29.06.11

Anchor load cell KN

The new dimesions of the anchor load cell are fitting to the most usual strand and rod anchor systems. The GLÖTZL anchor load cell with manometer display comprises a defined area sensor pad made up of two flexurally stiff discs that are moveable through annular grooves around their circumference. The pressure chamber is filled with hydraulic fluid that is connected to a pressure manometer. This combination allows voltage to be converted into a value of load that can be displayed. The small volume of hydraulic fluid within a closed chamber together with the defined geometry of the sensor itself allows a highly accurate measurement to be made with minimum temperature drift. Should you so request, the dimensions of the load cells can be recalculated so that they correspond with the requirements of their installation positions, the necessary measured variables and the anchor diameter.

The outstanding features include:

• Hydraulic principle
• Defined force application surface
• Easy installation
• Highly robust design
• Very low temperature sensitivity
• Low overall height
• Insensitive to eccentric loading
• Comparatively low weight
• Direct display load

Alternatives

It is possible to make measurements directly on the manometer using the M-type manometer (standard manometer) and MF-type (flat manometer) and remote hydraulic measurements are also possible using the GLÖTZL VHD-type compensation valve™. Electric remote measurements are also possible using DK and DKV-type piezoresistive pressure transducers and temperature sensors, together with electric remote measurement with the VW-type vibrating wire pressure cell and thermistor. Optional available as an electrical alternative are temp. sensors in a digital controller that allows the units to be installed in series and makes automatic temperature compensation possible.

More information: Anchor load cell KN (only in german)