliable performance for demanding application conditions requiring higher accuracy. The MIN822 series from Stella Technology are constructed of all welded stainless steel and have a machined load button that is an integral part of the sensing element, available in a variety of mounting configurations.
Precision miniature compression load cell
Maximum load ranges of 100lbs, 250lbs, 500lbs and 1000lbs
Operating temperature −65°F (-53.9°C) to +250°F (+121.1°C)
Accuracy of ±0.15% BFSL
Electrical output of 2mV/V (nominal)
All welded stainless steel construction
Temperature effect on zero of ±0.003% FSO/°F
Temperature effect on span of ±0.003% reading/°F
Zero balance of ±1% FSO
Shock and vibration resistant
Each unit comes with 5 point calibration record traceable to NIST
Optional features for the Stellar Technology MIN822 series include:
Custom mounting configurations
Customer specified cable lengths
Metric versions
Special calibration
Operating temperature range (mV/V unit) −65°F (-53.9°C) to +400°F (+121.1°C)
Potential markets for the Stellar Technology MIN822 series include:
The MIN830 high capacity miniature compression load cell from Stellar Technology offers maximum load ranges from 10lbs to 30k lbs with an accuracy of ±0.5% BFSL. These compact-sized load cells are for general purpose compression load applications, the larger units are available with internal signal conditioning for analog (0-5 Vdc, 0-10 Vdc, 0.004-0.020A) and/or digital (RS232, RS485, CSNbus, MODbus) outputs. The MIN830 series from Stella Technology are constructed of all welded stainless steel and the bonded foil strain gauged force sensors, provide reliable performance for demanding applications.
High capacity miniature compression load cell
Maximum load ranges from 10lbs to 30k lbs
Operating temperature −65°F (-53.9°C) to +250°F (+121.1°C)
Accuracy of ±0.5% BFSL
Electrical output of 2mV/V (nominal)
All welded stainless steel construction
Temperature effect on zero of ±0.005% FSO/°F
Temperature effect on span of ±0.005% reading/°F
Zero balance of ±3% FSO
Shock and vibration resistant
Each unit comes with 5 point calibration record traceable to NIST
Optional features for the Stellar Technology MIN830 series include:
Internal electronics for analog or digital output (consult us for available ranges)
Customer specified cable lengths
Metric versions
Special calibration
Operating temperature range (mV/V unit) −65°F (-53.9°C) to +400°F (+204.4°C)
Mounting Base kit
Special full scale ranges
Potential markets for the Stellar Technology MIN830 series include:
The MIN835 high capacity miniature tension and compression load cell from Stellar Technology offers maximum load ranges of 2k lbs, 3k lbs, 5k lbs, 7.5k lbs and 10k lbs with an accuracy of ±0.2% BFSL. Constructed of all welded stainless steel, these bonded foil strain gauged force sensors provide reliable performance for demanding applications and come in a variety of mounting configurations. The MIN835 series from Stellar Technology are ideal for high capacity applications where size constraints limit many load cell configurations.
High capacity miniature tension and compression load cell
Maximum load ranges of 2k lbs, 3k lbs, 5k lbs, 7.5k lbs and 10k lbs
Operating temperature range −65°F (-53.9°C) to +250°F (+121.1°C)
Accuracy of ±0.2% BFSL
Electrical output of 2mV/V (nominal)
All welded stainless steel construction
Temperature effect on zero of ±0.005% FSO/°F
Temperature effect on span of ±0.005% reading/°F
Zero balance of ±1% FSO
Shock and vibration resistant
Each unit comes with a 5 point calibration record traceable to NIST
Optional features for the Stellar Technology MIN835 series include:
Multiple mounting configurations
Metric versions
Special calibration
Customer mounting threads and cable lengths
Operating Temperature range (mV/V unit) −65°F (-53.9°C) to +400°F (+204.4°C)
Potential markets for the Stellar Technology MIN835 series include:
The MIN840 high accuracy miniature tension or compression load cell from Stellar Technology offers maximum load ranges of 250lbs, 500lbs, 1000lbs, 2500lbs and 5000lbs with an accuracy of ±0.15% BFSL. Constructed of all welded stainless steel, these bonded foil strain gauged force sensors provide reliable performance for demanding application environments and come in a variety of mounting configurations. The MIN835 series from Stellar Technology come with internal modules which provide high level analog or digital outputs.
