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Why Choose a Single Point Impact Cell?

Interface Single Point Impact Load Cells (SPI) are sensors that accurately measure the impact force or load exerted on a single point. The Interface SPI and MBI are two models for platform scale single point impact load cells used for materials testing, impact testing, product durability testing, and quality control processes. Learn about the design and use cases for SPI load cells.

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Small in Dimension and Precise in Measurement

Interface Mini Load Cells are used for small and precise measurements. Interface miniature load cells are ideal for light touch, weight, or limited space test and measurement applications. with capacities available as low as 0.11 lbf / 0.5 N and as high as 100 kN, there are many miniature load cells available in different capacities and models, including our beams, rod-end, load buttons, s-type load cells, and custom miniature OEM solutions.

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A Promising Future in Measurement and Analysis Using Multi-Axis Sensors

Interface multi-axis load cells provide a multitude of benefits. The top reason to use multi-axis sensors is to get more measurement data. Interface 2, 3 or 6-Axis load cells enable engineers, prooduct designers and test professionals to capture forces along multiple directions simultaneously. This capability is particularly beneficial when dealing with complex and multidirectional forces, which are common in robotics, space projects, virtual reality, motion tracking, navigation systems, and inventive consumer products.

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Vertical Farming for Sustainable Food Production on Earth and Beyond

Interface's case study, Vertical Farming on Earth and in Space, explores applications, products and solutions for challenges related to farming on earth and beyond. These solutions utilize load cells, multi-axis sensors, wireless instrumentation and devices for irrigation and growth monitoring systems, robotics, and farming equipment . The case study highlights innovation used in collaboration of industries in agriculture, space, and automation. While vertical farming is currently being explored as a way to increase food production on Earth, it also has applications in space R&D and for food sustainability projects.

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Weighing Your Options Webinar

Interface's Weighing Your Options webinar showcases load cell and instrumentation solutions for cranes, lifting equipment, scales, and industrial applications. We detail weighcheck systems, load pins, load shackles, tension links, wireless products and more.

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Advancing Lithium-Ion Battery Test and Measurement

Interface supplies load cells, instrumentation, and multi-axis sensors for testing and performance monitoring of lithium-ion batteries. To achieve the goal of improved and longer-lasting Li-ion batteries, accurate force measurement testing is needed to confirm performance, capacity, safety and fatigue. Force testing is done on the battery itself and is used for various stages within the R&D and manufacturing processes for all types of tests, including quality control, environmental, performance and material tests.

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Why Mechanical Engineers Choose Interface Solutions

Mechanical engineers choose Interface force measurement devices to gather data, analyze performance, and ensure the safety and reliability of mechanical systems. Force measurement devices help them to quantify the magnitude and direction of forces acting on objects or structures. They play a crucial role in the design, development, and maintenance of mechanical systems that are integral to modern society and industries.

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Flange Style Load Cells and Torque Transducers 101

Interface Flange Load Cells advantage is the transducer hub is mounted using several smaller screws instead of one large central thread. They are preferred for accuracy, fixture alignment, stability, easy mounting and installation.

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Do You Call it a Thru-hole, Donut, or Load Washer?

Interface Thru-Hole Load Cells and Torque Transducers have a center-hole design that makes them versatile, accurate, and compact measurement solutions. Sometimes referred to as donuts, washers, or through holes, they offer high-precision measurements, ensuring reliable data collection for quality control and performance monitoring tasks. Their compact size allows space-saving installation even in tight areas, making them ideal for applications with limited footprints, like robotic systems or custom machinery.