Direct Load Cell Substitutes

Identify compatible Zemic replacements for failed or discontinued load cells in existing weighing installations.

B3G
B3G Stainless Steel Zemic Load Cell 
50kg - 10ton

The Zemic B3G load cell can be used in Tension and compression applications. Suitable for hanging, hopper and other weighing devices. The B3G load cell is also known as a S type load cell. This is because it is shaped as a S. The load cell is threaded at the top and the bottom. This allows for easily installation.

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B6E
B6E Stainless Steel Zemic Load Cell 
20kg - 300kg

Type - Single Point Rating - IP66 Capacity - 20kg ~300kg Approvals - Ex Optional Accuracy - C3 Wiring - Shielded 4 wire cable Ø 5mm 2m cable length Download Spec Sheet

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B6G
B6G Stainless Steel Zemic Load Cell 
50kg - 635kg

Type - Single Point Rating - IP66 Capacity - 50kg ~ 635kg Approvals - Ex Optional Accuracy - C3 Wiring - Shielded 6 wire cable Ø 6.2mm 3m cable length Download Spec Sheet

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B6N
B6N Stainless Steel Zemic Load Cell 
5kg - 200kg

Type - Single Point Rating - IP66 Capacity - 3kg ~ 100kg Approvals - Ex Optional Accuracy - C3 Wiring - Shielded 4 wire cable Ø 5mm 1m cable length Download Spec Sheet

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B8D
B8D Stainless Steel Zemic Load Cell 
500kg - 5ton

Features Stainless steel IP67 shear beam load cell (250kg is bending beam load cells) Suitable for floor scales, automobile test facilities, hopper scales and other weighing devices. Specifications Type - Shear Beam Rating - IP67 Capacity - 0.

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BM11
BM11 Stainless Steel Zemic Load Cell 
5kg - 500kg

Features Stainless steel IP68 single ended bending beam Hermetically sealed Suitable for pallet, platform and small hopper scales High accuracy Current calibrated (sc-option) Specifications Type - Bellowed Rating- IP68 Capacity - 5kg ~ 500kg Approvals - OIML, Ex Optional Accuracy - C3 Wiring - Shielded 4 wire or 6 wire cable Ø.

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BM6A
BM6A Stainless Steel Zemic Load Cell 
6kg - 60kg

Type - Single point with parallel beam Rating - IP68 Capacity - 50kg ~ 300kg Approvals - Ex Optional Accuracy - C3 Wiring - Shielded 4 wire or 6 wire cable Ø 5mm 3m cable length (3 wire) 6m (6 wire) Download Spec Sheet

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H3
H3 Alloy Steel Zemic Load Cell 
25kg - 30ton

The Zemic H3 load cell can be used in Tension and compression applications. Suitable for hanging, hopper and other weighing devices. The H3 load cell is also known as a S type load cell. This is because it is shaped as a S. The load cell is threaded at the top and the bottom. This allows for easily installation.

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H3F
H3F Alloy Steel Zemic Load Cell 
100kg - 5ton

The Zemic H3F load cell can be used in Tension and compression applications. Suitable for hanging, hopper and other weighing devices. The H3F load cell is also known as a S type load cell. This is because it is shaped as a S. The load cell is threaded at the top and the bottom. This allows for easily installation.

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H8C
H8C Alloy Steel Zemic load cell 
100kg - 10ton

The ZEMIC H8C shear beam load cell is commonly used in floor and pallet scales, packing scales, automation and process projects as well as cattle weigh beams to name a few. Available in alloy and stainless steel.

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HM11
HM11 Alloy Steel Zemic Load Cell 
5kg - 500kg

Type - Bellowed Rating - IP68 Capacity -5kg ~500kg Approvals - EX Optional Accuracy - C3 Wiring - Shielded 4 or 6 wire cable Ø 5mm (5K ~ 20K) 3m length (4 wire) 6m length (6 wire) Download Spec Sheet

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HM2D4
HM2D4 Alloy Steel Zemic Load Cell 
500kg - 50ton

The HM2D4 load cell has been designed to be used in both compression / tension applications. One of the most popular load cells in South Africa. Alloy steel, completely welded, oil-proof, waterproof and anti-corrosive gas ideally suited for all kinds of environments such as: Truck scales, hopper scales, automotive testing.

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HM8
HM8 Alloy Steel Zemic Load Cell 
1ton - 30ton

Features Nickel plated alloy steel IP68 shear beam load cell Hermetically sealed Suitable for truck, track, hopper and other electronic weighing devices Specifications Type - Single shear beam Rating - Alloy Steel Capacity - 1t ~ 30t Approvals - EX Optional Accuracy- C3 Wiring - Shielded 6 wire cable Ø 6.

