MSB Flintec
26 November 2014
Considerations such as available space, tyre clearance and restrictions for overall vehicle height will generally
determine which mounting style will be used. The following chart illustrates the features of each mounting style:
The most common position for load cell mounting is to position the load cell so that the spacer blocks are underneath
the load cell. However, installation can sometimes be simplified by inverting the load cell and installing with the bearing
plates above the load cell, especially when combined with the outboard mounting style. An air gap is recommended to
prevent the build-up of debris beneath the load cell.
Cable Orientation
The load cell can be orientated so that the cable connector is located on either the outboard or inboard side of the
load cell. Outboard located cable exit is generally more accessible for installation and service, but may need a cover
plate for protection from road damage. Inboard facing cable exit provides improved protection for the cable. Outboard
mounted load cells generally have limited access for inboard facing cable exit. For this reason, inboard facing cabling is
usually used only with in-line mounted load cells. Connector protection; Flintec recommends that a protective cover be
provided to protect outboard facing connectors from road damage such as flying stones.
In-line mounting
Outboard mounting
Used when outboard clearances or suspension systems means
space is limited
Requires space for load cell installation outboard of chassis
Requires only one mounting bracket per load cell
Requires an upper and lower mounting bracket per load cell
Will raise the overall vehicle height by approx. 50 mm (2.0") unless
frame is recessed
Will raise the overall vehicle height by approx. 15-20 mm (5/8"-3/4")
Mounting holes for the load cell must be added to the body frame
structure
Load cell mounting holes are located in the mounting brackets
Allows for either inboard or outboard facing cable connectors
Outboard facing cable connector is usually required
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Out-board facing
cable gland
In-board facing
cable gland
Typical bolted-on installation.
An all-welded installation is also
possible - both attachment methods
are application specific.
Typical installations.
Don't allow bolts
to protrude here
Minimum air gap:
7.5 t = 6 mm (1/4")
15 t = 10.00 mm (3/8")