MXL-3A · Fx, Fy, Fz
3-Axis Load Cells
Resolve contact force into Fx, Fy and Fz.
10 N–5 kN family target
Review range & integration →MXL-6D / Fx, Fy, Fz, Mx, My, Mz
6-Axis Force/Torque Load Cells
Measure three forces and three moments at one interface.
+Fx / SHEAR+Fy / SHEAR+Fz / AXIAL
Range & load-path review
Separate measured components from mechanical limits.
A six-axis load cell provides a six-component wrench: three forces and three moments referenced to a defined origin. MXL-6D targets a calibrated sensor-and-electronics package so the receiving controller can work in engineering units. Matrix version, serial number, reference frame and tool offset must remain linked to the hardware.
Use cases: Cobot and humanoid wrists, wind-tunnel balances, underwater thruster testing.
| Model / planning identifier | Fx / Fy shear capacity | Fz axial capacity | Dimensions / interface | Max crosstalk | Overload limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MXL-6D-L | 20–200 N target | 20–200 N target | 0.5–10 N·m moment target | <1% FS design target; validate configuration | 150–300% design target; confirm combined-load envelope |
| MXL-6D-M | 200 N–2 kN target | 200 N–2 kN target | 10–100 N·m moment target | <1% FS design target; validate configuration | 150–300% design target; confirm combined-load envelope |
| MXL-6D-H | 2–10 kN target | 2–10 kN target | 100–500 N·m moment target | <1% FS design target; validate configuration | 150–300% design target; confirm combined-load envelope |
These are requested family targets and planning identifiers, not released model specifications. Moment ranges are separate from force ranges. Footprint requires drawing confirmation. Request an approved drawing, axis-specific calibration and combined-load limits before purchase.
Resolve these details before freezing the sensor.
- Check simultaneous force and moment limits, not six independent full-scale numbers.
- Specify tool-center-point offsets and coordinate transforms in the controller.
- Agree on sampling, filtering, latency and supported fieldbus cycle time.
One measurement chain
Specify the bridge, timing and engineering units together.
A raw bridge output needs compatible excitation and signal conditioning. Simultaneous sampling keeps rapidly changing axis signals aligned. A calibrated digitizer can apply the correct conversion and present forces in newtons.
Plan six synchronized bridge channels and the matched force/torque matrix. Confirm the selected module supports your output, sample rate and latency.
Review USB / PLC / EtherCAT options →Explore the force vector
Resultant: 111.803 N
Illustrative friction ratio: 0.5000
Ftotal = √(Fx² + Fy² + Fz²). The ratio μ = √(Fx² + Fy²) / |Fz| assumes Fz is aligned with the known surface normal and quasi-static contact. It is not a general surface-angle measurement. Illustrative math only; no live sensor data.
Engineering questions
Check the assumptions behind the numbers.
Does six-axis mean six independent force directions?
It means three orthogonal force components and three moment components. Moments depend on the selected reference origin.
Can I use raw channels with my own DAQ?
Only with compatible excitation, synchronous acquisition, the correct calibration matrix and validated conversion software. A supported digitizer can perform the conversion.
Can this replace an existing sensor without redesign?
We need the exact model revision, mounting drawing, pinout, bridge excitation, calibration and operating load case. Compatibility is confirmed by a configuration-specific review.
Compare adjacent axis architectures.
MXL-3M · Fx, Fy, Fz
Miniature & Compact 3-Axis Load Cells
Fit three force components into a constrained end effector.
2–100 N family target
Review range & integration →MXL-6D · Fx, Fy, Fz, Mx, My, Mz
6-Axis Force/Torque Load Cells
Measure three forces and three moments at one interface.
20 N–10 kN · 0.5–500 N·m family target
Review range & integration →
MXL-2D · Fx & Fz, or Fx & Fy
2-Axis Biaxial Load Cells
Separate normal force from tangential friction force.
20 N–50 kN family target
Review range & integration →
MXL-PLT · Aggregate Fx, Fy, Fz
3-Axis Force Platforms & Dynamometers
Capture distributed forces across a rigid test surface.
5–200 kN per axis family target
Review range & integration →