Kistler-Morse KM Microcell Bolt-On - Manual (Page 5)

CHAPTER 1. INTRODUCTION
Figure 1-1. The Kistler-Morse ® Microcell™.
EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION
The Microcell™ (Figure 1-1) is a highly sensitive
bolt-on strain gage sensor used to determine the
weight of material contained in storage vessels.
Microcell™ sets bolt onto a vessel’s metal support
structure. As weight is added to or removed from
the vessel, the vessel support structure
experiences strain changes proportional to the
weight changes. The Microcell™ detects the
strain changes and produces a voltage output
proportional to those changes, thus indicating the
change in weight. Kistler-Morse
® signal
processors convert the Microcell™ voltage outputs
to weight or level. Refer to Appendix A for
specifications.
The Microcell™ is easy to install. It mounts to the
surface of the structural support and never comes
in contact with the vessel contents. Used in many
different industries, it can weigh any type of
material stored in a vessel with metal support
members. The Microcell™ is rugged, can operate
in industrial environments, and requires no periodic
maintenance. It is immune to electrical noise due
to its high-level output voltage.
APPLICATIONS
The 3” Microcell™ can be installed on carbon
steel, stainless steel, or aluminum vessel supports.
The 2” Microcell™ can be installed on carbon steel
vessel supports only. Refer to Appendix A
(Microcell™ Specifications) for stress limits on
each type of Microcell™.
Microcell™ sets can be installed on leg-supported
and beam-supported vessels. Refer Chapter 3
for installation details on installing Microcell™ on
vertical column legs. Refer to Chaper 4 for
installation details on installing Microcell™ on
horizontal beams.
Contact Kistler-Morse ® for information on
non-standard applications.
Be sure to read the entire installation procedure
pertaining to your application before beginning
installation.
MANUAL CONVENTIONS
Three kinds of special explanations appear
throughout the manual. The format and
significance of each is defined below:
WARNING
Possible danger to people. Injury may result
if this information is ignored.
CAUTION
Possible risk to the product. The Microcell™
or other equipment may be damaged if this
information is ignored.
Note
Contains additional information about a step or
feature critical to the installation or operation of
the Microcell™.
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