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FN3042 Cylindrical Force Sensor

Heavy duty load cell for fatigue testing


Key features

  • High stiffness
  • Skydrol compatible on request
  • Integrated amplifier optional
  • Heavy duty cylindrical loadcell
  • Tension and compression

About the FN3042 Cylindrical Force Sensor

The FN3042 is highly suited for use in test benches and fatigue tests. Due to the mechanical design, the FN3042 is especially durable.

Dedicated to fatigue tests benches, the FN3042 is able to undergo more than 10 million cycles of full scale with very little change in zero offset stability.

The sensor housing can be supplied fully stainless steel with high IP protection level for fatigue test benches or regulation in high temperature or corrosive fluids environments.

We often work with customers to design or customize sensors for specific uses and testing environments.

Applications for FN3042

  • Crash test walls and plates
  • Hydraulic cylinder regulation
  • Dynamic lifetime component tests
  • Aerospace structure test beds
  • Laboratory and research

Do you need this sensor for your next project?

Request a no-obligation quote or send us your contact details for a free, no-obligation consultation. Our sales engineers will then contact you within a maximum of 1 to 2 working days.

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Technical Specifications

Specification Value
Accuracy 0.25% F.S.
Full scale range 5kN, 10kN, 25kN, 50kN, 100kN, 200kN, 500kN
Load direction Compression, tension
Operating temperature -20 to 80°C
Output ±1.5mV/V, ±2V, ±5V
Protection IP50

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