Dual Output Load Cells and Torque Cells

The dual output of both digital and analog signals allows for flexibility for the customer with force/torque measurement applications where both conventional 0-5 VDC is required and digital output directly into a PC is needed. Digital output is available in both RS485 or RS232.

With less than 1 millisec step response on the analog output and greater than 300 readings per second on the digital output, Honeywell Sensotec’s digital output load cells and torque cells provide dual solutions. These products feature very good thermal characteristics because the effects of temperature are automatically corrected internally. The zero and span adjustments are made electronically—no need for manual adjustments. The digital output is especially useful on the manufacturing shop floor because it alleviates the problems of data measurement caused by EMI and RFI. In addition, the all-welded stainless steel construction is ideally suited for rugged application environments.

Potential Applications:
Transmission test stands where digital output torque sensor is used for verification of the in-line and real-time torque measurement. The customer needed output directly from the torque sensor into a lap top PC. The Honeywell Sensotec digital output torque sensor provided the solution and saved the customer the expense of extra hardware and measurement system set-up required to go from the sensor thru a PLC, data acquisition system, or other signal conditioning device. (This is most recent. This is an automotive transmission test stand for a transmission used by one of the major automotive manufacturer’s on a very high volume product line.)

In addition, similar performance requirements exist for :
• Hydraulic pump testing

• Hydraulic valve testing

• Automotive engine testing (cold test)

• Brake testing