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  • FTKL Shear Beam Load Cell

FTKL Shear Beam Load Cell

Rugged nickel-plated shear beam load cell for precise industrial weighing. Ideal for harsh environments, compliant with international standards.


Key features

  • Capacity from 500 kg to 5000 kg
  • OIML R60 C3 to C5 certified
  • IP67 protection for harsh environments
  • High accuracy: combined error ≤ ±0.02%
  • Multiple international certifications available
  • Nickel-plated AISI 4340 steel construction

Performance highlights

The FTKL shear beam load cell delivers outstanding accuracy with a combined error of ≤ ±0.02% (C3), ≤ ±0.017% (C4), and ≤ ±0.014% (C5). Designed to meet rigorous industrial requirements, it provides a rated output of 3 mV/V ±0.1% and ensures stable readings under full load.

Usage conditions

Thanks to its IP67 rating, the FTKL is suitable for wet and dusty industrial environments. It operates reliably within a temperature range of -35 °C to +65 °C and offers excellent resistance to overload and creep.

Possible applications

  • Industrial weighing systems
  • Tank and hopper scales
  • Process control systems
  • Batching and mixing applications
  • OEM weighing modules

Advantages of choosing this product

The FTKL stands out with its robust nickel-plated steel housing, high signal integrity, and flexible mounting options. It offers long-term stability, is available with ATEX, IECEx, and NTEP certifications, and supports global compliance for legal-for-trade use.

Other important features

  • Safe overload: 150% of full scale
  • Ultimate overload: 300% of full scale
  • Wide range of mounting kits available
  • Shielded 4-wire cable with lengths up to 6 m
  • Multiple screw class & torque configurations

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Technical Specifications

Specification Value
Nominal load (Emax) 500 kg to 5000 kg
Material AISI 4340 Nickel-plated steel
Accuracy class OIML R60 C3 / C4 / C5
Combined error ≤ ±0.02% (C3), ≤ ±0.017% (C4), ≤ ±0.014% (C5)
Rated output 3 mV/V ±0.1%
Input resistance 350 Ω ±3.5
Output resistance 350 Ω ±3.5
Zero balance ≤ ±1%
Temperature effect on zero 0.0018% °C (C3)
Temperature effect on span 0.0014% °C (C3)
Compensated temperature range -10 °C to +40 °C
Operating temperature range -35 °C / +65 °C
Safe overload 150% of full scale
Ultimate overload 300% of full scale
Max supply voltage 18 V
Deflection at nominal load 0.4 mm
Protection rating IP67
Cable length 4 m (500–2000 kg), 6 m (3000–5000 kg)
Electrical connection Shielded 4-wire, 4 x 0.22 mm²

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