Pillow Block Load Cell

There isn't a universally recognized standard load cell type specifically named "pillow block load cell" within the force measurement industry. It's more likely that this term refers to a customized assembly where a standard load cell is integrated into a housing that resembles a pillow block bearing.

How It Works (Conceptual)

In such a configuration, a traditional pillow block bearing, which is designed to support rotating shafts, would be modified or replaced by a structure that incorporates a load cell. The load cell, typically a shear beam or a compression load cell, would be strategically placed within this "pillow block" housing to measure the forces acting on the shaft it supports. For example, if a shaft is transmitting a load, the pillow block load cell would measure the vertical or horizontal forces exerted by the shaft onto its support.

Potential Applications

This type of integrated solution would be particularly useful in applications where:

• Real-time force monitoring on rotating shafts is required, such as on conveyor systems, textile machinery, or paper mills.

   

• Overload protection for bearings or shaft systems is critical.

   

• Process control relies on knowing the precise load being carried or transmitted by a rotating component.

Essentially, a "pillow block load cell" would be a specialized, often custom-engineered, solution that combines the structural support of a pillow block with the force-sensing capabilities of a load cell, offering direct measurement at the point of bearing support.