MTS Criterion 40 - Manual - Manual (Page 109)

Load Cell Mounting
MTS Criterion ® Series 40 Product Manual
Operation 109
Load Cell Mounting
Mounting load cells typically involves securing the load cell to the frame via a
threaded bolt along with associated hardware (in most cases a flat washer,
adapter sleeve, and plate assembly). The following figures show the standard
mounting configurations. Load cell mounting/adapter bolts should be lubricated
with light oil or grease before being assembled and torqued to specifications. See
“Load Cell Bolt Torque Specifications” on page 112.
When installing a mounting bolt or an adapter bolt into load cell, check the length
of bolt to avoid “bottoming” the bolt in the load cell hole. Doing so will
permanently damage the load cell.
On C41 and C42 S-beam style cells, support the grip adapter while torquing the
adapter bolt to prevent damaging the load cell from torque twist.
Model C41 1 N-1 kN
Load Cell
Plate Assembly
Sleeve
Washer
Cap Screw
Load Cell
Plate Assembly
Sleeve
Washer
Cap Screw
Model C42 1 N-5 kN
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