October 2003
NEW LOAD CELLS ARE SHEAR GENIUS
Thames Side Sensors has launched an upgraded, high spec range of folded shear beam load cells to
replace the company’s successful VC8600 range. The stainless steel Series 650 load cells for commercial weighing
applications are OIML C3 approved, and improve on the VC8600 range both in terms of accuracy and cost
effectiveness.
The Series 650 load cell is an “S” beam load cell which comes in standard capacities of 250kg, 500kg,
1000kg, 2000kg and 5000kg. It is manufactured from stainless steel, hermetically sealed to IP68, ensuring excellent
long term stability. It is more accurate than the VC8600, being approved for commercial weighing to OIML 3000
divisions.
The Series 650 load cell has bi-directional loading capability and can be used in either tension or
compression. Typical applications include tank and vessel weighing, pack filling machines and conveyors.
Thames Side Sensors has been at the forefront of load cell technology for over 25 years, and each
load cell is supplied with a five year warranty. The company is also able to supply a range of accessories for
use with the Series 650, such as eye bolts and bearings.