Compression load cell BM14G4 is awarded OIML C4 approval
The Netherlands - The compression load cell BM14G4 from Zemic has been awarded the OIML R60 C4 approval for ”legal-for-trade” applications.
The NMI in the Netherlands have examined and tested the BM14G4 and concluded that an approval with a Y-value of 8800 for standard C3 and C4 is applicable, with a Z-value of 4000. Approved capacities from 10 to 50 tons are available. For the 10 and 20 ton capacities the OIML approval is new.
Features
This load cell has a robust construction, is made of stainless steel, has an IP68 protection class and is hermetically sealed. This load cell has built in surge arrestors. The load cell is standard current calibrated (SC) for an easy parallel connection of 6, 8 or 12 load cells.
Applications
The BM14G4 load cells are ideal for the following applications:
• Truck scales
o concrete & steel construction
o both pit and above ground
• Silo’s
• Train weighing
The BM14G4 load cells can be used in a wide variety of applications. It will be mainly used in the transport sectors, due to its robust construction and because this load cell is highly suitable to be used in harsh environments.
Construction kit
Besides the new approval, Zemic Europe introduces an construction kit as well. Together with the load cell clients will have everything to fulfill the onsite placement of the load cell into the application. The construction kit consists of rocker supports, eccentric washers, an earthing cable, hexagonal bolts and allen key bolts.
Other approvals
The BM14G4 has several other approvals, amongst them EMC and ATEX Gas and Dust. For all approvals, please visit our website.
