FN3280, TE Load Cell - S-beam load cell
- High accuracy
- Tension and Compression
- Integrated Mechanical Stops
- Full Wheatstone bridge
- Cable output
- Very low range: 1 N to 5 N (0.2 lbf to 1 lbf)
- S-Beam with mechanical stops
- Very high resolution
- Combined non-linearity & hysteresis 0.1% F.S.
The FN3280 S-beam load cell is specifically engineered for precise low force measurements, with standard ranges spanning from 1 N to 5 N [0.2 lbf to 1 lbf]. This load cell is designed with integrated mechanical stops, providing robust protection against accidental overloads by up to 100 times the full scale, ensuring the longevity and reliability of the sensor under various testing conditions.
Characterized by its blend of affordability and high performance, the FN3280 offers an impressive accuracy of 0.1% Full Scale, making it an ideal choice for applications requiring high precision without the high cost. Its very high resolution facilitates the capture of minute force variations, enhancing the quality and reliability of measurement data.
For applications necessitating higher force ranges, the FN3148 model extends capabilities to measure loads from 10 N to 2 kN [2 to 400 lbf], also equipped with mechanical stops for overload protection. This versatility allows for a broader application scope, from research and development to industrial quality control.
The FN3280's S-beam design is optimized for easy integration into various testing setups, offering a compact and efficient solution for low force measurement tasks. The combined non-linearity and hysteresis specification of 0.1% F.S. further underscores its precision, making the FN3280 a valuable tool for detailed force analysis in a multitude of settings.
DIMENSIONS & WIRING SCHEMATIC (IN METRIC AND IMPERIAL)
Dimensions in mm [inch]
| Type | S-Type |
| Application | Tension & Compression |
| Full Scale | 0.22 lbs |
| 0.45 lbs | |
| 1.1 lbs | |
| Output | 1 mV/V |
| 1.5 mV/V | |
| Precision | ±0.1 % FS |
| Excitation | 1 V - 10 V DC |
| Min Temperature | -20 °C |
| Max Temperature | 80 °C |
- Process control equipment
- Medical Instruments
- Weighing
- Laboratory and Research
- Calibration test benches
| FN3280-1N | |
| FN3280-2N | |
| FN3280-3N |
FN3280 Datasheet Datasheet |
- Economical
- Tension & Compression
- Accuracy Class: ±0.1% or ±0.2%
- Overload Protection (option)
- Length: 50.0mm - 65.0mm
- Width: 20.0mm - 39.5mm
- Height: 75.0mm - 85.0mm
- Connection: 3m Integral Cable
| Type | S-Type |
| Application | Tension & Compression |
| Full Scale | 4.5 lbs, 11 lbs, 220 lbs, 450 lbs, 1120 lbs, 2250 lbs, 4500 lbs, 11200 lbs |
| Output | 1 mV/V, 2 mV/V |
| Precision | ±0.1 % FS, ±0.2 % FS |
| Excitation | 2 V - 12 V DC |
- Double S-Beam Load Cell
- 10/100 N to 1k/10k N (2/20 lbf to 200/2k lbf)
- High resolution
- For compression and traction uses
- Double Full Scale Range
- Accuracy : 0.1% F.S. for each range
- Integrated Mechanical Stops
- Integrated Amplifier optional
| Type | Multi-Axis |
| # of Axis | 2 (Fx, Mx) |
| Application | Tension & Compression |
| Full Scale | 2.0 lbs, 10 lbs, 20 lbs, 40.5 lbs, 100 lbs, 200 lbs, 400 lbs, 1000 lbs, 2000 lbs |
| Output | 2 mV/V |
| Precision | ±0.1 % FS |
- Optional Rod Ends
- Accuracy: 0.1% F.S.
- Integrated Amplifier optional
- Low Cost
| Type | S-Type |
| Application | Tension & Compression |
| Full Scale | 11.2 lbs, 22.5 lbs, 45 lbs, 112 lbs, 225 lbs, 450 lbs, 1124 lbs, 2250 lbs, 4500 lbs, 11200 lbs, 22480 lbs |
| Output | 20 mV/V |
| Precision | ±0.1 % FS |
| Excitation | 10 V DC |
- Simple Force Application
- Tension & Compression
- Accuracy: Range ≤ 10 N: ≤ ±0.50% F.S.
- Accuracy: Range 20 N & 50 N: ≤ ±0.25% F.S.
- Accuracy: Range 100 N to 2kN: ≤ ±0.10% F.S.
- Mechanical Overload Protection (Option)
- Outer Diameter: 19.5mm - 28.0mm
- Height: 5.5mm - 6.5mm
| Type | Weighing Beam |
| Application | Tension & Compression |
| Full Scale | 1.1 lbs, 2.2 lbs, 4.5 lbs, 11.2 lbs, 22 lbs, 45 lbs, 112 lbs, 220 lbs, 450 lbs |
| Output | 1 mV/V, 1.5 mV/V |
| Precision | ±0.1 % FS, ±0.25 % FS, ±0.5 % FS |
| Excitation | 5 V DC, 10 V DC |
- Range from 10 kN to 2000 kN
- Standard and custom load in designs
- Tension and compression uses
- Bidirectional versions available
- Accuracy 1% FS
- High Coefficient of Security
- Watertight optional
- Level Output Model with Integrated Amplifier
| Type | Load Pin |
| Application | Tension & Compression, Weighing |
| Full Scale | 2.0 lbs, 4.0 lbs, 10 lbs, 20 lbs, 40 lbs, 100 lbs, 200 lbs, 400 lbs |
| Output | 1.5 mV/V |
| Precision | ±1.0 % FS |
| Excitation | 1 V - 10 V DC |