Buying Load Cells

 Are you looking to shop for load cells? All Scale Shop has been providing a wide variety of brand name load cells and accessories for many industries for more than 40 years.

Load cells are a powerful piece of technology often used in the conversion of a force into a measurable output of electricity.

 

Having been in use for years in the technological space, load cells are important instruments used in industries to drive results. Some of the examples that can be linked to load cells include hydraulic load cells, Strain gauge type load cells, ring type load cells, miniature load cells spool type load cells, compression load cells, canister style load cells and platform type load cells. Load cells are useful in analyzing stress analysis as well as electrical measurement of strain resistance.

 

Depending on the environment in which the load cell is to be put into use, suitable subtypes of the load cells can be engaged. Here are some of the Load cell types and their descriptions here are

Miniature load cells

ü they possess a small amount of space

ü they can perform with heavy-duty loads

ü they usually work with a twist-lock connector

ü they can accommodate test benches and industrial weighing applications

ü they have high accuracy

ü they have a completely traceable calibration

Canister Style Load cells

ü they are water-resistant

ü they can be sued for single and multiple weighing processes

ü their loads are hydrostatically compensated

ü they can be adapted for use in a very harsh environment

ü they are durable and can be used with heavy-duty equipment

 

Strain load cells

ü  they are accurate for static and dynamic measurements

ü  they have high sensitivity

ü  a strain is effectively transmitted to the grid through the collaboration of the bond and matrix carrier

Platform load cells

ü they are best suited for industrial weighing

ü they are hermetically sealed

ü they can be used for operations that require high accuracy and water tightness

ü they provide off-center load compensation

ü they are designed to offer optimal performance when utilized.

When selecting a load cell, consider the flowing tips:

1.     The Operating Environment: depending on your kind of environment, (if it is dry, harsh or dusty) your choice of load cell should be compatible with the environment it will be used in to ensure optimal delivery and durability in the long run.

2.     Exposure: If the load cells will be immersed in water, oils, chemicals or other fluids, you have to factor this in before making your choice.

3.     Kind of load to be measured: Will the load cell require the application of a dynamic or sudden load? You have to provide thorough answers before making your choice.

For more information about our products and services, or to order load cells today, call our scale distribution center at (201) 475-9184.

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Bench Scales

Are you looking for bench scales? All Scale Shop has been providing a wide variety of bench scales to many industries for more than 40 years. Founded in 1979, All Scale Shop globally distributes a full range of bench scales within the United States, Canada, Latin America, and more. Our 27,000 square foot scale distribution facility is well stocked with quality weighing, balancing, scale accessories and scale parts for sale. When your business needs bench scales for weighing, counting or measuring, All Scale Shop will provide you with the right scale that meets your needs and requirements, at an affordable price. 

Features to look for when shopping for a bench scale:

 

Do you know what Bench Scales are or what they are used for? Bench scales are used in industries to perform a wide variety of functions ranging from industrial purposes to domestic purposes. Reading through this article will grant you more insight into what a bench scale does.

Although bench scales are some versatile form of device, they are just small enough to fit into workstations, tables and counters. They are structured to be placed on the table or counter during activities which require weighing (not weighing of very heavy objects). They consist of different types; some are compact and some have a kind of platform with an activity indicator that sends signals during visual observations. 

The bench scales come in different capacities. The capacities they possess determine the extent of their functionality or the kind of roles that they might be used to accomplish; they can be used in various settings and are available in many different platform sizes and housing styles. Some of the bench scales are designed for activities such as check weighing. Interestingly, they make professional weighing solutions available and can be used almost anywhere, from kitchens to offices, industries and shops.

 

The Applications…

• Depending on the kind of function you might wish to adapt your bench scale for, the application is an essential thing to consider. The most frequent applications associated with bench scales are check weighing and counting although some scales specialize in one or the other while others combine both functions. In some manufacturing shops, bench scales are often used for weighing raw materials, check to weigh during quality control or counting pieces before packaging.
• If your activity revolves around shipping and receiving operations, you can go for a bench scales of varying capacities to weigh boxes and ensure accurate transport costs. It is also important that you ensure the scales fit well on the countertop and can easily be connected to nearby computers and printers for greater efficiency.
• You should also consider the power-saving options. Battery life is very important and some scales allow users to program the backlight to ‘on’, ‘off’ or ‘on only when weighing’...
• Interfaces and connections are an important consideration because they can be placed on counters next to computers or printers. You must check these aspects. Since bench scales are easy to integrate into shipping operations, you can also pair your bench scale with Adam DU for data analysis and graphing. 
• Also, make sure the capacity and readability fit your choice. It is a very important consideration that must be settled.

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