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LCT-U Load Cell Tester Data Sheet

LCT-U Load Cell Tester Data Sheet

LCT-U Load Cell Tester Data Sheet

Product catalog summary
Overview: The LCT-U is an advanced, hand-held diagnostic tool designed for quick and comprehensive troubleshooting of strain gauge load cells. It is compatible with both 4-wire and 6-wire load cells and provides essential data such as bridge resistance, physical distortion, and insulation resistance.
Key Features:
  • Fast and accurate testing, completing full tests within 5 seconds.
  • User-friendly design with pin assignments printed on the front.
  • Coloured LEDs for highlighting suspicious readings.
  • Capability to check alignment of multiple load cell scales.
  • Operates on standard AA batteries for portability.
  • Continuous signal reading for checking linearity and repeatability.
  • Rugged ABS enclosure with a rubber cover for durability.
  • Lightweight and ideal for installation and commissioning engineers.
Technical Specifications:
  • Bridge testing voltage: 1.25 VDC.
  • High resistance testing voltage: 10 VDC.
  • A/D resolution: 16 bit.
  • Bridge input and output resistance: Up to 5kΩ at 0.5 Ω resolution.
  • Sense resistance for 6-wire load cells: Up to 500Ω at 0.1 Ω resolution.
  • Resistance accuracy: ± 1 Ω.
  • Insulation resistance: Maximum > 5 GΩ; Minimum <10 MΩ.
  • High resistance accuracy: 10%.
  • Load cell output in percentage of full scale: ± 250% at 0.01% resolution and 0.1% accuracy.
  • Gain adjustment: 0.1 to 5 mv/V (in steps of 0.01).
Additional Information:
  • Connector: 8-pin with screw terminals.
  • Power source: 4 x Type AA batteries (not supplied).
  • Display: Alphanumeric, 16 characters, 2 lines.
  • Size: 150 mm x 80 mm x 28 mm.
  • Weight: 250 grams.
For more information and a video user guide, visit www.thames-side.com.
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LCT-U Load Cell Tester Data Sheet-1

LCT-U ADVANCED DIAGNOSTIC LOAD CELL TESTER The advanced Load Cell Tester Model LCT-U is a stand-alone hand-held device specially designed for fast, comprehensive troubleshooting of strain gauge load cells. The LCT-U can quickly diagnose problems with all common types of load cell available today, including 6-wire load cells (with sense wires). The LCT-U provides the operator with all the essential data about the load-cell being tested, including the bridge resistance and integrity, physical distortion (possibly caused by overload, shock load or metal fatigue) and insulation resistance (which can highlight moisture or chemical ingress). ■ Fast, accurate testing of load cells and scales – full test complete within 5 seconds ■ Continuous signal reading allows for checking of linearity and repeatability ■ Very user friendly – pin assignment is printed on front of tester ■ Can check for physical distortion of a load cell ■ Coloured LEDs highlight suspicious readings ■ Can check alignment of multiple load cell scales ■ Operated by standard batteries for portability ■ Works with 4-wire or 6-wire load cells ■ Rugged ABS enclosure and rubber cover ■ Lightweight ■ Ideal tool for installation/commissioning engineers

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LCT-U Load Cell Tester Data Sheet-2

technical specification... LCT-U Advanced Load Cell Tester Specifications 1.25 VDC Additional Data High resistance testing voltage Sense resistance (for 6 wire load cells) Resistance accuracy Alphanumeric: 16 characters, 2 lines 150 mm x 80 mm x 28 mm Gain adjustment Load cell output in percentage of full scale (input resistance > 175 Ω) 4 x Type AA batteries (not supplied) High resistance accuracy Power source Insulation resistance 8-pin with screw terminals (supplied with the unit) Bridge input and output resistance Bridge testing voltage For further information, including a video user guide,...

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