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 →Multi-component force measurement
Multi-axis load cells.
Force, resolved.
Multi-axis load cells for robotic contact, precision testing and force-platform development. Define your 2-axis, 3-axis or 6-axis measurement chain.
+Fx / X SHEAR+Fy / Y SHEAR+Fz / Z AXIAL
Choose the measured components
Three forces. Six components. One defined load path.
A triaxial force sensor measures Fx, Fy and Fz. A six-axis force/torque sensor adds Mx, My and Mz. A biaxial sensor resolves a selected pair. Start with what the application needs to know.
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
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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
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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
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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 →Signal integrity before integration
Keep each axis in time.
Changing contact forces need synchronized acquisition. Define the bridge output, calibration, channel timing and controller interface as one system.
Request a matched analog PLC conditioner or USB / RS485 digitizer. EtherCAT support is assessed against the selected module and controller.
Plan 3-/6-channel acquisition ↗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.
Three engineering decisions
Turn selection uncertainty into a reviewable specification.
01 / Crosstalk
What does the other axis see?
Define cross-axis response, the full-scale denominator and the loaded direction. Mechanical decoupling and calibration need to be assessed together.
Read the calibration guide →02 / Replacement
Which interfaces must match?
Review the exact Interface, FUTEK, ME or ATI reference drawing, load envelope, bridge outputs and acquisition system.
Start a replacement review →03 / Configuration
What is the real load case?
Share shear and normal capacities, tool offset, footprint, bandwidth and application. Confirm a configuration before fixing commercial terms.
Request quote / STEP CAD →MXL Force Metrology / engineering RFQ
Send the axes. We’ll review the measurement chain.
Include capacities, mounting envelope, electronics and application to begin a configuration review.
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