FS20
Low Force Compression Load Cell
SPECIFICATIONSFEATURES
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Small Size, Low Noise
Robust, High Reliability
High Over-Range Capability
Low Deflection
Essentially Unlimited Cycle Life Expectancy
Low Off Center Errors
Fast Response Time
Industry Standard Packaging
500 to 5000 Grams-Force Range
Reverse Polarity Protected

APPLICATIONS
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Robotics End-Effectors
Variable Force Control
Load and Compression Sensing
Medical Pumps
Contact Sensing
Weighing
Household Appliances

500 to 5000 Grams-Force
Amplified Output
Interchangeable
Industry Standard Packaging
CE ComplianceThe FS20 is a low compression force sensor thatcreates new markets previously unrealizable due to costand performance constraints. The FS20 offers normalized
zero and span for interchangeability and is thermallycompensated for changes in zero and span with respect totemperature.
The FS20 incorporates TE’s proprietary Microfusedtechnology which employs micromachined siliconpiezoresistive strain gages fused with high temperature
glass to a high performance stainless steel substrate.
Microfused technology eliminates age-sensitive organic
epoxies used in traditional load cell designs providingexcellent long term span and zero stability. The FS20measures direct force and is therefore not subject to leaddie fatigue failure common with competitive designs which
use a pressure capsule embedded within a silicone gelfilled cavity. Operating at very low strains, Microfusedtechnology provides an essentially unlimited cycle life
expectancy, superior resolution, and high over-range
capabilities.
The FS20 brings your OEM product to life whether
you need thousands or millions of load cells annually.
Although the standard model is ideal for a wide range ofapplications, our dedicated design team at our Load Cell
Engineering Center is ready to provide you with custom
designs for your OEM applications.
Please refer to the FC22 and FC23 for higher forceapplications.

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STANDARD RANGES
Range
0 to 0500
0 to 0750
0 to 1000
0 to 1500
0 to 2000
0 to 3000
0 to 5000

Grams-Force
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PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATIONS
Supply Voltage: 5.0V, Ambient Temperature: 25°C (unless otherwise specified). TE Connectivity reserves the right to update and change thesespecifications without notice.
PARAMETERS

MIN

TYP

MAX

UNITS

Excitation Voltage

4.975

55.025

Vdc

Zero Output (FS2030)

0.45

0.50.55

Vdc

Zero Output (FS2050)

0.95

1

1.05

Vdc

Output Span (FS2030)

3.9

44.1

Vdc

Output Span (FS2050)

2.9

3

3.1

Vdc

Non-Linearity-11%FSO

Zero Return-0.80

0.80%FSO

Span Repeat-0.80

0.80%FSO

Hysteresis-0.80

0.80%FSO

Thermal Zero Shift-0.05

0.05%FSO/°C

Thermal Sensitivity Shift-0.05

0.05%FSO/°C

1Zero Drift-0.5

0.5%FSO

3 minutesCreeping-0.50.5%FSO

3 minutes

Isolation Resistance (250Vdc)

50MΩ

Safe Load Limit

2.5X

Rated

Operating Temperature-40+85°CStorage Temperature-40+85°C

Compensated Temperature

050°C

Humidity

090%RH

Deflection at Rated Load

0.05

Endurance

1.0 E+6NOTES

1mm
FS cycles

For custom configurations, consult factory.
Notes
1.

Maximum temperature error over compensated range with respect to 25°C

CE Compliance
IEC61000-4-2 [4 KV/4 KV (Air/Contact)]
IEC61000-4-3 (3 V/m)
IEC55022 Class A

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CONNECTIONSORDERING INFORMATION
FS20

50-0000-

Model

OutputConnection-Specials-

FS20

3 = 0.5 – 4.5V
5 = 1 – 4V

0 = Pin output-0000000X(see belowclarification)

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1000
Force
Range
0500
0750
1000
1500
2000
3000
5000-

G

MultiplierUnits- = NoneG = Gram-Force

Clarification:
Code 0000 means that the pin configuration is horizontal
Code 000X means that the pin configuration is vertical.

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