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Rice Lake Load Cells – Global Brand, Local Alternative Solutions

Setting the Bar in Precision and Reliability

When you search for Rice Lake Load Cells, you are looking for industry-trusted, durable sensors for heavy duty weighing needs. Rice Lake Weighing Systems has built a reputation for manufacturing high-quality load cells and weigh modules that meet strict standards. At Sensors and Gauges, we offer comparable performance, local support, and competitive value — so you don’t have to compromise.


What is Rice Lake Weighing Systems?

Rice Lake Weighing Systems is an American company specializing in industrial scale and measurement solutions. They supply load cells, weigh modules, and related instruments for sectors such as agriculture, food & beverage, logistics, manufacturing, and more. Wikipedia+2ricelake.com+2

They have a very wide portfolio, including single point, shear beam, S-beam, canister, compression disk, double and single ended beams, and custom mounting modules. ricelake.com+2ricelake.com+2


Key Features & Types of Rice Lake Load Cells

Here are what make Rice Lake load cells stand out, and the main load cell types they offer:

  • Wide Capacity Range: From small capacities (e.g. single point, platform scales) up to very large capacities for truck scales, weighbridges, silos. ricelake.com+2diniargeo.com+2

  • Material & Sealing Options: Stainless steel, alloy steel, hermetically sealed designs, high IP ratings for harsh or washdown environments. diniargeo.com+2ricelake.com+2

  • Certifications & Standards: Many models are OIML, NTEP, etc., which matter for trade compliance. scalesplus.com+2diniargeo.com+2

Some of the types include:

  • Single-Ended Shear Beam – used widely in platform scales. ricelake.com+1

  • Double-Ended Shear Beam – heavier loads, improved sideload behavior. ricelake.com+1

  • S-Beam Load Cells – tension, compression, general purpose weighing. ricelake.com+1

  • Compression Canister / Disk – for large compressive loads like weighbridges or heavy platform scales. ricelake.com+2diniargeo.com+2

  • Single Point Load Cells – lighter capacity scales, retail, bench etc. ricelake.com+1


How Rice Lake Load Cells Compare & What to Look For

If you’re evaluating Rice Lake vs other brands (or alternatives), here are some comparison points and considerations:

Parameter Rice Lake Strengths What To Check / Compare
Durability in Harsh Environments Hermetically sealed versions, stainless steel bodies, high I.P. ratings. diniargeo.com+2ricelake.com+2 Local support & service, replacement parts, cable lengths.
Accuracy & Linearity Low combined error %, small creep and hysteresis in premium models. diniargeo.com+1 Check calibration certificates, verification intervals, sensitivity drift with temperature.
Certifications Many Rice Lake cells are NTEP / OIML certified. scalesplus.com+1 Local legal trade approvals in your country, class ratings.
Cost & Lead Time As a large manufacturer with a broad inventory, Rice Lake tends to offer reliable supply. ricelake.com+2ricelake.com+2 Import cost, shipping, customs, local alternatives (Sensors and Gauges) can reduce cost and lead time.

Why Consider Sensors and Gauges as a Local Option

You may want Rice Lake level performance, but there are strong reasons to look locally:

  • Immediate access to your inventory of load cells (with applicable categories like Compression Load Cells, S-Type Load Cells, Single-Point, Shear Beam) so no long delays.

  • Local technical support; you get help choosing the right cell type, mounting, wiring etc.

  • Competitive prices— avoiding import duties/shipping.

  • Internal compatibility: if you need accessories or mounts, you’ll find them in the same local network.

We provide all major categories:
Single Beam Load Cells,
Single-Point Bending Beam,
Single-Ended Shear Beam,
Double-Ended Shear Beam,
S-Type Load Cells, etc.


Applications for Rice Lake Load Cells

Typical use-cases where Rice Lake and similar load cells shine:

  • Truck scales / weighbridges

  • Industrial platform and floor scales

  • Silo / tank / hopper weighing

  • Process scale / batching systems

  • Legal trade scales

  • Harsh environments: wash-down, corrosive, temperature extremes


Smart Buying Tips

  • Always match the capacity and overload rating to avoid damage.

  • Choose proper environmental protection: IP rating, cable sealing, stainless steel or hermetic bodies where moisture or chemicals are involved.

  • Check compatibility: output signal (mV/V), bridge resistance, excitation voltage.

  • Ensure mounting configuration is correct — wrong mounting leads to errors (especially for shear beams, canister types).

  • Ask for calibration / certificate, and consider drift over temperature or long-term use.


Internal Solutions You Can Explore

Here are equivalent product categories we carry that are closely aligned with what Rice Lake offers, so you get similar technology with local service:


Smart Tip

“A premium load cell is only as good as the installation, sealing, and serving environment around it. Even Rice Lake units need correct setup to perform at their best.”


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