Load Cell Alignment Plugs Proper Use Morehouse load cell alignment plugs are used to help center the load cell in calibrating machines. They are used in combination with the other adapters below. More information on load cell adapters and mounting accessories can be found here. Morehouse Reference Standard Mounting Kits for Universal Calibrating Machines […]
Measurement Risk Calculator: This calculator was presented at the A2LA tech forum and NCSLI; this easy-to-use Calculator tool allows one to determine the effect of the resolution of an instrument on the overall measurement uncertainty and risk. One can use this tool to analyze the effects on TUR and measurement risk as well. Check out […]
How to Lose Money on Load Cell Calibrations How to Lose Money on Load Cell Calibrations -Intro A low-cost system may increase the need for more frequent calibrations. This can cost more money than equipment that does not need to be calibrated as frequently. The formula for reliability is simple: the number of calibrations that […]
Method B Interpolated Zero Calculator: Use this free calculator to easily interpolate the ending zero throughout your dataset. Compliant with ASTM E74 Method B and ISO 376 for ending zero reduction. Download the Calculator tool by clicking here If you enjoyed this content, check out our LinkedIn and YouTube channel for more helpful posts and […]
Force Safety Guide when Using Force Measuring Equipment in Various Applications Our force safety guide will help avoid situations that may cause personal injury or equipment damage when using Load Cells, Proving Rings, Force Gauges, and other instruments to which forces are applied; this post was created. Our goal is to help anyone making force […]
Probability of False Accept (PFA) Worksheet: Probability of False Accept - Free Excel Worksheet. Decision Rules can be difficult to understand, but this worksheet will help. Use this tool to input parameters such as accuracy requirement, resolution, measurement uncertainty, and repeatability with other error sources. It will help make decisions on equipment, such as: Should […]
Load Cell Measurement Errors Can a Load Cell Adapter Plate or Block be Interchanged Without Introducing Additional Errors? Load cell measurement errors - Hardness of the top block used for calibration can result in errors as high as 0.5 % of applied force. We have seen large errors from customers switching out top blocks or […]
Load Cells Load Tables: Here is a Spreadsheet. When working with ASTM E4, sometimes it's easier to have printed tables that have set to force points. If you enjoyed this content, check out our LinkedIn and YouTube channel for more helpful posts and videos.
Tips from the Cal Lab – Force Setup Reduction with Morehouse Quick Change Adapters Morehouse employees went through a lean manufacturing course. Part of this course emphasized reducing cycle time, by reducing the amount of time it would take (Force Setup Reduction) to set up equipment for a load cell calibration. During the class, the […]
