Pinch Force Sensor

Power windows, Sunroofs, automatic doors and lift liftgates became popular vehicle accessories nowadays. As the popularity of these windows started increasing, some of the safety concerns regarding their use came under focus.

The LMD300 Medical Load Cell offers an ideal solution for both Automotive and Medical Applications. From its lightweight aluminum design, to its versatile application range, the LMD300 Medical Load Cell offers a great measurement system with impressive tolerances.  The LMD300 model is also widely used as a pinch force sensor solution for Power Window Pinch Test in the Automotive Industry.

Utilizing FUTEK's Pinch Load Cell (aka Pinch Force Sensor), automotive manufacturers are able to verify pinch force of power windows. This precise, easy-to-use hand-held sensor is designed to help automakers comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard FMVSS 118 (Power-Operated Window, Partition, and Roof Panel Systems) and International standards. These standards specify requirements for power-operated window, partition, and roof panel systems to minimize the likelihood of death or injury from their accidental operation.

As a recent custom engineered product, the Medical Load Cell captures the many capabilities FUTEK offers its customers. Similar to our entire Load Cell product line, this model is manufactured in USA and uses metal foil strain gauge technology.