Strain Gauge Load Cell - 5kg
Product Code: G681C1D90DCD72
Reward Points: 9
Availability: 95
Reward Points: 9
Availability: 95
Price: $3.85
Description:
This is a 5kg strain gauge load cell, it's a type of electronic sensor used to measure force or strain (big surprise there). They are made of an insulating flexible backing with a metallic foil pattern. The resistance of a strain gauge changes when force is applied and the object is deformed along with the foil and this change will give a different electrical output. However, these thin foils are very delicate and are easy to over-bend.
In this product, the gauge is attached with epoxy to a chunk of strong aluminum. The metal keeps the strain gauge from being damaged, and constrains the amount of movement. Attach one side to a fixed enclosure or ground, using the mounting holes, to keep them from moving. Then apply weight to the other side in the direction indicated on the side, either by gravity (so arrow pointing down) or by pulling (arrow facing up). The output resistance will change with the amount of deflection, and is measured with a precision ADC or Wheatstone bridge.
Strain gauges are useful for projects when you need to measure pressure, force, weight, and tension. Note that this is just the load cell, no ADC or converter is included! Also, like all load cells, the sensor must be calibrated with known weights once installed!
Pins define:
- Red: VCC
- Black: GND
- White: Signal output -
- Green: Signal output +
Features:
- Dimensions: 80x12.7x12.7mm
- Working voltage: DC 5-10V
- Capacity: 5kg
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