Small Pancake Load Cell 1kN 2kN 5kN 10kN 20kN Round Force Sensor

The Miniature Pancake Load Cell LCP08 is a compact, high-performance shear web load cell engineered for both static and dynamic force measurement in tension and compression directions. Constructed from robust stainless steel, this versatile sensor is available in six rated capacities—1kN, 2kN, 3kN, 5kN, 10kN, and 20kN—making it well-suited for various industrial, laboratory, and automation applications. At the heart of the LCP08 is a central threaded hole (M10, M12, M14, or M16), allowing easy force application through accessories such as threaded rods, eye bolts, or load buttons. The sensor also features counterbore mounting holes on its outer flange, enabling quick and secure installation even in tight spaces.

Thanks to its pancake load cell design, which incorporates a shear web structure, the LCP08 round force sensor provides excellent resistance to off-axis loading, delivering reliable and highly repeatable measurements under harsh conditions. The low-profile, symmetrical geometry ensures minimal deformation and high linearity, making it ideal for environments where stability and precision are critical.

This shear web load cell is widely used across a range of demanding applications, including:

• Hydraulic press force monitoring – provides real-time feedback for stamping, forming, or compression operations, improving quality control.
• Press-fit force verification – ensures components are assembled with consistent and correct force, especially in automated production lines.
• Tablet compression force measurement – essential in pharmaceutical manufacturing to monitor and control the compaction process.
• Injection molding clamp force testing – helps confirm proper mold closure force to avoid defects and maintain process consistency.
• Load distribution analysis – used in structural and mechanical testing to analyze how forces are transmitted through components or assemblies.
• Industrial automation load control – integrates into robotic systems or process machinery for precise control of pressing, clamping, or lifting operations.

LCP08’s small footprint and high sensitivity make it especially useful where space is limited but measurement accuracy cannot be compromised. It can operate in both static and dynamic conditions, supporting a wide range of real-time monitoring or testing tasks. Additionally, for customers with unique requirements, LCS offers fully customizable versions of the pancake load cell, including modifications in mounting dimensions, output signals (mV/V, 0–10V, 4–20mA), and capacity configurations to meet specific application demands. Whether in R&D, production testing, or industrial machinery, the LCP08 small pancake load cell stands out as a reliable, cost-effective solution for precise, multi-environment force measurement tasks.