摘要 |
Weighing apparatus comprises a fixed member (11) and load supporting means such as a weigh pan or weigh platform (31) movable relative to the fixed member. There is a load sensing device (17, 22, 29) directly coupled between the fixed member (11) and the load supporting means (31), the coupling providing a degree of steadying for the load in the horizontal direction. In one embodiment a weigh pan (31) is solely supported, cantilever fashion, on a movable plate (17), the plates (11) and (17) being interconnected by flexible arms (18, 19, 20). A weigh cell (22) extends between plate (17) and an arm (16) rigid with plate (11). The arrangement ensures that there is virtually no interference with accurate weighing from frictional pivots, hinged links, or external supports or steadying means. |