Five N load cell

Product Code : SCL-PLE-10523

The 5N Load Cell from Lab Glassware Manufacturer is a compact force sensor accessory rated for a 5 newton force capacity, used with compatible amplifiers, data loggers, or structure systems to measure tension and compression forces in mechanics experiments.

Quick answer: This 5N load cell measures small tension and compression forces digitally, for use with a compatible amplifier, data logger, or structure system in mechanics and structural-testing experiments where precise, low-range force measurement is needed. It is supplied by Lab Glassware Manufacturer as a force sensor accessory; no certification is claimed unless separately confirmed in writing.

Choosing the Right Load Cell for Your Experiment

A 5N load cell is suited to lower-force experiments, such as measuring the tension in a light spring or the small forces involved in a structural-mechanics demonstration model, where a higher-capacity cell would lack the resolution to give useful readings. For higher-force applications, Lab Glassware Manufacturer's Load Cells with Amplifier, 4 Pieces offers a set of load cells for structural mechanics work, and this 5N cell can complement that set for experiments needing a low-force-range sensor alongside higher-capacity cells, such as the Clamping Device for Beams (Static System). Please confirm the required amplifier or data logger interface with Lab Glassware Manufacturer before ordering, as this load cell needs compatible supporting equipment to display readings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the 5N Load Cell used for?
A: It measures tension and compression forces up to 5 newtons, used with a compatible amplifier, data logger, or structure system in mechanics and structural-testing experiments.

Q: Does the 5N Load Cell include an amplifier or display?
A: It is designed for use with compatible amplifiers, data loggers, or structure systems; please confirm with Lab Glassware Manufacturer whether these are included or need to be ordered separately.

Q: Why choose a 5N load cell instead of a higher-capacity one?
A: A 5N load cell offers better resolution for smaller forces, making it more suitable for lighter-force experiments than a higher-capacity load cell would be.

Related Products

Load Cells with Amplifier, 4 Pieces | Clamping Device for Beams (Static System) | Accessory Kit for Determining Shear Forces

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Last updated: September 2026