What are the characteristics of the HI LPD load points?

The HI LPD is an older model double-ended shear beam type load sensor attached at both ends to a lower mounting assembly and the output is rated at 3 mV/V.  The force is applied to the center section of the load sensor.  These load cells are typically used at the higher end capacities. (5 K lb to 250 K lb)

The cylindrically shaped load cell is mounted in the horizontal plane, perpendicular to the expected direction of movement. On a rectangular vessel this movement would normally be lengthwise on the vessel. On a round vessel this movement would normally be expansion out from the center of the vessel.

The upper plate of the mounting hardware contains a hole approximately ½" larger than the diameter of the load cell. The load cell is mounted through this hole with a load bearing slide pin above and a lift-off/positioning pin below the load cell. These pins fit into a saddle grooved into the load cell.  One or both of these pins will need to be removed to remove or install the load sensor.  This arrangement allows easy movement of the upper plate in the anticipated direction of movement. This mounting assembly is self checking and virtually eliminates the need for additional check rods.

This type of load cell can be ordered in a high temperature version to 400 degree F.