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What is a Tension Load Cell?
Tension load cells are measuring devices that predominantly measure tension and pull force. Openings at each end of the load cell allow for easy connection to shackles, wire rope, or other rigging. Some tension load cells are “S-type” load cells due to their shape and can be used to measure either tension or compression. Tension load cells are temperature compensated, environmentally sealed, and can be used for static and dynamic measurements. They are essential for ensuring worker and equipment safety while moving heavy loads.
Tension load cells are temperature compensated, environmentally sealed, and can be used for static and dynamic measurements. They are essential for ensuring worker and equipment safety while moving heavy loads.
Massload Tension Load Cells
All Massload’s tension load cells are made with the highest quality materials and manufactured through our specialized Quality Management System. Our in-house engineering team will work with you to guarantee the development of a tension link that meets all your requirements.
Our tension links are designed using the latest technology in 3D modeling and FEA analysis.
Custom tension links are available in capacities up to, and exceeding, one million pounds and can be designed to meet industrial safety factors of up to 1000% overload protection. Millivolt output or signal conditioning utilizing a 4-20 mA output for PLC interface are available.
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High-Capacity Load Cell Applications
Tension links are designed to measure the tension force experienced during heavy lifting. While they have many applications, the most popular include:
- Cranes
- Winching systems
- Towing
- Load lifting
- Hanging scale applications