MC818

The MC818 is a rectangular six-axis, four-element type transducer which features an 8 x 18 inch working area. This sensor is available in multiple vertical capacities, ranging from 1,000 lb to 4,000 lb (see Specifications Tables). The surface of the MC818 is equipped with 41 threaded holes for customer attachment points.

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Manufactured from high strength aluminum alloy with an anodized finish, its flanged base is also built for T-slot mounting. Elastomeric O-ring seals and internal potting offer extra protection for the strain gage elements and wiring and long-lasting performance.

See the Specifications Tables below for more details.

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System Information

AMTI's industrial sensors can be paired with optional components to create a complete system.

GEN-5 Amplifier

Advanced signal conditioner
Pairs with multi-axis sensors or legacy plates
USB 2.0 digital or analog outputs

Transducer Cable

30 ft. standard length
Connects amplifier to force sensor
Data transfer and power supply

NetForce

Included at no charge with every amplifier/system purchase
Data collection software with real-time stream and export

Specifications & Details

Review detailed force transducer specifications and model versions below.

General Specifications

Dimensions 203 x 559 x 79 mm
Weight 20 kg
Temperature Range -18°C to 50°C
Channels Fx, Fy, Fz, Mx, My, Mz
Body Material Aluminum
Excitation 10V Maximum
Fx, Fy, Fz Hysteresis <1% full scale output
IP Rating IP60
Analog outputs 6 channels
Digital outputs USB, with GEN-5
Sensing Elements Strain gage bridge
Amplifier GEN-5 available for purchase
Crosstalk* < 2% on all channels
Fx, Fy, Fz non-linearity ±0.2% full scale ouptut
Available Capacities (Fz, lb) 1000, 2000, 4000

Dimensions 8 x 22 x 3.1 in
Weight 45 lb
Temperature Range 0°F to 125°F
Channels Fx, Fy, Fz, Mx, My, Mz
Body Material Aluminum
Excitation 10V Maximum
Fx, Fy, Fz Hysteresis <1% full scale output
IP Rating IP60
Analog outputs 6 channels
Digital outputs USB, with GEN-5
Sensing Elements Strain gage bridge
Amplifier GEN-5 available for purchase
Crosstalk* < 2% on all channels
Fx, Fy, Fz non-linearity ±0.2% full scale ouptut
Available Capacities (Fz, lb) 1000, 2000, 4000

Capacities, Sensitivities & Frequencies

The table below provides a comparison of the available capacity models for this force sensor

Model Name Suffix (Fz, lbs)	1000	2000	4000
Fx, Fy Capacity (N)	2225	4450	8900
Fz Capacity (N)	4450	8900	17800
Mx Capacity (Nm)	450	900	1810
My Capacity (Nm)	900	1810	3620
Mz Capacity (Nm)	510	1020	2030
Fx, Fy Sensitivity (µV/V-N)	0.67	0.34	0.17
Fz Sensitivity (µV/V-N)	0.17	0.085	0.043
Mx Sensitivity (µV/V-Nm)	1.2	0.62	0.35
My Sensitivity (µV/V-Nm)	3.5	1.80	1.00
Mz Sensitivity (µV/V-Nm)	5.0	2.5	1.2
Lowest Natural Frequency* (Hz)	400	400	400

Model Name Suffix (Fz, lbs)	1000	2000	4000
Fx, Fy Capacity (lb)	500	1000	2000
Fz Capacity (lb)	1000	2000	4000
Mx Capacity (in-lb)	4000	8000	16000
My Capacity (in-lb)	8000	16000	32000
Mz Capacity (in-lb)	4500	9000	18000
Fx, Fy Sensitivity (µV/V-lb)	3	1.5	0.75
Fz Sensitivity (µV/V-lb)	0.76	0.38	0.19
Mx Sensitivity (µV/V-in-lb)	0.14	0.07	0.04
My Sensitivity (µV/V-in-lb)	0.4	0.2	0.11
Mz Sensitivity (µV/V-in-lb)	0.56	0.28	0.14
Lowest Natural Frequency* (Hz)	400	400	400

*The listed natural frequency is the lowest natural frequency for the force sensor and will dominate.

Technical Drawings

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