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Excitation Voltage 101

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An excitation voltage is needed to power the load cell and ensure the output signal is accurate. Load cell excitation is necessary to ensure the accuracy and reliability of load cell measurements. Interface provides electrical performance data on all specifications represented as VDC MAX, when applicable.  The data for excitation voltage is listed under the electrical section of a transducer model’s specification datasheet, along with other factors, including rated output, bridge resistance, and zero balance. Learn more in our 101 Series that answers the most frequently requested questions about load cells and force measurement.

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Types of Robots Using Interface Sensors

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Interface load cells and torque transducers are used for various types of robots to measure and monitor forces and loads experienced by various robot components. Load cells are used to measure the forces exerted by robotic arms and grippers, while torque transducers are used to measure the torque generated by motors. Multi-axis load cells are growing in use with robotic engineers throughout the R&D phases for more measurement data to make smarter decisions in design and use of the robot. 

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Heavy Truck Test and Measurement Solutions

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Interface devices are commonly used in heavy-duty truck design and testing for various purposes, from structural to aerodynamic testing. Manufacturers use our load cells, torque transducers and instrumentation in testing labs to ensure vehicles meet regulatory and performance standards. Component and parts makers utilize our sensors and instrumentation for research, design, development and production, whether they are making brake pedals or tires.

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Interface and Testing Lab Applications

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Interface offers one of the most diverse force, torque, and weight related force sensor product lines in the market. It is why labs prefer Interface. In addition to our expanding line of  data acquisition systems, software and accessories, T&M engineers and lab pros find Interface as a one-stop-shop for simple and complex testing projects.

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Testing Lab Essentials Webinar Recap

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Interface hosted a technical webinar, Testing Lab Essentials Today and Tomorrow, that highlighted measurement devices, instrumentation, industry testing lab challenges and considerations, plus how to modernize your test lab. Force measurement solutions experts shared valuable advice and best practices. The webinar covered lab basics, products in the lab, credentials, calibration grade equipment, test stands, load frames, testing lab applications and FAQs.

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Modernizing Infrastructure with Interface Sensor Technologies

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Force measurement solutions are a critical component of modern infrastructure, helping to ensure safety, optimize performance, and improve efficiency. Interface load cells, torque transducers, load pins, tension links and other wireless solutions are used in projects all over the world that are modernizing our global infrastructure in a variety of ways.

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Off-Axis Loading 101

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Interface overload protection load cells and torque transducers are designed to minimize the effects of off-axis loading. This requires load cells designed with measures to reduce sensitivity to forces applied in other directions, while maintaining high accuracy measurements.

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Interface Solutions for Safety and Regulation Testing and Monitoring

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Interface provides test and measurement solution to those involved in the production and sale of products who a role in ensuring product safety and compliance with regulations, from manufacturers to retailers. They are all responsible for designing, testing, and producing safe products and Interface's quality measurement solutions provide precision measurements with accuracy they can rely upon.

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Metrologists and Calibration Technicians 101

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Interface works with metrologists and calibration technicians worldwide as a partner, supplier of calibration grade products, and participants in research to advance the science of measurement. We are also proud team members with experienced experts in measurement, including our esteemed force measurement engineers and calibration technicians.