Designer99
Industrial
I have an older model loadcell (Transducer Technologies LPU-20K capacity). I am looking for some free software to interface my laptop with the loadcell. Basic stress/strain/force type of stuff. Any thoughts?
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Looking for Free Load Cell Software
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IceStationZebra
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You can not interface the computer directly to the load cell. The load cell needs a very stable voltage source and an accurate volt meter. You are effectively trying to measure micro-ohm changes in resistance.
There are many many different data logging and data acquisition systems available. I checked Omega.com and the cheapest set-up was $140 and used the RS485 port. I also found this USB interface for $55 but I'm not sure how to work the software side.
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There are many many different data logging and data acquisition systems available. I checked Omega.com and the cheapest set-up was $140 and used the RS485 port. I also found this USB interface for $55 but I'm not sure how to work the software side.
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