Cardinal Scale’s AC series load cells and electronics provide everything you need for a vehicle scale, minus the weighbridge. These stainless steel compression load cells feature anti-rotation mounting with extra robust upper and lower cups and a self-centering column. The NTEP and OIML certified AC series analog load cells come in either 22,700 kg / 50,000 lb or 45,000 kg / 100,000 lb capacities. They feature a stainless steel, weatherproof junction box and 50 ft /15 m of cable per load cell. The IP69K-rated AC series is interchangeable with Cardinal Scale’s SCA series compression load cells for high-capacity vehicle scales and tank/hopper scales. These heavy-capacity compression load cells are are ideal for multi-cell applications and prevent unwanted forces from affecting load cell performance.

These heavy-capacity compression load cells are ideal for multiple load cell applications including truck scales, railroad track scales, and heavy-duty tank weighing systems. Cardinal Scale’s SCA load cells are fabricated from stainless steel to provide the ultimate in protection when caustic, corrosive or wet environments are encountered. SCA load cells are environmentally-sealed for absolute water protection and they are NTEP and OIML legal-for-trade certified (200K-SCA is not OIML approved). Available in models with 120,000 lb / 54,430 kg and 200,000 lb / 90,720 kg heavy-duty capacities.

Cardinal’s Guardian hydraulic compression load cells are the most reliable load cell on the market. Constructed to last a lifetime from stainless steel and designed to keep weighing accurate in even the harshest environments, these cells require no electricity within the scale itself. All of this extreme-duty protection translates to tremendous savings over the life of your weighing equipment. Immunity to lightning, explosion-proof, water-proof, shock-proof, resistant to rodent damage, and highly resistant to corrosion and eccentric loading. Available capacities range from 2,500 to 200,000 lb. SST load cells carry a lifetime warranty when installed in a Guardian hydraulic truck scale and 10 year warranty otherwise.

Cardinal Scale’s NEST provides fast, accurate, and ultra-portable truck scale diagnostics. Quickly view individual load cell readings and check the home run and weight indicator connections. NEST plugs directly into the trim board of a Cardinal truck scale universal section seal trim box and displays millivolts and pounds readings for up to 12 load cells and the reading from the junction box summing circuitry. Unique to the weighing industry, NEST provides a service technician the toolkit to see where a scale’s potential issues may exist within seconds. There are three display modes: signals display, minimum-maximum display, and signals minus zero.

Cardinal Scale’s RSCA series truck and track scales feature a rugged, accurate, and heavy-duty weighbridge system for static weighing operations. The RSCA is a pit-type rail/truck combo scale that is perfect for weighing a variety of rail car sizes and full semi-tractor trailers. The massively-constructed, NTEP legal-for-trade steel weighbridge of Cardinal’s RSCA scale is stabilized laterally with checkrods and other specially designed restraints. Weighrails are sealed into the platform. Choose from electronic or Guardian hydraulic load cells with 270 ton (245 metric ton) gross capacity and 180 ton (163 metric ton) sectional capacity. Special design techniques and manufacturing procedures prevent excessive dirt, moisture, and foreign material from entering the pit, providing this rugged scale accuracy and exceptionally long life. Standard platform lengths available from 60 ft to 100 ft long.

Cardinal Scale’s LPRA low-profile railroad track scales feature heavy-duty rugged steel weighbridges, stainless steel electronic or hydraulic load cells (hydraulic load cells are impervious to lightning and water damage), 20 different models available, up to 270-ton gross capacities, E-80 Cooper AREMA rating, and accuracy class IIIL legal for trade (NTEP and Measurement Canada). The UV-protected, anti-corrosion tan powder paint compliments any environment and all weighbridges are shot-blasted and power-washed clean of debris before painting for optimum quality. The low-profile design eliminates the expense and maintenance of a pit meaning construction costs are lower.