PLC-Bi-Directional Pancake Load Cell-Custom
Model: BD-PLC-C
The BD-PLC-C provides a simple device for tension and compression measurement.
The design is based on a shear web principle which allows for mis-alignment loading with minimal effect on the load cells output.
The DB-PLC-C can be custom built to suit your application.
The PLC load cell has been designed for test rig applications where static and dynamic measurement is required.
The units are supplied with calibration certificates using BS EN ISO 7500-1 test machine tracable to National Standards.
Typical Specification
| PARAMETER | VALUE | UNITS |
|---|---|---|
| Capacities Range | 0.. 0.5, 1, 2.5, 5, 12.5, 25, 50, 100, 125, 250, 500, 1000 | kN |
| Rated Output | 2.0 Nominal | mV/V |
| Linearity & non repeatability | 0.15 | ±% of Rated Output |
| Zero Return after 30 minutes | 0.05 | ±% of Applied Load |
| Zero Balance | 1.0 | ±% of Rated Output |
| Temp. Range: Operating Temp. Range: Compensated |
-10 to +80 20 to +70 |
°C |
| Temp. Effect: On Output Temp. Effect: On zero |
0.1 0.02 |
±% of Rated Output/°C ±% of Rated Load/°C |
| Safe Overload | 150 | % of Rated Capacity |
| Ultimate Overload | 300 | % of Rated Capacity |
| Excitation: Recommended Excitation: Maximum |
10 20 |
Volts AC or DC |
| Input Impedance | 780 nominal | ohm |
| Output Impedance | 700 nominal | ohm |
| Insulation Resistance | >2 | GΩ at 50VDC |
| Deflection at Rated Capacity | NA | mm |
| Weight (approximate) | NA | kg |
| Construction | Plated tool steel | |
| Environmental Protection | IP65 | |
| Cable | 5m 4 core scr | Connector optional |
Outline Dimensions in millimeters

NOTE: If the dimensions or specification do not suit, PCM have an in-house design and build service that should satisfy your requirements.
Wiring Detail

Loading Mode

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Features
- Capacities 0.5-1000kN
- Sealed to IP65
- Tension & Compression use
- Single or duel bridge option
Applications
- Test Machines
- Mis-aligned loading applications
- Restricted height constraints
- Virtually all industries
