Model LW65 Wheel Force Transducer

• 14,500 lbf (65 kN) radial load capacity
• 7,850 lbf (35 kN) lateral load capacity
• 7,700 lbf-ft (10.5 kN-m) moment capacity
• Measures 3 forces and 3 moments
• Measures X & Z accelerations
• Adapts to 12 in and larger wheels
• Low cross axis sensitivity
• Environmentally protected
• Temperature compensated
• Rugged stainless steel construction
• Swappable slip ring or telemetry system for signal transmission

The LW65 Wheel Force Transducer (WFT) is capable of measuring all of the wheel forces and moments on passenger cars, SUVs, and light duty trucks. It provides independent output signals for vertical, lateral, and longitudinal forces as well as camber, steer, and torque moments. The LW65’s robust IP67 design is ideal for the harshest track and off-road measurements as well as non-spinning applications to monitor and control laboratory test rigs. For spinning applications, the LW65 offers the convenience of utilizing an outboard slip ring signal transmission or in-board telemetry signal transmission.

When using an outboard slip ring, the amplifier package easily mounts onto the transducer. It amplifies and digitizes the transducer signals before they pass through the slip ring. Michigan Scientific Slip Ring Assemblies are known worldwide for their signal quality and robust design.

The CT3 User Interface Box performs real-time coordinate transformation and crosstalk compensation, and provides CAN FD, CAN2.0, and Ethernet signal outputs. EtherCAT and analog signal outputs are also available with optional modules. An embedded webpage accessed via USB allows the user to easily configure the WFT system. A front display indicates important information and prompts the user with instructions.