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High-Performance Cup Ball Load Cells for Accurate Industrial Weighing Applications

For high capacity weighing solutions, precision and dependability are essential. Being a trusted Cup Ball Load Cell Supplier, Sensotronic System provides customers with high quality cup ball load cells that are designed for superior performance in challenging industrial settings. Sensotronic System offers heavy-duty, highly accurate cup ball load cells produced with state-of-the-art strain gauge technology and high quality materials to meet the strictest requirements of today's industries.

A Cup Ball Load Cell is a compression-type load cell with a spherical arrangement of the ball and cup, which can self align under load. This avoids the impact of off-center loading and structural movement, which enhances weighing precision and system stability.

These load cells are ideal for use when the load is heavy, large storage vessels, tanks, silos, or industrial process weighing systems require accurate distribution of forces.

Key Features of Our Cup Ball Load Cells :

  • Self-Aligning Design - The cup and ball assembly can automatically adjust to minor installation errors and load changes.
  • High Accuracy Measurement - Designed using precision strain gages for reliable and repeatable results.
  • Heavy Load Capacity - Available in a wide range of capacities for medium to extremely heavy weighing applications.
  • Rugged Construction - Produced from high strength alloy steel or stainless steel to ensure high strength.
  • Corrosion Resistant - Ideal for tough industrial and outdoor applications.
  • Excellent Overload Protection - Designed to withstand occasional overload conditions without compromising performance.
  • Long-Term Stability - Offers stable measurement accuracy over time.
  • Easy Integration - Works with most industrial weighing indicators, transmitters and automation.

Technical Specifications :

Parameter Specification
Type Compression Cup Ball Load Cell
Capacity Range 1 Ton to 100 Ton (Model Dependent)
Material Alloy Steel / Stainless Steel
Accuracy Class C3 / Industrial Grade
Rated Output 2.0 ± 0.1 mV/V
Input Resistance 350 Ω ± 5 Ω
Output Resistance 350 Ω ± 5 Ω
Safe Overload 150% of Rated Capacity
Ultimate Overload 300% of Rated Capacity
Protection Class IP67 / IP68
Operating Temperature -20°C to +70°C
Excitation Voltage 5V to 15V DC
Cable Length Standard & Customized Options

Applications of Cup Ball Load Cells :

As a leading Cup Ball Load Cell Supplier, Sensotronic System serves numerous industries requiring precise compression load measurement.

  • Tank Weighing Systems
  • Silo Weighing Applications
  • Hopper Weighing Systems
  • Truck and Weighbridge Systems
  • Process Industries
  • Cement and Construction Industry
  • Chemical and Pharmaceutical Plants
  • Food Processing Facilities

Benefits of Using Cup Ball Load Cells :

  • Improved weighing accuracy
  • Consistent performance with self-alignment.
  • The off-center loading has been minimized.
  • Enhanced system stability
  • High load-bearing capability
  • Long service life
  • Minimal maintenance requirements
  • Good operating performance in difficult situations.

Overall, cup ball load cells offer numerous benefits, making them a suitable choice for industries that demand reliable and precise compression force measurement.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) :

1. What is a cup ball load cell used for?

Cup ball load cells are mainly used for compression force measurement for tanks, silos, hopper, weighbridge and other heavy duty industrial weighers.

2. Why is the cup-and-ball design important?

The self-aligning cup and ball minimizes errors due to misalignment and load imbalance to enhance weighing accuracy.

3. Can these load cells be used outdoors?

Yes. They are waterproof and shielded with IP67/IP68 rating and corrosion resistant to be used in harsh industrial environments and outdoors.

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