The VLC856 General purpose subminiature compression load cell series from Stellar Technology, offers maximum load range from 10lbs to 1k lbs with an accuracy of ±0.5% BFSL. These load cells are designed for applications requiring very small size, very little mass and rugged construction. The VLC856 from Stellar Technology are constructed from all welded stainless steel, with bonded foil strain gauged force sensors which provide reliable performance for demanding applications. Temperature range of −40°F (-40°C) to +250°F (+121.11°C) and each unit has a 5 point calibration record traceable to NIST as standard.

• General purpose subminiature compression load cell
• Small size
• Maximum load ranges of 10lbs, 25lbs, 50lbs, 100lbs, 250lbs, 500lbs and 1k lbs
• Temperature range −40°F (-40°C) to +250°F (+121.11°C)
• Accuracy of ±0.5% BFSL
• Electrical output of 2mV/V nominal
• Temperature effect on zero of ±0.01% FSO/°F
• Temperature effect on span of ±0.01% reading/°F
• Zero balance of ±3% FSO
• Shock and vibration resistant
• Each unit comes with a 5 point calibration record traceable to NIST

The VLC856 series from Stellar Technology are ideal for applications involving pharmaceutical presses, non-invasive fluid fill systems and physical therapy devices. Full optional features include:

• Special full scale ranges
• Special calibration
• Customer specified cable lengths
• Temperature range −65°F (-53.89°C) to +400°F (+204.44°C)

Potential markets for the Stellar Technology VLC856 series include:

• Defence systems, aerospace
• Alternative energy, industrial automation
• Medical and pharmaceutical, power generation
• Oil and gas, process
• test and measurement
• Transportation and automotive, subsea