C6B

Configurable force transducer K-C6B

K-C6B

Force transducer for compressive forces
350 ohm strain gauge measuring system
Made of stainless steel material

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The K-C6B is our compressive force sensor for small measuring paths and very large forces - ready to be configured in accordance with your needs

Find bellow some explanations to our options.

Capacity

The sensor is available in measurement ranges from 200 kN to 10 MN.

Rated output adjustment

The C6B force sensors have a rated output in the range from 2 mV/V to 2.48 mV/V (N). The sensors can be adjusted to 2 mV/V on request (J). In this case, the output resistance is also adjusted so that you can connect several sensors with the same nominal (rated) force in parallel.

NOTE: If you order the C6B with integrated amplifier, the sensor is adjusted as a measuring chain - no need for a passive adjustment.

Transducer identification

You can order your sensor with a “Transducer Electronic Data Sheet”, TEDS (T). In this case, your sensor is equipped with an electronic memory that is programmed with the technical characteristics of the sensor. If the sensor is connected to an instrument with TEDS 0-wire functionality, for example, HBK's Quantum models or the ClipX modules, the instrument will read out the specific data and the setup process will run automatically.

NOTE: TEDS only for sensors without integrated amplifier module.

Mechanical design

The C6B is delivered without force application as standard (OO). On request you can also order your C6B with the spherical cap ZK (ZK) or the combination consisting of the load button ZL and the thrust piece EPO (ZE).

NOTE: It is not possible to calibrate a C6B with a load button without using the EPO because the high compressive stresses could damage the calibration machine.

Plug protection

The C6B can be ordered with a plug protection. This is a strong square tube mounted around the connector to protect it from mechanical damage (P). Standard is without plug protection (U).

Electrical connection

The standard version is a fixed cable of six meters (K), achieving degree of protection IP68. On request the C6B can be delivered with a 15 m cable (V). Bayonet connectors (B) and threaded connectors (G) are also available for the electrical connection. For the integrated amplifier option, an M12 connector (00A8) mounted directly on the sensor must be selected.

Plug version for the fixed mounted cables

If you order the C6B with a fixed cable, it comes with free ends as standard. On request you can have a plug mounted at the end of the cable, so the force sensor can be connected directly to your amplifier.

Y = Free ends, no plug assembly
F = D-sub-HD15, for connecting to MGC+ (e.g. AP01) or Scout amplifiers
Q = HD-sub-HD15, for connecting to many HBK signal conditioners in the Quantum series (MX410, MX440, MX840, MX430, MX238)
N = MS plug, for connecting to HBK signal conditioner, such as MGC+ (AP03), DMP or DK38
P = ODU plug, 14-pin, degree of protection IP68, for connecting to all HBK amplifiers of the Somat XR series that are suitable for measuring full bridge circuits
M = M12-plug, 8-pin, for connecting to the digiBOX and DSE measuring amplifiers
O = No cable

Integrated amplifier

Standard C6B force transducers are passive (mV/V) sensors (N). On request the C6B can be ordered with an integrated amplifier whose output is 0 … 10 V (VA1) or 4 … 20 mA (VA2). If you order your C6B with an integrated amplifier, in this case, the C6B comes along as a calibrated measurement chain.

NOTE: You must select M12 connector for the electrical connection. TEDS is not required, so that you cannot order this option in combination with an integrated amplifier.

C6B - Data Sheet	Data Sheets	English
C6B - Quick Start Guide	Quick Start Guide	English, Italian, French, Chinese, German
C6B - Operating Manual	Manual	English, Italian, French, Chinese, German

Sales documents

Reliable force measurement - Brochure

Brochure

English

Certificates and Approvals

C6B - EU Declaration of Conformity

Declaration of Conformity

English

C6B capacity 1 MN - CAD	CAD Step Files
C6B Thrust Piece capacity 1MN - CAD	CAD Step Files
C6B Spherical cap ZK capacity 1MN - CAD	CAD Step Files
C6B Load button ZL capacity 1MN - CAD	CAD Step Files
C6B capacity 2 MN - CAD	CAD Step Files
C6B Thrust Piece capacity 2MN - CAD	CAD Step Files
C6B Load button ZL capacity 2MN - CAD	CAD Step Files
C6B Spherical cap ZK capacity 2MN - CAD	CAD Step Files
C6B capacity 5 MN - CAD	CAD Step Files
C6B Thrust Piece capacity 5MN - CAD	CAD Step Files
C6B Spherical cap ZK capacity 5MN - CAD	CAD Step Files
C6B Load button ZL capacity 5MN - CAD	CAD Step Files
C6B capacity 10 MN - CAD	CAD Step Files
C6B Thrust Piece capacity 10MN - CAD	CAD Step Files
C6B Load button ZL capacity 10MN - CAD	CAD Step Files
C6B Spherical cap ZK capacity 10MN - CAD	CAD Step Files
C6B capacity 200 kN - CAD	CAD Step Files
C6B Thrust Piece capacity 200kN - CAD	CAD Step Files
C6B Load button ZL capacity 200kN - CAD	CAD Step Files
C6B Spherical cap ZK capacity 200-500kN - CAD	CAD Step Files
C6B capacity 500 kN - CAD	CAD Step Files
C6B Thrust Piece capacity 500kN - CAD	CAD Step Files
C6B Load button ZL capacity 500kN - CAD	CAD Step Files

Key attributes for industrial force transducers
Maximum capacity (nominal load)	200 kN, 500 kN, 1 MN, 2 MN, 5 MN, 10 MN
Maximum capacity (nominal load)	45 klbf, 112 klbf, 225 klbf, 450 klbf, 1124 klbf, 2248 klbf
Direction	Compression
Type / technology	Strain Gauge
Calibration	Calibrated
Output signal	mV/V (passive strain gauge), Voltage (0…10V), Current (4-20mA)
HBK Accuracy class	0.5
Degree of protection	IP68
Mechanical adaptation	Other
Height (without accessories)	60 mm, 100 mm, 180 mm, 240 mm
Height (without accessories)	2.36 in, 3.94 in, 7.09 in, 9.45 in
Diameter (without cable or plug)	159 mm, 80 mm, 267 mm, 189 mm
Diameter (without cable or plug)	6.25983 in, 3.1496 in
Load cell design	-

Product Code	Description
1-KAB158-3	Connection cable, thread - free ends
1-KAB168-5	Connection cable, M12, 5m, free ends
1-KAB157-3	Connection cable, bayonet - free ends
K-CAB-F	Cable, configurable f. force transducers
1-CON/BS1	Connector, bayonet for 4 mm-6.5 mm cable
1-CON/BS2	Connector, bayonet for 6.5 mm or larger
1-KAB168-20	Connection cable, M12, 20m, free ends
3-3312.0354	Thread connector for U10/C10/U15/C15/C6b
1-EEK4	Ground cable, copper, length 400mm