High accuracy miniature tension or compression load cell
Maximum load ranges of 250lbs, 500lbs, 1000lbs, 2500lbs and 5000lbs
Operating temperature range −40°F (-40°C) to +250°F (+121.1°C)
Accuracy of ±0.2% BFSL
Electrical output of 2mV/V (nominal)
All welded stainless steel construction
Temperature effect on zero of ±0.005% FSO/°F
Temperature effect on span of ±0.005% reading/°F
Zero balance of ±1% FSO
Shock and vibration resistant
Each unit comes with a 5 point calibration record traceable to NIST
Optional features for the Stellar Technology MIN840 series include:
Multiple mounting configurations
Metric versions
Analog (4-20mA, 0-5Vdc, 0-10Vdc) and Digital (RS232, RS485, MODbus, CANbus) outputs
Special calibration
Customer specified cable lengths
Operating Temperature range −40°F (-53.9°C) to +400°F (+204.4°C)
Potential markets for the Stellar Technology MIN840 series include:
The MIN845 miniature compression load washer from Stellar Technology offers maximum load ranges from 2.5k lbs to 200k lbs with an accuracy of ±2% BFSL. These miniature through-hole configurations are often used for measuring tension on fasteners. Constructed of stainless steel, these bonded foil strain gauge force sensors are available in a wide selection of both standard and special outside/inside diameters. The MIN845 series from Stellar Technology can be used with Stellar Technology's selection of in-line and DIN rail mount signal conditioners to provide current or voltage outputs.
Miniature compression load washer
Maximum load ranges from 2.5k lbs to 200k lbs
Operating temperature range −40°F (-40°C) to +250°F (+121.1°C)
Accuracy of ±2% BFSL
Electrical output of 2mV/V (nominal)
All stainless steel construction
Temperature effect on zero of ±0.01% FSO/°F
Temperature effect on span of ±0.01% reading/°F
Zero balance of ±3% FSO
Shock and vibration resistant
Each unit comes with a 5 point calibration record traceable to NIST
Optional features for the Stellar Technology MIN845 series include:
Custom sizes
Metric versions
Special calibration
Custom cable lengths
Operating Temperature range −65°F (-53.9°C) to +400°F (+204.4°C)
Potential Markets for the Stellar Technology MIN845 series include:
The PNC700 general purpose, high accuracy pancake load cell from Stellar Technology, offers maximum load ranges from 100lbs to 100k lbs with an accuracy of ±0.05% FSO BFSL. These force sensors incorporate a threaded-through centre hole with dual diaphragms and uniquely configured mounting holes, these design features result in improved accuracy and increased rigidity thus reducing both the effects if off-centre loading and side loading. The PNC700 series from Stellar Technology are constructed of all welded stainless steel for very demanding application environments, with bolt-on or welded-on stainless steel electrical connectors.
General purpose, high accuracy pancake tension and compression load cell
Low profile
Maximum load ranges from 100lbs to 100k lbs
Operating temperature range −65°F (-53.89°C) to +250°F (+121.1°C)
High accuracy of ±0.05% FSO BFSL
Electrical output of 3mV/V (nominal)
All welded stainless steel construction
Temperature effect on zero of ±0.002% FSO/°F
Temperature effect on span of ±0.002% reading/°F
Zero balance of ±1% FSO
Excellent off-axis capability
Barometric compensation, shock and vibration protection
Each unit comes with a 5 point calibration record traceable to NIST
Optional features for the Stellar Technology PNC700 series include:
Customer specified threaded centre hole
Metric versions
Customer specified electrical termination
Overload stops
Internal amplifier for high level analog and/or digital output
Special calibration
Dual/triple bridges
Operating Temperature range −320°F (-195.56°C) to +400°F (+204.4°C)
Submersible versions to 30,000ft (9,144m) in seawater
Potential markets for the Stellar Technology PNC700 series include:
The PNC710 general purpose, high accuracy pancake load cell from Stellar Technology, offers maximum load ranges from 100lbs to 200k lbs with an accuracy of ±0.1% FSO (linearity) and hysteresis of 0.08% FSO. These force sensors incorporate a threaded-through centre hole with dual diaphragms and uniquely configured mounting holes, these design features result in improved accuracy and increased rigidity thus reducing both the effects if off-centre loading and side loading. The PNC710 series from Stellar Technology are constructed of all welded stainless steel for very demanding application environments, with bolt-on or welded-on stainless steel electrical connectors.