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HM9B
HM9B Alloy Steel Zemic Load Cell 
10ton - 50ton

Features Type - Dual shear beam Rating - IP68 Nickel plated Capacity - 10t ~ 50t Approvals - OIML, NRCS, EX Optional Accuracy - C3 Wiring - Shielded 4 wire cable Ø 5.

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L6D
L6D Aluminium Zemic Load Cell 
2.5kg - 50kg

Features Aluminium-Alloy IP65 single point load cell Colourless anodized Suitable for pricing scales, bench scales, etc. Maximum platform size: 250 x 350 mm Specifications Type - Parallel beam Rating - IP65 Capacity - 2.5kg ~ 50kg Approvals - OIML NRCS Accuracy - C3 Wiring - Shielded 4 wire cable Ø 3.8mm 0.

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L6E
L6E Aluminium Zemic Load Cell 
50kg - 300kg

Features Aluminium-Alloy IP65 single point load cell Colourless anodized Suitable for pricing scales, bench scales, etc. Maximum platform size: 400 x 400mm Specifications Type - Parallel beam Rating - IP65 Capacity - 50kg ~ 300kg Approvals - OIML, NRCS Accuracy - C3 Wiring - Shielded 4 wire cable Ø 5.

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L6F
L6F Aluminium Zemic Load Cell 
50kg - 2ton

Features Aluminium-alloy IP65 single point load cell. Colourless anodized Suitable for belt, pricing and platform scales Maximum platform size: for 50kg-200kg: 600 x 600 mm for 250kg-500kg: 600 x 800 mm for 750kg-2t: 1200 x 1200 mm Specifications Type - Parallel beam Rating - IP65 Capacity - 50kg ~ 2000kg Approvals- OIML, NRCS.

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L6G
L6G Aluminium Zemic Load Cell 
50kg - 600kg

Features Aluminium-alloy IP65 single point load cell. Colourless anodized Suitable for single and double load cells structured platform scales. Maximum platform size: 600 x 600 mm A 1000 Ohm type available (R1) but is excluded from OIML Specifications Type - Parallel beam Rating - IP65 Capacity - 50kg ~600kg Approvals- -.

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L6H5
L6H5 Aluminium Zemic Load Cell 
4kg - 20kg

Features Aluminium-Alloy IP65 single point load cell Colourless anodized Suitable for single or double load cell structured platform scales Recommended platform size: 200 x 200 mm Specifications Type - Parallel beam Rating - IP65 Capacity - 4kg ~ 20kg Approvals - - Accuracy - C3 Wiring - Shielded 4 wire cable Ø 3.8mm 0.

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L6N
L6N Aluminium Zemic Load Cell 
3kg - 100kg

Features Aluminium-alloy IP65 single point load cell. Colourless anodized Suitable for single or double load cell structured platform scales Maximum platform size: 400 x 400 mm Specifications Type - Parallel beam Rating - IP65 Capacity - 3kg ~ 100kg Approvals - OIML Accuracy - C3 Wiring - Shielded 4 wire cable Ø 5mm 3m cable.

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L6T
L6T Aluminium Zemic Load Cell 
50kg - 1ton

Features Aluminium-Alloy IP65 single point load cell Colourless anodized Suitable for single or double load cell structured platform scales Maximum platform size: 600 x 600 mm Specifications Type - Parallel beam Rating - IP65 Capacity - 50kg ~1000kg Approvals- - Accuracy - C3 Wiring - Shielded 6 wire cable Ø 5mm 3m cable length.

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L6W
L6W Aluminium Zemic Load Cell 
50kg - 635kg

Features Aluminium-alloy IP65 single point load cell. Colourless anodized Suitable for single and double load cell structured platform scales. Maximum platform size: for 50kg-200kg: 600 x 600 mm for 250kg-635kg: 600 x 800 mm Specifications Type - Parallel beam Rating - IP65 Capacity - 50kg ~ 635kg Approvals - - Accuracy - C3.

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ZEMIC Load cells by Material

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Alloy Steel Load cell Range

Load cell model starting with (H) alloy steel For weighing in general areas
or standard environments.

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Stainless Steel Load cells Range

Load cell model starting with (B) stainless steel For weighing in wet areas or corrosive environments.

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Aluminium Loadcell Range
Aluminium Load cell Range

Load cell model starting with (L) aluminium For weighing in general areas or standard environments.

