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Technical

Specifications
Microcell
Bolt-on, strain gauge, sensor technology for measuring
inventory weights on vessels with pipe leg supporting structures.

When you need weight inventory you want to use


a weighing system. With the Microcell — a highly
sensitive and thermally stable semiconductor strain
gauge sensor, KM pioneered bolt-on technology
for measuring the contents of a wide range of bulk
storage vessels. This sensor is still the standard way
to measure the weight-induced strain in a vessel
with a pipe leg support structure.

When two Microcells are bolted on opposite sides


of the vertical pipe legs of a vessel, it converts the
vessel into a weighing system. Adding weight to a
vessel compresses the gauge, changing the
Microcells resistance which produces an electrical
output proportional to the material weight
change.
Features & Benefits
The Microcell is quickly and easily installed while
the vessel is still in productive use. An empty Bolt-on Technology
vessel is not required for installation or calibration. Creates a weighing system by mounting
For use on existing vessels with pipe legs, the Microcells to the vessel’s pipe leg supports.
Microcell is a cost-effective weighing solution Simple Mounting
compared to having to modify vessels for other No specialized tools for installation.
types of weighing sensors.
Uses Existing Vessel Structure
In combination with your existing vessels, the No need to empty vessel or take out of
versatility of the Microcell can supply a cost production to install or service.
effective, easy to install, easy to maintain, highly 75 years MTBF
reliable industrial strength weighing system. For Unprecedented long-term reliability.
cost and performance, nothing can compare with
the Microcell when weight is needed and weight
is wanted.
Specifications: Environmental
Mechanical Rating: Designed for rugged, outdoor applications
Stress Level - 3-inch Microcell: Temperature Range - Operational: -30o to +150o F
Maximum: 10,000 psi (7.0 kg/mm2) (-34o to +66o C)
Recommended*: 5,000 ± 2,500 psi (3.5 ± 1.75 kg/mm2) Temperature Range - Storage: -30o to +150o F
(-34o to +66o C)
Stress Level - 2-inch Microcell: Temperature Range - Compensated:
Maximum: 15,000 psi (10.5 kg/mm2); Standard: 0o to +100o F (-18o to +38o C)
Recommended*: 7,500 ± 3,750 psi (5.3 ± 2.6 kg/mm2) Mid: +50o to +150o F (+10o to +66o C)
*Consult factory for stress outside Temperature Effects - Sensitivity Change: 0.02%/o
recommended range F (0.036%/o C), in compensated temperature range
Fatigue Life: > 20 million cycles; load and unload at 0 Temperature Effects - Zero Shift: ±5 mV/100o F
to 5,000 psi (0 to 3.5 kg/mm2) (±5 mV/56o C), in compensated temperature range

Physical
Electrical
Weight: 3 oz (90 gm)
Excitation Voltage: Standard 12 VDC, ±5%;
Steel Base: AISI 1018 carbon steel matched to vessel
maximum 30 VDC leg material A36 (Consult factory for aluminum or
Excitation Current at 12V: 4.0 mA at 0o F (-18o C) to stainless steel vessel leg support)
2.7 mA at 100o F (+38o C)
Cable: 3-conductor, 22 gauge, unshielded
Insulation Resistance: 2M ohms
Cable Length: 5.5’ (1.7m)
Strain Gauge to Sensor Frame Breakdown
Voltage: >500 VDC
Red-to-White & Black-to-White Resistance Options and Accessories
3-inch Microcell:
3-inch Microcells: standardized or non-
Standardized: 8.50K ± 200 ohms at 70o F (21o C)
standardized
Non-Standardized: 2.0K ± 200 ohms at 70o F (21o C)
version; temperature compensated for standard or
Red-to-White & Black-to-White Resistance
mid-temperature ranges
2-inch Microcell: 2.0K ± 200 ohms at 70o F (21o C)
Junction Box: plastic or stainless steel version
KM Test Meter: to simplify sensor installation
Output (for 12V excitation) Aluminum-Base Microcells: for aluminum support
Sensitivity - Carbon Steel 3-inch Microcell: legs, consult factory
70 mV ± 1%/1,000 psi (70 mV ± 1%/0.7 kg/mm2)
Stainless Steel Base Microcells: for stainless steel
Sensitivity - Carbon Steel 2-inch Microcell:
support legs, consult factory
56 mV ± 1%/1,000 psi (56 mV ± 1%/0.7 kg/mm2)
Zero-Strain Output: 0 mV ± 25 mV Installation Hardware
Nonlinearity: ±0.1% of full-scale output
Repeatability & Hysteresis: 0.05% of full-scale
output
Output Impedance - 3-inch Microcell:
Standardized: 7.5K ± 75 ohms at 70o F (21o C)
Non-Standardized: 1000 ± 100 ohms at 70o F (21o C)
Output Impedance - 2-inch Microcell:
1000 ± 100 ohms at 70o F (21o C)

For Hazardous Locations P/N 97-7026-01 Rev D


Specifications subject to change without notice.
©2004 KM. All rights reserved.
Microcell is a trademark of Kistler-Morse.

KM is represented in your area by:


WORLD HEADQUARTERS
150 Venture Boulevard
Spartanburg, SC 29306 USA
1.800.426.9010
tel: 864.574.2763
fax: 864.574.8063
kistlermorse.com

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