10kg Weight Sensor

10kg Weight Sensor Overview

1. Type: Load Cell.
2. Functionality:
   • Weight Measurement: Measures the force (weight) applied to it and converts it into an electrical signal.
   • Strain Gauge Technology: Typically uses strain gauges that deform under load, changing their resistance and thus the electrical signal.
3. Specifications:
   • Capacity: Can measure up to 10 kilograms.
   • Output: Produces a small voltage signal proportional to the weight applied, typically in the millivolt range (mV/V).
   • Material: Usually made from aluminum or steel for durability and minimal deformation.
   • Excitation Voltage: Typically requires a stable excitation voltage, often around 5V.
4. Features:
   • High Accuracy: Provides precise weight measurements with high resolution.
   • Durable Construction: Built to withstand repeated loading and unloading.
   • Compact Size: Suitable for integration into various applications with limited space.

Typical Uses:

• Weighing Scales: Used in digital scales for precise weight measurement.
• Industrial Applications: Incorporated into machinery for weight monitoring and control.
• DIY Projects: Popular in hobbyist and DIY projects requiring weight measurement.

Key Benefits:

• Precision: Offers accurate weight measurement suitable for a variety of applications.
• Versatility: Can be used in many different contexts, from commercial scales to personal projects.
• Ease of Integration: Simple to interface with microcontrollers and other electronic systems.

Example Applications:

• Kitchen Scales: Measures ingredients with precision for cooking and baking.
• Postage Scales: Determines the weight of parcels and letters for postage calculations.
• Industrial Weighing: Monitors and controls weight in manufacturing processes.

How to Use:

1. Connect to Amplifier: Connect the load cell to a signal amplifier or load cell amplifier module to convert the small voltage signal to a readable level.
2. Wiring:
   • Excitation Voltage: Apply the excitation voltage to the appropriate terminals (usually labeled E+ and E-).
   • Signal Output: Connect the output terminals (S+ and S-) to the amplifier.
3. Calibrate: Calibrate the sensor using known weights to ensure accurate measurements.
4. Read Data: Connect the amplifier to a microcontroller or readout device to process and display the weight measurement.