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This symbolizes the level of Ingress Protection for electronic materials, in accordance with the IEC 529, DIN 40050, BS 5490 and NF C 20-010 standards

0 = Non protected
1 = Protected against solid foreign objects of 50mm diameter and greater
2 = Protected against foreign objects of 12.5mm diameter and greater
3 = Protected against solid foreign objects of 2.5mm diameter and greater
4 = Protected against solid foreign objects of 1.0 mm diameter and greater
5 = Dust protected
6 = Dust tight

0 = Not protected
1 = Protected against vertically falling water drops
2 = Protected against falling water drops as the enclosure is tilted 15 degrees
3 = Protected against spraying water
4 = Protected against splashing water
5 = Protected against water jetting
6 = Protected against powerful water jetting
7 = Protected against temporary immersion
8 = Protected against continuous immersion

Material Reference

Loadcell or accessory models starting with the following letters refer to the material they are made from:
H = Alloy Steel / L = Aluminium / B = Stainless Steel

What does OIML stand for?

The majority of the products manufactured by Zemic and therefore the weighing prodcuts and loadcell models Richter Scale offer for sale are genuine OIML approved products.

The International Organization of Legal Metrology (OIML) is an intergovernmental treaty organization which develops model regulations, standards and related documents for use by legal metrology authorities and industry, provides mutual recognition systems which reduce trade barriers and costs in a global market, represents the interests of the legal metrology community within international organizations and forums concerned with metrology, standardization, testing, certification and accreditation, promotes and facilitates the exchange of knowledge and competencies within the legal metrology community worldwide, cooperates with other metrology bodies to raise awareness of the contribution that a sound legal metrology infrastructure can make to a modern economy.of the economy and ruining our reputation by selling cheap products that don't last. Buying an industrial scale that will stand up to the rigours of the local market and operators requires careful and fully informed research.

Legal Metrology Accredited

We are an NRCS and SANAS accredited Verification body and Repair body under the Legal Metrology Act and Legal Metrology Regulations. Our products are type approved for trade use / prescribed purpose and thus carry the NRCS stamp of quality and excellence, giving you the confidence that you will get a product that meets a standard of quality and reliability which is traceable to international metrology and quality standards.

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Frequently asked questions

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A load cell is the heart of any scale. Inferior metals, combined with un-tested and unstable strain gauges within these load cells mean that these cannot perform consistently in various conditions, temperatures or even during simple repeatability testing by the untrained operator! Look for a trusted brand with quality materials and a supplier like us with direct factory backing and guarantees. Beware of copies and imitations. If it’s not sourced from Richter Scale there is a chance it could be a copy or model made for entry level domestic use.

First check if the scale/weighing system is for trade/prescribed purpose or not? If they are then 99/100 times you will have to replace with the same make and model.

Non trade applications - if the size and hole patterns fit then you are free to substitute your current load cell with a ZEMIC LOAD CELL. 

Analogue load cells :
*Sends mV via the signal lines to the instrument which has an Analogue to Digital convertor.
*Easy to substitute and replace with other manufacturers.
*Cheaper.

Digital load cells :
*These have an Analogue to Digital convertor attached to the body or inside the load cell. It then sends RS422/485 to the indicator.
*More expensive
*Less/no compatibility with other manufacturers.
*Protocol locked.

The strain gauges and body/element material of the same brand load cells between these 2 technologies remain the same.

It is only on the digital conversion side where they differ in technology.

You can either click on the download spec sheet button located on the individual loadcell page or you can visit our downloads page

Areas or sites with potentially hazardous or explosive environments require weighing equipment which has EX ratings. Many of our Alloy and Stainless steel loadcells are available in an EX version. These should be paired with EX rated junction boxes and EX rated instrumentation.

Dusty and/or wet/corrosive applications call for greater protection against dust and moisture. IP ratings vary from IP65, IP66, IP67, IP68, IP69

These levels and numbers indicate the level of exposure and/or submersion in water and exposure to dust which the load cell can withstand before ingress (leakage) inside the load cells.

Replacement matching service

Direct Load Cell Substitution Process

A direct substitute page should help customers replace a failed or discontinued load cell quickly without guessing from appearance alone.

01

What to send us

Send the old model number, capacity, photo of the label, overall dimensions, cable colours and any mounting drawings.

02

What we compare

Capacity, sensitivity, wiring, body dimensions, hole spacing, material, IP rating, approval requirements and mounting accessories.

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When substitution works

A substitute is practical when the electrical output, capacity and mechanical fit match the existing installation.

04

When it needs engineering

If the original cell is obsolete, modified or part of a certified system, the replacement should be checked before fitting.

05

Reduce downtime

Keep photos of the old cell label and installation before removal so replacement checks can happen faster.

06

Related products

Substitutes often require new mounting hardware, cable protection or a junction-box trim after installation.

PRODUCT FAQ

Common Questions

Can Zemic replace another brand?

Often yes, but the dimensions, wiring and output must be confirmed first.

Should I replace one cell or all cells?

For multi-cell systems, replacing one cell may work, but age, output balance and calibration should be checked.

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