Weight Indicators

Weight indicators turn the small signal from a load cell into a stable weight reading for the operator. The Laumas range covers compact panel displays, desktop units, stainless-steel terminals and controllers for batching or process work.

Choose by mounting position, required functions, working environment and the way the indicator needs to communicate with other equipment.

22 products

Laumas WLIGHT Weight Indicator

£253.68

Laumas W100 Weight Indicator

£274.80

Laumas W200 Weight Indicator

From £286.00

Laumas JOLLY 2 / 4 Weight Indicator

From £297.52

Laumas WDESK-L Weight Indicator

From £344.88

Laumas W200BOX Weight Indicator

From £364.00

Laumas WINOX-R Weight Indicator

From £448.00

Laumas WDOS Weight Indicator

From £454.00

Laumas W200BOXEC Weight Indicator

From £454.00

Laumas WDESK-G Weight Indicator

From £460.08

Laumas WTAB-R Weight Indicator

£476.00

Laumas WINOX-R 3A Weight Indicator

From £508.00

Laumas WINOX-BR Weight Indicator

£528.00

Laumas WT60 Weight Indicator

From £554.16

Laumas WTAB-BR Weight Indicator

£556.00

Laumas WINOX-G Weight Indicator

From £568.00

Laumas WINOX-2G Weight Indicator

From £648.00

Laumas WTAB-2G Weight Indicator

£676.00

Laumas WL60 Weight Indicator

From £711.00

Laumas WTAB-BGE Weight Indicator

£868.00

Laumas WINOX-BGE Weight Indicator

£941.00

Laumas ADPE W200 Weight Indicator

From £2,066.00

Weight indicators for local display and process control

A weight indicator provides the local display and operator controls for a load-cell weighing system. Depending on the model, it may simply show weight or also manage setpoints, alarms, batching, dosing and data transfer.

Start with the connected load cells and the number of weighing points. Multi-cell tanks and hoppers may use a junction box before the combined signal reaches the indicator. Suitable mounting kits help ensure the mechanical installation transfers force correctly.

For PLC integration without a local operator display, a weight transmitter may be the better choice. Where the reading needs to be visible elsewhere on site, compare remote displays. Indicators intended for complete platform scales are also available in the separate weighing scale indicator range.

Before ordering, check mounting, power supply, load-cell input, communications, relay or analogue outputs, required process functions and the environmental protection of the enclosure.

Understanding Weight Indicators

A strain-gauge load cell produces a small electrical signal that changes with the applied load. The indicator supplies excitation, measures that signal and converts it into a readable weight value after the system has been calibrated.

A basic display may be sufficient for a platform, tank or stock-monitoring installation. Batching and dosing systems need suitable logic, formulas, setpoints and outputs, while connected production equipment may also require serial or industrial network communications.

Mounting and enclosure style matter in day-to-day use. Panel models fit machinery and control cabinets; desktop or wall units provide direct operator access; stainless-steel and hygienic designs are available for wet or frequently cleaned areas.

Industrial weighing displays

The indicator displays the measured weight and gives the operator access to functions such as zero, tare and totals, depending on the selected model.

PLC and process integration

Check the required connection to PLCs, printers, remote displays or supervisory systems. Available ports and protocols vary between models and options.

Batching and process control

For batching or dosing, confirm the number of products, stored formulas, relay outputs and control sequence required before choosing the indicator.

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Weight indicator applications

Weight indicators are used wherever an operator needs to see or control the value measured by a load-cell system.

Tank and hopper weighing

An indicator can display tank, silo or hopper contents and provide setpoints or alarms for filling, discharge and stock monitoring.

Industrial batching systems

Models with suitable control functions can manage loading, unloading, ingredient dosing and multi-product batching.

Platform scales and machinery

Indicators can complete a platform scale or provide the operator interface for a purpose-built weighing machine.

Production and quality monitoring

Live weight, totals and status information can support production checks, material usage and traceable process records where the selected model provides the required outputs.

How to choose weight indicators

Work from the operator’s task and the surrounding control system, then compare mounting, functions, communications and enclosure protection.

Consider the installation type

Choose panel mounting for control cabinets and machinery, wall mounting for fixed operator stations, desktop models for direct access or multi-position units where installation needs to remain flexible.

Review communication requirements

List every required connection, including load cells, PLCs, printers, remote displays and networks. Check the exact ports and protocols offered by the model and option.

Evaluate process control functionality

Decide whether the installation only needs weight indication or also requires setpoints, alarms, totals, checkweighing, dosing, batching or stored formulas.

Check environmental conditions

For moisture, washdown, food production or hazardous areas, select an enclosure and approval suitable for the actual site rather than relying on the indicator’s appearance.

Weight indicator FAQs

These answers cover the main differences between indicator types and the checks needed before adding one to a weighing system.

What is a weight indicator?

A weight indicator powers compatible load cells, measures their signal and converts it into a calibrated weight reading for the operator or connected equipment.

What are weight indicators used for?

They are used with platforms, tanks, hoppers, silos and machinery for local display, stock monitoring, alarms, batching, dosing and process control.

Can weight indicators connect to PLCs?

Many models can connect to PLCs, but the available serial, Ethernet or industrial network options vary. Match the exact interface and protocol to the control system.

What is the difference between a weight indicator and a weight transmitter?

An indicator is designed around local display and operator interaction. A transmitter is normally used where the main requirement is to pass the load-cell measurement into a PLC or control system.