Sensors and Sensing Systems

ALC-01 Anchor Load Cell

Type: Fiber Bragg Grating-based Anchor Load Cell, specifically designed to be used as an anchor loadcell in applications as bolt constructions, pre-strained constructions, quay walls etc.

Measurement range: 50-240 kN

Application: Bolt constructions, pre-strained constructions, quay walls

Temperature compensation: Integrated

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Characteristics
  • Fiber Bragg Grating-based Anchor Load Cell, specifically designed to be used as an anchor load cell in applications such as bolt constructions, pre-strained constructions, quay walls, etc.
  • This sensor is designed to provide highly sensitive measurements for a nominal load of 240kN and is temperature compensated to ensure high stability.
Applications
  • Bolt constructions
  • Pre-strained constructions
  • Quay walls
  • Highly sensitive
  • Double-ended
  • Intrinsically temperature compensated
  • Exceptionally long-term stability and durability
  • Robust stainless-steel design for harsh
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Product specification

Performance properties
Measurement range 1)
50-240 kN
Sensitivity
30 pm/kN ± 5 pm/kN
Resolution
50 N
Accuracy
1 kN
Occupied bandwidth
20 nm
Operating Temperature range
-30°C to +70°C
Ingress Protection rating
IP 67
Physical properties
Housing material
Stainless Steel, 1.4404
Anchoring diameter
M24 / Ø24 mm
Dimensions (without cable)2)
101 x 60 x 51 mm
Weight (without cable)
650g
Cable type
3mm reinforced cable
Cable length3) 1mtr
Cable Bend Radius (dynamic)
40mm
Cable Bend Radius (static)
30mm
Connector type4)
FC/APC
Mounting method The sensor must be clamped between two flat parallel planes (maximum deviation 0.2°) The load can be applied no more than 0.5 mm out of the center of the load cell, for optimal performance
Packaging Cardboard box – dimensions depending on the final configuration.
Quality Statement The sensor is compliant with IEC 61757-1-1:2020, IEC 61757-5-1:2021 and IEC 61757:2018 All sensors are 100% tested and calibrated at SYLEX The sensor is manufactured according to ISO 9001:2008 and ISO 14001:2004

Notes:

1) Maximum load of 320 kN 2) For further dimensions details see the product drawing 3) Cable length is extendable on request 4) Other connector types available on request

Related products

WCP-01 is a IP67 watertight connector protection for FC/APC connectors

LCP-03 is an optional product modification for extending sensors cable lengths.

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