FTZA Shear Beam Load Cell
High-accuracy shear beam load cell made of 17-4 PH stainless steel. Suitable for industrial weighing systems with capacities up to 10,000 kg and IP68 protection.
Key features
- 17-4 PH stainless steel housing
- Combined error ≤ ±0.02% (C3) or ≤ ±0.017% (C4)
- IP68 protection rating
- OIML R60 C3 and C4 certified
- Capacities from 500 kg to 10,000 kg
- Optional ATEX and IECEx certifications
Performance highlights
The FTZA is a high-precision shear beam load cell designed for industrial applications requiring accurate force measurement. Built from durable 17-4 PH stainless steel, it provides exceptional corrosion resistance and reliability in harsh environments. Its certified OIML R60 C3 and C4 accuracy classes ensure consistent and repeatable results, with a combined error as low as ±0.017% for C4 models.
Usage conditions
- Operating temperature: -35 °C to +65 °C
- Compensated temperature range: -10 °C to +40 °C
- Protection class: IP68 (dustproof and submersible)
- Safe overload: 150% of full scale
- Ultimate overload: 300% of full scale
Possible applications
- Industrial weighing systems
- Hopper and tank weighing
- Process automation
- Harsh and wet environments
- Legal-for-trade systems (UKCA / CE compliant)
Advantages of choosing this product
The FTZA offers a robust design with high measurement precision and multiple international certifications. Its flexibility in capacity range and optional explosion-proof approvals (ATEX, IECEx) makes it ideal for demanding industrial environments.
Other important features
- Rated output: 2 mV/V ±0.2%
- Input/output resistance: 350 Ω ±3.5
- Low temperature effect on zero and span
- Optional calibration: ISO 376 or ASTM E74 (≥1000 kg)
- Shielded cable in lengths of 5 or 10 meters
- Available in capacities: 500 kg, 1000 kg, 2000 kg, 5000 kg, 7500 kg, 10000 kg
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Talk to an expertTechnical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Material | 17-4 PH stainless steel |
| Accuracy class | OIML R60 C3 / C4 |
| Nominal load (E max) | 500 kg to 10,000 kg |
| Combined error | ≤±0.02% (C3), ≤±0.017% (C4) |
| Protection rating | IP68 |
| Rated output | 2 mV/V ±0.2% |
| Input / Output resistance | 350 Ω ±3.5 |
| Operating temperature range | -35 °C to +65 °C |
| Compensated temperature range | -10 °C to +40 °C |
| Safe overload | 150% of full scale |
| Ultimate overload | 300% of full scale |
| Deflection at nominal load | 0.4 mm |
| Cable length | 5 m (≤7500 kg), 10 m (10,000 kg) |
| Cable specs | 4 x 0.20 mm² shielded |
| Thread sizes | M12, M20, M24 |
| ATEX / IECEx certification | Optional |
| Calibration options | ISO 376, ASTM E74 |
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