Compression Load Cells for Hydraulic Press Applications

SensorData Technologies offers compression load cells across a wide range of capacities. The F341–F347 series covers 5K to 500K lbf, the F502 series covers 5K to 100K lbf, and the F200 series covers 5K to 50K lbf. This broad range accommodates light-duty press calibration through heavy industrial press force measurement requirements.

The F341–F347 fatigue-rated series achieves nonlinearity and hysteresis as low as 0.07%, making them suitable for demanding press calibration and structural testing. The F502 pancake load cell maintains accuracy within 0.15%. Low deflection of under 0.002 inches further ensures high stiffness and reliable force readings under sustained hydraulic press loads.

Yes. SensorData Technologies' compression load cells are compatible with both AC carrier and DC strain gage signal conditioning electronics, providing flexibility to integrate with a wide range of existing data acquisition systems and instrumentation without requiring complete system overhauls in hydraulic press test environments.

The load cells are constructed from SAE 4340 alloy steel with a satin nickel finish, providing excellent strength, corrosion resistance, and long-term durability. This material choice ensures consistent performance under the repetitive compressive loads and potentially harsh environments common to hydraulic press and industrial manufacturing applications.

Yes. SensorData Technologies' shear web load cell designs are specifically engineered to minimize the effects of bending and off-center loading, with minimal crosstalk between axes. Optional spherical load buttons and tension plates are also available to further reduce eccentric loading errors in hydraulic press and actuator measurement configurations.

SensorData Technologies provides in-house calibration with customer-supplied electronics, technical consultation for custom designs and capacities, mating connectors with each product, and optional accessories including spherical load buttons, tension plates, and interconnecting cable assemblies. A 60-day return policy and 100% satisfaction guarantee back every standard sensor purchase.