Our strain gauges offer key advantages over adhesively bonded strain gauges including superior performance, reliability, and durability

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| Thin-Film Deposition |
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| Autoclavable |
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Standard SMD force sensor designs are available in a wide range of capacities, from milligrams to 5,000 Kg — with many models offering built-in overload protection via deflection stops. Custom, low-profile sensors can be miniature to fit small space application parameters.
Armed with 30 years of technical experience and our leading-edge thin-film sensors manufacturing process, SMD engineers can produce application-specific miniature force sensor and micro force sensor designs within tight time frames. These miniature sensors can withstand the high temperature, pressure, and humidity of repeated autoclave cycles. SMD also offers custom electronic integration support for our OEM customers.
SMD now offers autoclavable strain gauge technology on all standard and custom sensors. These harsh environment sensors are completely hermetic, survive 100% humidity, pH of 11, and temperatures up to 200°C. Ask about our current availability.
SMD Sensors specializes in advanced load-cell solutions that deliver reliable, accurate and durable force and weight measurement across medical, aerospace, biopharmaceutical and semiconductor markets.


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| Image | Model | Capacity | Accuracy | Material | Environment | Features | Price |
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![]() | LC-MICRO-1 | 1g - 100g | ±0.01% | Stainless Steel | Standard | Miniature Design | $185 |
![]() | LC-MICRO-5 | 500g - 5kg | ±0.005% | Tool Steel | IP65 | High Precision | $245 |
![]() | LC-AUTO-10 | 10kg - 100kg | ±0.02% | Stainless Steel | Autoclavable | 200°C, pH 11 | $485 |
![]() | LC-5000-A | 100kg | ±0.02% | Aluminum | IP65 | Overload Protection | $285 |
![]() | LC-5000-B | 500kg | ±0.01% | Stainless Steel | IP67 | Deflection Stops | $425 |
![]() | LC-5000-C | 2000kg | ±0.005% | Tool Steel | IP68 | High Capacity | $685 |
![]() | LC-HEAVY-5K | 5000kg | ±0.01% | Stainless Steel | IP68 | Heavy Duty | $1485 |
![]() | LC-CUSTOM | Custom Range | ±0.001% | Application Specific | Custom | 30yr Experience | Quote |
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