Skip to content Tension load cells accurately measure pulling forces using strain gauge technology, ideal for lifting, crane weighing, and suspended load applications.
Tension load cells are precision sensors designed to measure tensile (pulling) forces with high accuracy and reliability. Using advanced strain gauge technology, these load cells convert mechanical force into an electrical signal, enabling precise monitoring and control in demanding industrial environments.
Widely used in lifting, suspension, and weighing applications, tension load cells are essential for ensuring safety, efficiency, and accuracy when handling suspended loads. From crane systems and rigging operations to logistics and heavy-duty industrial processes, these devices provide real-time force measurement to prevent overload and equipment failure.
Modern tension load cells, such as wireless tension links, integrate advanced features including built-in amplifiers, digital signal transmission, and handheld receivers. These systems allow operators to monitor loads remotely, improving safety and operational efficiency. Wireless communication, typically via 2.4GHz frequency, enables reliable data transmission over long distances, even in challenging environments.
Constructed from high-strength materials like tool steel and protected with coatings such as electroless nickel plating, tension load cells are built to withstand harsh conditions. With high protection ratings (e.g. IP66), they are suitable for outdoor use, offering resistance to dust, moisture, and extreme temperatures.
Designed for heavy-duty performance, tension load cells are available in a wide range of capacities—from smaller industrial loads to large-scale applications exceeding 200 tonnes—making them a versatile and critical component in modern force measurement systems.
| High-Precision Measurement | Accurately measures tensile (pulling) forces |
| Heavy-Duty Capacity | Available in capacities from 20 to 200 tonnes |
| Wireless Monitoring | Remote data transmission via 2.4GHz signal |
| Robust Construction | Manufactured from high-strength tool steel |
| Environmental Protection | IP66 rated for dust and water resistance |
| Integrated Electronics | Built-in amplifier and digital signal processing |
| Safety Focused | Prevents overload and ensures safe lifting operations |
| Capacity Range | 20 000 kg – 200 000 kg (20 – 200 tonnes) |
| Accuracy Class | 0.1% |
| Total Error | < 0.1% of applied load |
| Safe Overload | 150% of rated capacity |
| Ultimate Overload | 500% of rated capacity |
| Temperature Range | -30°C to +80°C (Operating) |
| Environmental Protection | IP66 |
| Material | Tool steel with electroless nickel plating |
| Communication | Wireless 2.4GHz transmission (100m range) |
| Cranes & Lifting Equipment | Monitor suspended loads for safe lifting operations |
| Rigging & Hoisting | Measure tension in cables, chains, and slings |
| Construction Industry | Ensure safe load handling on-site |
| Logistics & Shipping | Weigh heavy cargo during loading and transport |
| Mining & Industrial | Monitor force in heavy-duty operations |
| Marine Applications | Measure tension in mooring and lifting systems |
| Testing & Engineering | Force measurement for structural and load testing |
Tension load cells accurately measure pulling forces using strain gauge technology, ideal for lifting, crane weighing, and suspended load applications.
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