YZC-516C S-Type Tension/Compression Load Cell 100KG Capacity - Alloy Steel, IP66

The standard four-wire cable uses the following color code: Red wire is Excitation Positive (E+), Green wire is Output Positive (O+), Black wire is Excitation Negative (E-), and White wire is Output Negative (O-). This configuration connects directly to a Wheatstone bridge amplifier like the HX711.

The YZC-516C load cell is designed to operate with a DC excitation voltage between 5V and 12V. A typical 5V supply from an Arduino or Raspberry Pi is sufficient. The output signal is ratiometric, meaning the measured mV/V output is proportional to the applied excitation voltage.

Yes, the YZC-516C is a bidirectional S-Type (or Z-Type) load cell designed for both tension (pulling) and compression (pushing) force measurement up to its 100 kg rated capacity. Ensure the force is applied axially along the centerline of the sensor for accurate readings.

To interface with an Arduino, you need a precision analog-to-digital converter amplifier module like the HX711. Connect the load cell's four wires (E+, E-, O+, O-) to the corresponding terminals on the HX711 board, then connect the HX711's data and clock pins to your Arduino. Use a dedicated library to read the digital weight values.

An IP66 rating indicates the load cell is dust-tight (first digit '6') and protected against powerful water jets (second digit '6'). This makes it suitable for industrial environments where exposure to dust, dirt, or water splash is a concern, though it is not submersible.