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# Load Cell Bricklet

Note

This Bricklet is currently work-in-progress!

## Features

- Measures output of load cells
- Integrates 24 bit ADC for high resolution
- Up to 80 weight measurements per second

## Description

The Load Cell Bricklet can be used to extend the features of Bricks by the capability to measure load cells.

A load cell that is connected to the Bricklet can be easily calibrated with only one known weight. It is possible to measure weight differences of few grams in objects that weigh many kgs.

Load cells with different weight ranges are available in the shop:

- x - y kg <TBD>
- x - y kg <TBD>
- x - y kg <TBD>
- x - y kg <TBD>

The Bricklet does have an LED that can be turned on trough the API, e.g. to show that a weight measurement is in range.

## Technical Specifications

Property | Value
--- | ---
Sensor | HX711
Current Consumption | TBDmA
Resolution | 24 bit
Dimensions (W x D x H) | 30 x 30 x 13mm (1.18 x 1.18 x 0.51")
Weight | TBDg

## Resources

- HX711 Datasheet (Download)
- Schematic (Download)
- Outline and drilling plan (Download)
- Source code and design files (Download)

## Test your Load Cell Bricklet

## Case

## Programming Interface

See Programming Interface for a detailed description.

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