Miniature IP68 Load Pin | Waterproof Pin Load Cell Customizable

The PLCA waterproof pin load cell is a precision-engineered force sensing solution designed to perform reliably in challenging and space-restricted industrial environments. Constructed from high-grade stainless steel, this load pin offers exceptional mechanical strength, corrosion resistance, and long-term stability, making it a preferred choice for heavy-duty force monitoring tasks. With standard rated capacities of 3kN, 5kN, 10kN, and 20kN, the PLCA is highly versatile and well-suited for applications in marine and offshore operations, mining, construction equipment, oil and gas platforms, factory automation, hoisting systems, and more.

Featuring an IP68-rated hermetic seal, the PLCA miniature load pin operates efficiently in extreme environments—including underwater, humid, dusty, and chemically aggressive settings—ensuring consistent performance in both indoor and outdoor installations. Its sensing principle is based on shear pin technology, enabling accurate and repeatable force measurements even under dynamic loading conditions. Typical applications include tension monitoring in pulleys and sheaves, crane overload detection, winch and hoist force tracking, anchor and mooring line tension control, robotic joint force feedback, construction and civil structure monitoring, as well as automated machinery safety control.

One of the key advantages of the PLCA is its compact form factor, which allows seamless integration into equipment where space is limited. For unique installation requirements, LCS Tech Co., Limited offers comprehensive customization services, enabling clients to tailor the sensor to their specific needs. Customizable features include non-standard dimensions, specific mounting configurations, custom pin diameters and lengths, cable routing solutions, and integrated connectors or amplifiers.

In addition to mechanical customization, the PLCA supports a wide range of electrical output signals to ensure compatibility with different monitoring systems. Output options include mV/V (strain gauge signal), 0-5V, 0-10V, 4-20mA, as well as RS485 Modbus RTU. Measurement ranges can be scaled up to 200 tons, and the operating temperature can be extended from -40°C to +150°C, allowing deployment in high-heat or cold-weather conditions. The sensor can also be adapted for deep-sea applications up to 3000 meters in depth, making it suitable for subsea cable tension measurement, underwater ROV systems, and offshore platform monitoring.

With its robust construction, precision performance, and flexible customization options, the PLCA hermetically sealed pin load cell offers a reliable and scalable force measurement solution across a wide array of industries and challenging operating conditions.