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  5. FCAX Bending & Shear Beam Load Cell
  • FCAX Bending Shear Beam Load Cell

FCAX Bending & Shear Beam Load Cell

High-precision stainless steel load cell with IP68 protection. Ideal for weighing systems and harsh industrial environments.


Key features

  • AISI 420 stainless steel housing
  • Combined error ≤ ±0.02%
  • IP68 protection class
  • Capacity from 30 kg to 1500 kg
  • Certified per OIML R60
  • Optional ATEX & IECEx explosion protection

Performance highlights

The FCAX load cell offers exceptional accuracy with a combined error of ≤ ±0.02%, ensuring highly reliable measurements in industrial weighing applications. Designed for both bending beam (30–500 kg) and shear beam (750–1500 kg) configurations.

Usage conditions

Made from durable AISI 420 stainless steel, the FCAX is fully protected to IP68 standards, making it ideal for operation in humid, dusty, or washdown environments. Operating temperature ranges from -20 °C to +50 °C.

Possible applications:

  • Platform and bench scales
  • Dosing and filling systems
  • Industrial automation
  • OEM sensor integration
  • Force measurement rigs
  • Food & pharmaceutical production

Advantages of choosing this product

With its stainless steel construction and wide capacity range, the FCAX delivers high performance in demanding environments. Optional certifications, including ATEX and IECEx, make it suitable for use in explosive zones.

Other important features:

  • Rated output: 2 mV/V ±0.4%
  • Safe overload: 150%
  • Ultimate overload: 300%
  • Cable length: 5 m
  • Optional: calibration reports (ISO 376 or ASTM E74)
  • Accessories available: stainless steel tension brackets (up to 300 kg)

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Technical Specifications

Specification Value
Material AISI 420 stainless steel
Capacity 30 kg to 1500 kg
Rated output 2 mV/V ±0.4%
Combined error ≤ ±0.02%
Input resistance 350 Ω ±5
Output resistance 350 Ω ±5
Zero balance ±1%
Temperature effect on zero 0.002% °C
Temperature effect on span 0.002% °C
Compensated temp. range -10 °C to +40 °C
Operating temp. range -20 °C to +50 °C
Safe overload 150% of full scale
Ultimate overload 300% of full scale
Max supply voltage 15 V
Deflection at nominal load 0.4 mm
Insulation resistance >5000 MΩ
Cable length 5 m
Cable spec 6 x 0.22 mm², shielded
Mounting accessories Stainless steel brackets (300 kg max)

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