Precision Under Pressure: Load Cells Built for Extreme Heat and Cold

When accuracy matters in extreme environments, National Scale Technology is your trusted partner. While most off-the-shelf load cells are rated for a narrow temperature range of just 10°F to 150°F, that simply doesn’t cut it in demanding industries like steel mills and foundries. That’s where we come in.

As a world-renown manufacturer of custom load cells and industrial weighing equipment, we specialize in engineering solutions that thrive in the harshest climates—whether blistering heat or frigid cold. But we don’t just rate our load cells for survival in extreme conditions—we guarantee they’ll perform at their specified temperature range.

Built to Withstand. Engineered to Perform.

How do we ensure your load cell maintains accuracy and durability in extreme environments?

• We use high-tensile stainless steel and source components—gages, wire, solder, and cable—that are independently verified to withstand the required temperatures.

• Our rigorous temperature compensation process involves repeated testing and calibration at the exact temperatures your application demands.

• This meticulous approach minimizes temperature-induced errors, ensuring consistent output and zero balance.

From -30°F to 500°F—and Beyond

We offer:

• Standard load cells rated from -10°F to 150°F

• High-temperature compensated load cells for continuous use at 400°F and 500°F

• Ultra-high-temperature solutions with integrated, proprietary components to perform in environments exceeding 500°F

• Cold-weather load cells rated down to -30°F, tested for moisture ingress and calibrated in cold chambers to ensure reliable performance

  
  

No matter the climate, we engineer our load cells with the same uncompromising standards—using temperature-appropriate materials and rigorous testing protocols to deliver unmatched reliability.

Let’s Solve Your Toughest Weighing Challenges

If your application demands precision in extreme heat or cold, our expert application engineers are ready to help. Contact National Scale Technology today and discover how we can build a solution tailored to your environment.

800-264-9990