Strain Gauges

What is a Strain Gauge?

A strain gauge is a type of sensor which measures the strain and force on an item in which the resistance varies depending on the applied force. The gauge is applied to an item and deforms as the electrical resistance changes, this particular change is also known as the 'gauge factor'. You can learn more in our complete guide to strain gauges.

How do Strain Gauges work?

Strain Gauges measure the strain or force of an item by uniquely converting either force, pressure, tension and weight into a change in electrical resistance which then can be measured. This is made possible by the Strain Gauge changing shape with the material it is measuring, as the material will change shape when a force or load is imposed upon it.

There are many different varieties of strain gauges, the most popular are listed below:

General Purpose Precision Strain Gauges
Transducer Quality Strain Gauges
Karma Strain Gauges
Bonded Foil Strain Gauges

What are Load Cells?

Load cells, also called load cell transducers, are vital components in most industrial weighing systems on processes. Load Cells essentially measure weight in the form of directional force, typically via a combination of spring elements and strain gauges which converts the weight measurement into an electrical output.

More can be found in our guide to Load Cells here

Features and Benefits

Can be used on various products, such as keypads, medical devices and automotive products,
Affixed to an object with epoxy or glue,
Suitable for long-term installation
Easy to install and often waterproof too

Applications of Strain Gauges and Load Cells

Automotive, marine and aerospace design
Building and architecture, including bridge, weighbridges and tunnel construction
Industrial engineering and weighing
Torque measurement in motors, turbines, engines, fans, generators, wheels, and propellers
Experimental stress analysis

