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Donut Load Cell – High-Precision Axial and Radial Force Measurement Solutions
Discover Donut Load Cells for accurate force measurement in industrial, aerospace, and testing applications. Sensors and Gauges offers premium donut load cells, sensors, gauges, and custom-engineered solutions.
A Donut Load Cell is a ring-shaped force transducer designed for axial, radial, and through-hole applications where other load cells may not fit. Its unique design allows it to be mounted around shafts, pipes, or bolts, making it ideal for specialized industrial and testing applications. At Sensors and Gauges, we provide Donut Load Cells alongside a full range of sensors, gauges, and custom-engineered solutions — making us your one-stop solution for precision force measurement.
What is a Donut Load Cell?
A Donut Load Cell is a circular, hollow load cell that measures axial or radial forces applied through or around its center hole. Its design makes it perfect for installation in constrained spaces or for applications requiring a force to pass through the center of the sensor.
Key Features:
Unique Hollow Design – Allows installation around shafts, bolts, or pipes.
High Accuracy & Repeatability – Provides reliable force measurement for critical applications.
Durable Construction – Designed to handle industrial and laboratory environments.
Multi-Directional Force Measurement – Measures axial, radial, or combined forces depending on setup.
Integration Ready – Compatible with digital indicators, data acquisition systems, and PLCs.
Benefits of Donut Load Cells
Space-Saving Installation – Fits around shafts or bolts where other load cells cannot.
Reliable Performance – Provides precise and repeatable force measurement.
Versatile Applications – Suitable for industrial machinery, aerospace testing, and R&D setups.
Durable & Long-Lasting – Withstands repeated use and harsh environments.
Customizable Options – Tailored solutions for specific capacities, diameters, or force ranges.
Applications of Donut Load Cells
Donut Load Cells are used across multiple industries and specialized applications:
Industrial Machinery – Measuring force in shafts, bolts, and rotating machinery.
Aerospace & Automotive Testing – Force measurement in engine components, structures, and assemblies.
Material Testing & R&D – Precise force measurement in laboratory setups.
Medical Devices – Measuring forces in surgical instruments or biomedical equipment.
Process Automation – Force feedback and monitoring in manufacturing systems.
Structural Engineering – Testing loads in beams, bolts, and other structural components.
Types of Donut Load Cells
At Sensors and Gauges, we supply a variety of Donut Load Cells to meet diverse applications:
Standard Donut Load Cells – General-purpose force measurement applications.
High-Capacity Donut Load Cells – Designed for heavy-duty industrial or testing applications.
Custom Donut Load Cells – Tailored solutions for specific diameters, capacities, or installation constraints.
Why Choose Sensors and Gauges?
With Sensors and Gauges, you gain more than just a supplier — you gain a precision measurement partner:
Comprehensive Solutions – Donut load cells, sensors, gauges, and accessories in one source.
Premium Brands – Trusted products for reliable and accurate force measurement.
Expert Support – Guidance from product selection to integration and calibration.
Nationwide Supply – Fast and reliable delivery across Australia.
Smart Tip: Combine donut load cells with signal amplifiers, digital indicators, or data acquisition systems to monitor axial or radial forces in real time with maximum precision.
FAQs
Can donut load cells measure forces around shafts or bolts? Yes, their hollow design allows installation around shafts, bolts, or other through-hole applications.
Are donut load cells suitable for industrial environments? Absolutely, they are engineered for industrial, laboratory, and testing applications.
Do donut load cells handle high-capacity loads? Yes, high-capacity models are available for heavy-duty industrial or testing applications.
Can donut load cells be customized? Yes, Sensors and Gauges provides custom donut load cells tailored to specific capacities, diameters, or application requirements.
Get Started with Donut Load Cells
Donut Load Cells are ideal for precise, compact, and versatile force measurement in industrial, testing, and R&D applications. With Sensors and Gauges, you gain access to premium donut load cells, expert guidance, and custom-engineered solutions tailored to your application needs.
