
5.2 Aligning the load cell
Load cells must be installed so that their axis is vertical when not in use.
Even minor deviations can lead to unexpected efects, particularly during the corner load
or shift tests.
If the load cell is installed on a slant accidentally, then this changes its characteristic value.
Under no circumstances can this be compensated for electrically (e.g. by resistances in
the junction box). Instead, all load cells have to be carefully aligned: Refer to igure.
To make it easier to get an exact vertical alignment, the PR 6021/.. mounting kit is
equipped with a mounting aid.
γ
≤1°
The maximum permissible inclination must be strictly observed so that measuring
accuracy is not adversely overly afected (see igure).
Note:
The material properties and the shape of the load cells and load discs are perfectly
matched to one another. Always use load discs from Minebea Intec, see also
Chapter
4.2.2
.
Note:
Further installation instructions can be found in the manuals of the respective mounting
kits.
Weighbridge Load Cell PR 6221
5 Installation
Minebea Intec
EN-20