Thin Load Cells for Small Weigh Scale Project

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SUMMARY

Ava is developing a small weigh scale project with a maximum capacity of 40 lbs and is specifically seeking load cells with a thickness of 5mm or less. She has identified the LCL load cell by Omega and several options from Chinese manufacturers, including a planar bean load cell available on AliExpress. Ava is requesting recommendations for additional thin load cells that may be suitable for her project. JBA contributed by suggesting the XFL212R load cell from Meas Spec.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of load cell specifications and applications
  • Familiarity with small-scale electronic projects
  • Basic knowledge of circuit design and assembly
  • Experience with sourcing electronic components online
NEXT STEPS
  • Research the specifications and applications of the Omega LCL load cell
  • Explore additional thin load cell options from reputable manufacturers
  • Learn about circuit design for load cell integration in small weigh scales
  • Investigate calibration techniques for accurate weight measurement
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Electronics hobbyists, engineers designing small-scale weighing solutions, and anyone interested in load cell technology and its applications in weigh scale projects.

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Hi,
I'm doing a project and an looking at building a small weigh scale and measure about 40lbs max (even lesser is ok as I'm learning). I'm looking for load cell thickness of 5mm or less (:smile:). I've one kitchen scale that I opened but that load cell is bigger.
I looked at the web and found LCL load cell by Omega (http://www.omega.com/pptst/LCL.html) and few by Chinese manufacturers (like this one here: http://www.aliexpress.com/item/30kg-150kg-300kg-planar-bean-load-cell-for-low-platform-scale-low-thin-scale-weight-sensor/32474908124.html ). I'm wondering if there are known thin load cells and am I missing any of them? Please let me know, really appreciate all suggestions and help!
I would be happy to post my circuit once I start building :smile:

Cheers,
Ava
 
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Take a look at this one: http://www.meas-spec.com/downloads/XFL212R.pdf
 
Thanks JBA!
 

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