MSI Clamp-On Load Cell

As of: Wednesday, September 9, 2026

Standard Features

The MSI Clamp-on load cell is a durable solution for measuring wire rope tension, providing dependable overload detection and preventing overloaded cranes or overhead hoists. It's available in two envelopes to accommodate common wire rope sizes, such as 3/8 to 1/2 in and 9/16 to 3/4 in. The Clamp-On load cell is quick and easy to install on the wire rope dead end.

Contact an MSI specialist for consultation.

Options

Custom sizes available on request
Pair with an SCT transmitter for basic safety functions

A Durable Solution for Measuring Wire Rope Tension

The MSI Clamp-on Load Cell is a durable solution for measuring wire rope tension, providing dependable overload detection and prevention for overhead cranes and hoists. Available in two envelopes to accommodate most common wire ropes, 3/8-1/2 inch and 9/16-3/4 inch, the MSI Clamp-on installs quickly and easily to the wire rope dead end. The integral signal cable can be connected to a variety of detection device such as the MSI-8004 LED indicator or an advanced SCT weight transmitter. Weight-based setpoints can be used to communicate with crane electronics providing operator alerts and safety shut offs based on unsafe load conditions.

MSI Clamp-On Specifications

Rating/Material:
4340 steel, zinc plated
IP68

Output Resistance:
350 ohm

System Accuracy of Calibrated Capacity:
3 to 5%

Cable Length:
20 ft integral cable with blunt end termination

Cable Color Code:
Red +Excitation
Black -Excitation
Green +Signal
White -Signal

MSI Clamp-On Dimensions

Cable Range	P/N	A	B	C
3/8 - 1/2	179080	Cable + 1.70	6.00	2.00
9/16-3/4	179082	Cable + 1.67	6.00	2.00

Parts

Part #	Description

225957	Clamp-On Kit, Includes: Clamp-On Load Cell (PN 179080), MSI-7000 Gen 2 Wireless Transmitter (PN 227549), MSI-8000 Indicator (PN 153591), Factory Setup. In-place Calibration Required.
225958	Clamp-On Kit, Includes: Clamp-On Load Cell (PN 179082), MSI-7000 Gen 2 Wireless Transmitter (PN 227549), MSI-8000HD Indicator (PN 153591), Factory Setup. In-place Calibration Required
179080	Load Cell Assembly Clamp-On For 3/8 to 1/2 Inch Wire Rope
179082	Load Cell Assembly Clamp-On For 9/16 to 3/4 Inch Wire Rope
188816	Kit, 3/8 ClampOn and SCT2200, includes 179080 (ClampOn), 202104 (SCT2200-AN), and 88792 (12VDC DIN rail PSU)
188817	9/16 ClampOn and SCT2200 System Kit, includes 179082 (Clamp On),202104 (SCT2200-AN) and 88792 (12VDC DIN rail PSU)