General purpose, high accuracy pancake tension and compression load cell
Low profile
Maximum load ranges from 100lbs to 200k lbs
Operating temperature range −65°F (-53.89°C) to +250°F (+121.1°C)
High accuracy of ±0.1% FSO BFSL (linearity)
Electrical output of 3mV/V ±50% FSO
All welded stainless steel construction
Temperature effect on zero of ±0.002% FSO/°F
Temperature effect on span of ±0.002% reading/°F
Zero balance of ±1% FSO
Excellent off-axis capability
Barometric compensation, shock and vibration protection
Each unit comes with a 5 point calibration record traceable to NIST
Optional features for the Stellar Technology PNC710 series include:
Customer specified threaded centre hole
Metric versions
Customer specified electrical termination
Overload stops
Internal amplifier for high level analog and/or digital output
Special calibration
Dual/triple bridges
Operating Temperature range −320°F (-195.56°C) to +400°F (+204.4°C)
Submersible versions to 30,000ft (9,144m) in seawater
Potential markets for the Stellar Technology PNC710 series include:
The PNC720 general purpose compression pancake load cell from Stellar Technology, offers maximum load ranges from 100lbs to 120k lbs with an accuracy of ±0.1% FSO (linearity) and hysteresis of 0.08% FSO. These load cells incorporate an integral spherical load button with welded dual diaphragms for improved accuracy and rigidity. The PNC720 series from Stellar Technology are constructed of all welded stainless steel for very demanding application environments, with bolt-on or welded-on stainless steel electrical connectors as standard.
General purpose compression load cell
Low profile design
Maximum load ranges from 100lbs to 120k lbs
Operating temperature range −65°F (-53.89°C) to +250°F (+121.1°C)
High accuracy of ±0.1% FSO BFSL (linearity)
Electrical output of 3mV/V ±50% FSO
All welded stainless steel construction
Temperature effect on zero of ±0.002% FSO/°F
Temperature effect on span of ±0.002% reading/°F
Zero balance of ±1% FSO
Barometric compensation, shock and vibration protection
Each unit comes with a 5 point calibration record traceable to NIST
Optional features for the Stellar Technology PNC720 series include:
Customer specified electrical termination
Metric versions
Customer specified electrical termination
Overload stops
Internal amplifier for high level analog and/or digital output
Special calibration
Dual/triple bridges
Operating Temperature range −320°F (-195.56°C) to +400°F (+204.4°C)
Submersible versions to 30,000ft (9,144m) in seawater
Potential markets for the Stellar Technology PNC720 series include:
The PNC770 low profile, lightweight and precision pancake load cell series from Stellar Technology, offers maximum load ranges of 25lbs, 50lbs, 100lbs, 200lbs and 300lbs with an accuracy of ±0.05% FSO BFSL. The PNC770 series from Stella Technology are constructed of light weight aircraft aluminium for weight limited applications and incorporate an integral base for a more compact design with an integral cable.
Low profile, lightweight and precision pancake load cell
Compact size with integral base with integral cable
Maximum load ranges of 25lbs, 50lbs, 100lbs, 200lbs and 300lbs
Operating temperature range −65°F (-53.89°C) to +130°F (+54.44°C)
High accuracy of ±0.05% FSO BFSL
Electrical output of 2mV/V ±25% FSO
Light weight aircraft aluminium
Temperature effect on zero of ±0.002% FSO/°F
Temperature effect on span of ±0.002% reading/°F
Creep, in 30 min if 0.025% load
Zero balance of ±1% FSO
Barometric compensation, shock and vibration protection
Each unit comes with a 5 point calibration record traceable to NIST
Low off-axis sensitivity
Cycle life of 10 million
Optional features for the Stellar Technology PNC770 series include:
Customer specified connectors/cable lengths
Metric versions
Customer specified electrical termination
Internal amplifier for high level analog and/or digital output
Special calibration
Dual bridges
Potential markets for the Stellar Technology PNC770 series include:
