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Compression Testing for Mechanical Evaluations

Interface load cells for compression testing provide data for mechanical evaluations to determine how materials, components, and complete structures behave under opposing axial pushing or crushing forces. Transducer data in compression analysis define success and failure across industries, from robotics to aerospace.

LowProfile Complete Systems for Immediate Force Measurement Deployment

Interface LowProfile Load Cell Complete Systems are pre-configured measurement solutions to eliminate trial-and-error in setup by pairing the sensor with instrumentation, accessories, and software. System level calibration provides documented traceability across the entire signal path using the LowProfile and system components.

5-Axis Load Cells 101

An Interface 5-axis load cell is a multi-axis sensor designed to resolve complex multi-directional loading into three orthogonal forces and two bending moments (Fx, Fy, Fz, Mx, and My). By combining multiple sensing elements into one precisely machined structure, a 5-axis load cell provides comprehensive measurement of complex loading conditions that conventional single-axis load cells cannot accurately capture. Learn more in 5-Axis Load Cell 101, part of Interface's 101 Series.

Advancing Composites Using Force and Torque Measurement

Interface load cells provide the measurement accuracy and structural stiffness data needed to evaluate composite materials. The composites industry must balance lightweight design with strict performance and reliability standards. Accurate, repeatable measurements establish reliable material baselines, support process control, reduce unexpected failures, and help manufacturers produce composite structures that perform consistently under demanding conditions.

Understanding Dual Shear Load Cells

Interface dual shear load cells are strain gage sensors supported at both ends, with the force applied directly at the center of the beam. A double-ended shear beam load cell design is used in the high-performing Interface LowProfiles and load pins. The dual-ended design distributes force symmetrically across two matched shear webs. Strain gages are bonded to the machined webs inside the beam and configured in a full Wheatstone bridge circuit to convert mechanical shear stress into an electrical mV/V signal.

Sensor-Enablement for Household and Commercial Appliances

Interface equips appliance makers worldwide to design safer hardware, optimize resource efficiency, and deliver dependable performance to every consumer. Test and measurement throughout the household and commercial appliances lifecycle rely on load cells, torque transducers, and multi-axis sensors during the first proof of concept. Lab engineers conduct verification testing using sensors, and factory line production and assembly adopt transducers to improve operations. Manufacturers integrate sensor-enabled feedback systems to improve the user experience and reliability of the appliance.

What Is the Difference Between Fatigue and Impact Testing?

Interface Tech Talk details why fatigue testing and impact testing are fundamentally different mechanical test methodologies that impose separate physical and electronic demands on measurement hardware. Learn about application differences, load cell and sensor selection, and instrumentation requirements for each type of test.

Transducers for Aircraft Ground Support Equipment Design and Operations

Accurate measurement of force and torque transforms ground support from reactive repairs to proactive, condition-based lifecycle management. Whether installing new hardware or upgrading existing equipment with direct-fit load pins, tension links, and load cells, continuous force, torque, and weight monitoring safeguards aircraft and ground personnel from unnoticed structural stresses, equipment failures, and overloading.

Addressing Technical FAQs in Torque Measurement

Interface answers advanced technical questions related to torque transducers and torque measurement. Explore the top 17 FAQs related to technicalities of torque measurement covering reaction vs rotary transducers, capacity selection, mounting alignments, couplings, calibration and metrology.