ALF268 Shear beam force sensor
High-accuracy stainless steel shear beam load cell for industrial weighing and force measurement. Designed for tank, hopper and weighbridge installations in demanding environments.
Key features
- Measurement ranges from 5 kN to 160 kN
- Non-linearity ±0.1 % RL
- IP65 sealed stainless steel housing
- Rationalised 2.0 mV/V output
- Suitable for tension and compression
- Traceable calibration certificate included
Performance highlights
The ALF268 shear beam force sensor is a robust bending beam load cell engineered for accurate force and weight measurement in industrial environments. With measurement ranges from 5 kN up to 160 kN and a non-linearity of only ±0.1 % rated load, it delivers reliable and repeatable results in both static and dynamic applications.
The rationalised 2.0 mV/V output signal simplifies system integration and reduces calibration effort.
Usage conditions
Manufactured from hardened stainless steel and sealed to IP65, the ALF268 is suitable for harsh industrial environments. It operates within a temperature range of -10 °C to +80 °C and offers safe overload protection up to 150 % of rated load.
The sensor supports both compression and tension applications. For tension use, additional safety measures are recommended.
Possible applications
- Tank weighing systems
- Hopper and silo weighing
- Weigh platforms
- Weighbridges
- Process control systems
- Industrial force monitoring
Advantages of choosing this product
For Technical Product Engineers, the ALF268 offers fast integration thanks to its standardised 350 Ω bridge resistance and rationalised output. Structural stiffness values per load range support mechanical design calculations during OEM integration.
Each sensor includes traceable calibration documentation, ensuring compliance with quality standards.
Other important features
- Hysteresis ±0.1 % RL
- Repeatability ±0.02 % RL
- Creep (20 min) ±0.05 % AL
- Dynamic load capacity 70 % RL
- Compensated temperature range -10 °C to +50 °C
- PVC screened cable included
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Talk to an expertTechnical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Rated load | 5 kN / 10 kN / 20 kN / 40 kN / 80 kN / 120 kN / 160 kN |
| Non-linearity | ±0.1 % RL |
| Hysteresis | ±0.1 % RL |
| Creep (20 min) | ±0.05 % AL |
| Repeatability | ±0.02 % RL |
| Rated output | 2.0 mV/V ±0.1 % RL |
| Zero load output | ±4 % RL |
| Temperature effect on rated output | ±0.002 % AL/K |
| Temperature effect on zero load output | ±0.005 % RL/K |
| Compensated temperature range | -10 °C to +50 °C |
| Supply voltage (recommended) | 10 V |
| Supply voltage (maximum) | 10 V |
| Bridge resistance | 350 Ω |
| Insulation resistance | Minimum 500 MΩ at 50 VDC |
| Safe overload | 150 % RL |
| Ultimate overload | 200 % RL |
| Dynamic load capacity | 70 % RL |
| Environmental sealing | IP65 |
| Material | Stainless steel |
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