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The LCB04 low-profile disc load cell is a compact, high-performance force sensor designed for compression force measurement in space-constrained environments. With an overall height of just 5mm, it is one of the thinnest load cells available, making it an ideal solution for applications with limited axial space. Its design includes four threaded mounting holes around the perimeter, allowing for easy and secure installation onto flat surfaces such as machine bases, platforms, or test fixtures. At the center of the LCB04 is a precision-engineered load button featuring a spherical radius, which helps to ensure that force is transferred accurately along the load axis, even if there is minor angular misalignment during loading. This feature is particularly beneficial in real-world conditions where perfect alignment isn't always possible, yet accurate measurement remains critical.

The sensor operates using proven strain gauge technology, incorporating a Wheatstone full-bridge configuration. When a force is applied to the sensor, the strain gauges deform, altering the electrical resistance and generating a millivolt-level signal proportional to the load. This analog output can be fed into an amplifier or data acquisition system for real-time force monitoring, control, or data logging. Available in multiple capacity ranges (customizable upon request), the LCB04 round load cell offers stable performance, high accuracy, and excellent repeatability in a rugged, miniature form factor. Its affordable price point, combined with its reliable output and minimal installation footprint, makes it a go-to solution for OEMs, researchers, and industrial engineers seeking efficient force sensing in small or embedded systems.

Typical Applications of the LCB04 Compact Button Load Cell

• Load Distribution Analysis

The LCB04 force detection sensor is ideal for multi-point load monitoring to evaluate how force is distributed across a structure or platform. This is essential in applications like structural testing, packaging compression studies, and mechanical design optimization.

• Battery Pack Compression Testing

In EV and portable electronics development, ensuring the structural integrity of battery cells under compression is vital for safety and performance. The LCB04 can measure force applied during pack assembly or environmental stress testing.

• Clamp or Vice Pressure Monitoring

In precision machining, testing, or assembly operations, maintaining consistent clamping force is crucial. The LCB04 helps monitor and control vice or clamp pressure, ensuring product quality and preventing damage.

• Force Feedback in Cutting Machines and Heat Presses

The sensor provides real-time force feedback in cutting machines or heat press equipment, allowing for accurate process control. It ensures the applied pressure remains within optimal limits, enhancing both safety and performance.

• Overload Protection in Compact Systems

Due to its low height and fast response, the LCB04 force feedback sensor can serve as a protective element in sensitive equipment by detecting overloads and triggering alarms or shutdowns before mechanical failure occurs.

In summary, the LCB04 miniature compression load cell delivers repeatable measuring results in a minimal package, making it perfect for modern applications requiring reliable force measurement without occupying much space. For unique or specialized use cases, custom designs are available to tailor the sensor to your specific technical requirements.