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Tedea Huntleigh Low Profile Load Cell, 100kg Range, Compression Measure RS Stock No.: 206-0307 Mfr. Part No.: 0355-0100-G300-RS Datasheets: TWD10,086.00 Each	Tedea Huntleigh	Compression	100kg	-	-	Low Profile	Wire Lead	IP68	-	-	Stainless Steel	-	-	-	-	-10°C	-	+40°C	-
Micro-Measurements Strain Gauge, ±5% Range, 350Ω RS Stock No.: 223-6472 Mfr. Part No.: MMF404264 Datasheets: TWD1,212.60 Each (In a Pack of 5)	Micro-Measurements	-	±5%	350Ω	-	-	Linear	-	-	-	STC06 Steel	-	3.18mm	4.57mm	-	-75°C	-	+175°C	-
Tedea Huntleigh Low Profile Load Cell, 5kg Range, Compression Measure RS Stock No.: 185-5995 Mfr. Part No.: 01040-005K-C3-55X Datasheets: TWD3,341.00 Each	Tedea Huntleigh	Compression	5kg	-	-	Low Profile	Cable	IP67	-	-	Aluminium	40mm	-	-	29.5mm	-10 (Compensated) °C, -20 (Safe) °C	-	+40 (Compensated) °C, +70 (Safe) °C	-
Siemens SIWAREX WL Series Load Cell, 1.2kg Range, Compression Measure RS Stock No.: 233-9097 Mfr. Part No.: 7MH5120-1BQ00 Datasheets: TWD6,619.00 Each	Siemens	Compression	1.2kg	-	SIWAREX WL	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Siemens SIWAREX WL Series Load Cell, 350 t Range, Compression Measure RS Stock No.: 233-9060 Mfr. Part No.: 7MH5114-6LL00 Datasheets: TWD415,993.00 Each	Siemens	Compression	350 t	-	SIWAREX WL	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Siemens SIWAREX WL Series Load Cell, 2000kg Range, Compression Measure RS Stock No.: 187-3254 Mfr. Part No.: 7MH5113-4GD00 Datasheets: TWD59,136.00 Each	Siemens	Compression	2000kg	-	SIWAREX WL	-	-	IP66, IP68	-	-	Stainless Steel	-	-	-	24mm	-35°C	-	+70°C	-
Tedea Huntleigh 1510 Series Single Point Load Cell, 100kg Range RS Stock No.: 271-0197 Mfr. Part No.: 1510-100kg-C3MR10-30 Datasheets: TWD13,529.00 Each	Tedea Huntleigh	-	100kg	-	1510	Single Point	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Siemens WL280 Series Load Cell, Torsion Measure RS Stock No.: 286-4838 Mfr. Part No.: 7MH5113-3JD01 Datasheets: TWD49,225.00 Each	Siemens	Torsion	-	-	WL280	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
WIKA SPP-F1201 Series Button Strain Gauge, 30000kg Range, Compression Measure RS Stock No.: 268-9022 Mfr. Part No.: 79102836 Datasheets: TWD45,294.00 Each	WIKA	Compression	30000kg	-	SPP-F1201	Button	Cable	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Siemens SIWAREX WL Series Single Point Load Cell, 10kg Range, Compression Measure RS Stock No.: 187-3266 Mfr. Part No.: 7MH5102-2AD00 Datasheets: TWD4,207.00 Each	Siemens	Compression	10kg	-	SIWAREX WL	Single Point	Screw	IP65	-	-	Aluminium	150mm	-	40mm	25mm	-35°C	-	+65°C	-
Tedea Huntleigh Load Cell, 5kg Range, Compression Measure RS Stock No.: 185-5983 Mfr. Part No.: 01006-005K-G0-54X Datasheets: TWD2,111.00 Each	Tedea Huntleigh	Compression	5kg	-	-	-	Cable	IP66	-	-	Aluminium	22mm	-	-	15mm	-10 (Compensated) °C, -20 (Safe) °C	-	+40 (Compensated) °C, +70 (Safe) °C	-
TE Connectivity MEAS FX29 Series Load Cell, Compression Measure RS Stock No.: 261-8106P Mfr. Part No.: FX293X-100A-0010-L Datasheets: TWD1,054.00 Each (Supplied in a Bag)	TE Connectivity	Compression	-	-	MEAS FX29	-	Cable	-	-	-	-	-	-	19.7mm	-	0°C	-	+50°C	-
Siemens SIWAREX WL Series Load Cell, 1000kg Range, Compression Measure RS Stock No.: 233-9110 Mfr. Part No.: 7MH5121-4AD00 Datasheets: TWD11,410.00 Each	Siemens	Compression	1000kg	-	SIWAREX WL	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
TE Connectivity Load Cell, Compression Measure RS Stock No.: 216-3486 Mfr. Part No.: FX292X-040B-0200-L Datasheets: TWD2,168.00 Each	TE Connectivity	Compression	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	0°C	-	+50°C	-
WIKA SPP-F2301 Series Strain Gauge, Compression Measure RS Stock No.: 268-9016 Mfr. Part No.: 79101005 Datasheets: TWD58,910.00 Each	WIKA	Compression	-	-	SPP-F2301	-	Connector, M12	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
TE Connectivity Load Cell, Compression Measure RS Stock No.: 216-3487 Mfr. Part No.: FX292X-100A-0200-L Datasheets: TWD1,654.00 Each	TE Connectivity	Compression	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	0°C	-	+50°C	-
Micro-Measurements Strain Gauge, ±3% Range, 350Ω RS Stock No.: 223-6460 Mfr. Part No.: MMF403817 Datasheets: TWD10,519.00 1 Box of 10	Micro-Measurements	-	±3%	350Ω	-	-	Linear	-	-	-	STC06 Steel	-	1.52mm	3.3mm	-	-51°C	-	+80°C	-
WIKA SPP-F2301 Series Strain Gauge, Compression, Tension Measure RS Stock No.: 269-0971 Mfr. Part No.: 14255362 Datasheets: TWD54,371.00 Each	WIKA	Compression, Tension	-	-	SPP-F2301	-	Connector, M12	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Gefran Load Cell, 500kg Range, Compression, Tension Measure, 350Ω RS Stock No.: 226-8994 Mfr. Part No.: TU-K5C 2130X000X00 Datasheets: TWD26,779.00 Each	Gefran	Compression, Tension	500kg	350Ω	-	-	Cable	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-20°C	-	+60°C	-
Tedea Huntleigh 614 Series Load Cell, 50kg Range, Compression, Tension Measure RS Stock No.: 271-0190 Mfr. Part No.: 614-50kg-NA C1-70 Datasheets: TWD3,337.00 Each	Tedea Huntleigh	Compression, Tension	50kg	-	614	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-

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