{"product_id":"rice-lake-ranger-5-variable-range-simulator-load-cell-calibration-tester","title":"Rice Lake Ranger 5 Variable Range Simulator Load Cell Calibration Tester","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRice Lake Ranger 5 Variable Range Simulator\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a professional-grade load cell simulator designed for advanced troubleshooting, testing, and calibration of electronic weighing systems. Built for scale technicians, service professionals, and calibration laboratories, the Ranger 5 accurately simulates load cell outputs, allowing indicators and weighing electronics to be tested without connecting an actual scale platform.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike basic simulators, the Ranger 5 combines a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003efixed-step rotary switch\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewith a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eprecision vernier adjustment system\u003c\/strong\u003e. The rotary switch provides nine calibrated output levels ranging from\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-0.5 mV\/V to +4.5 mV\/V\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ein 0.5 mV\/V increments, while the vernier control allows fine adjustments for more precise testing and calibration procedures.\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe simulator features a smooth\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10-turn vernier knob with a locking graduated dial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand selectable\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOff, Fine, Medium, and Coarse\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eranges. This design allows technicians to perform detailed diagnostics, verify indicator performance, and accurately calibrate A\/D converters for both offset and gain settings. The -0.5 mV\/V setting is commonly used for offset calibration, while the +4.5 mV\/V setting is used for gain calibration.\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a nominal impedance of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e350 ohms\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Ranger 5 closely replicates the electrical characteristics of a standard load cell. Its high accuracy and nonlinearity of less than 0.02% provide dependable and repeatable test results for demanding industrial weighing applications.\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe compact ABS plastic enclosure weighs less than one pound, making it ideal for both bench testing and field service work. Color-coded binding posts accept standard banana plugs or up to 14 AWG wire, enabling quick and convenient connections to indicators, transmitters, and control systems.\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether calibrating truck scale indicators, floor scales, tank weighing systems, hopper scales, or industrial process weighing equipment, the Ranger 5 provides a reliable and accurate solution for advanced scale diagnostics and calibration.\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eKey Features\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdvanced full-function load cell simulator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFixed rotary switch with nine calibrated output steps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput range from -0.5 mV\/V to +4.5 mV\/V\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision 10-turn vernier knob with locking graduated dial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFour vernier ranges: Off, Fine, Medium, and Coarse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for A\/D offset and gain calibration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsed for testing, troubleshooting, and calibrating digital weight indicators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e350-ohm nominal impedance simulates standard load cells\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight ABS plastic enclosure weighs less than 1 lb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBinding posts accept banana plugs or 14 AWG wire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRice Lake\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRanger 5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e68031\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVariable Range Load Cell Simulator\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFixed Output Steps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-0.5 mV\/V to +4.5 mV\/V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStep Increment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.5 mV\/V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVernier Ranges\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOff, Fine, Medium, Coarse\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVernier Adjustment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 0.5 mV\/V, 1.0 mV\/V, and 1.5 mV\/V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImpedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e350 Ohm Nominal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNonlinearity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLess Than 0.02%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnectors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBinding Posts for Banana Plugs or 14 AWG Wire\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTemperature Coefficient\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e±5 ppm\/°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnclosure Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eABS Plastic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.5\" x 3.5\" x 1.25\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLess Than 1 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne-Year Limited Warranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eApplications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScale Indicator Calibration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA\/D Offset Calibration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA\/D Gain Calibration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoad Cell Simulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndustrial Scale Troubleshooting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBench Testing Indicators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCalibration Laboratories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService \u0026amp; 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